Viator
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Discover Ithaka (ithaca) Cruise & Tour [from Kefalonia]
Discover legendary Ithaka - mythical home of Odysseus - combining scenic cruise and guided tour! Sail across sparkling Ionian waters and stop at isolated Gidaki Beach for swimming in crystal-clear turquoise paradise accessible only by boat. Explore Vathy, the elegant capital with neoclassical architecture. Wander through museums, churches, and traditional shops. Enjoy extended free time in picturesque Kioni village - one of Greece's most beautiful harbors. Dine at waterfront tavernas serving fresh seafood while admiring stunning bay views. Journey to mountainous Stavros village, connected to Odysseus' palace. Taste famous "Rovani" dessert and admire the hero's bust. Your passionate guide shares captivating stories of Homer's Odyssey and Greek mythology. This unique land-and-sea adventure perfectly balances guided exploration with beach relaxation and authentic island experiences.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 of 5 stops have map coordinates.
Sea route is approximate — curved dashed line shows the sailing path between stops.
- 1
Sami
Pass byStarting our day, we take the lovely drive towards “Sami” Port and we board the ferry-boat to Piso- Aetos port in Ithaka.
- 2
Vathy
Our first stop is to the capital of the island, the little town of “Vathy”, where we have a stop to visit the museums & churches, go shopping and have some free time to explore & enjoy the town. Then, we board our boat for the cruise part of our excursion. Leaving "Vathy" we pass by the charming "Lazaretto" island situated in the center of Vathi bay.
75 min - 3
Stop 3
Cruising on the sparkling waters of the Ionian sea we reach the amazing little beach of "Gidaki" for our swim stop. There we spend about half-an-hour swimming, sunbathing and enjoying ourselves surrounded by crystal clear aquamarine waters and lavish green scapes.
40 min - 4
Kioni
Continuing our excursion, we set course towards the charming “Kioni Bay” to have lunch
90 min - 5
Stavros
After Kioni village, we take our bus again and passing by the village of Frikes, we head towards our last stop - the village of “Stavros”. There we have a stop to taste the delicious local dessert "Rovani" and admire the bust of Odysseus, the old church of “Sotiros” (Savior) as well as the beautiful “Polis Bay” a beach of great beauty. Finishing our tour, we reach back to “Piso Aetos” port for the ferry ride back to our base after a day of mythological splendor.
30 min
What's included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Ferry Tickets
What's not included
- Any item than can be included in the category "Food & Drinks"
- Gratuities: Gratuities for guide and driver (optional but appreciated)
- Entrance fees: Optional museum entrance fees
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Discover Ithaka (Ithaca) Cruise & Tour [From Kefalonia]
Pickup included
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