CORFU to CORFU 7 Days Itinerary

Embarkation: CORFU DAY 1

CorfuCorfu

COUNTESS FLAMBURIARI has said “Corfu town is Venice and Naples, a touch of France and more than a dash of England, apart of course from be- ing Greek”. The town is a maze of narrow streets dominated by the 16th century fortress. Around every corner you can find a chapel, old mansion or secret garden square. The café at the Liston: built by the French in the same style as those in Rue de Rivoli, Paris; is probably the place to ‘people watch’ while enjoying a Ginger beer. The narrow streets radiating off from the Liston, house small shops of every commercial nature. Dominated by the ‘gold shops’. Corfiot craftsmen excel at designing and making Greek jewellery in gold - this coupled with reasonable prices it may tempt you. DAY 1 CORFU

SIGHTSEEINGS THE BYZANTINE TEMPLE OF SAINT SPIRIDON The church of Saint Spyridon was initially built in Sarocco square, Corfu Town. However, in 1590 it was erected in its present location. The church dominates all over the Old Town of Corfu, as its bell tower is the highest spot of the town and can be seen by the sea. The locals have deep faith in Saint Spyridon, who is considered the keeper of Corfu. ACHILLEION PALACE The Achillion Palace is ideally Achillion Palace located in the picturesque village of Gastouri. This magnificent Palace was built in 1890 exclusively for Elizabeth (Sissy), the former Empress of Austria, and was used to serve as the summer retreat of the Empress. When Sissy, passed away the palace was deserted, until it was bought by Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany. The impeccably landscaped palace garden is ideal for a quite walk while you can admire the artistically sculpted statues of the pantheon of Greek Achillion Palace Gods and Goddesses as well as the famous statues of the dying Achilles. PALACE OF ST. MICHAEL AND ST. GEORGE Originally the seat of the Order of Knights of Saint George and Saint Michael, was once a British governor’s mansion and a summer residence for the Greek Royal Family. Today it houses the Museum of Modern Art. -Tip: The palace sits above little Faliraki, DAY 1 CORFU with its tiny beach that’s perfect for a morning swim. It is also a great spot for a summer evening cocktail with views of the lit-up Old Fortress. MON REPOS Mon Repos Palace is a neoclas- sical building at the east of Corfu ancient city. It has been trans- formed into a museum and a his- Town Hall toric place with a large park full of archaeological treasures. Open-Top Bus Tour TOWN HALL The municipal building is situat- ed in Voulgareos road and over- looks one of the most beautiful public squares of the old town that in the past was the heart of the Corfu life. LISTON The Liston is an arched stone The Old Fortress colonnade in front of the Spiana- da. It is the heart of the diurnal and nocturnal life of the old town since there are a lot of nice res- Mon Repos Palace taurants and different snack bars to drink a coffee or an aperitif ad- miring this beautiful setting. THE OLD FORTRESS Built on a hill marking the eastern end of the city, the Old Fortress was started by the Byzantines and finished by the Venetians, when it was turned into an island. Walk over the canal, through the gates and on to the Church of St George. OPEN-TOP BUS TOUR Ride an open-top bus through the Corfu Old Town. Take the full route in 70 minutes and stop at any of the 7 stops at important historical and cultural monu- ments of Corfu along the way. Liston DAY 1 CORFU

RESTAURANTS ETRUSCO Etrusco restaurant is surrounded by a beautiful green garden from which the owner and chef of the restaurant finds the raw materials of vegetables, flowers and fruits which characterize every menu. Etrusco was The Venetian Well awarded “Best Restaurant in Greece for 2018” and also received “2 Golden Chef’s Cap The Venetian Well Awards”. LA CUCINA La Cucina, is a favourite meeting Trilogia point for those who claim that they only love good food. The open-air kitchen dominates the interior decoration, that generally is simple and warm whereas during the warm summer days the tables are lying on the pedestrian alley. THE VENETIAN WELL atmosphere and of course the The Venetian Well is one of the excellent wines and cuisine, will most historical and beautiful challenge your expectations! restaurants in Corfu town! The master chef, with 25 years Atmospheric, romantic, with of experience, invites you to open tasty horizons, overlooking savour the tasty Greek and The Venetian Well Mediterranean dishes with Etrusco the beautiful Kremasti Square, in front of the historical the finest and freshest local venetian well. Its cozy and ingredients in one of Corfu’s carefully decorated interior, most beautiful locations. combines good aesthetics PANORAMA with the building’s history and Panorama restaurant offers promises unique moments in the traditional Greek and summertime in one of the most Mediterranean cuisine daily picturesque squares of Corfu! for lunch or dinner as well as TRILOGIA stunning views from its terrace The romantic setting beneath as it overlooks the Ionian the ancient castle walls, the Sea. Needless to mention the magnificent sea view together beauty of the sunset will be with the friendly, unhurried mesmerising. DAY 1 CORFU

