Korfiati Apartments

Local excursions

City of Zakynthos by night — departure from the hotel in the late afternoon to the island's capital - Zakynthos. Drive along the port. The programme includes a walk through the old town, free time for shopping. Return to the hotel in the evening. Price - approx. 20 EUR.

Around the island — a fascinating excursion, which lets you explore the most beautiful places of the island. The programme begins from a visit to the Aristeon olive oil factory in Lithakia. Another point is a visit to a small family winery Gramzas, which includes a presentation of the methods of wine production in the past and today, as well as wine tasting. Then drive through the picturesque mountain villages: Kiliomeno, Agios Leon and Maries, time for photos. On the route is the oldest olive tree in Zakynthos and Anafonitria - the place where today the Greeks themselves pump oil, produce honey and collect herbs - an opportunity to taste and purchase. Another attraction is the panoramic view of the Wreck Gulf with the famous Navagio beach, which can be seen from the platform at the top of the cliff. Then drive in the direction of the port of Agios Nikolaos. Cruise to the Blue Caves, time for lunch in a traditional Greek tavern. A visit to Bochali with a vantage point from where you can admire the panorama of the island's capital. Day trip Price - approx. 34 EUR (does not include the cruise to the Blue Grottos).

Caretta caretta cruise — a cruise on a modern boat with a glass bottom over Laganas bay and along the wild, southern ends of the island of Zakynthos. The opportunity to watch the famous Caretta Caretta sea turtles in their natural habitat, and Europe's largest breeding place. During the cruise, stop for swimming near the mysterious caves of Keri, on an inaccessible coast full of cliffs, wild beaches and rock blocks. Then a stop off the coast of the uninhabited island of Marathonisi, called Turtle Island, where the Caretta caretta turtles nest. Half-day trip. Price - approx. 28 EUR.

Navagio Cruise — transfer by coach towards the port in Zakynthos, and then a boat cruise to the famous Navagio beach located on the north-western side of Zakynthos. During the cruise you can admire the cape Skinari and the Blue Grottos located nearby - time for swimming near them. Then a stay at Xigia beach, which, thanks to the presence of cold sulfur waters is considered to be the only natural spa on the island. During the cruise you can admire the east coast of Zakynthos - the famous resorts Tsilivi and Alikes-Alikanas, Peloponnese and the island of Cephalonia. A close-up view of the charming islet of Mikro Nisi and the well-known beach in the north of the island Makri Gialos. Return to the port in Zakynthos. Day trip Price - approx. 34 EUR.

Cephalonia — a trip to the largest of the Ionian Islands. Visiting the beautiful monastery of the island's patron - St Gerassimos with his relics and Drogarati cave. Taking boats out onto the underground Melissani Lake. Break for a meal in a traditional Greek tavern with delicious food in a small port on the east coast - Agia Efimia. Then, time for photos with by the "movie" beach Myrthos. A visit to a winery and tasting typical Cephalonian wine Robola. On the route there are unforgettable views - small fishing villages blended into the natural green landscape and wildlife of the island! Day trip Price - approx. 50 EUR. (does not include: cruise on the lake Melissani and entrance to Drogarati cave).

Olympus — the largest sanctuary of Zeus in ancient Greece, now associated mainly with the Olympics. Sports competitions, which took place here for nearly 12 centuries, were not only rivalry, but also an expression of worship for the highest of the gods, and significantly influenced the development of art and culture. Visiting the Archaeological Museum with works of Phidias and Praxiteles, a visit to the Olympic Stadium. The programme includes the archaeological site with remnants of, among others, the temple of Zeus, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world - the statue of Zeus, the work of Phidias and the altar of Hera, where today the Olympic torch is lit. Time for lunch and shopping in the city centre. Day trip Price - approx. 50 EUR (does not include: entry tickets to Archaeological Museum and to archaeological site).

Greek evening — enjoying the sunset at the famous Kampi, away from hotels and resorts. Special evening with late lunch-dinner in a true Greek tavern under the sky, full of traditional music, dance and fun. Price - approx. 35 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.