Golf Holidays in Greece
Jetting off to sunny Greece has long been a favoured option for chilly Northern Europeans, and with the advent of some first class championship golf courses, the Greek Islands in particular are of increased interest to travelling golfers.
Crete and Corfu are synonymous with beach holidays, offering the relaxed atmosphere, idyllic beaches and laid back leisure that are so attractive.
Both islands are also home to excellent golf courses, and are emerging as excellent alternatives for mixed parties including non-golfers.
Water sports, delightful hotels and fresh seafood are among the highlights of an escape to the Greek isles, which are now a golf holiday destination of international class.
Golfers visitng Greece will no doubt want to play the courses of the magnificent Costa Navarino Resort.
The Dunes Course, designed by Bernard Langer, was the first signature course in Greece a&nd offers exceptional views of the sea and nearby river. The Robert Trent Jones II Bay Course is a fun and enjoyable layout the serves up scenic views of the bay of Navarino.
Jose Maria Olazabal is responsible for the other two courses. The Hills Course serves up views from start to finish which are amongst the most picturesque anywhere in the world. The International Olympic Academy Course is tighter than the Hills focusing on course management to be able to score well.
Greece has a number of championship golf courses that are suitable for golfers of all skill levels. The Costa Navarino area located on the west coast of the Peloponnese peninsula features courses the renowned architects Bernhard Langer, Robert Trent Jones II and Jose Maria Olazabal.
The incredible Greek landscape is on full display at both The Bay and Dunes courses at Costa Navarino, both offering a great challenge. The two layouts at Navarino Hills are set above the coastline and offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, the Bay of Navarino and the Ionian Sea.
Luxury accommodation is on offer within close proximity to a range of excellent golf courses.
The fantastic five-star Westin Resort Costa Navarino features 445 rooms and suites, inspired in design by old Messinian mansions that spring from nature and create an ambiance of genuine hospitality.
The Romanos Luxury Collection Resort features 321 incomparable rooms of distinct Messinian architecture with contemporary touches, including the exquisite Ionian Exclusive suites and villas with butler service and unique amenities.
Greece boasts a rich history of ancient mythology, art and philosophy. Sites worth a visit, if you're on the mainland are Athens, Delphi and Olympia.
The Peloponnese is obviously significant for Sparta; and the Asklepieion of Epidaurus, built in the 4th century BC, is considered the 'cradle of medicinal arts'.
The temples of Zeus, Apollo & Hera are regarded as some of the most important archaeological sites in the world, and proposals for the Corinth Canal – one of mankind's greatest feats of engineering – originated around the 1st century AD.
Flight Information
With direct flights available from British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair to Kalamata International, you can fly over to Greece hassle free. Flight times are generally around 3 hours and a half hours with a short transfer to the resorts.
When to go
Summer temperatures can be searing in Greece, especially in July and August. When planning time on the golf course be sure to have plenty of water or avoid times between 12-4pm.
Travel & Weather
3 hours 40 minutes
Jun - Sep
Aug & Sep
10° C - 30° C