ACTIVITIES AQUA PARK WATER ACTIVITIES For the young ones we will sug- gest a day in the AquaLand. Re- With clean water and sur- OLIVE OIL-TASTING lax under the beautiful maple rounded by lush greenery, Visit the birthplace of the trees or enjoy the thrill of one of beaches in Corfu attract many multi-awarded winning and the parks multi slides in one of visitors every summer. Paleo- first health claim olive oil the best waterparks in Europe. kastritsa is the most famous in the world. The Dafnis beach resort, while other nice QUAD SAFARI Family, producers of “The beaches include Agios Gord- What better than see Corfu’s Governor”, will welcome is, Pelekas and Glyfada. Many beauties and traditions on a and introduce you to an Corfu beaches are organized Quad riding through the olive unforgettable olive oil and lined up with hotels, sea- covered hills and the picturesque experience. Learn all about side restaurants, water sports old villages. The tour will be led truths and myths of olive oil, centers, and beach bars. Ac- by a local expert guide, who is in from Olive Experts, taste one cording to your wishes the love with Corfu and knows the of the highest phenolic olive Captain can take you to the hidden parts of this beautiful oils in the world and receive most exciting location. island. a certificate of participation. DAY 2

Zakinthos

ZAKINTHOS is one of the largest and greenest islands in the southern Ionian Sea. The gods Artemis and Apollo chose it for their own holidays for its idyllic landscapes, for its marvellous sandy beaches and for its deep blue waters and marine caves, for its enchanting sunsets and its mild climate. One of the biggest attractions of the island is the sea turtle caretta - caretta which has used the island for millions of years as a place to lay eggs. The same is true for a type of rare seal, the Monacus-Monacus found of the southwest coasts of Zakinthos. Have a swim at the wide sandy beaches in the company of sea turtles, go snorkelling or if you wish scuba dive between rocks and in underwater caves. DAY 2 ZAKINTHOS

Navagio Beach

Marathonisi Islet Dionysios Solomos

SIGHTSEEINGS MUSEUM OF The church of SOLOMOS Agios Dionysios MARATHONISI ISLET The Museum of Dionysios The islet of Marathonisi Solomos, Andreas Kalvos is across from the beach and other Eminent Personal- of Keri, in Laganas bay. ities of Zakynthos are housed It is not a single island. It in a Neoclassical building includes two more small in the square of Saint Mark, islets called Pontikonisia. Its Zakynthos Town. On the perimeter is approximately ground floor of the museum one mile and can only be is the mausoleum and hosts reached by boat. Visitors the bones of the National must be very careful during Greek Poet, Dionysios Solo- their trip to Marathonisi mos, creator of the Nation- because this is a breeding al Greek Anthem, as well as place for the sea turtles those of poet Andreas Kalvos Caretta Caretta. Therefore, and his wife. The Museum of it is prohibited to go ashore, Dionysios Solomos but you can stay within 5 SHIPWRECK BEACH meters of a small beach so (Navagio Beach) that the reproduction of the Probably the most sea turtles is not harmed. photographed and, arguably, beautiful beach in all of CHURCH OF AGIOS Greece, Shipwreck Beach lies DIONYSSIOS in the so-called Smuggler’s The church of Agios Cove on Zakynthos’ west Dionysios, the protector coast. Made up of fine white of the island, is located pebbles backed by cliffs, the close to the port. It has an beach takes its name from impressive bell tower, the the wreck of a contraband tallest in the town, and hosts cigarette smuggling ship that the shrine of the saint. washed up in 1980. DAY 2 ZAKINTHOS

