

KASTELLORIZO ISLAND GUIDE
ISLAND of BLUE GROTTO
These itineraries are sample frameworks designed to inspire your Kastellorizo holiday planning from Kas - feel free to mix and match activities, adjust timings based on your interests, swap locations according to the season, and create your own unique island experience. Consider them as flexible suggestions rather than rigid schedules, allowing you to discover Kastellorizo at your own pace while ensuring you don't miss the fixed ferry departures at 09:20 from Kas and 18:00 from Kastellorizo.
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Clear immigration at Kastellorizo
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10:15Harbor orientation walk
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10:45Climb to Castle of Knights
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11:45Lycian Tomb visit
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12:30Lunch at waterfront taverna
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14:00Blue Cave boat trip
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15:30Swimming at cave
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16:30Return to harbor
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17:00Shopping and Greek coffee
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Clear immigration
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10:15Walk to Mandraki Beach
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11:00Swimming and sunbathing
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12:30Beach taverna lunch
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13:45Archaeological Museum
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14:45Megisti Square exploration
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15:45Churches walking tour
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16:45Harbor sunset prep
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Clear immigration
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10:15Coastal path hike
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11:30St. George's Bay
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12:30Swim and snorkel
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13:30Picnic lunch
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14:30Return via upper village
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15:30Castle exploration
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16:30Harbor stroll
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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10:30Check into harbor hotel
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11:00Castle of Knights
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12:00Lycian Tomb
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13:00Lunch at waterfront taverna
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14:30Blue Cave boat trip
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16:30Return to harbor
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17:30Rest at hotel
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19:00Sunset from castle
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20:30Dinner at traditional taverna
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DAY 2
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09:00Breakfast at hotel
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10:00Archaeological Museum
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11:00Church of St. Constantine
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12:00Mandraki Beach
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13:30Beach lunch
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15:00Final shopping
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16:00Coffee at harbor
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17:15Arrive at port
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive, check bags at hotel
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10:45St. George's Bay hike
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12:00Beach arrival
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13:00Swim and lunch
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15:00Snorkeling
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16:30Return to town
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17:30Check into hotel
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19:00Harbor sunset
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20:30Seafood dinner
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DAY 2
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09:00Check out
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09:30Mandraki Beach
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11:30Blue Cave trip
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13:30Return for lunch
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15:00Castle visit
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16:30Final harbor walk
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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10:30Check into boutique hotel
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11:30Photo walk upper village
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13:00Traditional lunch
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14:30Museum and churches
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16:00Golden hour prep
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17:00Castle sunset shoot
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19:30Review photos
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20:30Local taverna
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DAY 2
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07:00Sunrise photography
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08:30Breakfast
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09:30Blue Cave photo trip
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11:30Harbor details shoot
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13:00Lunch break
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14:30Final shots
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16:00Pack and prepare
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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10:45Check into harbor hotel
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11:30Town orientation walk
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13:00Lunch at harbor
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14:30Castle exploration
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16:00Lycian Tomb
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17:00Museum visit
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19:00Sunset views
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20:30Welcome dinner
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DAY 2
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09:00Blue Cave boat trip
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11:00Extended cave swimming
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13:00Return for lunch
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14:30Mandraki Beach
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16:00Beach relaxation
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17:30Return to town
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19:00Evening stroll
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20:30Traditional taverna
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DAY 3
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09:00Check out
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10:00St. George's Bay hike
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12:00Swimming and snorkeling
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13:30Picnic at bay
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15:00Return to harbor
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16:00Final shopping
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17:15Arrive at port
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive, rent snorkel gear
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11:00Check into hotel
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12:00Coastal exploration
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13:30Seaside lunch
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15:00Snorkeling spots
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17:00Return to harbor
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19:00Sunset drinks
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20:30Fish dinner
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DAY 2
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08:00Private boat charter
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09:00Island circumnavigation
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11:00Blue Cave extended visit
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13:00Secluded bay lunch
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15:00More swimming spots
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17:00Return to harbor
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19:00Rest and refresh
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20:30Taverna night
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DAY 3
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09:00Check out
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10:00Kayak rental
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12:00Coastal paddling
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13:30Beach lunch
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15:00Final swim
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16:30Return equipment
