All Inclusive Holidays to Greece in October

Several Greek islands remain open and warm in October, though ferry schedules and hotel opening times narrow as the month goes on.

• Naxos Chora: Naxos Chora is the harbour town of Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, and it offers a historic Venetian castle, a relaxed waterfront and easy access to beaches along the coast. October weather is usually warm enough for swimming, and the island's hiking routes are at their most comfortable. The trade-off is that the island's services are reduced compared with summer, so you should check ferry timetables carefully before you travel. For travellers who want a quieter Cycladic island with plenty to explore, Naxos Chora is a natural fit, the same brief our Greece Adults Only Holidays deals are built around.
• Paros: Paros is a less crowded Cycladic island than its famous neighbours, with a traditional harbour town at Parikia and beaches on its west coast. Ferries link the island with the mainland port, and in October the pace of the island slows noticeably while the sea remains warm. The limitation is that some all inclusive hotels reduce their services or close earlier in the month, so confirming opening dates is essential. We think this island suits travellers who want island character without the peak-season bustle.
• Milos: Milos is a volcanic island in the Cyclades with coloured rock formations, quieter beaches and a smaller hotel scene than its better-known neighbours. October offers warm days and calm seas, and the island's beaches are often uncrowded outside the summer peak. The trade-off is that the island has fewer all inclusive properties than larger islands, and reaching it can involve connecting ferries. We suggest Milos for independent travellers who value space and natural scenery above a large resort offer.
• Corfu Old Town: Corfu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sits on a green Ionian island with Venetian and British-influenced architecture and an active October calendar of cultural life. The island's sandy beaches on its east and west coasts stay warm enough for swimming, and flights from UK airports make the journey comparatively direct. The limitation is that some resort hotels on the island scale back activities as the season closes. We recommend Corfu Old Town for travellers who want history, greenery and an easy flight. It is exactly the brief our Corfu holidays deals are built around.
• Rhodes Island: Rhodes Island offers sandy beaches at Faliraki and Ixia, resort facilities and easy access to the medieval Old Town of Rhodes. October weather is typically warm, and the island has direct flights from UK airports that simplify the journey considerably. The trade-off is that Faliraki can remain busy with nightlife into the month, so a calmer resort may suit some travellers better. We think this island is a strong all round choice for those who want beaches, history and reliable flights. It is exactly the brief our Rhodes holidays deals are built around.