The Museum of Dionysios Solomos SIGHTSEEINGS BYZANTINE MUSEUM On the main square in Zakynthos Town, this pur- pose-built museum displays religious icons, frescoes, and sculptures from the island’s churches and monasteries, dating from the 12th century onwards. You will see Byzan- tine icons carved into wood and there are two rooms dedicated to 18th-century Askos Stone Park oil paintings. There is also a scale model of the town Blue Caves from around 1950, giving you some idea of how it looked before the devastating 1953 earthquake. BLUE CAVES Askos Stone Park On the northern tip of the island, at Cape Skinari, you will find the most spectacular so-called Blue Caves. Inside, the bright blue sea reflects Blue Caves the colour of the sky, which is mirrored off the walls of the caves and creates an absolutely magical azure and sapphire light scheme. ASKOS STONE PARK A must-do for animal lovers, Askos Stone Park is in the north of the island, close to the village of Volimes, 30 kilometers from Zakynthos Town. It is highly recommended for children — animals here include deer, raccoons, peacocks, and tortoises, as well as ponies, Askos Stone Park donkeys, goats, and chickens. DAY 2 ZAKINTHOS

Prosilio RESTAURANTS PROSILIO Prosilio is located next to the island’s brand new Solomos square, in the center of Zakynthos town. With a renewed menu and with its unsurpassed aesthetics be prepared to enjoy a new experience! The minimal interior with its open kitchen and warm welcome from its Prosilio people are just the beginning of a magical gastronomical ZAKANTHI journey. An excellent Zakanthi is a beautiful selection of more than 100 garden restaurant, that wine labels can be added serves creative Greek into the unique variety of cuisine. The interior is dishes, both from Greek cozy, with a relaxing and foreign vineyards. Here ambiance. A magical you can also serve a glass of environment with candles any wine with the Coravin and elegant touches, create method (allowing you to a warm atmosphere, that be poured a glass without you will not find easily uncorking the bottle.) elsewhere. You can also dine in Zakanthi’s green garden NOBELOS Nobelos and enjoy your meal, under The Seaside Lodge “Nobelos” the starry sky. Zakanthi is situated in the north of the island of Zakynthos, in BASSIA an idyllic setting only 500 The simplest dish is hundred metres from the transformed into a picturesque port of Saint delicacy, if, in addition Nobelos Nicholas in Volimes. The to salt and pepper, it is restaurant is built completely sprinkled with care for Bassia Restaurant from stone in the old those who will taste it… Zakynthian architectural This is what Bassia’s style and is a reminder of restaurant consider a the traditional mansions of successful recipe and this is Zakynthos. The restaurant their goal and their challenge dishes are mainly made with as well: to make every dish products grown from the with the greatest care for owner’s organic farm. those who will taste it. Zakanthi DAY 2 ZAKINTHOS

Porto Azzurro RESTAURANTS PORTO AZZURRO Porto Azzurro is an ideal choice for lunch by the sea. The view is enchanting and the cuisine will impress even the most demanding customers. All the guests Utopia Restaurant have the opportunity to sample gourmet dishes, made with fresh, local ingredients, by expert chefs. Porto Azzurro is a favourite meeting place for both Al Nur restaurant locals and visitors. UTOPIA RESTO Utopia Restaurant gives it’s guests the opportunity Utopia Restaurant to dine in an elegant and romantic atmosphere, with an outstanding view, especially at sunset. AL NUR GOURMET FOOD & COCKTAIL Al Nur restaurant is a culinary oasis in Vasilikos on Zakynthos island. Using the finest local ingredients from the gardens of Zante, the restaurants chef brings out the best Al Nur restaurant of the raw materials in Al Nur restaurant all their delectable glory. With dedication to the preparation process and close attention to detail, Al Nur is modernizing tradition, while respecting the uniqueness of each flavour, and stands out for its impressive dishes. Utopia Restaurant DAY 3

