From Nidri or Vasiliki on Lefkada, full-day cruises head to the neighbouring islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca. It is the easiest way to see two of the Ionian’s prettiest harbours without catching ferries.
Typical itinerary
- Morning departure from Lefkada.
- Swim stop at a turquoise beach on the Lefkada or Kefalonia coast.
- Free time in Fiskardo, a village of Venetian houses that survived the 1953 earthquake.
- Visit to Kioni or Frikes on Ithaca, with its picture-postcard harbour.
- Return to Lefkada in the early evening.
Who it is for
Curious travellers, families and lovers of history and mythology: Ithaca is the homeland of Odysseus in the Odyssey. The boat is spacious with a bar on board, and the open-sea crossing can be a little bumpy in wind.
What to bring
- Swimwear, towel and sunscreen.
- Cash for lunch in Fiskardo.
- A light jacket for the return.
Best time to go
May to October. The maestral wind tends to blow in summer afternoons, so early departures make the most of calmer seas. June and September combine good weather with quieter harbours and pleasant sea temperatures.
Included
- Full-day cruise
- Stops in Fiskardo and Ithaca
- Swim stop
- Passenger insurance
FAQs
Where does it leave from?
Nidri or Vasiliki depending on the day; confirmed on booking.
Will I get seasick?
There are open-sea stretches; if you are prone to it, ask your pharmacist beforehand.
How long in each harbour?
Usually 1–2 hours in Fiskardo and about 1 hour on Ithaca.
