Emily in Paris Season 6 in the Cyclades: Complete Greece Travel Guide 2026
Last fact-checked: May 2026 · Speculation clearly flagged
When Netflix confirmed Emily Cooper was heading to the Greek islands for Season 6, the internet had a collective breakdown, in the best possible way. The Cyclades were already on every travel bucket list, but the Emily in Paris effect transforms "dream destination" into "booking this now." This is your complete practical guide to following Emily across the islands, with honest advice, real prices, and all the internal links you need to plan every leg.
Table of Contents
- What We Know About Emily in Paris S6 in Greece
- The 24 Cyclades Islands at a Glance
- How to Get to the Cyclades in 2026
- The Emily in Paris Cyclades Itinerary (7/10/14 Days)
- Mykonos. The Confirmed Emily Island
- Santorini. Caldera Sunsets After the Earthquakes
- Paros. The Sleeper Hit of 2026
- The Hidden Cyclades
- Where to Stay. Luxury Villas
- Renting a Car
- Ferry Routes 2026
- When to Visit
- Budget
- Frequently Asked Questions
What We Know About Emily in Paris S6 in Greece
Netflix hasn't released the full location breakdown, but production scouts and crew reports in spring 2026 confirmed several facts:
Confirmed: Mykonos Filming
The production base is Mykonos. Crew and equipment were spotted in Mykonos Town (Chora), Little Venice, the Windmills, and the access road to Psarou beach. Our complete Mykonos guide covers every location you'll recognise from the trailers.
See our dedicated page: Emily in Paris Mykonos filming locations, interactive map →
Speculated: Santorini & Paros Scenes
Caldera-edge sunset shots in the trailer strongly suggest Oia, Santorini. A market scene matches Naoussa, Paros. Both remain unconfirmed speculation: this guide flags all speculative claims clearly.
Read: Santorini island guide · Paros island guide
Why the Cyclades?
The show needed the "Greek islands" in all their blue-and-white glory. The Cyclades deliver exactly that, volcanic drama, crystal-clear water, designer boutiques, and a party scene Emily would absolutely approve of. See our ranked list of the 15 best Cyclades islands to understand why this archipelago is in a class of its own.
📸 Emily's "Instagram vs. Reality" Pro-Tips
To get the perfect shot without the crowds, follow these rules:
- The Windmills: Everyone stands in front. For the "Emily look," walk down to the Little Venice waterfront and shoot up toward the windmills at sunset.
- Matogianni Street: If you want empty streets like the show, you must be there by 07:30 AM. By 11:00 AM, it's a river of people.
- The Outfits: Mykonos is windy. If you're wearing a hat like Emily, pin it down or be prepared to chase it across the Aegean.
👗 Get the "Emily in the Cyclades" Look
The show's costume design for the Greek arc leans heavily into "Resort Chic." To nail the aesthetic:
- Linen is King: Breathable, chic, and very Mykonian.
- Bold Prints: Don't be afraid of bougainvillea pinks and turquoise blues.
- The Accessories: Oversized sunglasses and a straw tote for beach club hopping.
The 24 Cyclades Islands at a Glance
The Cyclades are a group of 24 inhabited islands (plus dozens of islets) in the Aegean Sea, south of Athens. Each has a distinct personality.
Not sure which island fits your vibe? Take our 60-second Island Quiz →
The Big Five
| Island | Vibe | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Mykonos | Glamorous, cosmopolitan, non-stop | Nightlife, luxury villas, beach clubs |
| Santorini | Dramatic, romantic, caldera-edge | Sunsets, couples, honeymoons |
| Paros | Balanced, versatile, less crowded | First-timers, windsurfing, village life |
| Naxos | Lush, family-friendly, self-sufficient | Families, hiking, beaches |
| Milos | Wild, cinematic, off the radar | Beach chasers, geology lovers, quieter luxury |
Underrated Mid-Tier Islands
These islands punch well above their weight and see a fraction of the Big Five crowds:
- Syros: The capital of the Cyclades. Neoclassical architecture, opera house, year-round life. Criminally underrated.
- Tinos: Pilgrimage destination with extraordinary marble craftsmanship and one of the best food scenes in Greece.
