The 6 Best Sightseeing Tours in Ithaca, Ionian Islands

Legend says it was ruled over by Odysseus, who returned to its shores after fighting against Troy. Hear more mythical tales as you cruise over to the island and tour its highlights. Explore the capital of Vathi, with its horseshoe-shaped harbor. Then, take the boat for a mini cruise to Kioni, one of the island’s prettiest ports, with flower-decked houses and picturesque harbor. It’s absolutely charming. Enjoy a boat ride and swim on a beautiful secluded beach. A great chance to be a part in Odysseus myth! Customers who are less mobile may not be able to visit Ghidaki beach, however alternatively they can enjoy scenic route Vathi –Kioni. Pass by the Stavros village for a coffee stop on our way back to Piso Aetos port. – Arrival at the Port of Sami – Arrival at Piso Aetos **Vathy** – Cruise to Kioni ***Beach stop**Secluded beach to swim – Kioni Village – Stavros Village – Departure from Piso Aetos

Inclusions: Pick up from hotel, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide, Ferry Tickets to Ithaca & Return Tickets , Boat Ride to Vathi & Kioni

Exclusions: Personal Expenses , Food & Drinks

This private boat tour is ideal for small or bigger groups of people, families, couples, etc. (between 6 and 10 people). It is completely customized according to your needs and the sightseeing that you wish to see. This can include (optionally) Madouri, Scorpios, Meganisi, Kefalonia, Ithaca, Paxos islands and the famous Lefkada west coast beaches like Porto Katsiki, Egremni and Gialos (according to the weather forecast). Obviously it is impossible to visit all the spots, so try to fix a good time schedule in order to focus on what you want to see. It is also a nice activity to fill up your day and get memories as there is a photo shooting on board during the day. After the tour, you will receive 20 professional digital pictures from us as a memory of this great time. Local wines for wine tasting, fruits, cold bottled water and local tastes included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Seasonal fruits, Local home-made wines for wine tasting, Refreshments, Traditional local tastes, Photo shooting, All taxes included

Exclusions: Gratuities, Fuel surcharge, Price for the Skipper (100Euros), Non-listed drinks

This’s an unforgettable day cruise from Agia Efimia port to round of Ithaca, on our luxury S/Y “Venus”. Highlights: -Lunch (traditional Greek food) -Snacks -Fruits -Refreshments, Wine & Beers -Snorkeling Equipment -GoPro Action Camera Be assured we always pick the best places to visit, swim and snorkel according to weather conditions. If you are also lucky enough, you can even see dolphins, sea turtles as well as rare migratory birds cruising alongside our boat.

Inclusions: Lunch (traditional Greek food) Snacks Fruits Refreshments, Wine & Beers, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Restroom on board

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Experience the enchanting island of Ithaca, believed to be the ancient kingdom of the Mythical hero Odysseus.Listen to magical tales as you take in the outstanding scenery across the aquamarine water leading to coves, bays and picturesque fishing villages. Visit the monastery of Kathara, which is built high up on the peak of mount Niritos and has a breathtaking view of Vathy. Explore the beautiful horseshoe shaped harbor of the capital, Vathi. Red roofed houses are set amongst enchanting scenery and is a photo opportunity of twisting streets, picturesque cafes and little shops. From Vathi you will head to Kioni, a very pretty waterfront village for lunch. Stavros Village is your next stop. Stavros was founded in the 16th century by the inhabitants of the mountainous villages of Anogi and Stavros, since the attacks of the pirates had started to decrease. A road from the village leads to the picturesque Polis Bay with its lovely port. On its left coast stands the Cave of Loizos.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Information folder (Documents with details of the tour for the visited places) , Ferry Tickets included

Exclusions: Food and drinks

In this tour, we will have the chance of enjoying a pleasant tour on South Ithaca. This tour will not only be for fun and wine tasting but also cultural. Thus, we are going to visit the traditional Peraxwri village with a spectacular view of Vathi port. Also, Palaiochora, where the ruins of a medieval settlement, were found. Finally, Kaminia will be the site, where we are going to taste some ambrosial wines and be introduced to the way wine is produced here in Ithaca next to one of the most organized vineyards in our island.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation

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The cruise departs from Nidri, passing many bays and villages, including Vasiliki and sailing round the southern tip of Lefkas islnad, known as Sappho’s leap. The first stop is at the stunning bay of Porto Katsiki and the imposing Egremni beach. Your journey continues on to Fiskardo Kefalonia, a picturesque fishing village and the only one left standing following the catastrophic earthquake of 1953. The next stop is on the island of Ithaki, believed to be the home of Odysseus. Here you can visit the museum, have lunch and perhaps another swim. On the return journey the captain will take the baot inside the famous Papanikolis’ cave, where a submarine lay hidden during the 2nd World War. The last part of the cruise takes you around island of Scorpios, otherwise known as the Onassis island. Here you will be told the history of the tragic family and there will be time for a last swim. Return to Nidri passing the island of Madouri or Poet’s island.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Transfer from Hotel to Nidri Port and from Nidri Port to Hotel , Food/drinks , Tips (optional)