HOME OF ODYSSEUS, and perhaps Homer, this tiny island attracts sailors and holidaymakers from all over the world. Here you will discover the islands’ rich culture and the reason why Ithaca has such a special place in the hearts of those who live here and those who have visited its shores. Ithaca remains unspoiled by the modern world and clear blue seas and lush green valleys and Ithaca mountains are home to one of the friendliest communities in Greece. Its friendly people will do their best to make you feel welcome, and it is no coincidence that many return here year after year. Ithaca has something for everyone: Great beaches, hikes, boating trips, scuba diving, festivals and views, traditional food, entertainment, busy bars or quiet solitude. Even in the height of Summer you can find a secluded beach or a corner to contemplate your thoughts. DAY 3 ITHACA

SIGHTSEEINGS Odysseus Bust CHURCH OF SAVIOR CHRIST The lovely whitewashed church of Savior Christ is located on the tiny islet of Lazaretto, in front of Vathy port. This islet was converted into a prison in 1864 and it was demolished by earthquakes in 1953. The only remains on the island are trees Church of Cave of Loizos and a picturesque church that Savior Christ was built in 1668. Vathi Village interest that can be seen in the CAVE OF park of Stavros. Until 2011, THE NYMPHS when the statue of Odysseus Also known as Marmarospilia, was unveiled in Vathi, the port the Cave of the Nymphs is of Ithaca, the bust was the only where Odysseus hid the gifts depiction of the hero of Homer of the Phaeacians after his on the island. return from Troy. STAVROS VILLAGE CAVE OF LOIZOS The central village of the The Cave of Loizos was northern part of the island is a center of worship of the called Stavros and it has 325 Mycenaean civilization. It is residents. Here is located the located in northern Ithaca only elementary school of in the Bay of Poli. It was northern Ithaca, with students destroyed by an earthquake Stavros Village coming from all villages. In and now the Cave of Loizos the center of the village there remains underwater and is a small park with maps of inaccessible to visitors, Homeric Ithaca as well as nevertheless it is a great an effigy of the Odyssean location to swim. Palace. Stavros intrigued archaeologists for the possible ODYSSEUS BUST delimitation of the Homeric The bust of Odysseus, city and the Odyssean Palace. according to Homer, ingenious What the archaeologists did king of Ithaca, is located in discover, was a unique in the the park, in the central square Ionian Islands early helladic of Stavros, the largest village citadel, located on the hill of in northern Ithaca. The bust Pilikaton. Lastly, the entire of Odysseus is one of the fishing fleet of the region is attractions of archaeological concentrated here. DAY 3 ITHACA

Kioni Village Gidaki Beach

Sikinos Beach Kioni Village

SIGHTSEEINGS side and smaller on the sand to the east. The bay is open, ideal KIONI VILLAGE for swimming from one side It is, according to many, the to the other. Opposite you can most beautiful village of see one of the small islands of Ithaca, and many visitors Ithaca, Atokos. come to the island only to visit Kioni, as it is rightfully SKINOS BEACH one of the most famous Skinos beach is a long, narrow destinations of the Ionian and extremely calm beach with Sea. Small, roof-tiled houses, shiny pebbles, both small and beautifully colored, are built large. The sea at Skinos beach Sarakiniko Beach at the verdant hillside, full of has crystal waters and an cypresses and olive trees that emerald green tinge to it. The Kioni Village Sikinos Beach reach the sea. water and the rocky shoreline are superb for snorkelling GIDAKI BEACH activities. The landscape at Many consider Gidaki the Skinos is spectacular with best beach of Ithaca, while cypresses bordering the beach. it is often ranked among the best beaches in Greece! The SARAKINIKO BEACH turquoise blue waters and This beach boasts one of the the natural landscape with most brilliant natural settings the natural, lush vegetation with lush green surroundings impresses every visitor. Gidaki and emerald waters. It is very is wa pebbled beach with quiet and calm with a dazzling larger pebbles on the western sea and a pebbly beach. DAY 3 ITHACA