- Ios: Long famous for the party scene. Now also home to Homer's tomb and some of Greece's finest sandy beaches.
- Folegandros: Dramatic cliffs, chic minimalism. The coolest island Emily hasn't visited yet. See our Folegandros deep-dive →
- Sifnos: Greece's food island. Michelin-starred cooking traditions, hiking paths, excellent pottery. Read our Sifnos guide and where to stay in Sifnos.
- Andros: Mountainous, green, art museums. A surprising escape.
- Amorgos: Made famous by The Big Blue. Wild coast, Byzantine monastery, serious walkers.
Hidden: The Lesser Cyclades
Between Naxos and Amorgos lies a cluster of tiny islands so beautiful they feel like a secret:
- Koufonisia: Turquoise lagoons so Caribbean-looking you'll need proof you're in Greece. Read our Koufonisia travel guide →
- Iraklia, Schinoussa, Donoussa: So small they share a ferry. No ATM on some. Pure bliss.
Read our full island comparison with honest reviews →
How to Get to the Cyclades in 2026
Flying In
Direct international flights land at:
- JMK: Mykonos International Airport (April–October, connecting all major European hubs)
- JTR: Santorini (Thira) Airport (year-round, busy in summer, book early)
- PAS: Paros National Airport (seasonal, regional jets from Athens)
- Athens (ATH): The hub. Olympic Air, Aegean, and Sky Express run 40-min hops to JMK and JTR year-round.
Search flights to the Cyclades →
Ferry from Piraeus/Rafina/Lavrio (Athens Ports)
Three Athens ports serve the Cyclades:
| Port | Main Destinations | Time to Mykonos |
|---|---|---|
| Piraeus | All Cyclades | 2h15m (high-speed) / 5h (conventional) |
| Rafina | Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Tinos | 1h30m (high-speed) |
| Lavrio | Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos | 1h30m (conventional) |
Read our complete 2026 ferry guide → for routes, operators, and seasonal schedules.
Book ferry tickets on Ferryhopper →
The Emily in Paris Cyclades Itinerary
7-Day: The Classic Emily Route
The minimum to tick Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini without feeling rushed.
Days 1–3: Mykonos Arrive JMK or by high-speed ferry from Piraeus/Rafina. Check into your villa in Agios Lazaros or Psarou. Beach club day at Scorpios. Sunset at Little Venice. Dinner in Chora. Repeat.
See our detailed 7-day itinerary with daily schedule →
Want a custom itinerary? Build one in 30 seconds with Touristas AI →
10-Day: Add Naxos and a Hidden Island
Days 1–3 Mykonos → Day 4 Paros → Days 5–6 Naxos (ferry, 40 min) → Day 7 Koufonisia (ferry, 1h) → Days 8–10 Santorini (fast ferry, 3h30m)
14-Day: The Full Cyclades Deep Dive
Extend with Folegandros (2 nights) after Santorini, or Sifnos (2 nights) after Naxos. Add Syros for a day of architecture and market culture.
Read our master guide to Greek island hopping →
Mykonos: The Confirmed Emily Island
Mykonos needs no introduction, but the Emily in Paris effect is already shifting what travelers want. They don't just want a Mykonos experience, they want the Mykonos experience: the right villa in the right area, the right beach club, the right table at sunset.
