Ionian Islands

Day-To-Day Itinerary

Corfu to Corfu

Day 1: Arrival in Corfu town
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 town

*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 town
Check-in on the ship from 2 pm. Dinner on board. Overnight stay in Corfu town.

Day 2: Corfu Island - Sivota - Parga - Lefkas Island, 18 mi. (28 km)
In the morning, onboard, you will crossover to Sivota. The cycle tour to Parga begins here which is the only center of tourism on the western coast of the Greek mainland. Parga is 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 Kedalonia. 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 and Meganisi, 13 + 8 mi. (21 + 13 km)
Ithaca, the homeland of the mythical king Odysseus, is a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. On today’s cycle route, you will enjoy the typical character of the Ionian Islands away from the beaten tourist track. On this island, full of gnarled olive trees, crystal clear water, and friendly islanders, time appears to stand still. From Frikes, the Panagiota sails to the small island of Meganisi. On the way, you will pass the private island of the influential ship-owner Aristoteles Onassis. Meganisi is a tiny island with lots of charm, which can be explored in the afternoon in no time by bicycle.

Day 6: Island of Meganisi - Mytikas - Lefkas - Paxos, 30 mi. (49 km)
In the morning, there is a crossover to Mytikas on the Greek mainland. From Mytikas, you will cycle along the Greek coast and further on along panoramic roads, passing some mountain villages until arriving at Lefkas town. The unspoiled and truly exquisite Greek Island of Lefkas is brimming with traditional charm and appeal. Huge white rocks form an intense landscape which is softened by an array of lush green valleys, clear blue waters, and stunning, long sandy beaches. The low-lying east coast of Lefkas is home to an abundance of leisure facilities and picturesque views while the west - rugged and open - promises blue seas and fabulous stretches of sand which are a magnet for the more adventurous traveler. In the afternoon, the ship will sail to Paxos Island, whose unique natural harbor in Gaios creates a special island atmosphere. You can pass the evening hours in a cozy tavern in 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 town
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: Piraneus - Aegina Ilans - Palaia Epidauros, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 3: Epidauros - Isthmus of Corinth, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 4: Galaxidi - Delphi - Nafpaktos - Ithaca Island
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 from 2 pm. Dinner on board. Overnight stay in the harbor of Piraeus.

Day 2: Piraneus - Aegina Island - Palaia Epidauros, 22 mi. (35 km)
In the morning you sail to Aegina, the famous pistachio island. Here our first cycle tour takes us to the excellently preserved temple of Aphaia, which lingers high above and scouts over the lucent sea. Afterwards, return to the boat while cycling through the interior of the island and along Palaiochora and the monastery of Holy Nektarios. Back in Aegina town lunch is served on board and the cruise continues with a cross over to Palaia Epidauros.

Day 3: Epidauros - Isthmus of Corinth, 22 mi. (35 km)
From Palaia Epidauros today’s cycle tour takes you to the ancient sanctuary of the demi-god Asklepios. Here visit the best-preserved theater of Greece. In the afternoon, sail with the Panagiota through the Isthmus of Corinth, which was completed in 1893. Julius Caesar had already 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 approx. 258 mi./400 km long trip around the whole Peloponnese. If weather conditions are fine, the cruise continues to Galaxidi, otherwise overnight stay in Kiato near Corinth.

Day 4: Galaxidi - Delphi - Nafpaktos - Ithaca Island
In the morning a transfer picks you up at Galaxidi and takes us 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 you to the harbor of Nafpaktos. Your boat takes you on a longer crossing 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 us to Corfu town. 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: Island of Lefkas and Cephalonia, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 5: Ithaca Island - Galaxidi, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 28 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 town
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 crossing 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. On this crossing, 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 shipping magnate Aristotle Socrates Onassis. The night is spent in Nidri.

Day 4: Island of Lefkas and Cephalonia, 22 mi. (35km)
Today’s cycle tour takes you from Nidri to the nearby beautiful waterfalls. Later on, explore the South of Lefkas Island while riding to the picturesque harbor of Sivota. From there – if weather conditions are fine – sail to Porto Katsiki, one of the most famous beaches in Greece, where you can anchor for swimming. Finally cross over to Fiskardo, where you spend the night. The harbor town on the Northern point of Cephalonia charms visitors with its colorful houses and numerous cafés and bars along the picturesque harbor promenade.

Day 5: Ithaca Island - Galaxidi, 12 or 17 mi. (20 or 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. The ship awaits for a long sail to Galaxidi, where you arrive late at night and spend the night.

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 has already had plans 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. 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, 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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