Ageri

Calypso Ageri RESTAURANTS AGERI The setting in Ageri is idyllic, Calypso you can watch the yachts sail by, the local fishing boats come in with their catch, the water glistening under the blue Ithacan sky or the moon KOCHILI rising over the windmill. Ageri Kochili is situated by the sea, offers modern variations of overlooking the beautiful and traditional Greek kitchen picturesque port of Vathy. dishes, using fresh and local This family-run restaurant is products. considered to be one of the most popular ones in Ithaca, YEFIRI because of its delicious and In Yefiri you will find dishes special dishes. with imagination, made with fresh local ingredients. Do not SIRINES forget to leave some room to The cuisine of Chef Nikos Sirines try their sweets! Kostopoulos includes local and international dishes, fresh CALYPSO and cooked salads, while not Calypso restaurant is located missing traditional recipes at the most picturesque port such as Strapatsada, clay pot of Ithaca, Kioni. At Calypso, lamb, rooster and more. Sirines you will find a wide variety of Odysseus dishes, both traditional and ODYSSEUS international, ranging from At the bayside tavern fresh fish and seafood to pasta “Odysseas” you will taste and meat dishes. Also, a wide fresh fish, delicious lobster variety of homemade desserts spaghetti, fish meatballs and is offered that are different fish soup, savory and many every day! other delicacies. DAY 4

Kefalonia

THE CAPTAIN WILL DROP anchor off one of the island’s spectacular beaches, for which Kefalonia is most famous for, so that you can swim in the beautiful crystal clear waters prior to heading for Fiskardo. The exotic beaches are among the largest, most picturesque and clean in all of Greece. Captain Corelli may have long since strummed the strings of his mandolin but the love affair with the Ionian Island he made his own is getting more powerful by the year. Kefalonia is the largest of the seven-island Ionian group. Kephalonians take a lot of pride in their homeland with tasteful buildings, balconies dripping with bougainvillea, and lovely mosaic pavements in the capital. In the early evening we will cruise to Fiskardo, the beautiful anad picturesque harbour on the Northern tip of Kefalonia. There are approximately 365 villages on this large and diverse island, Fiskardo is unique in that it was left virtually undamaged during the great earthquake of 1953, which ruined most of the historic buildings of the island. At night Fiskardo takes on an entirely different perspective. The lights, the old buildings, cafés, bars and restaurants all combine to provide a magical Mediterranean atmosphere. Of all the villages on Kefalonia, Fiskardo stands out as having a unique ambience, especially on a summer evening. DAY 4 KEFALONIA Lake Melissani SIGHTSEEINGS LAKE MELISSANI Surrounded by dense forestry, slope down to another miracle of nature in Kefalonia’s subterranean world and let your footsteps guide you to the cave of the nymphs. Beautiful waters with changing shades of blue as the sun sets, honey- like brown walls and countless stalactites will take your breath away and travel you to another, Fiscardo Village mythical and magical world. Melissani cave-lake gives off a Lake Melissani hills (mostly cypress and pine rum appeal, as inside the ‘B’- trees, lesser olive trees) meet shaped cave is a lake that has with the gleaming white- a small island, as well as trees pebble beaches. Fiscardo is and forests surrounding it. Its a cherished destination for two chambers, one sun-lit and celebrities seeking seclusion the other dark and ominous and anonymity. Also, some covered with stalagmites, algae scenes from the Hollywood film and moss, create a unique and “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” unforgettable picture. The Lighthouse where shot here. of Saint Theodore THE LIGHTHOUSE ASSOS VILLAGE OF SAINT THEODORE Assos Village Just north of the stunning One of the main attractions and Myrtos beach lays the tiny and trademarks of Argostoli is the secluded village of Assos, which lighthouse of Saint Theodore is one of the most beautiful which is located on a man- and picturesque villages of the made peninsula close to the island. Built amphitheatrically Argostoli village. It is the most around the homonymous romantic spot in Kefalonia and peninsula, it is surrounded by it is highly recommended. luscious green scenery and FISCARDO VILLAGE verdant forests. The village Surrounded by untamed, lush seems to be ‘lost in time’ and vegetation that almost reaches gives off an almost mystical the coastline, the village of atmosphere. Pretty coloured Fiscardo seems to be part of a houses nestling into the craggy dreamy landscape. It is a land hillside, dot the scenery with filled with contrasts, where colours beyond the dominating the rugged, heavily wooded blue and green. > DAY 4 KEFALONIA

