Set sail from Zakynthos
8 Days Starting and ending in 37.776226,20.899576
Visiting: Greece
Tour operator:
Tour code:
608
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
Join us on a Greek adventure, exploring Zante and its neighbouring islands. We'll take you to beautiful bays, visit sea caves and local villages all whilst enjoying Greek hospitality onboard our traditional gulet.
We'll start our voyage from the Old Town of Zante, before sailing along the coast to the fishing village of Agios Nikolaos, which is located around a small harbour, dotted with small shops and tavernas. Leaving the island of Zakynthos behind, our next stops are Ithaca and its port townn of Vathi and the often overlooked island of Meganisi, where we'll take full advantage of the secluded beaches. Next, is the picturesque island of Kefalonia, known for having some of the very best beaches in Europe. On Kefalonia we'll make a number of stops in Fiskardo, Agia Efimia and Poros. Our final stop is the famous Shipwreck beach on the north coast of Zante, before we return to Zante Old Town where our voyage comes to an end.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Day 1: Embark In Zakynthos
Accommodation Name: For the first day, as it is the arrival day, we won’t embark from the port, at least not until 17:00,thus in case you have arrived prior to the embarkation and have some time left, we suggest you roam around Zante’s main port and enjoy some local Greek se
Day 2 : Day 2: Kefalonia - Agia Efimia
Accommodation Name: On day two, we will be heading to Kefalonia’s Agia Efimia, which is a traditional fishing village centered on a small harbor.It contains a number of taverns, bars and shops, a traditional wood-fired bakery, as well as tourist accommodations and local resi
Day 3 : Day 3: Ithaca And The Port Of Vathi
Accommodation Name: On day 3, we will head to Ithaca, and Vathi specifically, which is Ithaca’s most famous port.While in Vathi, you will have the chance to explore its famous local markets, which are packed with Greek products/foods, souvenirs and other “goodies”!Laying in
Day 4 : Day 4: Meganisi 'Big Island'
Accommodation Name: On day four, we leave Ithaca behind and we will sail to Meganisi, which many people do not know about, as this beautiful Island is often “overshadowed” by its complex main Island, Lefkada.That said, we will enjoy our lunch onboard, as usual and we will lo
Day 5 : Day 5: Fiskardo; Greece’S Best-Kept Secret
Accommodation Name: With white pebble beaches, striking blue seas and its lush green countryside, Fiskardo is one of Greece’s best-kept secrets.On the fifth day, we sail to Fiskardo!You can easily explore this town with a rental bike/car, bicycle or even on foot!Watch the fi
Day 6 : Day 6: Poros
Accommodation Name: With plenty of secluded bays and scattered sea caves with shallow waters, this part of Kefalonia is every explorer’s dream!Enjoy your lunch on the vessel, while we sail towards bustling Poros, the second-largest village on Kefalonia.Visit the pebbled Kano
Day 7 : Day 7: Shipwreck Beach: Return To Zante
Accommodation Name: Before we head back to Zante, we will visit the beautiful Shipwreck Beach and village on the east coast of the island, enjoying an onboard lunch on the way for some final sweeping sea views!We spend the night in the Marina of Zante Old Town, where we enjo
Day 8 : Day 8: Departure Day
Accommodation Name: As we have successfully cruised around Zante and its island complex, this is our departure day..We say goodbye to each other, take some last photos and head back!Hopefully, though, we will see you again. Until then, we wish you all the best!<STRONG> OVER
What's Included
What's Not Included
Accommodation
Gulets in Greece
Spending a few days on a traditional gulet (a handmade, motorised wooden yacht) is one of the highlights of exploring the Greek Islands. You can enjoy plenty of swimming and snorkelling and explore loads of natural and historical sites along the way. As you cruise you can sunbathe on the deck, or read a book or play games on the cushioned seating in the shadow of the aft deck.
Most of the gulets we use feature an interior salon/bar area, both indoor and outdoor eating areas, and a fully equipped galley. The gulets we use in Greece generally carry up to 25 passengers, in 9 cabins (on our Mykonos Gulet, we use a larger vessel carrying up to 46 passengers). All cabins have ensuite toilet & shower facilities. Single or twin bedded cabins are not generally available unless we have an odd number of people travelling so be prepared for a same-sex room share if you are travelling alone. This being said, many people choose to sleep under the beautiful Mediterranean sky on mattresses on the deck, and only use their cabins as a wardrobe.
The gulets we use are motorised pleasure craft with sails, and while they can manoevre under sail, the majority of the time the motor will be used. This is particularly the case during July and August when winds are very low. Strong winds also cause them to bank steeply and so time actually under sail is generaly very limited. These are not sailing vessels where you are expected to help with the rigging or take part in sailing as an activity. The gulets come with facilities for both outdoor and indoor dining. There are freezers to keep drinks cold, a CD/cassette player (so bring your music!), snorkels and masks, fishing lines and some board games. You will need to bring your own beach towel and other personal items with you. Charging points are available for your electronic devices in your cabin (you will need to bring an adapter).
Mode of Transport
Gulet Sailboat
Check out our Q&As
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is the itinerary set or can it change?
Gulet cruises and itineraries are subject to alterations while en-route or before departure. These are subject to the final decision of the boat captain and out of our control and may be made at short notice due to weather conditions, the number of other boats in certain bays or other practical reasons. The same overall experience will be maintained.
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Do I need to pay port charges?
Yes. Please note that port fees are not included in the cost of this trip, these amount to €80.00 per person. This will be collected at the start of your trip.
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Is travel insurance compulsory?
Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You are always able to change your travel date. However, some charges may apply depending on how long before your departure you make the change. Our flexible booking conditions and reduced charges will apply if you are changing date because of a Covid-19 reason or because your government is advising against travel to your destination. Please check our detailed booking conditions for full details.
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When is my balance payment due?
60 days prior to departure
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
On most of our group tours, solo travellers may choose to form a temporary 'tour bubble' and share a room with another traveller of the same sex in the group. If a room share is not available then a single room supplement may be payable, with the costs for these kept as low as possible. We have also removed compulsory single supplements from many of our tours, and are reducing the cost by 50% on s
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Can I transfer my booking to someone else?
Customers may transfer their booking or any Credit on File to another person who satisfies all the relevant conditions to the tour, provided that we are notified not less than 7 days before departure, and the transferee agrees to these booking conditions and all other terms of the contract between us. The Client and new booker are jointly and severally responsible for any outstanding payments and a transfer administration fee of GBP50 / USD75 / CAD100 / AUD100 / NZD100 / EUR75 / ZAR1000 / INR5000 or GBP100 / USD150 / CAD200 / AUD200 / NZD200 / EUR150 / ZAR2000 / INR10,000 if the transfer is made less than 60 days before departure. Important Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended or transferred after they have been confirmed (for example flight tickets, Gorilla Permits) and any alteration could incur a cancellation and rebooking charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of encounters travel charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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