Itinerary
Ionian Islands Itinerary
Day 1 Boarding in Corfu
Individual journey to Corfu airport and collective transfer to the city of Corfu Check-in from 2 p.m. on the Panagiota. Dinner on board and overnight stay in Corfu harbor.
Day 2 Island of Paxos (appr. 14 mi. by bicycle)
In the morning we will cross to Paxos, whose unique natural harbor creates a special island atmosphere. Paxos, the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands, is a grove of olive trees which gives the island its wonderful silver green color.
On our cycle trip in the afternoon we will circle the island. You can have your first swim in the Mediterranean on one of the many beaches and you can spend the evening in a cozy taverna in Gaios.
Day 3 Island of Lefkas - Mytikas - Island of Meganisi (appr. 31 mi. by bicycle)
Early in the morning our ship will bring us to the island of Lefkas. From the town of Lefkas today’s bike tour leads us to the Greek mainland. We’ll ride on panoramic roads, passing some mountain villages and further on we’ll bike along the coast to Mytikas where the ship awaits us for lunch. Afterwards we’ll sail to the small island of Meganisi, where we’ll spend the night.
Day 4 Islands of Meganisi and Ithaca (appr. 6 + 12,5 mi. by bicycle)
Meganisi is a tiny island with lots of charm that we will explore in no time by bike. After the bike ride, during our sail to Ithaca we will pass by a beautiful cave where the ship will anchor for swimming. In the afternoon we’ll discover Ithaca by bike.
The homeland of the mythical figure Odysseus is a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. Today’s cycle route leads along the northern part of the island. You can enjoy the typical character of the Ionian Islands here away from the beaten tourist track: gnarled olive trees, crystal clear water and friendly islanders. Time appears to stand still on Ithaca.
Day 5 Island of Kefallonia (appr. 24 mi. by bicycle)
In the morning a short crossing to Kefallonia Island. Today’s bike tour leads us from Sami to Fiskardo. Along the way we’ll visit the stalactite and stalagmite caves of Melissani which can only be viewed in row boats.
We’ll continue on through the interior of the island and finally reach the high road of the west coast of the island, where we’ll have lots of unforgettable views, like the panoramic view down to Myrtos beach. The ship awaits us in Fiskardo, where we’ll spend the night.
The harbor town on the Northern point of the island charms visitors with its colourful houses and numerous cafés and bars along the picturesque harbour promenade.
Day 6 Island of Lefkas (appr. 15 mi. by bicycle)
In the morning our ship will take us to the island of Lefkas, which is connected to the Greek mainland with an original swing bridge. Before lunch we will anchor at Porto Katsiki, one of the most famous beaches in Greece, for swimming.
In the afternoon we will cycle from the harbor in Vasiliki, which has a worth seeing historical town centre, along quiet roads through the mountains past Sivros to the beautiful harbor of Nidri, where we will overnight.
Day 7 Parga - Sivota - Island of Corfu (appr. 15 mi. by bicycle)
After breakfast the Panagiota will take us first to Skorpios, the island of the shipping giant Onassis, where we’ll anchor for swimming. Afterwards the ship will take us to Parga, the only center of tourism on the western coast of the Greek mainland.
The pretty town old Parga, with its medieval fort which towers over the old town, is the start of today’s cycling tour, which will lead us to Sivota where the boat is awaiting us and will take us to the town of Corfu. After dinner you can round off your journey in the atmospheric old town.
Day 8 Disembarkation
Guests disembark after breakfast on board followed by individual departure or guests may extend their stay in Corfu.
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