SIGHTSEEINGS MYRTOS BEACH Multi awarded and renown, it stands at the top of the list of the best Greek beaches and ranks among the best worldwide, for more than ten consecutive years. DROGARATI CAVE More than 300 years ago, a strong earthquake revealed the entrance to a miracle of nature: Drogarati Cave, a work of art, an astonishing marvel of more than 150 million years old, crafted Myrtos Beach gradually by nature. Orange and yellow stalactites hang KEFALONIA WINERIES from the roof like curtains The wine tradition of Kefalonia while vitreous stalagmites Caretta Caretta dates from ancient times and emerge to form spacious continues until today. On a drive chambers. around the island, visitors shall meet many Kefalonia wineries, CARETTA CARETTA especially in the central and the On the island of Kefalonia southern part. One of the larg- there are quite a few beaches est wineries in Kefalonia is the where someone could Robola Cooperative, which is spot both Caretta Caretta open for visitors and has a small turtles and nesting points. open museum in the yard. The island is one of the northernmost nesting sites of sea turtles in the world. If you are lucky you can actually see a live breathing adult Caretta Caretta sea turtle at the Koutavos Lagoon in Argostoli. You can locate them near the De Bosset Bridge and alongside the harbour where sometimes they follow the fishermen and their boats and swim around in search for food. Drogarati Cave DAY 4 KEFALONIA

TASSIA Tassia restaurant is located in the beautiful harbour of Fiscardo with view to the mythical Ithaca. It provides the perfect environment to enjoy some of the island’s best food! All of the dishes at Tassia Restaurant are home cooked using the finest fresh ingredients such as olive oil, meat, fish, eggs and cheese which are purchased from local producers and most of the vegetables come from Sea Rock their own garden. Tratamento APAGIO In the picturesque harbour of Fiscardo, harmoniously pairing with the exquisite aesthetics of both interior & exterior spaces lays Apagio, a restaurant that is delivering successfully its unique environment & dining RESTAURANTS experience for precious and unforgettable events and IL BORGO occasions. Il Borgo, overlooking the Il Borgo south part of the island and OLD TIMES the Ionian Sea, promises This lovely restaurant located Old Times you a unique gastronomic in Skala, a picturesque experience. It has beautiful village in midst of serene and atmosphere and decor, beautiful settings, offers its magical views, well-presented guest spectacular view of the tasty dishes and great service. sea and the gentle sound of the waves. SEA ROCK With a relaxing atmosphere, TRATAMENTO friendly staff, amazing sea Tratamento fish tavern is views, Sea Rock invites you located in a unique place, to discover refreshing home where the sky and the sea cooked Greek cuisine with become one and the smells of seasonal and local flavours. spring excite the soul! DAY 5

Kastos/Meganisi

THE VERY IDEA of any location remaining truly undiscovered and unspoilt in the 21st century seems unlikely, to say the least. That such a location could be a small island off south western Greece, surrounded by opal seas and boasting lush green hills, isolated beaches, two quiet harbours and scarcely more than 50 permanent residents, would make the suggestion seem frankly far-fetched. Yet this is the reality of Kastos. Enjoy a day of swimming there, then visit Mitika during sunset whilst drinking tradaitional ouzo. In the evening we will move to Meganisi. The island of Meganisi is located just between Lefkada and the western mainland coasts of Greece. Vathy, where we will berth, is the most picturesque village of Meganisi island. DAY 5 KASTOS/MEGANISI

MEGANISI RESTAURANTS TILEVOES Authentic Greek and Italian dishes made from pure, fresh ingredients, in an elegant, simple environment with wonderful sea view. ERRIKOS Traditional fish tavern, right beside the sea. DAY 6 Lefkada IT IS SAID THAT LEFKADA has the best beaches in the Meditteranean Sea, with crystal clear water and steep rocky surroundings. Porto Katsiki, Kathisma and Egremni are of great natural beauty, while Agios Ioannis and Vassiliki are the best windsurfing spots. We will drop anchor off Nidri and from there we will take a short tender journey to the port of Nidri and Kalamos Island. Of course, a tour around Onassis’ island of Skorpios is also possible. DAY 6 LEFKADA

