About the Port
Poliegos, the largest uninhabited island in the Aegean, greets visitors with clear turquoise water and secluded beaches ideal for swimming before the day continues toward Folegandros. This small Cycladic island remains less traveled than its famous neighbors, prized for a dramatic coastline of sheer cliffs and a slower, unhurried pace.
Folegandros's Chora sits perched above the sea, its whitewashed houses, narrow lanes, and small squares reflecting classic Cycladic architecture largely untouched by heavy development. The town is a short trip from the port, rewarding those who make their way up with sweeping views over the Aegean. Together the two islands offer a contrast of pristine, uninhabited nature and an authentic, low-key Greek village atmosphere, appealing to travelers seeking quieter corners of the Cyclades beyond the region's better-known destinations.
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How our planners would spend a day in Poliegos-Folegandros.
Swim Poliegos's Hidden Coves
Anchor off secluded beaches with clear turquoise water and dramatic cliffs, best reached by tender for a swim in largely untouched surroundings.
Climb to Folegandros's Chora
Wind up from the port to the whitewashed hilltop town for narrow lanes, quiet squares, and sweeping Aegean views; allow time for the uphill walk or a short taxi ride.
Wander the Cliffside Kastro
Explore Chora's old fortified quarter, where centuries-old houses form a protective wall above the sea, offering a glimpse of authentic, low-key island life.