Wakacje Cephalonia - holidays and trips
In brief
- beautiful Mirtos beach, famous for “Captain Corelli” movie
- wonderful landscapes, from green hills to turquoise sea
- traditional villages, olive groves and amazing Melissani cave with an underground lake
- capital of the island - Argostoli full of taverns that serve delicious local specialties
- perfect place for romantic holidays
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All Inclusive (105) Holidays (177) Rejsy (2)Beautiful landscapes, mountains, white cliffs, gorgeous beaches and an emerald sea - this is Cephalonia.There are charming towns here where you can spend a lovely evening in a tavern, and villages, where life there is not a rush, it is free of stress, the weather is terrific and hotels are climatic. A great proposition for big fat Greek holidays. Cephalonia, the largest of the Ionian Islands, interests tourists more and more every year, who are looking for genuine Greek vibes, beautiful landscapes and beaches.
The flagship of the island is Myrtos Beach, a magnificent beach in the north-west of the island. There is no tourist infrastructure here, and the beach was one of the places where scenes to the film "Captain Corelli" were filmed. The capital of Cephalonia is Argostoli, a charming city located on a bay, with Metaxa main square and a stone bridge joining the shores of the bay. Tourism began to develop on the island in eighties of last century, but there are still many beautiful places to discover here. In the south-eastern part of the island lies Skala, one of the farthest places south in Kefalonia, the seaside holiday town. There is a sandy-rocky beach here approx. 4 km long, surrounded by pines. The destination is developing dynamically, but despite this it retains its Greek character. Here are typical taverns and bars, in town you can buy lovely pottery, visit the remains of the Old City, the ruins of a Roman villa nearby. A little to the west of Skala, lies the fishing village Katelios. There is a sand and shingle beach here - Agia Barbara - about 200 m long, that gently descends into the sea, overlooking the island of Zakynthos. Eucalyptus trees, pines, walking routes, the peaceful surroundings cause tourists who wish to spend their holidays far from the hustle and bustle of resorts to gladly come here. Approximately 2 km from here is one of a few beaches on the island, where the famous Caretta Caretta turtles have their nests. - Mirtos beach - one of the most beautiful beaches in the region of the Mediterranean Sea
- wonderful landscapes, from green hills to turquoise sea - traditional villages with olive groves, full of charming streets and mysterious corners - wonderful sandy beaches surrounded by cliffs, ideal for romantic holidays - capital of the island - Argostoli full of taverns that serve delicious local specialties
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Pilot: tourists are looked after by a Polish resident, whose tasks include help upon arrival, departure and stay, as well as registration for local trips.
Flight duration: Poland-Cephalonia - approx. 2h 30 min.
Local time: GMT+2
Area: 781 km².
Language: Modern Greek, communication in English and German also possible.
Currency: Euro (EUR).
Voltage: 220 V.
Transport: bus connections: ticket cost – from 2 EUR.
Taxi fare - approx. 5 EUR/km.:
Beaches: public, free entry, beach service payable: sunbed + umbrella approx. 8 EUR/day.
Local trips: organized by local tourist agencies on terms specified by them. There is a possibility that, if there is not enough participants, a trip may be canceled.
You can always find up to date information about security in this country on your Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Island Tour — an excellent opportunity to see the biggest attractions of Cephalonia. Visiting Drogarati cave, a cruise around the wonderful underground Lake Melissani with a stunning, azure-sea-green colour of water. Further on the route: the town of Fiskardo and the 16th-century monastery Agios Gerasimos - a place of pilgrimage, where the mummified remains of St. Gerasimos lie. Then in the programme tasting of local wines. Free time for lunch (at own expense) in the village of Agia Efimia. On the way back a stop at Myrtos Bay. Day trip. Price - approx. 50 EUR (does not include entry ticket to the grottos: Melissani - 8 EUR and Drogarati - 5 EUR).
A cruise around three islands — relaxing trip that will let you get to know the charming corners of three islands. The cruise begins from the village of Agia Efimia. The programme includes exploring Papanikolis Cave on Meganisi Island, time for swimming by the private island of Scorpio, which is sheltered from the west from winds by Lefkada Island, and by Meganisi Island from the south. Then free time for lunch (at own expense) and shopping in the town of Nidri on Lefkada Island, which shores are washed over by the azure waters of the Ionian Sea. Day trip. Price - approx. 60 EUR.
Itaka Island — an expedition to the sister island of Cephalonia, Itaka, the homeland of king Odysseus, which is located to the west of the coast of the Peloponnese. In the programme a walk around the island's capital Vathi - a visit to the archaeological museum, time for shopping and coffee. Stay in the village of Stavros - an opportunity to enjoy local sweets. Kioni is a charming village on the north-eastern edge of Ithaca. Day trip. Price - approx. 55 EUR.
Beach Barbecue — cruise on a boat with a glass bottom, letting you enjoy the marine life. The cruise sails along the southern coast of Cephalonia and the small island of Verdiana. Stop on Xi or Minies beach. Time for relaxation and sunbathing. During the cruise the crew of the boat will prepare a delicious BBQ lunch. Day trip. Price - approx. 70 EUR.
Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.
Island Tour — an excellent opportunity to see the biggest attractions of Cephalonia. Visiting Drogarati cave, a cruise around the wonderful underground Lake Melissani with a stunning, azure-sea-green colour of water. Further on the route: the town of Fiskardo and the 16th-century monastery Agios Gerasimos - a place of pilgrimage, where the mummified remains of St. Gerasimos lie. Then in the programme tasting of local wines. Free time for lunch (at own expense) in the village of Agia Efimia. On the way back a stop at Myrtos Bay. Day trip. Price - approx. 50 EUR (does not include entry ticket to the grottos: Melissani - 8 EUR and Drogarati - 5 EUR).
A cruise around three islands — relaxing trip that will let you get to know the charming corners of three islands. The cruise begins from the village of Agia Efimia. The programme includes exploring Papanikolis Cave on Meganisi Island, time for swimming by the private island of Scorpio, which is sheltered from the west from winds by Lefkada Island, and by Meganisi Island from the south. Then free time for lunch (at own expense) and shopping in the town of Nidri on Lefkada Island, which shores are washed over by the azure waters of the Ionian Sea. Day trip. Price - approx. 60 EUR.
Itaka Island — an expedition to the sister island of Cephalonia, Itaka, the homeland of king Odysseus, which is located to the west of the coast of the Peloponnese. In the programme a walk around the island's capital Vathi - a visit to the archaeological museum, time for shopping and coffee. Stay in the village of Stavros - an opportunity to enjoy local sweets. Kioni is a charming village on the north-eastern edge of Ithaca. Day trip. Price - approx. 55 EUR.
Beach Barbecue — cruise on a boat with a glass bottom, letting you enjoy the marine life. The cruise sails along the southern coast of Cephalonia and the small island of Verdiana. Stop on Xi or Minies beach. Time for relaxation and sunbathing. During the cruise the crew of the boat will prepare a delicious BBQ lunch. Day trip. Price - approx. 70 EUR.
Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.