Ionian Islands Relaxing Escape

Day 1 - Arrive in Greece

No matter what time your flight arrives, there is always something to do in Athens. The city is alive 24/7! As one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens has many ancient and modern wonders to explore. Walking through the cobblestones of Plaka and Monastiraki you will get your first look at the Acropolis! Later on, you will enjoy dinner at one of Athens’ best rooftop restaurants.

Accommodation: 5*- 4* hotel or an Airbnb
Activities: Visit the center of Athens
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Welcome to Paxos!

You will arrive at Paxos in the early afternoon. You can have an aperitif in Gaios, the capital of Paxos, a charming port town, that spreads itself along the waterfront. There is definitely a renaissance vibe going around. Your first dinner will be at one of Paxos’ best restaurants.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activity: Evening Tour in Gaios
Meals: Dinner

Day 3 - Culture & History

If you are a history lover, Paxos is a great place to expand your knowledge. You will start your day with a delicious breakfast in Gaios, and a short 3 minutes’ walk later, you will be at the Historical and Folklore Museum of Paxos learning more about the cultural traditions of the island. Staying in Gaios, you will also visit Leonardo da Vinci’s castle. Later on, you will have lunch at a local traditional tavern. After lunch, your tour will continue with a visit to the Olive Museum.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities:
- Visit the Folklore Museum
- Visit Leonardo da Vinci’s castle
- Visit the Olive Museum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Sunset Yoga

You will start your day in the early morning, on a full stomach, and you will choose which of the crystal-clear beaches in Paxos you’d like to visit first. There are lots of great places for you to explore and enjoy. In the early afternoon, through an old stone-built path, you will get to a Venetian edifice, the Old Greek Cistern. The view from up there is superb. Here you will practice yoga and meditation, experiencing stillness around the elements of nature: Sun (fire), Air, Water, and Earth, while the sun slowly sets before your eyes.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities:
- Beach time
- Visit the Old Greek Cistern
- Sunset Yoga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Boat Renting

Today you have the option of exploring the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos by boat. The eastern coastlines of Paxos are smooth and ideal for relaxation, while the west coast is bold and abrupt, full of remarkable natural formations. The bright blue, transparent waters, the white sand, and the thick, green background of Antipaxos create scenery, that brings to mind the Caribbean. This guided tour takes you through some of the lesser known gems of the islands. There will also be a lunch break scheduled at one of the beaches along the way.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities: Boat renting
Meals: Lunch at the beach

Day 6 - Welcome to Kefalonia!

You will start your time in Kefalonia with a stunning RIB cruise that will last until the sun disappears from the horizon. Today, you can choose which famous beaches in Kefalonia you’d like to visit. Private transport to your hotel will be arranged. After a relaxing day in the sun, you will enjoy your dinner in one of the finest establishments in town.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities: RIB tour
Meals: Dinner

Day 7 - Lakes & Caves

Early morning breakfast before you set out on one of the highlights of the trip. Today you will visit one of Kefalonia’s most dramatic sights, the Drogarati Cave, and underground Melissani Lake, on a half-day sightseeing tour. Sightseeing will whet your appetite, for dinner as always will be arranged for you in advance.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities: Cave Sightseeing
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 8 - Kefalonia Free Day

Today you’ll have free time to enjoy your second last day in the biggest Ionian Island. You can rent a quad or a bike, and explore dirt roads, and secluded beaches across the island. Maybe you prefer snorkeling or diving. You could, also, enjoy a relaxing day staying at your hotel.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activity: Ask us about add-on activities on this day!
Meals: Lunch

Day 9 - Visit a Monastery

In the morning, you will visit the Holy Monastery of Saint Gerasimos, founded in 1560 in central Kefalonia. In the monastery, you will find the cave, which used to be his home, the plane tree that he planted, and his sarcophagus. Going to Argostoli village, the island’s capital, you will walk around the man-made peninsula to the lighthouse. It is a circular structure with 20 columns and its tower is 8 m tall. The views of the sea and mountains make it worth the effort. You will have your dinner in a wonderful restaurant close by.

Accommodation: Villa, house, hotel room or studio apartment
Activities:
- Visit the Holy Monastery of Saint Gerasimos
- Sunset at the Saint Theodore Lighthouse
Meals: Dinner

Day 10 - Farewell Greece!

Depending on your departure time, you will have a relaxed morning in Argostoli, while waiting for your flight. Then you will catch your domestic flight back to Athens.

Accommodation:
Activities: –
Meals: Breakfast