Wakacje Lefkada - holidays and trips

Lefkada with an area of 303 km², is the fourth largest island in the archipelago of the Ionian Islands. Mountainous with fertile valleys, covered with pine trees, cypresses, olive trees and vines, it owes its name to the adjective lefkos, meaning white, referring to the colour of the sharp cliffs of the western coast.

It is distinguished by the beauty of nature, climatic mountain villages, small monasteries hidden among the hills, the company of gorgeous islands in the east, excellent conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing in the south, and beautiful beaches in the west. Unspoilt nature and authentic character - Lefkada has everything you need for the dream Greek holiday. A beautiful island on the Ionian Sea, in the western part of Greece, connected to the mainland by a long causeway and a bridge. Its main city is Lefkada, in the north, approx. 20 km from the Aktion (PVK) airport. Mountainous terrains prevail on the island, and the highest point Stavrota (1182 m a.s.l.) lies almost at its centre. On the east coast there are small holiday resorts: Ligia, Nikiana, Perigiali and Nidri - the largest resort on the island, overlooking Scorpios, once owned by Aristoteles Onassis. Vasiliki, the windsurfing centre, is located in the south. Not far from here you can admire Cape Lefkatas, where, according to legend, Sappho took her own life by jumping from a 30-metre cliff. The most famous beach of the island is Porto Katsiki on the west coast: crystal-clear sea provides ideal conditions not only for snorkeling. The inhabitants of Lefkada are people who live in accordance with tradition, with good hearts and great hospitality. The women still wear two skirts, dark shawls on their heads and tight corsets; for generations they have been dealing with embroidery. The island is famous for the cultivation of the best lentil, but this is not the only produce of the land. Others include olives, local wine made from strains of Verdea and Verdzami, as well as delicacies of the Greek cuisine.

Island Tour — the tour includes the Lefkada Castle - Agia Mavra, 18th century windmills at Gyra Beach and Fanermoni Monastery - the religious center of the island. Stop in the old village of Agios Nikitas, coffee break, walk around the intimate street with small shops. Lunch break in a local tavern. At the end of the tour a visit to the mountain town of Karya, famous for its handicrafts and local products. Day trip. Price - approx. 36 EUR (does not include lunch).

Three islands — a relaxing cruise to the most beautiful corners of the neighbouring islands - Meganisi, Kastos and Kalamos. Meganisi Island - sail into the Papnikolis cave and stay on the beautiful beach of Asteras. Kastos Island - a visit to the tiny village of Kastos, time for a stroll, coffee and sweets. Time for a swim in the crystal clear waters while surrounded by the unusual rock formations of Limni beach. Kalamos Island - stop at Kalamos port, time for lunch in a local tavern specializing in fish and seafood. After lunch, relax on the unique Asprogiali beach, surrounded by a pine forest. Day trip. Price - approx. 35 EUR.

Greek night — cruise to Meganisi island, where in the small village of Spartochori, is the family tavern Lakis, run for years by a genuine Greek family. Dinner with Greek specialties and wine, a performance of dancers and Zorba lesson. Duration: approx. 4.5 h. Price - approx. 38 EUR.

Walk around Lefkada — an evening stroll is the perfect opportunity to discover all the most beautiful places of the island's capital. Lefkada is a maze of small streets, beautiful climatic Greek taverns and shops. Duration: approx. 4.5 h. Price - approx. 15 EUR. Due to the timetable of ferry connections, the trip is not available for customers from Esperides hotel on Meganisi.

Cruise to Kefalonia and Ithaca — the programme includes the west coast of Lefkada - view of Porto Katsiki from the sea and stop for a swim at the unique Egremni beach. Stop in Fiskardo - the most colourful port of the neighbouring island of Cephalonia. Then a visit to the homeland of King Odysseus - Ithaca and a visit to the wonderful Afales beach. Sail out to Papanikolis cave in Meganisi. On the way back, one of the beaches of legendary Scorpios and circumnavigating the island. Price - approx. 25 EUR.

Porto Katsiki — 3-hour stay on the beach considered to be the most beautiful in Lefkada, and one of the most beautiful in the area of the Ionian Sea. Price - approx. 20 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.