Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary

Athens, Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Lefkada (13 days)

  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Zakynthos island - Shipwreck
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Zakynthos island - Zakynthos town
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Zante or Zakynthos island
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Lefkada island - Porto Katsiki beach
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Lefkada island
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Lefkada island - Ionian sea
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Kefalonia island - Kefalonia town
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Kefalonia island - Ionian sea
  • Ionian Blue, Greek Island Hopping Itinerary
    Kefalonia island - Melisani Lake

Overview:



Greek Island hopping itinerary including Athens, Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Lefkada. Visit the beautiful islands of the Ionian sea with the crystal blue waters and white sand beaches. Picturesque sceneries, history and tradinional villages combined to offer you a memorable trip.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Athens
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Zakynthos island
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Kefalonia island
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Lefkada island
  • Air tickets Athens to Zakynthos
  • Ferry tickets Zakynthos- Kefalonia - Lefkada
  • Air tickets Lefkada to Athens
  • Morning Athens guided city tour
  • All transfers as mentioned
  • Daily breakfast
  • Entrance fees during guided sightseeing
  • 24 hour assistance phone number
  • All taxes

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
  • Travel insurance
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities


Itinerary



Day 1: ATHENS
Upon arrival in Athens you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 2: MORNING ATHENS GUIDED CITY TOUR
The striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Tomb of the unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution  Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library. In contrast,  conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 3: ATHENS / ZAKYNTHOS
At the indicated time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Zakynthos island. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 & 5: ZAKYNTHOS
Days at your leisure to explore this beautiful island.
Zante the third in size of the islands of the Ionian Sea, the green island of poetry, of song and love, the native land of Dionisios Solomos, the writer of the Greek National Anthem. Rich in beauty and tradition, both historical and cultural, Zante is ideal for all travelers with an exploring mind.
Day 6: ZAKYNTHOS / KEFALONIA
At the indicated time you will be transferred to the port for your ferry to Kefalonia. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 7 & 8: KEFALONIA
Days at leisure to explore the unique beauty of Kefalonia’s beaches as well as its history.
A truly verdant island surrounded by the emerald waters of the Ionian Sea, Kefalonia is the island of mysteries and peculiarities. According to the legend, harmless snakes go to the church of Virgin Mary on 15th August every year and that Agios Gerasimos, the patron saint of the island, sometimes has sea weed on his feet because he visits the neighbouring islands. It is true though that on the island of Kefalonia there are goats with golden teeth, loggerhead turtles greet the tourists in the lagoon of Koutavos in Argostoli and Mount Aenos is black instead of green.
Day 9: KEFALONIA / LEFKADA
At the indicated time you will be transferred to the port for your ferry to Lefkada. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 10 & 11: LEFKADA
Days at leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches and the emerald waters.
Lefkada is an endless coastline, with thousands colours and a landscape that combines idyllic and rugged scenery. Picturesque sceneries and exciting secrets in every corner of the island await for visitors to explore.
Day 12: LEFKADA / ATHENS
At the indicated time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Athens. Upon arrival transfer to your selected hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 13: ATHENS / AIRPORT
According to your departure flight you will be transferred to the airport.

 

Optional Tours

CAPE SOUNION
Half-Day (Afternoon)
From Nov 1 to Mar 31 - Every Mon-Wed-Fri & Sat
From Apr 1st to Oct 31st - Daily
Dep.: 3:00pm – Ret.: 7:00pm

Driving along the coastal road past the wonderful beaches of GLYFADA, VOULIAGMENI, VARKIZA and countless coves, one has a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf. A crowning feature of the tour Cape SOUNION, dominated by the spectacular Temple of POSSEIDON overlooking the Aegean sea.(Oct 1 to Mar 31 - ½ hour earlier)

 
ATHENS BY NIGHT
Night Life
From Nov 1st to Mar 31st - Every Thu & Sat
From Apr 1st to Oct 31st - Daily
Dep.: 8:30pm - Ret.: around midnight

 
Starting our evening tour with a pleasant panoramic drive through illuminated city center and we will approach the slope of the sacred hill to admire the illuminated Acropolis.
Then we will visit the museum of Ancient Greek musical instruments and discover the music history of Greece. Explore the greatest and only collection with 60 reconstructed Ancient Greek Musical instruments.
Next we will walk through the narrow pedestrian street of Plaka, the old city of Athens, to dine in a Greek typical restaurant with floor folklore show with live music, ballet with dancers in traditional costumes
N.B. Drinks at the taverna are not included.

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