Viator
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From Sami: Ithaca Daily Cruise With Swim Stop And Snacks
Embark on an enchanting journey around the stunning island of Ithaca aboard a classic wooden boat. Your day will be filled with the beauty of crystal-clear waters, rich culture, and delicious traditional Greek snacks, fresh seasonal fruits, and juices. Explore the pebble beaches at Pera Pigadi, Filiatro, and Gidaki, where the water is transparent, clean, and adorned with a gentle turquoise hue. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling in these serene and picturesque locations. Next, visit the charming village of Vathy, the capital of Ithaca. This attractive settlement showcases a pronounced Venetian influence, with pretty houses featuring tiled roofs, imposing mansions, and picturesque stone-paved alleys. Wander through the village and uncover its hidden gems. Capture the beauty of "Lazaretto," a small island in the bay of Vathy. Covered with pine trees, this island is home to only one building, the chapel of the Transfiguration of the Savior, offering a unique and tranquil photo opportunity.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 8 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 4 of 7 stops have map coordinates.
Sea route is approximate — curved dashed line shows the sailing path between stops.
- 1
Port of Sami
Begin your cruise from Sami Port at 9:00 am
60 min - 2
in the southeast of Ithaca
Swim in the crystal clear water of "Pera Pigadi" beach, an isolated beach in the southeast of Ithaca . Along the cruise enjoy fresh fruits and the traditional Kefalonian snack "Riganada".
60 min - 3
Filiatro Beach
Sail to "Filiatro" beach for the second swimming stop. Filiatro is the closest beach to Vathy, the capital of Ithaca. Swim in the warm, shallow crystalline waters.
60 min - 4
Vathy
Explore Vathy, the capital and the main harbour of Ithaca since the 16th century. The picturesque village, the largest of the island is built amphitheatrically around a deep and sheltered bay with a narrow entrance. A wide variety of taverns and cafes are lining the waterside.
90 min - 5
Stop 5
Continue with a photostop at Lazaretto, a beautiful, small island situated in the bay of Vathy. It is covered with pine trees and has only one erected building: the chapel of the Transfiguration of the Savior. During Venetian rule, it served as a quarantine station for ships, passengers, crew and goods entering Vathy harbour.
20 min - 6
Stop 6
Gidaki beach is an attractive and isolated beach accessed only by boat from the port of Vathy. Discover the exotic beach, backed by white cliffs topped with verdant vegetation and see the colors of the water range from deep blue to green. This is the perfect location for swimming and sunning yourself.
60 min - 7
Port of Sami
Sail back to Sami Port. Arrival time 16:00 pm.
60 min
What's included
- All fees & taxes
- Boat tickets
- Drinks ( juice, water)
- Traditional snack & Fresh seasonal fruits
What's not included
- Personal Expenses
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
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From Sami: Ithaca Daily Cruise with Swim Stop and Snacks
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