SIGHTSEEINGS THE CAPITAL OF LEFKADA The town of Lefkada is located on the northeast side of the island. The charming city nestles around a natural harbour, which is connected to the mainland by a narrow Waterfalls channel. Although many of Nydri buildings were destroyed mountains that abound in from the devastating The town of Lefkada The Lighthouse of Lefkas Lefkada are the source or earthquake in 1953, the many waterfalls that cascade entire city was reconstructed through the mountainous with an attractive terrain finally ending up in architectural value. the sea. One such gorgeous THE CASTLE cascading waterfall is the OF SAINT MAVRAS Dimossari waterfall that can This magnificent castle was be found on the outskirts of built in the 14th century. It Nydri. It ends up in fantastic has undergone extensive white rock a gorge. renovation and has been The town of Lefkada THE LIGHTHOUSE very well preserved to this OF LEFKADA day. It was built by the The Lighthouse of Lefkas erstwhile rulers of Sicily is ideally located in Cape with the primary goal of Ducato, which is on the protecting the old town. An Navagio Beach south side of the island. It elegant church dedicated to is one of the most preferred Agia Mavra is located here, scuba diving spots, as it and it comes alive during affords a depth of 40 meters the summer season with a and visibility of 30 meters. plethora of cultural events It is here that you will come that draw many visitors. across plenty of lobsters. WATERFALLS A word of advice for the OF NYDRI divers, if you are new to Lefkada has abundant diving, then obviously this underground water storage is not the place for you. The which is one of the principal currents are pretty strong reasons why a major and only experienced divers part of the island is lush The Castle should try this and that too with greenery. The high of Saint Mavras with an expert guide. DAY 6 LEFKADA

Egremni Beach

SIGHTSEEINGS

THE BEACH Porto Katsiki Beach OF EGREMNI The beach of Egremni is Egremni Beach a long sandy and pebbled SKORPIOS ISLAND Skorpios island is located beach with turqiose waters right across Nidri village with an amazing backdrop of in Lefkada. Despite its impressive cliffs. This amazing small size, this island has scenery characterises it as one become a true legend due of the most beautiful beaches to its impressive history. on the island. Verdant and bursting THE BEACH with life, Skorpios has been transformed OF PORTO KATSIKI from a strip of land in Porto Katsiki is one of the an unspoiled Paradise main beach attractions of to a hub for jet setters Lefkada and among the top and celebs. And the beaches in Greece and in power horse behind the Mediterranean. Abrupt this transformation has white cliffs form a wild yet been none other than the magnificent backdrop and Greek tycoon, Aristotle a unique antithesis with Onassis! Although the deep blue waters of the special permit is required Ionian. Lush vegetation to access Skorpios, travellers are welcome covers the surrounding area to gaze at its sparkling creating one of the most idyllic charms from on board. landscapes in the world. DAY 6 LEFKADA

Thymari

SIGHTSEEINGS LEFKAS WINERY Lefkas Winery is located in a beautiful area above Sivota. The winery is open to visitors and you can join an informative free tour, RESTAURANTS which lasts from 20 minutes to an hour, depending on your free time. THYMARI You can taste and even buy wines Thymari is a fine dining Greek from different, local selections, all restaurant and wine bar placed of which are made of high-quality in the historical center of grapes. The winery’s premises Lefkada town. It offers a blend include a museum of olive oil and of modern and traditional you can admire an olive press, too. cuisine with top quality ingredients and a winelist of Veranda more than 150 choices. VERANDA Imagine tables for two on a floating platform above the illuminated sea of Nikiana, round tables for large groups by the sea or cozy low tables by the fire. This is the setting for a most romantic dinner at the elegant restaurant of NV Beach. DAY 7

Paxos PAXOS covers an area of 19 square kilometres and is one, of a cluster of picturesque small islands set in the Ionian Sea. It has no airport, can only be reached by ferry boat and recently by Sea Plane, and therefore, has been able to protect itself from the strain of modern tourism. Paxos is an island of endless olive groves and Anti Paxos one large vineyard. The eastern coastline of the islands is gentle compared to the west coast which is bold and abrupt, with caves, arches and sheer cliffs. The capital of Paxos is Gaios a picturesque village built around a port which is protected by two small islands Agios Nikolas and Panagia. On the Northern side is the village of Lakka and on the east side is the very charming village of Loggos. You will find the pace is still unhurried, very relaxing with genuine friendly Greek hospitality at its best. Finally, there is also Gaios. Known more recently as millionaires’ paradise, place of the rich and famous. A bustling little town, filled with shops, bars and restaurants. DAY 7 PAXOS

