I Loved These 8 Great Things to Do in Halkidiki, You Will Too!

Nestled in northern Greece, about an hour from Thessaloniki, Halkidiki is a stunning peninsula known for its crystal-clear waters, miles of stunning coastline, and rich historical heritage. I went for a few days to find out some of the best things to do in Halkidiki, to add a bit of adventure to your beach holiday…

Halkidiki has three distinctive peninsulas – Kassandra, Sithonia, and Athos – each offering something different, but mainly, stunning beaches and blue waters.

I explored as much as possible in my 5-night trip, with Jet2 Holidays as my guide. Together, we found the must-visit spots and activities to make your trip to Halkidiki unforgettable.

From lounging on golden sands and exploring ancient ruins to savouring the best Greek cuisine Halkidiki has to offer these are the activities in Halkidiki I enjoyed the most.

Here’s what I got up to in Greece with Jet2holidays…

1. Cruise of Diaporos islands

My Diaporos Islands cruise was a real highlight of my Halkidiki adventure. I’d definitely recommend this if you’re looking for the best things to do in Halkidiki.

Join the tour and you’ll drive to Ormos Panagias on an air conditioned bus. It was only about 20 minutes from our hotel at The Dolphin, in fact we were the last ones on so first ones off at the end of the day – perfect!

In Ormos Panagias you’ll get on board the ship, ready to explore the exotic beaches of the east coast of Sithonia over the next eight hours.

We moored up at two and had a few hours at each to swim, snorkel and sunbathe. Jumping in was optional but definitely recommended!

Or, you could take the little boat to shore at each stop and they’d take your stuff.

The scenery on this tour is