Ithaca Cruise to Vathy & Gidaki beach with swim stops
Description
The legendary island of Homer and Odysseus is a must destination. Our first stop will be in the capital town of Vathi, you will feel the nostalgic atmosphere, visit museums and enjoy coffee or shopping in the alleys and back streets of a traditional Ionian town. We will continue on to our swim stop at Gidaki beach which is only accessible by boat! Swim in the crystal clear waters! Our last stop of the day will be at the picturesque village of Kioni known for its charming seaside taverns & many more!
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Gidaki Beach is a secluded, boat-accessible paradise on Ithaca, renowned for its **crystal-clear turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs, and peaceful, untouched surroundings**—perfect for swimming and soaking in natural beauty.
Vathi village is the largest village of Ithaca and has been the capital and main harbor of the island since the 16th century. Here you can shop at the local market or relax next to see the side with your coffee & snack
Kioni village is the picturesque traditional village of Ithaca. It was built amphitheatrically on the slopes of a mountain, with little tiled roofed white houses and a lovely little port where little fishing boats are quietly mooring.
Filiatro Beach on Ithaca is a hidden coastal gem featuring calm, turquoise waters and a peaceful, sandy shoreline, making it an ideal swim stop to relax, refresh, and enjoy the serene Ionian surroundings.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note for travelers when you book. Provide us your Nationality for port authority regulations.
Reviews(4)
This was just a trip to the airport with Nicolas. He was really friendly and helpful.
Thanks for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience with Nicolas. Providing friendly, reliable, and helpful service is what we strive for, even on a simple airport transfer. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We hope to welcome you back to Kefalonia again soon! Kind regards, The Kefalonia Excursions Team
My daughter and I had an amazing cruise to Ithaka. Stunning scenery, great swimstops and crew. Our guide Rosa was amazing, she was so vibrant, friendly and organised, we couldn't have asked for more!! Yamas!
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you and your daughter had such an amazing cruise to Ithaka and enjoyed the stunning scenery, swim stops, and the service provided by our crew. A special thank you for your kind words about Rosa. Her vibrant personality, friendliness, and dedication to ensuring everything runs smoothly make her a valued member of our team, and we will be sure to share your compliments with her. Thank you for choosing Kefalonia Excursions. We hope to welcome you both back for another unforgettable day at sea in the future. Yamas!
Booked to go on the Ithaca cruise. It was exceeded our expectations. Communications were clear and started by us receiving a text confirming time and place to meet (8am). We travelled from Lassi to Agia Effimia by mini bus. It was modern, clean and the driver was polite and careful. Arrived at the marina with time for a coffee then onto the boat. The cruise took a whopping 9 hrs travelling around the island. There were 4 stops which included an hour and half for lunch and two beautiful swims lasting 40 mins each. Then back home to Lassi for 6.30pm. A perfect day. The only improvement we would suggest is that we could have been treated to a number of short Greek stories to inform us about the history and mythology of Greece and the island. But overall, outstanding.
Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that your Ithaca cruise exceeded expectations and that you enjoyed the entire experience — from the clear communication and comfortable transfer to the relaxing boat trip and beautiful swim stops. It’s wonderful to know you had such a perfect day exploring the island. We also truly appreciate your suggestion about including more stories on Greek history and mythology during the cruise. That’s a fantastic idea, and we’ll certainly share it with the team as a way to make the experience even more enriching for future guests. Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day in Kefalonia!
The staff were very helpful and friendly and made booking very easy. Got all the info we needed. Highly recommended for kefalonia excursions! :)
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our staff made your booking experience smooth and provided all the info you needed. It's always great to know that our guests had a positive experience with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope you had an unforgettable time on your Kefalonia excursion! :) Hope to see you again soon!