SIGHTSEEINGS waters, located on the northeast side of Antipaxos THE CAPITAL Island. It is one of the most The Settlement of Gaios is the beautiful beaches of Greece capital of Paxos located on the distinguished for its tropical east side of the island. It is one sceneries and its verdurous of the most beautiful harbours vegetation. of the Ionian Sea. Traditional houses combined with Ionian CAPE EREMITES architecture spread around the The Cape of Erimites is one natural bay that surround the of the most beautiful locations satellite isles of Agios Nikolaos of Paxi located on the west and Panagia. The charming side of the island. When Voutoumi Beach settlement has managed the sunlight reflects on the to preserve its traditional Thermal crystalline waters, it creates an character. Springs astonishing iridescence effect. THE CASTLE THERMAL SPRINGS The thermal springs of OF AGIOS NIKOLAOS Gaios The Castle of Agios Nikolaos Paxos have been known for their therapeutic uses since is located on the summit of Diving the isle of Agios Nikolaos that antiquity. They have healing shelters the harbour of Gaios. powers for various symptoms The castle was constructed including rheumatic and skin diseases. from the Venetians from 1423 The Castle of to 1510 according to the Agios Nikolaos DIVING designs of Leonardo da Vinci. EXPLORATIONS Today traces of the defensive Incomparable natural beauty wall, a watchtower, the arsenal meets ocean myths and and some cannons are the sole legends. The Greek waters significant remains. are an exciting world full PAXOI MUSEUM of mysteries! The brilliant On the waterfront in Gaois, colours of the seabed, the the Paxos Museum is housed diversity of marine life and Museum in the former school building, the underwater seascapes of dating to 1906. The exhibits Paxoi are just a dive away from offer a small but engaging being discovered. The cave timeline of human habitation of Angelos, the reef of Agrila, on Paxos. the rock of Petritis. the cave of seals, the cathedral cave, the VOUTOUMI BEACH isle of Mogonisi are some of The beach of Voutoumi is a the interesting diving spots sandy beach with turquoise found in Paxoi. DAY 7 PAXOS

AKIS LA ROSA Akis Fish Bar & Restaurant In a beautiful courtyard, is situated just a few drowned in roses, jasmines meters from the sea, at a and petunias, next by to the beautiful location on Lakka sea, you will find this Italian harbour. It’s menu is full of restaurant. Fresh fish and Mediterranean flavours, seafood, well cooked fillets Vasilis like fresh seafood, octopus and of course Italian flavours carpaccio, grilled fish and a with emphasis on pasta from variety of homemade pasta. Rosa’s menu. Be sure to leave room for some of the great CARNAYO Italian desserts! Carnayo is an ideal place to relax and enjoy a warm BOULOUKOS welcome. It is housed in a Bouloukos is a traditional traditional building with tavern that offers Greek Akis stone and wooden details, cuisine on the beach. Among surrounded by a charming olive trees, Bouloukos garden full of flowers, among RESTAURANTS maintains the Greek tradition olive trees. The menu through authentic flavours VASSILIS features a number of local and delicious recipes prepared Vasilis restaurant is a place specialties from both Corfu from the freshest ingredients. that awakens memories of and Paxos, all of which are The menu includes fresh fish Akis the past and creates new ones carefully prepared with and seafood as well as stews, for the future. The cozy space excellent ingredients. risotti, pasta and grilled meat. inside the restaurant, the beautiful outdoor tables and Bouloukos the view of the small harbour in Loggos create a welcoming atmosphere, offering Greek traditional dishes, which are Erimitis made with the finest and freshest ingredients of Paxos island. ERIMITIS Carnayo Erimitis Bar & Restaurant is one of the most popular Bouloukos locations on Paxos island. It is an ideal place to have a gourmet dinner or a cocktail while gazing at the sun falling into the Ionian Sea in the evening hours. DAY 8 Disembarkation CORFU