Ithaca Exploration

Seeing the place gives you a better understanding of what you have read about it, it is clear why Ithaca, a rough and rugged land surrounded by magic and colorful coves, gave birth to the brilliant, resourceful, ingenious Odysseus. Schedule : ( Timetable are approximate) 07.30 Pick up Agia Efimia - At Bus Stop 07.45 Pick up Karavomilos - from Main Road 07.50 Pick up Sami - from Office and Port for Ithaca Ferry 08.00 Sami Port - cross sail 09.00 Piso Aetos 09.20-10.20 Vathy 11.00-11.30 Kathara Monastery 12.15-13.45 Kioni 14.00-14.45 Stavros 15.30 – 16.00 From Piso Aetos to Sami 16.15 Drop off Sami 16.30 Drop off Karavomilos 16.45 Drop off Agia Efimia

1. 1

   Port of Sami

   Why not take the opportunity and join us as we sail across Sami to visit our neighboring island of Ithaca; famous for its unspoiled traditional villages, charming picturesque fishing ports, and breathtaking natural beauty.

2. 2

   Maritime – Folklore Museum of Ithaca

   1 hour

   Together we will visit the capital of the island Vathy, where you can join the locals to take coffee at the main square, explore the quaint narrow streets or visit the local museum. As the home of the Greek King, Odysseus, Ithaca is stepped in Greek mythology ready for you to discover!

3. 3

   Ithaca

   30 min

   At the highest point of the island sits Kathara Monastery, which provides the perfect setting for you to take incredible photographs of the whole island before we head down to the idyllic town of Stavros;

4. 4

   Stavros

   45 min

   It is a typical village where you can truly appreciate the local charm of this amazing island, where it appears that time stood still. Some of the sights in Stavros are the beautiful church of Sotiras which stands in the central square of the village and the archaeological museum.

5. 5

   Kioni Harbour

   1.5 hours

   Lunch will be enjoyed in the harbor side town Κioni. Here you will be met with a wonderful choice of traditional taverns where you can have lunch next to the sea.

6. 6

   Frikes Harbour

   On our way back we will pass from Frikes Port.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.