Ionian Islands

Day-To-Day Itinerary

Corfu to Corfu

Day 1: Arrival in Corfu town/Marina Gouvia 
Day 2: Corfu Island - Sivota - Parga - Lefkas Island, 18 mi. (28 km)
Day 3: Island of Lefkas, 21 mi. (35 km)
Day 4: Cephalonia Island, 25 mi. (39 km)
Day 5: Islands of Ithaca and Meganisi, 13 + 8 mi. (21 + 13 km)
Day 6: Island of Meganisi - Mytikas - Lefkas - Paxos, 30 mi. (49 km)
Day 7: Islands of Paxos and Corfu, 14 mi. (23 km)
​Day 8: Departure from Corfu/Marina Gouvia

*All distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, etc.

Day 1: Arrival in Corfu/Marina Gouvia
Check-in on the ship begins at 2 pm. In the evening, you'll enjoy dinner on board. Overnight stay in Corfu town.

Day 2: Corfu Island - Sivota - Parga - Lefkas Island, 18 mi. (28 km)
In the morning, the ship sails to Sivota, the only center of tourism on the western coast of the Greek mainland. From here, you'll cycle to Parga, a pretty town with the medieval fort which towers over the old town. The boat will be waiting to go to Nidri on Lefkas Island. On the way, you will pass the original swing-bridge which connects Lefkas with the Greek mainland.

Day 3: Island of Lefkas, 21 mi. (35 km)
After breakfast, begin a short tour to a waterfall nearby Nidri. With a bit of luck, there will be enough water to have a refreshing swim. Afterward, continue on quiet roads over the hills via Siyros to the picturesque harbor town of Sivota. Here you board the boat and cruise to Fiskardo on the Island of Cephalonia. Situated on the northern tip of the island, the harbor town enchants with its colorful houses and many cafes and bars along the lively waterfront promenade.

Day 4: Cephalonia Island, 25 mi. (39 km)
Leave Fiskardo by bike and climb an impressive mountain road on the west coast of Kefalonia, where you are met by awe-inspiring views over the Assos peninsula and the famous Myrtos beach. After the climb, turn inland and cross the island. Shortly before the end of the bike tour, visit the Melissani stalactite cave on board a small rowboat and marvel at the incredible blue tones created by the unique cave formations, sun, and water. In Sami, the boat welcomes you where you'll set off for Vathy on Ithaka. 

Day 5: Islands of Ithaca, 13 + 17 mi. (20 + 28 km)
In the morning, cycle on Ithaca Island. The homeland of the mythical king, Odysseus, is a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. On today’s cycle route you can enjoy the typical character of the Ionian Islands away from the beaten tourist track: gnarled olive trees, crystal clear water, and friendly islanders – time appears to stand still on Ithaca. Decide for yourself if you are up for the challenge of a true hill climb, or if you would prefer the leisurely alternative of a panoramic ride at half the height. The Panagiota awaits your arrival in Frikes, where you'll board and set off to the small island of Meganisi.

Day 6: Island of Meganis and Paxos, 13 mi. (20 km)
Meganisi is a tiny island with lots of charm, which you have the opportunity to explore in the morning by bicycle. The panoramic tour takes you along quiet and quaint island roads and through the three villages of the island, which give you a glimpse into the traditional island life of the Greeks. At Spartochori beach, you can enjoy a coffee and a swim in the sea. In the afternoon, sail to Paxos Island, whose unique natural harbor in Gaios creates a special island atmosphere. Spend the evening in one of the cozy taverns of Gaios.

Day 7: Islands of Paxos and Corfu, 14 mi. (23 km)
Paxos, the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands is a grove of olive trees, which gives the island its wonderful silver-green color. On today’s cycle tour you will circle the island and have the opportunity to swim in the Mediterranean and relax on one of the many beaches. After lunch, the boat brings you back to Corfu town and following dinner on board, you end your tour leisurely with an evening in the romantic, historical town center.

Day 8: Departure from Corfu/Marina Gouvia
After breakfast, check out and collective transfer to the airport. Extra time on the island of Corfu will be very hard to pass up!

