Samos
Quality Christian Holidays
Early Booking Discount
Prices include a discount of £25pppw for Samos 2027 holidays booked by 16th October 2026!
Samos is a Greek treasure, an island bursting with spectacular scenery, idyllic beaches and coves, mountains, waterfalls, and picture perfect Greek charm.
Surrounded by beautiful flora and with magnificent views over the ocean, the Zefiros Beach Hotel is just metres from the beach and sparkling Aegean Sea, perfect for swimming and watersports. Many of our guests have been coming on their Christian holidays to Samos year after year, and we understand why!
Our Samos holidays offer a huge variety of activities, all of which provide opportunities to get to know other guests, learn something new, or simply spend time doing the things you already love.
Community is at the heart of our holidays, whether you are travelling with others or on your own, you'll be welcomed into the Richmond family as soon as you arrive. From the friendly welcome at the airport, to shared times of ministry and mealtimes, our Samos holidays are curated to help make you feel safe and relaxed.
Our Samos holidays offer a huge variety of activities, all of which provide opportunities to get to know other guests, learn something new, or simply spend time doing the things you already love.
Community is at the heart of our holidays, whether you are travelling with others or on your own, you'll be welcomed into the Richmond family as soon as you arrive. From the friendly welcome at the airport, to shared times of ministry and mealtimes, our Samos holidays are curated to help make you feel safe and relaxed.
Don't just take our word for it!
WATERSPORTS
Our established Royal Yachting Association (RYA) recognised watersports centre in Samos is exclusive to Richmond guests.
We offer a wide range of watersports including sailing, windsurfing, stand up paddleboarding and kayaking.
Use of all our equipment is included in the cost of your Richmond holiday so come and join us, whatever your age or experience.
Activities
You have access to a wide range of activities in and around the hotel that are included in the price of your holiday
If you enjoy getting involved with everything that a place has to offer, then you will love our resort in Samos! Jump on a bike to explore the island, enjoy tennis and table tennis, or join in with our fun exercise sessions that are offered throughout your Richmond holiday.
Excursions
In addition to all the fantastic activities available at the hotel, Richmond offer a range of excursions with opportunities to explore more of the island of Samos, or to go further afield, making the most of the proximity to Ephesus and Patmos, two key Biblical sites.
Some excursions will run every week (such as an evening out in Pythagorio or Kokkari), while others may run seasonally (such as Go Karting in high season) and others will run from time to time (such as the Outdoor Cinema, which depends on which film is showing!).
The itinerary for your holiday will be finalised closer to the time, so if you’re particularly keen for a specific excursion, feel free to mention this at the point of booking, or speak to the friendly Richmond Samos team who will be happy book a place on an excursion with one of our suppliers.
YOUR MINISTRY LEADERS
Derek and Carrie Page
18 Jun - 02 Jul 2026
Derek is married to Carrie and they have three grown up children, and three gorgeous grandchildren! Derek grew up in the North East of England. He was the Senior Minister at Ruislip Baptist Church while Carrie was an infant school teacher. Once retired they moved to Lymington where they're enjoying walking in the beautiful countryside and coastlines.
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Phil and Sharon Dixon
04-18 Jun 2026
Phil and Sharon live in Shanklin, a beautiful seaside town on the Isle of Wight. Phil works as Chaplain for St Mary’s Hospital and Sharon is recently retired from a career in Adult Social Care. They both have inspirational testimonies to the amazing and undeserved transformational power of God. Between them they have 5 adult children and enjoy spending time together seeking God’s will.
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Rob and Rachel McLellan
21 May - 04 Jun 2026
Rob and Rachel live in the Lake District, where he is an Anglican priest at St Thomas’ Church in Kendal. Rob is an avid songwriter, occasional cyclist and has a love/hate relationship with DIY. Rachel is caring and creative – and restless without a project on the go! They have 3 grown up children.
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Dalton King
13-27 Aug 2026
Born in Montego Bay, Jamaica Dalton came to England at 9 and became a Christian aged 16 at a Boys Brigade camp. He's married to Sarah and they have three grown up children. He loves watching cricket, football, rugby and play table tennis. Sadly, he lost one of his brothers aged 21 in a tragic accident, since then he's had a greater desire to speak to people about Jesus and the brevity of life.
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Tom Murray
27 Aug - 03 Sep 2026
Tom is married to Gin (an adult speech and language therapist), and they have three children. Tom is a Church of England minister who leads a church plant on an estate in North Oxford. Tom also serves in the British Army Reserves as an Army Chaplain. When not playing sport, Tom enjoys time with the family, good food, and riding his motorbike.