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into boutique hotel
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12:00Museum visit
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13:30Cultural lunch
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15:00Church circuit
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16:30Traditional coffee
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18:00Rest time
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19:30Sunset ritual
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20:30Fine dining
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DAY 2
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09:00Leisurely breakfast
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10:30Castle detailed tour
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12:00Historical walk
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13:30Long harbor lunch
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15:00Spa treatment
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16:30Reading time
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18:00Evening swim
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19:30Cocktail hour
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20:30Local cuisine
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DAY 3
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09:00Check out
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10:00Blue Cave trip
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12:00Return to town
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13:00Farewell lunch
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14:30Art gallery
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16:00Final stroll
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into central hotel
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12:00Harbor exploration
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13:30Traditional lunch
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15:00Castle complete tour
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16:30Lycian tomb
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18:00Rest time
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19:30Sunset views
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20:30Harbor dinner
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DAY 2
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08:00Early Blue Cave trip
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10:00Extended cave time
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12:30Return to town
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13:30Lunch break
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15:00Archaeological Museum
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16:30Church visits
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18:00Evening swim
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19:30Sunset cocktails
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20:30Traditional feast
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DAY 3
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09:00St. George's Bay hike
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11:00Beach day
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13:00Picnic lunch
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14:30Snorkeling
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16:00Return walk
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17:30Shower and rest
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19:00Harbor evening
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20:30Seafood dinner
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DAY 4
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09:00Check out
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10:00Mandraki morning
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11:30Final swimming
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13:00Leisurely lunch
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14:30Souvenir shopping
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16:00Café time
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive, check in
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11:30Snorkeling gear rental
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12:30First swim spots
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14:00Late lunch
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15:30Coastal walk
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17:00Rest time
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19:00Sunset views
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20:30Welcome dinner
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DAY 2
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08:00Fishing trip
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12:00Fresh catch lunch
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14:00Blue Cave visit
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16:00Cave swimming
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17:30Return to harbor
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19:00Evening stroll
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20:00Taverna night
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DAY 3
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09:00Private boat day
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10:00Hidden coves
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12:30Beach BBQ
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14:30Snorkeling spots
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16:30Return to town
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18:00Spa time
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20:00Fine dining
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DAY 4
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09:00Check out
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10:00Kayaking morning
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12:00Coastal paddle
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13:30Beach lunch
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15:30Final swim
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into spa hotel
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12:30Healthy lunch
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14:00Orientation massage
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15:30Museum visit
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17:00Meditation session
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19:00Sunset yoga
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20:30Organic dinner
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DAY 2
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08:00Morning yoga
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09:30Healthy breakfast
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11:00Castle mindful walk
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12:30Churches tour
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14:00Light lunch
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15:30Spa treatments
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17:30Rest time
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19:00Harbor walk
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20:30Mediterranean diet dinner
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DAY 3
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09:00Blue Cave meditation
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11:30Return to town
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12:30Cooking class
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15:00Enjoy creations
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16:30Beach time
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18:00Sunset swim
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19:30Farewell gathering
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20:30Special dinner
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DAY 4
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09:00Check out
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10:00Final yoga
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11:30Beach relaxation
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13:00Healthy lunch
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14:30Art gallery
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16:00Final stroll
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into harbor view hotel
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12:00Welcome orientation
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13:30Leisurely harbor lunch
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15:00Castle exploration
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16:30Lycian tomb visit
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18:00Rest and refresh
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19:30Sunset from castle
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20:30Traditional welcome dinner
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DAY 2
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09:00Archaeological Museum
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10:30Church of St. Constantine
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12:00Upper village walk
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13:30Local family lunch
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15:00Siesta time
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16:30Mandraki Beach
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18:00Beach sunset
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19:30Return to town