Athens to Corfu

Day 1: Embarkation in Athens 
Day 2: Piraeus - Aegina Island - Corinth Canal - Galaxidi, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 3: Galaxidi - Delphi - Nafpaktos - Mesolongi
Day 4: Mesolongi - Ithaca Island, 28 mi. (44 km)
Day 5: Ithaca Island, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 28 km)
Day 6: Nidri - Lefkas Town - Paxos Island, 17 mi. (27 km)
Day 7: Paxos Island, 14 mi. (23 km)
Day 8: Corfu Island

Day 1: Embarkation Athens/Piraeus (Marina Zeas)
Individual arrival at Marina Zeas (Piraeus). Check-in on the Panagiota begins 2 pm. Take time to explore before enjoying your first dinner on board. Overnight stay in the harbor of Piraeus.

Day 2: Piraeus - Aegina Island - Corinth Canal - Galaxidi, 22 mi. (35 km)
In the morning, the boat sails to Aegina, the famous pistachio island. Here, your first cycle tour takes you to the excellently preserved temple of Aphaia, which lingers high above and scouts over the lucent sea. In the afternoon, sail with the Panagiota through the Isthmus of Corinth, which was completed in 1893. Julius Caesar planned for its construction. This 3.9 mi./6.3 km long but only 79 ft./24 m wide and 26 ft./8 m deep canal connects the Aegean Sea with the Gulf of Corinth and saves travelers sailing from Athens to Corinth the aprx. 258 mi./400 km long trip around the whole Peloponnese. If weather conditions are agreeable, the cruise continues to Galaxidi, otherwise overnight stay in or near Corinth.

Day 3: Galaxidi - Delphi - Nafpaktos - Mesolongi
Following breakfast, a transfer picks you up at Galaxidi and takes you to the famous site of Delphi, which rests at the foot of the Parnassus mountain range. Apollo, the god of the light, was once worshipped here and the oracle consulted. Not only the many temples and treasuries make the visit to Delphi an unforgettable experience, the well-preserved theater and the stadium and the breath-taking hillside location of the sanctuary. In the afternoon, the bus brings you to the harbor of Nafpaktos where you have time for lunch and a short stroll through the wonderful town before another short bus ride brings us finally to Mesolongi. The boat meets us here and we stay the night.

Day 4: Mesolongi - Ithaca Island, 28 mi. (44 km)
In the morning we take a bike tour from Mesolongi through the rich alluvial plains of the Evinos River - one of the most important agricultural regions in Greece. During the tour we take a break at Krioneri Beach for a coffee and swim before returning to Mesolongi. In the afternoon we can relax on board the boat as we cruise to Vathy on Ithaca Island.

Day 5: Ithaca Island, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 28 km)
In the morning, a transfer picks you up at Galaxidi and takes you to the famous site of Delphi, which rests at the foot of the Parnassus mountain range. Apollo, the god of the light, was once worshipped here and the oracle consulted. The many temples and treasuries, the well-preserved theatre, the stadium, and the breath-taking hillside location of the sanctuary make the visit to Delphi an unforgettable experience. In the afternoon, the bus takes you to the harbor of Nafpaktos. Here you will board the boat which takes you on a longer crossing to Vathy on Ithaca Island.

Day 6: Nidri - Lefkas town - Paxos Island 17 mi. (27 km)
Today cycle first through beautiful olive groves to the hidden waterfalls of Nidri and later on through the mountain world of Lefkas to the island’s capital of the same name. Here the Panagiota awaits to take you in the afternoon to Paxos Islan. Spend the night in the lovely natural harbor of Gaios.

Day 7: Paxos Island, 14 mi. (23 km)
Paxos, the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands is a grove of olive trees, which gives the island its wonderful silver-green color. On your morning cycle trip, you'll circle the whole island. You can also have a swim in the Mediterranean on one of the many beaches. In the afternoon the Panagiota takes you to Corfu. Stroll around for a while to enjoy the atmospheric old town. The last evening aboard takes place traditionally and includes the communal dinner and a last get-together in a cozy atmosphere with crew and tour guides.