Where to Stay in Mykonos: Villas
The villa scene here's the deepest in the Cyclades. Our internal link cluster covers every angle:
By Area: → Mykonos villas by area, matched to your travel style (Agios Lazaros, Psarou, Ornos, Elia, Ftelia, Kalo Livadi)
By Type: → 15 best luxury villas in Mykonos 2026 → Complete pool villa guide, private pools in Mykonos → Honest beachfront villa guide → Group villas for 12–20+ guests → Romantic villas for couples & honeymoons → Celebration villa playbook, bachelor & bachelorette → Pet-friendly villas guide
By Budget & Decision: → Transparent Mykonos villa pricing guide → Villa vs hotel, honest comparison → Complete booking guide. Mykonos villa rentals
The Full Experience: → 7-day ultra-luxury Mykonos blueprint → 50 best luxury villas in the Cyclades
Partner note: The ACE VIP is our Platinum villa partner in Mykonos, concierge-curated collection covering Agios Lazaros, Psarou, Fanari, and Ornos. Every villa includes full concierge stack (airport transfers, chef, daily cleaning, yacht day). Browse The ACE VIP collection →
Mykonos Beyond the Villa
Beach Clubs: Scorpios (sunset sessions), Alemagou (bohemian north coast), Principote (families). Full guide on our Mykonos island page →
DJ Scene: Mykonos has one of the best DJ lineups in the Mediterranean every summer. Mykonos DJ scene 2026 full calendar →
Renting a Car in Mykonos: Essential if you want to reach Elia, Kalo Livadi, and Ftelia beaches on your own schedule. Rent a car in Mykonos →
The Airbnb Freeze
Mykonos (and Athens) has introduced short-term rental restrictions. Some zones now require a licence, and the supply of legal STRs is constrained. This makes vetted villa partners like The ACE VIP more important than ever, they operate fully licenced properties. Read our Mykonos Airbnb rules 2026 explainer →
Santorini: Caldera Sunsets After the Earthquakes
Santorini had a seismic sequence in early 2026 that dominated international headlines. Here's the honest update: the island is open, operating normally, and safe for visitors. The Hellenic Seismological Institute is monitoring low-level activity as part of the ongoing volcanic system, this is normal for Santorini.
Is Santorini safe in 2026? Full earthquake update and safety status →
Santorini Essentials
The Debate: Santorini or Mykonos first? Santorini vs Mykonos, which is right for you? →
Getting Around: The caldera villages (Oia, Fira, Imerovigli) are bus-accessible, but the wine country and black-sand beaches need wheels. Santorini car & ATV rental guide →
Paros: The Sleeper Hit of 2026
Emily in Paris may be the catalyst, but Paros was already having its moment. It offers everything Mykonos and Santorini do, beaches, nightlife, beautiful villages, great food, at roughly 60% of the price, with a fraction of the crowds.
Why Paros in 2026:
- Naoussa is the closest thing to Mykonos in 2019 (before the oligarchs arrived)
- Windsurfing at Golden Beach is world-class
- Ferry hub to Lesser Cyclades, easiest jump-off point for Koufonisia
The Hidden Cyclades
The savvy Emily-in-Paris viewer will use the show as a gateway, then go one island further. These are the islands locals don't advertise:
Folegandros: The Island Emily Hasn't Found Yet
Dramatic 200m cliffs, Chora perched at the edge of everything, zero cruise ships. The kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever went anywhere else. → Folegandros romantic escape guide →
Naxos: The Self-Sufficient Giant
The largest Cyclades island. Naxos grows its own food, has its own mythology (Ariadne was abandoned here), and has beaches that go on for kilometres. → Things to do in Naxos →
Sifnos: The Food Island
Sifnos produces more chefs per capita than anywhere in Greece. The island's clay-pot cooking (mastelo, revithada) is legendary. → Sifnos food & pottery guide → → Best beaches in Sifnos →
The Beach Islands
→ 50 best Cyclades beaches, definitive ranking → → 24 secret beaches locals don't share →
Koufonisia: The Caribbean of Greece
Two tiny islands with water so turquoise it looks digitally enhanced. They're not. → Koufonisia travel guide →
Serifos, Kimolos
- Serifos rugged beauty guide →. Iron-ore history, empty beaches, steep Chora
- Kimolos. Milos's quieter sister →. Volcanic thermal springs, no attitude
Where to Stay: Luxury Villas & Hotels
The Cyclades villa market is stratified. Here's how to navigate it:
By Island: → Browse Mykonos villa collection → → Browse Santorini hotels →
All Accommodation: → Search all Cyclades hotels → → Best hotels in the Cyclades →
Price Reality Check
| Tier | Mykonos Villa (per night) | Santorini Hotel (per night) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | €180–350 (small studio, inland) | €120–250 (standard room) |
| Mid-range | €500–1,200 (2-bed villa, shared pool) | €300–600 (sea-view) |
| Luxury | €1,500–4,000 (private pool villa, 4+ bed) | €700–2,000 (caldera-view suite) |
| Ultra-luxury | €5,000–15,000 (full-service villa, 6+ bed) | €2,000+ (premium cliff-edge) |
→ Transparent Mykonos villa pricing guide →
Renting a Car
A rental car transforms your Cyclades trip from tourist-track to self-directed. The bus networks cover the main beaches but miss everything interesting.