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20:30Seafood taverna
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DAY 3
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08:00Early Blue Cave trip
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10:30Extended cave exploration
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13:00Return for lunch
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14:30Rest time
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16:00St. George's Bay hike
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17:30Swimming at bay
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19:00Return to town
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20:30Harbor dinner
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DAY 4
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09:00Private boat charter
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10:00Circumnavigate island
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12:30Secluded bay lunch
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14:30Snorkeling paradise
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16:30Return to harbor
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18:00Evening preparations
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19:30Sunset cocktails
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20:30Farewell feast
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DAY 5
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09:00Check out
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10:00Final castle visit
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11:30Shopping for gifts
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13:00Long farewell lunch
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14:30Harbor coffee culture
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16:00Final photos
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive, check in
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11:30Rent kayaks
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12:30Coastal paddling
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14:00Beach lunch
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15:30Snorkeling spots
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17:00Return equipment
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19:00Sunset views
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20:30Energy dinner
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DAY 2
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08:00Hiking expedition
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10:00Island high points
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12:30Mountain picnic
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14:00Descent to bay
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14:00Thermi Hot Springs
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15:30Swimming break
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17:00Return to town
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19:00Recovery time
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20:30Protein feast
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DAY 3
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09:00Scuba diving trip
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12:00Surface interval
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13:00Boat lunch
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14:30Second dive
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16:30Return to harbor
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18:00Rest period
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20:00Diver's dinner
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DAY 4
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08:00Fishing adventure
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11:00Blue Cave trip
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13:00Fresh catch lunch
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15:00Free diving spots
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17:00Final swims
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19:00Sunset celebration
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20:30BBQ night
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DAY 5
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09:00Check out
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10:00Stand-up paddleboard
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12:00Coastal exploration
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13:30Beach lunch
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15:30Final activities
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into boutique hotel
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12:30Slow harbor walk
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14:00Extended lunch
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15:30Afternoon reading
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17:00Museum visit
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19:00Sunset ritual
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20:30Welcome dinner
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DAY 2
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09:30Leisurely breakfast
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11:00Castle exploration
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12:30Churches tour
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14:00Traditional lunch
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15:30Siesta time
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17:00Coffee with locals
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18:30Evening swim
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20:00Music taverna
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DAY 3
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09:00Market morning
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10:30Cooking lesson
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13:00Enjoy preparations
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15:00Rest time
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16:30Blue Cave trip
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18:30Return to town
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20:00Local stories dinner
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DAY 4
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10:00Beach morning
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12:00Beach relaxation
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14:00Leisurely lunch
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15:30Spa treatment
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17:00Art appreciation
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19:00Sunset photography
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20:30Fine dining
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DAY 5
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09:00Check out
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10:00Final walk
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11:30Souvenir selection
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13:00Farewell feast
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15:00Harbor reflections
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16:30Final preparations
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into premium hotel
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12:30Harbor orientation
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13:30Welcome lunch
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15:00Town walking tour
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16:30Museum visit
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18:00Rest time
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19:30Sunset from castle
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20:30Fine dining experience
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DAY 2
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09:00Archaeological exploration
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10:30Lycian tomb detail
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12:00Church circuit
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13:30Traditional lunch
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15:00Siesta
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16:30Mandraki Beach
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18:00Beach sunset
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19:30Return to town
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20:30Taverna evening
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DAY 3
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08:00Blue Cave expedition
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10:00Cave swimming
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12:00Boat picnic
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14:00Hidden coves
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16:00Return to harbor
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17:30Spa time
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19:00Evening stroll
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20:30Seafood feast
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DAY 4
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09:00St. George's Bay trek
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11:00Bay exploration
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12:00Arrive Sigri, check-in
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13:00Beach lunch
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14:30Snorkeling session
