Itinerary

Day 1 (Saturday):
Boarding in Corfu town

Individual journey to Corfu airport and collective transfer to Corfu town  Check-in from 2 p.m. on the Panagiota. Dinner on board and overnight stay in Corfu town.

Day 2 (Sunday):
Corfu Island - Sivota - Parga - Lefkas Island, 17 miles (28 km)

In the morning you will sail to Sivota. There your first cycle tour starts and leads to Parga, the only centre of tourism on the western coast of the Greek mainland. Parga is a pretty town with a medieval fort that towers over the old town. Here the boat is waiting to take you to Nidri on Lefkas Island. On the way you will pass the original swing-bridge which connects Lefkas with the Greek mainland.

Day 3 (Monday):
Islands of Lefkas & Cephalonia, 22 miles (35 km)

The cycle route leads from Nidri to nearby waterfalls. If you are lucky there will be enough water for a refreshing morning swim. Along quiet roads through the mountains past Sivros you cycle to the harbour in Sivota. After a short sail the ship will anchor at Porto Katsiki, one of the most famous beaches in Greece, for the opportunity of a swim. Then the ship crosses to Fiskardo to spend the night. The harbour town on the Northern point of the island charms visitors with its colourful houses and numerous cafés and bars along the picturesque promenade.

Day 4 (Tuesday):
Island of Cephalonia, 24 miles (39 km)

Today’s bike tour leads from Fiskardo to Sami. You cycle along the high road of the western coast of the island, where there are unforgettable views, such as the panoramic view down to Myrtos beach. Continuing on through the interior of the island you finally reach the eastern coast of Cephalonia with the harbour of Sami. On the way you will visit the stalactite and stalagmite caves of Melissani, which can only be viewed in row boats. In late afternoon crossover to Ithaca.

Day 5 (Wednesday):
Islands of Ithaca and Meganisi, 13 + 8 miles (20 + 13 km)

Ithaca, the homeland of the mythical king Odysseus is a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. On today’s cycle route you can enjoy the typical character of the Ionian Islands away from the beaten tourist track: gnarled olive trees, crystal clear water and friendly islanders – time appears to stand still on Ithaca. From Frikes the Panagiota crosses to the small island of Meganisi. On the way you pass the private island of the influential ship-owner Aristoteles Onassis.  Meganisi is a tiny island with lots of charm, which you will explore in the afternoon.

Day 6 (Thursday):
Mytikas - Lefkas town, 30 miles (49 km)

In the morning crossover to Mytikas on the Greek mainland. From here you will ride along the coast on panoramic roads, passing mountain villages until reaching Lefkas town. This afternoon the ship will sail to Paxos island, where the natural harbour in Gaios creates a special island atmosphere. Perhaps spend the evening in a cosy tavern in Gaios.

Day 7 (Friday):
Island of Paxos - Corfu town, 14 miles (23 km)

Paxos, the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands is a grove of olive trees, which gives the island its wonderful silver green color. On your cycle trip you will circle the island. You will also be able to swim in the Mediterranean on one of the many beaches. The boat brings you back to Corfu town, where, after a lovely dinner on board, you can end the evening with a leisurely stroll in this romantic historical town.

Day 8 (Saturday):
Disembarkation

Guests disembark after breakfast on board followed by individual departure or guests may extend their stay in Corfu.