People of Karpathos have invested in tourism and accommodations thus being loyal to their abundant cultural heritage, which you can spectate at the numerous cultural events carried out through out the year, where people dress up with their traditional costumes passing on their tradition to the next generations. Karpathos consists of 10 villages with a total population of 6,000 people all loyal to tradition and hospitality.
Be sure that you will be amazed by the most authentic expression of the world known Greek Hospitality!
Enjoy Karpathos
Karpathos has nothing to be jealous of other cosmopolitan islands as it has many bars and clubs. Karpathos will experience an unforgettable holiday and enjoy every moment so do not wait any longer, now close your ferry tickets.
Karpathos port
From the port of Piraeus there are regular ferries to the port of Karpathos and the route with stops at other islands takes about 15 hours. even closing your ferry tickets your trip will be more comfortable and carefree. Karpathos there are two ports that serve several ferries. Diafani is the small port while Wells large and main port. Diafani is a coastal village with small houses and many fishing boats. Pigadia is the capital of the island has the ancient citadel of Karpathos is located on a large rock in the harbor. Pigadia is a modern city with rich tourist infrastructure and all amenities for visitors.
Links to other ports
The Karpathos has ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus, Anafi, Chalki, Heraklion (Crete), Karpathos (Diafani), Kasos, Milos, Rhodes, Santorini, Sitia (Crete).
Air connection.
Karpathos has a modern airport, with two runways. The airport is international and serves international flights from many countries. Domestic flights are operated from Athens, Thessaloniki, Rhodes, Kasos, Herakleion and Sitia (Crete).