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16:30Return hike
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18:00Rest period
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19:30Cocktail hour
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20:30Special dinner
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DAY 5
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09:00Private boat day
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10:30Island circumnavigation
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12:30Secluded bay stop
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14:30Final swimming
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16:30Return to harbor
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18:00Sunset preparation
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19:30Farewell party
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21:00Late celebration
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DAY 6
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09:00Check out
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10:00Final castle visit
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11:30Gift shopping
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13:00Long lunch
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14:30Harbor memories
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16:00Final coffee
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16:00Return rental car
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into apartment
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12:00Market shopping
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13:30Home lunch prep
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15:00Neighborhood walk
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16:30Local café time
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18:00Evening routines
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19:30Sunset viewing
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20:30Local taverna
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DAY 2
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09:00Morning coffee ritual
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10:30Castle visit
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12:00Church services (Sunday)
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13:30Family lunch invitation
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15:30Siesta
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17:00Beach time
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18:30Return home
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20:00Cooking at home
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DAY 3
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09:00Fishing with locals
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12:00Prepare catch
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13:30Shared lunch
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15:00Rest time
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16:30Blue Cave trip
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18:30Return to town
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20:00Music night
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DAY 4
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10:00Slow morning
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11:30Market day
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13:00Cooking together
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15:00Afternoon stories
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17:00Harbor gathering
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18:30Evening swim
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20:00Community dinner
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DAY 5
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09:00Bay excursion
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11:00Beach day
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13:00Picnic lunch
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15:00Swimming
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17:00Return walk
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19:00Home dinner
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21:00Farewell gathering
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DAY 6
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09:00Check out
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10:00Final goodbyes
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11:30Last-minute gifts
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13:00Farewell lunch
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15:00Harbor time
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16:30Final moments
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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DAY 1
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09:20Ferry departure
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10:00Arrive Kastellorizo
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11:00Check into spa hotel
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12:00Welcome treatment
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13:30Healthy lunch
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15:00Pool relaxation
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16:30Gentle walk
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18:00Meditation session
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19:30Light dinner
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21:00Evening relaxation
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DAY 2
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08:00Sunrise yoga
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09:30Nutritious breakfast
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11:00Spa treatments
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13:00Poolside lunch
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14:30Reading time
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16:00Beach meditation
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17:30Gentle swim
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19:00Sunset ritual
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20:30Organic dinner
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DAY 3
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09:00Morning stretching
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10:30Blue Cave spiritual trip
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13:00Return for lunch
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14:30Massage therapy
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16:00Quiet time
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17:30Harbor stroll
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19:00Mindful dinner prep
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20:30Healthy feast
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DAY 4
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09:00Beach yoga
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10:30Swimming meditation
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12:00Beach relaxation
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13:30Light lunch
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15:00Spa circuit
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17:00Reflection time
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18:30Sunset yoga
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20:00Special dinner
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DAY 5
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10:00Late morning
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11:30Final treatments
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13:00Farewell lunch
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14:30Peaceful walk
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16:00Tea ceremony
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17:30Final swim
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19:00Sunset celebration
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20:30Gourmet farewell
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DAY 6
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09:00Check out
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10:00Morning meditation
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11:30Gentle shopping
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13:00Final healthy lunch
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14:30Harbor reflection
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16:00Peaceful waiting
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17:15Port check-in
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18:00Ferry to Kas
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PRE-DEPARTURE FROM KAS
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Valid passport (6+ months)
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Check Schengen visa requirements
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Book ferry tickets in advance
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Reserve accommodation early (summer)
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Travel insurance
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Download offline maps
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Exchange Euros in Turkey
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Pack light
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MONEY & BUDGET
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ONE ATM on island (bring cash!)
