IONIAN ISLANDS: Athens – Olympia – Kyllini – Zakynthos – Kefalonia 9 DAYS by bus / plane

A stay in the Ionian Islands: the sun and the sea. They are famous for their exotic beaches, the unique nature and the picturesque ports. A first stop in Athens and then in Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Enjoy activities, local specialties of Greek cuisine, shopping and nightlife. Complete package that includes 8 nights’ accommodation in a hotel of your choice with breakfast, transfers, guided visits and ferry tickets.

​Highlights: Athens (Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Monastiraki, Thissio, Temple of Olympian Zeus, historical center), Olympia (ancient stadium, Olympic Museum, Temple of Zeus, Archeological Museum), Zakynthos (cruise at Bohali), Kefalonia (Lake Melissani, Venetian castle at Assos, Argostoli)
 Day 1: Athens
Upon arrival in Athens International Airport, transfer to the hotel. You will have the day free to explore the city of Athens and its numerous cultural and historical places of interest, such as the Acropolis, the temple of Zeus, the unique Acropolis museum, the Ancient and Roman Agora. You can also walk around Filoppapou hill, visit the flea market in Monastiraki and enjoy a cup of coffee/tea in one of the beautiful cafes in Thisio. (If you wish to enjoy a guided walking or bike tour of the city, please contact us).
Day 2: Athens – Olympia
Walk in the city for shopping or visit some museums and evening transfer to Olympia. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 3: Olympia – Kyllini
Visit the archaeological site and museum home of the original Olympic Games in antiquity. Transfer to Kyllini. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 4: Zakynthos
Ferry to Zakynthos island. Dinner and overnight in Zakynthos.
DAY 5: Zakynthos island tour
Morning cruise to « Navagio », lunch in tavern. Visit of the ruins of the medieval fortress of Bokhali. Dinner and overnight in Zakynthos.
DAY 6: Kefalonia
Ferry to Kefalonia island. Free time in the evening. Dinner and overnight in Kefalonia.
DAY 7: Kefalonia island tour
Discover the Mycenaean tombs of Lakithra, the caves of Melissani and Drongorati, the Mont Ainos with its panorama, the imposing Venetian fortress, the village of Fiskardo and visit Argostoli, the capital of the island. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 8: Kefalonia – Zakynthos
Ferry to Zakynthos and visit of the Blue Caves. Discovered in 1897, the blue caves can be found on the northern tip of Zakynthos not far from Cape Skinari. Famous for their beautiful shade of blue sea and rock formations. Greece is the only European country that choose turtles (Caretta Caretta) for their nest. Zakynthos is the most important nesting area of turtles in the Mediterranean. The National Marine Park of Zakynthos has the objective to preserve the natural environment. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Day 9: Zakynthos – Athens
After breakfast departure for Athens. Ferry from Zakynthos to Kyllini. Transfer to the airport.
PACKAGE includes
► Hotels category 3-4* on Half board basis
► Guided visits of the islands
► Arrival and departure transfers with assistance.
 PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
► gratuities
► Personal expenses
► Additional services
► Optional excursions and visits
► What is not mentioned at the included


 
 
PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM 

Single supplement 40%