Cheap holiday Naxos
Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades: white villages, wide sandy beaches and a Venetian castle above Chora. Transavia flies direct from Schiphol. 7 days from €900 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Naxos →When is the best time to go?
May to September is the season: 27 to 31 degrees and a warm Aegean Sea. May and September are quieter and more pleasant than midsummer. Avoid the last two weeks of August, which are the busiest and most expensive. October is ideal for hiking in the green Tragaea valley with fewer crowds.
The best areas on Naxos
- Naxos Town (Chora) The main town with the Portara, the Venetian Kastro, shops and the liveliest nightlife on the island.
- Agios Prokopios and Agios Giorgos Right next to Chora: calm, shallow beaches ideal for families and snorkellers.
- Plaka and Mikri Vigla Long, wild beaches further south, popular with kitesurfers and backpackers.
- Tragaea Valley The green interior with Byzantine chapels, olive groves and the picturesque village of Halki, the cultural heart of the island.
- Apollonas Quiet fishing village on the north coast with a reclining kouros figure (6th century BC) carved in the rock.
Top 5 things to do on Naxos
- Portara (Temple of Apollo) Iconic marble gate by the harbour, freely accessible and spectacular at sunset. Free.
- Kastro and Archaeological Museum Venetian castle above town with ancient sculptures and Cycladic art. €4 to €6.
- Temple of Demeter (Sangri) Ancient 6th-century BC temple in the countryside, well restored. €4; closed on Tuesdays.
- Agios Prokopios beach Turquoise, sheltered and family-friendly; reachable by local KTEL bus (€1.80). Free beach.
- Mount Zas hike Highest peak of the Cyclades (1,001 m), on foot from Filoti via a marked trail. Free; bring water.
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
Transavia flies direct from Schiphol to Naxos (JNX) in about 3 hours 30, three times a week in the 2026 summer season. There are no direct flights from Eindhoven; the alternative is a stopover in Athens with Sky Express (about 35 minutes onward). From the airport take a taxi (about €12-15, cash) or the KTEL bus to Chora (€1.80).
What does a holiday on Naxos cost?
Studios from €40, mid-range hotels €80 to 150 per night. Food in Chora: gyros €4, taverna dinner €15 to 20. Local bus €1.80; taxis operate on fixed fares, cash only. Budget €900 to €1,200 per person for 7 days including a flight. Insider tip: Panagia Drosiani chapel in Moni has the oldest Byzantine frescoes of the Cyclades (7th century), barely known to tourists.
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Frequently asked questions about Naxos
When is the best time to visit Naxos?
May to September: 27 to 31 degrees and a warm Aegean Sea. May and September are quieter than August.
Which area is best to stay in Naxos?
Naxos Town (Chora) for atmosphere, shops and restaurants; Agios Prokopios for quiet beaches within walking distance.
How do I get from the Netherlands to Naxos?
Transavia flies direct from Schiphol to Naxos (JNX) in about 3 hours 30, three times a week. No direct flight from Eindhoven.
What does a holiday in Naxos cost?
From €900 per person for 7 days including a flight; studios from €40 and mid-range hotels €80 to 150 per night.
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