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Lorraine Kingsley
30 Jul - 13 Aug 2026
Lorraine has been an ordained Church of England minister for the past few years, since stepping down as the founding CEO of the charity initiative Toilet Twinning. She's married to Vern, and they live in Bournemouth, where they enjoy being outdoors, celebrating the beauty of God’s creation.
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Phil and Sandra Marsden
02-16 Jul 2026
Phil is Senior Minister of Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford, a large multi-national church and is an avid Everton fan!
Prior to Chelmsford he Pastored two churches in the South West, worked as a Youth & Children’s Minister in several others and had jobs with both Youth For Christ and the Baptist Missionary Society.
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Nick and Pam Jackson
03-17 Sep 2026
Nick is married to Pam, father to two grown-up sons and now a grandfather! Formerly a Mathematics teacher and then IT Manager in commerce, Nick is currently the Team Pastor at LOVECHURCH in Bournemouth. Nick and Pam love the outdoors, sunshine and the sea and enjoy a glass of wine or a good cup of coffee.
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Helen and Roger Constantine
17 Sep - 01 Oct 2026
Helen has worked as a qualified youth worker and lecturer in a variety of settings including and now works for the international charity ‘Safe Families.’ Rog has experience of leading ministry and hosting with a number of tour operators. Together as a couple they enjoy being creative, making things, dogs, gardening, coffee, wine and walking.
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We believe a time away of fun and relaxation is the perfect opportunity to grow deeper in relationship with our awesome, loving God in the setting of His beautiful creation. Christian holidays in Samos are an amazing way to meet others, spend time with our Heavenly Father and encourage each other.
Each day in resort, our caring Ministry Leaders provide daily teaching and reflective prayer times. They are also available throughout the holiday to chat and pray with you.
Programmes
The programmes that we have put together are built around bringing like-minded people together to enjoy shared activities and meet people with similar passions or try something new!
Zefiros Beach Hotel
The family-run Zefiros Beach Hotel is perfectly positioned just metres from the beach. The hotel’s large terrace boasts an amazing panoramic view across the hotel’s pool and on to beautiful Mykali Bay.
The Greek hotel has a Mediterranean feel with cool blue and white decor. The whole area is beautifully designed and potted with vibrant bougainvillea and palm trees. There is sunbathing space around the pool and plenty of quieter corners for those who are looking for a bit of seclusion.
- Public areas include a spacious reception, an indoor lounge and bar, a large outdoor terrace and the hotel’s outdoor/indoor restaurant.
- Facilities at the hotel include a large swimming pool with sun loungers, a separate shallow toddlers’ pool, a tennis court, a poolside taverna and a beachside snack bar. There are also sunbeds available to hire along the beach for a small fee.
- The Richmond RYA watersports centre, exclusively for our guests, is also situated on the beach in front of the hotel – you won’t be able to miss it!
The Food
Just to say… we will do our best to cater for any dietary requirements, please let us know at the point of booking your holiday.
Our holidays are half-board, so they include a buffet breakfast each day as well as dinner in the hotel dining area.
Breakfast
A leisurely breakfast is a great way to start the day, and at the Zefiros Beach Hotel, breakfast can be enjoyed between 07:30 – 10:00 each morning. There is a varied continental breakfast including fresh fruit, yoghurt, cereals, pastries and bread. Each day there is a different egg option with accompanying meats such as chorizo, ham or bacon, and with extras such as cheese and tomatoes. Tea, coffee and fruit juice is available free of charge throughout breakfast.
Lunch
Although lunch is not included in your holiday package, the hotel’s poolside taverna is a great place to enjoy a delicious meal. The taverna offers traditional Greek food such as souvlaki, grilled fish and the classic Greek salad. The taverna also serves pasta dishes, omelettes and toasted sandwiches. Alternatively, there are some fantastic nearby tavernas along Mykali Bay that you can find by turning left out the hotel and wandering along the beach towards Psili Ammos.
Dinner
The evening meal is available between 19:30 – 21:00 in the hotel’s dining room. There are three courses and a large salad bar, with a mix of traditional Greek dishes and more classic dishes to choose from. There is a hot starter option followed by the main course including meat and/or fish and vegetarian options. The main course is served with a choice of sides. Enjoy different traditional Greek desserts each night from baklava to honey doughnuts and fruit!
There is bottled water on the table and alcoholic and soft drinks are available to order from waiters during dinner and can be added to your hotel tab. We would recommend trying some of the wonderful Samos wines from local vineyards. A glass of Samos’s famous Vin Doux, a honeyed sweet wine served ice–cold, is a particularly good way to end a meal! Alternatively, finish your meal with a complimentary coffee or tea.
The Rooms
Each of the hotel’s spacious, bright and airy bedrooms are air conditioned, and have their own private balcony or patio, ensuite (with shower over bath), mini fridge and hairdryer.
