'An idyllic introduction to rural Zante, Tragaki gives you valley vistas, herb-scented hillsides and a choice of sandy beaches.'
Unspoilt and undisturbed, tiny Tragaki is a haven of tranquillity snuggled into a sea of luxuriant greenery. The silvery leaves of gnarled old olive trees provide dappled shade. Vineyards soak up the summer sun. And the scents of basil, rosemary and wild thyme are carried on the breeze. Put simply, it's gorgeous. From its elevated setting, the village gazes down on the sea and meets picturesque Kypseli eye-to-eye across the valley. So far, so fabulous. Now add a touch of history – several of Tragaki's traditional houses survived the earthquakes of the mid-1900's. And paint-in several sandy beaches – Bouka, Katragati and Amboula among them – and you begin to get the picture of a rustically rural base. There are bags of shops and eateries down the road in Tsilivi – not to mention half a mile of gently shelving sands on the clear blue bay. And the island's capital town is less than three miles away. So, while Tragaki is secluded, it certainly isn't isolated. A one-off.
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Beaches
The village has its own small, sand-and-shingle beach plentifully equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas. It is also close to the golden sands of Amboula beach.
Eating out
There are several beachside tavernas that serve traditional Greek cuisine. There is also a wonderful, although slightly pricey, Italian restaurant where the pizzas are big and the pasta is full of flavour.
Nightlife
Nightlife in Tragaki is confined to restaurants and hotels but for more choice, simply head into Tsilivi, which has plenty of tavernas and bars - some of them serve cocktails and are quite lively. There is a family-orientated atmosphere here, and it's not uncommon to see parents and their children competing over karaoke.
Shopping
The only shopping on offer in Tragaki is a small mini-market, which is surprisingly well-stocked with a large variety of food produce, drinks, gifts and inflatables for the pool or sea. There is a bakery a short drive away which makes delicious croissants and fresh loaves, perfect for breakfast on your balcony.
Local information
Hire a car and head up the coast towards the northern tip of the island. You'll be rewarded with magnificent views of a splendid coastline, beautiful secluded coves, where you can cool off in the turquoise seas, and intimate, traditional villages.
Location
10km north of Zante Town
Transfer time
20 minutes to 1 hour
Recommended
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