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Many places cash-only
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Budget €60-80/day
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Tipping 5-10%
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Small bills essential
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Credit cards limited
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TRANSPORTATION
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No cars needed (tiny island)
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Everything walkable (20 min max)
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Water taxis to beaches
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Boat trips easily arranged
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No scooter rentals
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Free movement on foot
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CULTURAL ETIQUETTE
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Very small community (500 residents)
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Respect local privacy
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Quiet after 23:00
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Modest church dress
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Greet everyone you pass
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Support local family businesses
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HEALTH & SAFETY
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Small medical center only
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Bring all medications
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Sun protection crucial
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Rocky beaches (water shoes)
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Emergency: 112
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Emergency helicopter to Rhodes
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Safe for solo travelers
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MUST-DO EXPERIENCES
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Blue Cave visit (morning best)
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Sunset from castle
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Fresh fish at harbor
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St. George's Bay hike
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Coffee with locals
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Swimming at Mandraki
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Night sky watching
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FOOD SPECIALTIES
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Fresh grouper and sea bream
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Kastellorizo shrimp
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Traditional meze
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Imam bayildi
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Local honey
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Greek coffee ritual
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Waterfront dining
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BEST PHOTOGRAPHY
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Colorful harbor houses
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Blue Cave interior
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Castle panoramas
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Lycian tomb sunset
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Morning reflections
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Traditional doorways
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Fishing boats
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SWIMMING SPOTS
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Blue Cave: Boat access only
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Mandraki: Small pebble beach
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St. George's Bay: 45-min hike
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Harbor: Ladder access
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Plakes: Rocky platforms
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SEASONAL NOTES
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Spring (Apr-May): Perfect weather, quiet
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Summer (Jun-Aug): Warm, busiest
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Autumn (Sep-Oct): Still warm, peaceful
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Winter (Nov-Mar): Very quiet, rough seas
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UNIQUE FEATURES
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Easternmost Greek island
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Inspiration for 'Mediterranean' movie
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No mass tourism
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Crystal-clear waters
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Friendly local community
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Time seems to stop
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Dark sky for stars
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WHAT TO BRING
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Water shoes essential
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Snorkeling gear
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Sunscreen and hat
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Light layers
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Comfortable walking shoes
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Waterproof bag
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Books/e-reader
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Patience and relaxation mindset
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ISLAND NAVIGATION TIPS
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Harbor (Pigadia): Life centers here entirely
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Upper Town (Horafia): Castle, museum, locals
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Mandraki: Only beach area (15-min east)
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St. George's Bay: 45-min hike southwest
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Lighthouse (Faros): 10-min walk west
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Airport: 20-min walk (3 weekly flights)
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Palaiokastro: Ancient castle ruins (by boat)
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Everything measured by boat from harbor
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ACTIVITIES BY AREA
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Harbor Zone: Swimming, restaurants, boats
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Castle/Upper Area: Castle, tomb, museum
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Eastern (Mandraki): Beaches, caves
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By Boat Only: Blue Cave, Roe island
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SPECIAL INTEREST
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History & Archaeology: Tombs, castles, ruins
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Water Activities: Diving, fishing, kayaking
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Nature & Hiking: Trails, bird watching, star gazing
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Culture: Museums, festivals
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IMPORTANT NOTE
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These comprehensive tips cover everything needed for experiencing Kastellorizo from Kas - this tiny jewel (9 km²) with 492 residents offers the antithesis of modern tourism.
When planning how to get to Kastellorizo, the ferry to Kastellorizo from Kas is your only option, but the 20-minute crossing makes it incredibly accessible. Check Kas Kastellorizo ferry departures carefully (typically 09:20 from Kas, 18:00 return) and book your Kas Kastellorizo ferry tickets in advance.
Critical: Bring cash - the single ATM frequently empties. With no vehicles, no beaches, minimal infrastructure, and everything within walking distance, the places to visit in Kastellorizo are refreshingly simple yet captivating - this is pure, authentic island life.
The Blue Cave rivals Capri's, the water clarity is unmatched in the Mediterranean, and the sense of stepping back in time is absolute. Respect the ferry schedule, embrace radical simplicity, and prepare for an island where the biggest excitement might be the daily sunset gathering at the castle. This is the Greece that tourism forgot - and that's exactly its magic!