The rooms are arranged across all four floors of the hotel and offer a range of beautiful views, from sunsets and sea views to sunrises and mountain views.
We have a range of rooms to suit solo travellers, friends, couples and families.
Upper Level Rooms
These rooms enjoy elevated views and are available on all three sides of the hotel.
Choose from a sunset side sea view, sunrise mountain view, or south-facing sea view.
Accessibility: One flight of stairs between reception and room
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Private Balcony with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite with shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
- Air Conditioning
- Private Balcony with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
Reception Level Rooms
These rooms offer easy access to the hotel’s facilities and are available with either a sunset side sea view or a sunrise mountain view.
Our Easy Access Room is also located on this floor and includes additional grab rails in the bathroom.
Accessibility: No stairs between reception and room
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Private Balcony with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite with shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
- Air Conditioning
- Private Balcony with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
Lower Level Rooms
These rooms open onto a private patio overlooking the garden, where you can enjoy the evening sunset.
Interconnecting rooms are available, making them an excellent choice for families and groups travelling together.
Accessibility: One flight of stairs between reception and room
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Private Patio with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite with shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
- Air Conditioning
- Private patio with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
Corner Suite
Positioned on the front corner of the hotel, this spacious suite enjoys beautiful views across the sea from the large private terrace to the south and private west-facing balcony.
The suite features a master double bedroom and a second room that can be configured as a twin bedroom for families or used as a separate lounge area, making it ideal for couples and friends looking for extra space
Accessibility: One flight of stairs between reception and room
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Private Terrace with table and chairs
- Private Balcony
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite with shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
- Air Conditioning
- Private Balcony with table and chairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mini Fridge
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
Penthouse Suite
Occupying the top floor of the hotel, our Penthouse Suites enjoy some of the finest sea views at Zefiros Beach Hotel.
Each suite features a separate lounge area with a kitchenette and sofa bed, along with a spacious private balcony complete with sun loungers, outdoor seating and panoramic sea views. The master bedroom includes a super-king double bed and direct balcony access.
Accessibility: Two flights of stairs between reception and room.
Features
- Panoramic Sea Views
- Air Conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Large Private Balcony
- Sun Loungers
- Separate Lounge
- Kitchenette
- Fridge
- Kettle
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite with shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
- Panoramic Sea Views
- Air Conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Large Private Balcony
- Sun Loungers
- Separate Lounge
- Kitchenette
- Fridge
- Kettle
- Flatscreen TV
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Shower-over-bath
- Hairdryer
- Towels and Bed Linen
Samos Island, one of the most idyllic Greek islands found in the Aegean Sea, is a hidden treasure; its picture-perfect views and natural beauty makes it a stunning holiday location.
Getting There
Flights
There are direct flights on Thursdays from London Gatwick and London Stansted as well as a direct flight on Fridays from Manchester Airport.
We can book these direct flights for you, providing you with an ATOL-protected package holiday. Please note that flight prices fluctuate and availability cannot be guaranteed. Please contact us to enquire about booking a package holiday inclusive of these direct flights and we will provide you with a quote!
Flight Timings
Thursdays
- London Gatwick: 07:25 > 13:20 (Outbound) / 14:20 > 16:25 (Return) – TUI
- London Stansted: 07:00 > 12:55 (Outbound) / 13:45 > 15:50 (Return) – Jet2
Fridays
- Manchester: 06:30 > 12:30 (Outbound) / 13:20 > 15:35 (Return) – Jet2
Alternatively, there are a number of flights with connections in Athens and other European hubs which you can book independently. We recommend using SkyScanner to check out some options or contact our team of friendly holiday consultants who will be more than happy to search for the best option for you!
Transfers
Direct transfers from Samos airport to the Zefiros Beach Hotel take just 20 minutes and are available for £12pp each way. To book, please confirm these and your flights details at least 2 weeks prior to departure.
Carbon Balancing
For all flights booked with Richmond, we will donate £25 per return flight to Temwa. Temwa’s community-led approach to carbon balancing goes beyond planting trees; they also train local families in sustainable farming and help local governing bodies to protect their forests.
Airport Hotels
Most people choose to stay overnight near the airport ahead of the early morning departures. For those travelling from Gatwick, there are a number of guest houses and B&Bs near the airport which allow you to park and stay very close to Gatwick airport. In particular, Premier Inn has two hotels very close to the airport, which have proven very popular with our guests.
Airport websites often have links to local accommodation options and are a good place to start if you’re looking for an overnight stay!
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What's Included?
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Half-board accommodation
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Care of our Fantastic Staff Team and Ministry Leader
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Full use of our Watersports Centre
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Unlimited use of the Bike Centre and Tennis Equipment
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Daily Activities including local walks, quizzes and more!