Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This unique tour will let you expirience the mythical land of Ithaca, home of the mythological hero Odysseus, one of the greatest heroes of the Trojan War. Learn about its history and traditions. Explore all the beauties of this island. Walk the narrow streets and swim the light blue sea with the breathtaking view of Ithaca. Enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine and the fresh fish that you can find. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience from which you will be filled with joy and excitement.
What's included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Ferry tickets from Sami to Ithaca and return
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Snacks
Guide - The Guide is Optional . If you choose a guide please contact us to arrange it.
Gratuities
What to expect
Port of Sami
1h · Admission ticket included
This is the port of departure. Once we make the pick-up we will head there and from there to Ithaca by Ferry Boat.
Pass by
This is the port of arrival . The port of pisaetos . From there the journey will begin to explore Ithaca.
Vathy
2h
We first of all make our way to the capital town of Vathy where you have time for shopping, an ideal opportunity to purchase some of the hand made lace produced by the local ladies or to pay a visit to the towns archaeological or folklore museums.
1h
Here the Monastery of Panagia Katharon is located on the Mt. Neritos at a height of 600 meters (1,967 feet), with its spectacular views to the whole of the Southern part of Ithaca.
1h
The village of Anoghi with its renowned church of Panagia, known to have renovated to its current form at the end of the 17th century but believed to be dating back to the 12th century. The church is dedicated to Panagia and its interior features notable and impressively preserved Byzantine frescos.
2h
Υou continue to the village of Stavros (distance 5 km.). This is the biggest town in the northern part of the island, having Ulysses’ effigy in the main square, and an interesting archaeological museum. The findings of the excavations that took place in the area are exhibited here and you will have the chance to have a short liik at this small yet most interesting collection dating from the Mycenean and Corinthian Periods.
2h
You will then continue further to the north, to the piscturesque village of Kioni (distance 5 km.). This traditional settlement is one of the loveliest in Ithaca with typical houses built amphitheatrically round a small wind protected cove. Here, you will have some free time to explore the souvenir shops or quaint cafes, before boarding your vehicle for the return trip back to the port of Piso Aetos
1h · Admission ticket included
From Kioni we will head back at Pisaetos port so the journey back home will begin.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Please contact us to arrange pick-up details.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A guide can be provided after communication with us
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
