Beautiful beaches, whitewashed houses, bougainvillea-filled patios and hidden treasures… Astypalea resembles the best of the Greece’s Cyclades islands, except that it’s one of the Dodecanese islands and has a unique character of its own.

At the southeastern edge of the Aegean, in the Dodecanese island chain (not the Cyclades as some may think), there is an island rich in imagery and emotions. Astypalea is dubbed ‘The Butterfly of the Aegean’ – partly because of its distinctive shape and partly because of the beauty of the landscape.

For those willing to travel off the beaten track, Astypalea is love at first sight. Many stay forever devoted to this island of white light, with its crystal-clear water, sun-drenched beaches, long heritage and hospitable residents.