With chilled-out surroundings and plenty of beach options, holidays to Nikiana tick all the boxes for a Greek island getaway.

Slow-lane living

Step out of the fast lane and in to the tranquil world of Nikiana – a friendly fishing village on the east coast of Lefkas, Greece. Its seaside setting and mountainous backdrop deliver plenty of picture-perfect backdrops, while family-run tavernas serve up seafood favourites fit for the ancient Ionian kings.

Paradise and then some

The beaches of Lygia and Perigiali are each within a 10-minute drive. But here's a secret – Nikiana comes with its own little stretch of sand, too. No wonder it's loved by locals.

Wave goodbye to boredom

The island certainly makes the most of the water world beyond its shoreline. Dive below the waves with an exciting scuba lesson, or skim the surface with a boat tour of the south-east isles. For action with a bird's-eye view, take the 30-minute drive to west-coast Kathisma and sign up for tandem paragliding.

Long days and late nights

Fill your afternoons with as much as you can muster – lively Lefkas Town's only a 15-minute drive away and has museums and historic sites to keep you busy. If you're more of a night owl, you might prefer the up-'til-late lifestyle of Nidri – also a quarter-hour car journey away.

At a Glance

  • Paddle the baby-blue shores of Nikiana's beach
  • Book a paragliding trip for a bird's-eye island view
  • Hang out with the locals in nearby Nidri