Multi-Adventure Cruise Ionian Islands; Round-Trip from Corfu 7nts (Saturdays)

Cruise ship: Panagiota
From Price lead-in price
€2,029 pp
Starts
CorfuCorfu Port
Ends
CorfuCorfu Port
Duration
7 nights
Departures
Saturdays
Max Guests
40
Ship Style
Premium
Overview

This eight-day multi-adventure cruise is a relaxed, family-friendly way to discover the Ionian Islands strung along Greece's lush west coast, sailing round trip from Corfu aboard a traditional two-masted wooden motor sailer. Rather than long daily rides, the week mixes short bike tours with hiking, canoeing, swimming and simply relaxing on deck, so each day you choose how active you want to be. The cycling is easy and guided, with a smallest children's bike suited from about 1.20 metres, making the trip a good fit for families with younger riders. From Corfu you cruise to Paxos, the smallest of the seven Ionian islands, so thickly covered in olive trees that it shimmers silver-green, with a gentle coastal ride to a swim at Kaki Lagkada beach. Lefkas follows, reached past its original swing bridge, with a ride around the lagoon and a stop at Agios Ioannis beach. On Cephalonia the colourful harbour of Fiskardo charms with its cafes and lighthouse walk, while a ride from Sami leads to the extraordinary Melissani cave, reached by rowing boat, and a donkey farm the whole family can enjoy. Meganisi and the peaceful west-coast bay of Arillas round out the route before the final ride through a national park to the monastery of Agios Athanasios and the crossing back to Corfu. Clear blue water, olive groves, hidden coves and unhurried island life set the tone throughout. With a knowledgeable guide on hand and a comfortable cabin waiting each night, it is an active holiday that leaves plenty of room for fun, spontaneity and rest, an approachable first taste of Greece by boat and bike for all ages.

Route: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkas, Cephalonia, Meganisi, Arillas, Corfu

ItineraryHide details Show details Day 1Corfu Island/Corfu city (Embarkation)Day 2Corfu Island – Paxos IslandDay 3Paxos Island - Lefkas IslandDay 4Lefkas Island - Cephalonia IslandDay 5Cephalonia Island - Meganisi IslandDay 6Meganisi Island – ArillasDay 7Arillas – Corfu IslandDay 8Corfu Island/Corfu city (Disembarkation)
Day 1
SaturdayCorfu Island/Corfu city (Embarkation)

Individual arrival at Corfu and collective transfer from the airport to the ship. At 2 pm you can start checking in on the Panagiota. The tour begins with a joint dinner on board. Overnight on Corfu.

Day 2
SundayCorfu Island – Paxos Island

After breakfast we cast off and cruise to the olive island of Paxos. Paxos is the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands with a higher population of olive trees then people – 32 km² are home to over 250,000 olive trees! They cover the island in a wonderful silver green shimmer. The natural harbor of Gaios is unique and provides a special atmosphere during our stay here. In the afternoon, we take a short bike ride along the coast to Kaki Lagkada beach, where you can swim in the crystal clear Ionian Sea. The evening can be spent relaxing in a local tavern in Gaios. Approx. 7 km.

Day 3
MondayPaxos Island - Lefkas Island

In the morning we cruise to Lefkas Island, Lefkas City, but before arriving we anchor near Antipaxos for a swim stop from the boat. After a long cruise we reach a narrow channel with an original swing bridge which connects the Greek mainland with the island. From Lefkas City we start our tour around the lagoon and can enjoy a second swim at the white sand beach, Agios Ioannis. After returning to the boat, we navigate our way to Nidri where we will spend the evening and the night. Approx. 8 km.

Day 4
TuesdayLefkas Island - Cephalonia Island

In the morning we ride from Nidri through olive groves to a nearby waterfall. If we are lucky, a steady stream of water will enable us to take a refreshing swim. Following the excursion we make our way to Fiskardo on the island of Cephalonia. This port, located at the northern tip of the island, delights us with its colourful little houses and many cafes and bars along the picturesque harbour promenade. An evening walk of approx. 30 minutes takes us to a pretty lighthouse. Overnight in Fiskardo. Approx. 10 km.

Day 5
WednesdayCephalonia Island - Meganisi Island

After a short crossing by boat we reach the harbour of Sami. Today’s bike tour starts here and leads us along the coastline to the enchanting Melissani Cave; accessible only by row boat. A visit to a donkey farm, knowledge and fun at the same time for all ages, is next on the agenda before the tour takes us back to the boat. The boat meets us in Sami and takes us for a well-deserved swim break! Our journey then takes us further to Meganisi, a charming island where we spend the night. Approx. 15 km.

Day 6
ThursdayMeganisi Island – Arillas

After breakfast we have the chance to explore Meganisi on our bike. Afterwards a long crossing will take us to Arillas, an idyllic and peaceful place along west coast of Greece, close to Perdika on the Greek mainland. A stroll along the sandy beach or a swim around Panagiota (the boat) rounds off the day. We spend the night in Arillas. Approx. 6 km.

Day 7
FridayArillas – Corfu Island

In the morning our bike tour leads us along remote streets under the shade of old olive trees through a national park and along a little river until we reach the monastery of Agios Athanasios, which we visit. The Panagiota awaits us for our last crossing back to Corfu. Here we can enjoy a celebratory evening meal before reflecting on our wonderful adventures of the week. Approx. 12 km.

Day 8
SaturdayCorfu Island/Corfu city (Disembarkation)

After breakfast, check-out, collective transfer to the airport on request and individual return home, or holiday extension on the island of Corfu.

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