Day 8: Corfu Island

Corfu to Athens

Day 1: Corfu/Marina Gouvia
Day 2: Paxos Island, 15 mi. (23 km)
Day 3: Lefkas Town - Nidri, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 4: Ithaca Island - Mesolongi, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 28 km)
Day 5: Mesolongi - Galaxidi, 28 mi. (44 km)
Day 6: Galaxidi - Delphi - Corinth Canal
Day 7: Aegina Island - Piraeus/Marina Zeas, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 8: Athens/Piraeus

Day 1: Embarkation in Corfu/Marina Gouvia 
Individual arrival by plane and subsequent transfer to the ship. Check-in on the Panagiota from 2 pm on. In the afternoon there is time to explore the charming old town of Corfu. Dinner on board. Overnight stay in Corfu town.

Day 2: Paxos Island, 15 mi. (23 km)
Cast off! In the morning the boat crosses to Paxos. The smallest of the seven Ionian Islands is a grove of olive trees, which gives the island its wonderful silver-green color. On your first cycle trip, you circle the whole island. You can also have a swim in the Mediterranean on one of the many beaches. Enjoy the evening in a cozy tavern in the unique natural harbor of Gaios! Overnight stay on Paxos.

Day 3: Lefkas town - Nidri, 19 mi. (30 km)
The day starts with a longer boat crossing to the City of Lefkas. Along the way, you will pass by the original swing bridge which connects the island of Lefkas with the Greek mainland. Today’s tour leads you across the island's fascinating mountain landscape to the lively harbor of Nidri. The island of Skorpios can be seen from your moorings, once the private haven of the famous shipping magnate, Aristotle Socrates Onassis. The night is spent in Nidri.

Day 4: Ithaca Island - Mesolongi, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 28 km)
Early in the morning, the boat cruises to the island of Ithaca, the homeland of the mythical king, Odysseus, which you get to explore today by bike. It's a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. On today’s cycle route, you can enjoy the typical character of the Ionian Islands away from the beaten tourist track: gnarled olive trees, crystal clear water, and friendly islanders – time appears to stand still on Ithaca. The ship awaits for a longer sail to Mesolongi in the Corinthian Gulf, where you spend the night.

Day 5: Mesolongi - Galaxidi, 28 mi. (44 km)
In the morning, a bike tour is scheduled from Mesolongi through the rich alluvial plains of the Evinos River - one of the most important agricultural regions in Greece. During the tour, take a break at Krioneri Beach for a coffee and swim before returning to Mesolongi. In the afternoon, relax on board the boat as it cruises under the Rio-Antirrio bridge to the picturesque harbor of Galaxidi. The night is spent here.

Day 6: Galaxidi - Delphi - Corinth Canal 
In the morning, a transfer brings you to the famous site of Delphi, which rests at the foot of the Parnassus mountain range. Apollo, the god of the light, was once worshipped here and the oracle consulted. Not only the many temples and treasuries, the well-preserved theatre and the stadium but mainly the breath-taking hillside location of the sanctuary makes the visit to Delphi an unforgettable experience. In the afternoon, the bus takes us back to Galaxidi. Continue by boat with the crossing to Corinth through the canal of Corinth, which was completed in 1893. Julius Caesar planned its construction. This 3.9 mi./6.3 km long but only 79 ft./24 m wide and 26 ft./8 m deep canal connects the Aegean Sea with the Gulf of Corinth. It saves travelers from sailing around the whole Peloponnese (approx. 248 mi./400 km long trip from Athens and Corinth).

Day 7: Aegina Island - Piraeus/Marina Zeas, 19 mi. (30 km)
On Aegina, the famous pistachio island, your last cycle tour takes you to the excellently preserved temple of Aphaia. Finally sail to Piraeus, where an impressive cruise ends. The last evening aboard takes place traditionally and includes the communal dinner and a last get-together in a cozy atmosphere with crew and tour guides.

Day 8: Disembarkation Athens/Piraeus

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