About the Port
Amorgos rises from the Aegean as one of the most easterly of the Cyclades, its dramatic cliffs and coves shaped by centuries of isolation. Whitewashed houses draped in bougainvillea cluster above a natural bay, while stone paths wind past chapels and windmills through a landscape that feels largely untouched by time. The island gained wider recognition as the setting for a well-known 1980s film, though its真 appeal remains its quiet, timeless character.
High above the sea, the Hozoviotissa Monastery clings to a sheer cliff face, its whitewashed facade seemingly fused into the rock. Built to house a Byzantine icon, the centuries-old structure still shelters a small community of monks and offers sweeping views over the water. Travelers typically reach the island's port by tender, with local transport needed to reach the monastery and inland villages beyond.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Amorgos.
Wander Chora's Whitewashed Lanes
Amorgos's clifftop capital hides a Venetian kastro, tiny chapels, and windmills along its maze of pedestrian lanes. A short taxi or local bus ride from the port, it rewards an unhurried stroll and a coffee in its tucked-away squares.
Swim at Agia Anna Beach
This small pebble cove below Hozoviotissa Monastery starred in a famous 1980s film and remains one of the island's most striking swim stops. Reachable by road then a short scramble down, it's worth the effort for its turquoise water.
Hike the Old Stone Paths
Centuries-old kalderimi trails link villages, chapels, and windmills across the island's rugged spine, offering sweeping sea views with minimal crowds. Wear sturdy shoes; even a short section between Chora and nearby hamlets captures Amorgos's timeless character.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Amorgos
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Ritz Carlton | Evrima | 6 | $39,600 | |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Ritz Carlton | Ilma | 5 | $9,100 | |
| Jun 17, 2027 | Ritz Carlton | Ilma | 7 | $12,300 | |
| Jun 27, 2027 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Traveller | 11 | $16,244 | |
| Jun 29, 2027 | Azamara | Azamara Onward | 11 | $4,019 | |
| Sep 21, 2027 | Ritz Carlton | Ilma | 7 | $11,900 | |
| Jul 8, 2028 | Azamara | Azamara Onward | 9 | $3,459 |