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Discover legendary Ithaka - mythical home of Odysseus - combining scenic cruise and guided tour!
Sail across sparkling Ionian waters and stop at isolated Gidaki Beach for swimming in crystal-clear turquoise paradise accessible only by boat.
Explore Vathy, the elegant capital with neoclassical architecture. Wander through museums, churches, and traditional shops.
Enjoy extended free time in picturesque Kioni village - one of Greece's most beautiful harbors. Dine at waterfront tavernas serving fresh seafood while admiring stunning bay views.
Journey to mountainous Stavros village, connected to Odysseus' palace. Taste famous "Rovani" dessert and admire the hero's bust.
Your passionate guide shares captivating stories of Homer's Odyssey and Greek mythology. This unique land-and-sea adventure perfectly balances guided exploration with beach relaxation and authentic island experiences.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
After you choose your pickup point, we will contact you to confirm your exact pickup time and location.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- If you enter your accommodation name, we'll assign the nearest pickup point
- For hotels in remote areas, we can arrange private transfer to the nearest pickup point (additional fee applies - we'll contact you with pricing)
- All pickups are scheduled to arrive at Sami Port for 09:00 AM ferry departure
Please ensure your contact details are accurate so we can reach you promptly.
REQUIRED FOR FERRY BOARDING:
Passport number and date of birth for each passenger (as per Greek Port Authority regulations).
Ferry Departs At 08:00
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Starting our day, we take the lovely drive towards “Sami” Port and we board the ferry-boat to Piso- Aetos port in Ithaka.
Admission ticket free -
1Vathy
Our first stop is to the capital of the island, the little town of “Vathy”, where we have a stop to visit the museums & churches, go shopping and have some free time to explore & enjoy the town. Then, we board our boat for the cruise part of our excursion. Leaving "Vathy" we pass by the charming "Lazaretto" island situated in the center of Vathi bay.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Cruising on the sparkling waters of the Ionian sea we reach the amazing little beach of "Gidaki" for our swim stop. There we spend about half-an-hour swimming, sunbathing and enjoying ourselves surrounded by crystal clear aquamarine waters and lavish green scapes.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kioni
Continuing our excursion, we set course towards the charming “Kioni Bay” to have lunch
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Stavros
After Kioni village, we take our bus again and passing by the village of Frikes, we head towards our last stop - the village of “Stavros”. There we have a stop to taste the delicious local dessert "Rovani" and admire the bust of Odysseus, the old church of “Sotiros” (Savior) as well as the beautiful “Polis Bay” a beach of great beauty. Finishing our tour, we reach back to “Piso Aetos” port for the ferry ride back to our base after a day of mythological splendor.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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