Island-by-island:
- Mykonos: Superise Mykonos (our exclusive partner), book via our rent-a-car marketplace →
- Santorini: Santorini Rent Me, plus several ATV rentals near Fira
- Paros: Best Paros Rentals / Chaniotis Rentals, see rent-a-car →
- Naxos, Sifnos, Milos: Local operators available, multi-island selector in our marketplace →
Ferry Routes 2026
The ferry network is the backbone of any Cyclades trip. Key 2026 routes:
| Route | Operator | Duration | Frequency (peak) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus → Mykonos | SeaJets, Golden Star | 2h15m | 3–5 daily |
| Rafina → Mykonos | Hellenic Seaways | 1h30m | 2–3 daily |
| Mykonos → Santorini | SeaJets, Golden Star | 2h00m | 2 daily |
| Mykonos → Paros | SeaJets | 45min | 4 daily |
| Paros → Naxos | Multiple | 40min | 6+ daily |
| Piraeus → Sifnos | Seajets | 2h30m | Daily |
| Piraeus → Folegandros | Blue Star | 6h30m | 4× weekly |
| Naxos → Koufonisia | Express Skopelitis | 1h | Daily |
Book ferry tickets on Ferryhopper →
When to Visit
| Month | Crowd Level | Weather | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| April–May | Low–Medium | 20–24°C, some wind | Hiking, sightseeing, best prices |
| June | Medium | 26–28°C | Good balance |
| July–August | Peak | 28–32°C | Beach clubs, nightlife, Emily vibes |
| September | High → Medium | 26–28°C | Best weather, crowds thinning |
| October | Low | 20–24°C | Quiet, atmospheric, shoulder rates |
Emily in Paris was filmed in early summer. For the most cinematic experience, June or early September is the sweet spot, good weather without August's queues.
→ Month-by-month Cyclades weather guide → → Use our interactive best-time tool →
Budget
The Cyclades have a reputation as expensive, and Mykonos absolutely is. But the archipelago has options at every level:
Daily Budget Benchmarks
| Style | Mykonos | Paros | Naxos | Sifnos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €80–120 | €50–80 | €45–70 | €55–85 |
| Mid-range | €200–400 | €120–200 | €100–160 | €120–180 |
| Luxury | €800–2,500+ | €350–700 | €250–500 | €300–600 |
→ Cyclades on a budget, €50–100/day complete guide → → Calculate your trip budget with our budget calculator →
Frequently Asked Questions
Which island is best for first-timers? Paros for the most balanced experience. Santorini if you want the iconic view above all else. Mykonos if nightlife and luxury are the priority. See our honest island rankings →
How do I get from Mykonos to Santorini? High-speed ferry (2h–2h45m). Book on Ferryhopper → Book at least a week ahead in summer, these ferries sell out.
Do I need a car? Yes on Mykonos, Paros, Milos, and Naxos if you want the full beach experience. Optional on Santorini (bus covers caldera villages). Compare island car rentals →
What are the Lesser Cyclades? Koufonisia, Iraklia, Schinoussa, Donoussa, tiny islands between Naxos and Amorgos. Start with our Koufonisia guide →
Is Santorini safe after the earthquakes? Yes, the island is open and fully operational. See our live Santorini safety update →
Plan Your Emily in Paris Cyclades Trip
Ready to move from watching to booking? Here are your four next steps:
- Ferries: Plan all your ferry legs on Ferryhopper →
- Villas: Browse the 50 best luxury villas →
- Flights: Search the best flight deals →
- Car Rental: Compare rates across all islands →
- Custom itinerary: Plan with Touristas AI in 30 seconds →
Emily in Paris Season 6 begins filming in the Cyclades in summer 2026. This guide will be updated as new filming locations are confirmed.
