Kefalonia Island Discovery Week

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in authentic Greek island culture and cuisine on a lunch with the locals
  • Discover hidden caves, multi-coloured lagoons and beautiful beaches on a sailing tour
  • Visit harbour-front tavernas on an itinerary with free time built in to relax
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What you'll do

Overview

Head to the beautiful island of Kefalonia for a unique week's holiday that will immerse you in the authentic cuisine and culture of the island on a cooking experience with locals, take you to typical tavernas and hidden caves on a sailing expedition, and leave you plenty of time to relax.

*based on two people travelling in May 2023

Kefalonia is in the Ionian Sea, west of mainland Greece and is marked by sandy coves and dry rugged landscapes. Its capital, Argostoli, is built on a hillside overlooking the narrow harbour.

Over the next eight days, you will spend your time on this island paradise not simply lying on the beach (although there will be plenty of time for that), but also discovering authentic Greek culture and cuisine, and getting off the beaten track to places many tourists would miss entirely.

You’ll visit the small, offbeat village of Kourouklata, where you’ll get to experience first-hand what local life in the village is like, and enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the locals with a feast made entirely with local produce.

Enjoy a day cruising the ionian sea that takes in magical caves, lagoons, beaches and harbours crowded with atmospheric tavernas and fishing boats, on a day trip that’ll show you the very best of Kefalonia and allow you to enjoy that quintessential Greek activity of cruising around on boats.

With plenty of time to relax, head to the beach or simply read your book by the pool, this Greek island holiday is perfect for anyone on the hunt for a week to recharge, with some unique, local activities thrown in.

Arrival Day

when you land at the airport on Kefalonia, you will be met by your driver who will take you directly to your accommodation where you have some time to settle in, relax and refresh.

Spend your free evening exploring the local area or simply chilling by the pool, as you bask in the laid back atmosphere of this quiet corner of Greece.

 

 

Accommodation

Meditarranee Hotel or similar

Set just above a small sandy beach, the Mediterranee Hotel Kefalonia is equipped with all the facilities of a 4* Hotel. Situated in the southwest side of Kefalonia Island and specifically in the tranquil surroundings of the Lassi coastline just 2km from Argostoli, the capital city of Kefalonia.

Meals 

Breakfast

Local Cooking Experience

Your journey begins after your morning hotel pick up, when you will drive through the breathtaking scenery of Argostolis bay, where crystal clear waters meet dark green pine trees, and the picturesque town can be seen from stunning panoramic views.

Once you have arrived in the tucked-away village of Kourouklata, you will be welcomed by locals with an authentic Greek traditional delicacy to prepare your taste buds for what follows.

The village is famous for its classical houses, wonderful views, and friendly locals with whom you will have the opportunity to interact to embrace their culture and lifestyle.

This authentic feast begins when you enter the acclaimed house of Lykos, where Mrs. Stavroula will welcome you in to cook, taste and experience real Kefalonian hospitality.

Taste incredible local products including freshly grown vegetables made into delicious Greek recipes, locally pressed olive oil, local wine, and many more local delicacies. She will share her recipes and stories of the true Kefalonian lifestyle as you enjoy her mouthwatering  authentic Greek cuisine!

After your experience you will be transferred back to your hotel, and the rest of the day will be free for you to enjoy as you please.

Accommodation

Meditarranee Hotel or similar

Meals 

Breakfast & lunch

Free Day

Today, feel free to explore Kefalonia at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely lie in, head out to explore the local area, find yourself one of the islands many beautiful beaches to relax on, or simply spend your day chilling by the pool at your hotel.

No matter what your plans for the day are, your local host will be more than happy to recommend where to go, what to do, or where to eat and drink so that you are always making the most of your time on the island.

 

Accommodation

Meditarranee Hotel or similar

Meals

Breakfast

A day cruise round Kefalonia

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel, and taken to the harbour to join a group embarking the wooden sailing boat to begin your day exploring this magical Greek island.

Your first stop will be at the the caves at Drogarati crammed with stalagmites and stalactites.

You will sail across to Melisanni, to a beautiful underground lagoon where the sunlight changes the waters from blue to green to purple.

Then you will moor at Agia Efimia – a colourful, tranquil village- which is located in a  pretty bay on the east side of the island.

This is a popular place for sailing boats to anchor and the bars and restaurants of the bay have a cosmopolitan feel. You’ll have time to  relax here in the pretty harbour from which there are superb views over to Kefalonia’s sister island Ithaca.

Discover the fishing village of Fiskardo, with time to grab a bite at one of its painted waterfront tavernas. Your final stop will be at   your Myrtos beach, made famous by the movie Captain Corelli’s Mandolin.

At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel for the evening.

Accommodation

Meditarranee Hotel or similar

Meals 

Breakfast

Free Days

On your final few days explore Kefalonia at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely lie in, head out to explore the local area, find yourself one of the islands many beautiful beaches to relax on, or simply spend your slow, easy days chilling by the pool at your hotel.

No matter what your plans for the rest of your holiday are, your local host will be more than happy to recommend where to go, what to do, or where to eat and drink so that you are always making the most of your time on the island.

 

Accommodation

Meditarranee Hotel or similar

Meals 

Breakfast

Departure Day

At the end of your time in Keflanoia, your driver will pick you up from your hotel, and transfer you to the airport at whatever time you need to catch your return flight home.

We hope you have had an incredible time in the Greek islands, and are returning home feeling relaxed and recharged, and have enjoyed some unique, local experiences you wouldn’t have found if you had travelled independently.

What's included

Included

  • Airport private transfers to/from the hotel
  • Roundtrip transfers for the tours
  • 7 nights accommodation at Mediterranee Hotel or similar in Kefalonia on BB basis
  • Cooking class and lunch experience
  • Discover the island of Kefalonia excursion
Your local host

Eleni Moraiti

We design holidays to suit all travellers’ requirements, showcasing the real Greece, creating “off the beaten track” itineraries and relaxing indulgent beach stays for discerning. Our skilled and passionate team is is committed to making your stay in Greece the best it can be, so you can relax and enjoy your holidays and experience the real Greece in style.

We design holidays to suit all travellers’ requirements, showcasing the real Greece, creating “off the beaten track” itineraries and relaxing indulgent beach stays for discerning. Our skilled and passionate team is is committed to making your stay in Greece the best it can be, so you can relax and enjoy your holidays and experience the real Greece in style.

Location

The holiday takes place on the west coast of Kefalonia, the largest of the Ionian islands and by far one of the most beautiful. Characterised by a rugged, virtually untouched interior and a coastline made up of limestone cliffs, white-sand beaches and small fishing villages.

Your holiday starts when you’re picked up from the airport in Kefalonia and taken to your accommodation for the duration of your week here, situated just 2km from the centre of the island’s capital, Argostoli.

At the end of the week, you will be transferred back to the airport from your hotel.

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