After the pick-ups are finished the coach will drive on to Katastari where the first stop will be made at the photo-stop for the panoramic view of the salts flats of Alykes. Continue on to St Nicholas where small boats are organised for a visit to the 'Blue Caves'. After the visit carry on to Volimes for a shopping stop. Volimes is famous for all its handicrafts, rugs, flokatis, tablecloths, and lace-work. Then a short stop at the balcony to view the shipwreck from above and take photographs. Lunch in Anafonitria and a quick look in the monastery of St. Dennis. After lunch continue through the village of Manes, the village where Mary Magdalene preached Christianity for the first time, Exo-chora, see the oldest olive tree on the island, St. Leon see the bell rower built on top of a windmill, Kiliomeno view the bell tower with the symbols of the masons and the next stop at Macherado for a visit to the church of the Black Saint. Lastly, a visit to a winery in the Vanato area for a taste of the excellent Zakynthian wines.
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 18 EURO |
The cruise ship leaves at 09:00am and starts the cruise passing along the resorts of Kryoneri, Tsilivi, Tragaki, Alkanas, Alykes, St Nicholas where the boats makes its first stop for a viewing of the blue caves and for photographs. Maybe even a swim in the cave! Then carries on along the coast to 'Smuggler’s Cove' where the boat stops for an hour, where you can swim and take photographs. Carrying along the beautiful and rugged coastline of Zakynthos, the guide on board will be giving a commentary on what you are seeing, i.e. the clashing rocks that Jason and the Argonauts had to go through, the 50 meter cross at Kampi, dedicated to those who died in the civil war. Another stop at the Keri caves for a swim, also Marathonissi and Pelouza island and lastly at Mavrakis beach, where the loggerhead turtles nest. The guide will also give information about the Carreta-Carreta when you get to the latter.
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 11 EURO |
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ONE-DAY TOUR TO KEFALONIA |
Early morning drive to Aghios Nicholas to catch the ferryboat to Pessada. Enjoy a one and a half boat ride with the local ferryboat and get the chance to see the Dolphins! On arrival in Pessada the coach will continue to the monastery of Aghios Gerasimos, who is also the patron saint of the island. See the cave where he spent six years praying and meditating. Then on to the Drogarati caves where you will see the most impressive stalactites and stalagmites. The cave is large enough to hold five hundred people and concerts are held here in the summer time because of its natural setting. See also the Royal balcony where the orchestra plays. Mara Callas and Pavarotti have sung here! Then on to the nearby Melissani cave and lake. It is said that there was no water in the cave prior to a earthquake, then filled up and giving the cave more beauty as the sun filters in and picks up the colours of the water on the walls.
After the boat ride around the cave a chance to shop in the gift shop and then on to Aghia Efthimia for lunch and a quick swim. After lunch a photo-stop at Myrtos Bay, the water is a mass of turquoise and an indescribably blue seeing is believing the colour of the water has to be seen, to be believed! Continue along the coastline with its steep cliffs, beautiful shrubbery, and small coves to Argostoli, the capital of the island. On arrival the coach will stop in the main square where you can taste the best ice cream in Kefalonia and have a walk around until its time to leave again for Pessada to catch the ferryboat back to Zakynthos.
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 19 EURO |
Early morning departure with the ferry boat to Killini, the mainland and the coach will drive for 50 minutes to take you to one of the most exciting sites on the Peloponnese! On arrival the local guide will be waiting to take you around this amazing site. The setting of the site is remarkably beautiful, a valley between the twin rivers, Alfios and Kladhios. Here you will see one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Temple of Zeus, almost as big as the Parthenon where the elephantine and gold statue of Zeus was housed. See the Temple of Hera where the Olympic flame is lit and the most complete building on the site. Walk through the arched corridor into the original stadium of the Olympic Games, a 200 meter track where 20,000 spectators used to sit. The starting and finishing lines and judge’s thrones are still there. After the lecture from the guide, time will be given for photographs and to browse on your own and maybe to run on the Olympic track!
The guide will then meet you at the archeological Museum, which nestles in the trees housing the marvels that were found on the site. The two most famous pieces are the Head of Hera and the full size statue of Hermes of Praxiteles. See the pediment of Zeus presiding over a chariot race and the Battle of Lapiths and Centaurs, a fantastic frieze of the Twelve Labors of Hercules.
After the visits, lunch in the Olympic village of Olympia and time for shopping. Late afternoon return to Killini to catch the ferryboat back to Zakynthos.
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 23 EURO |
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ONE NIGHT/TWO DAYS ATHENS |
Depart early morning from the port of Zakynthos with the ferryboat to Killini. On arrival drive along the Peloponnesian coastline via Patra and the first will be a rest stop at Egio. Continue on to Corinth where the coach will cross over the Corinth Canal and stop for a photo-stop. The canal is an amazing piece of engineering, originally thought up by the King of Corinth and by Alexandra the Great, but it was Nero who actually turned the first soil with a golden spade. The works were abandoned by Nero due to rioting in Rome and were never finished until the late 18th century by a French Engineering company.
Arrive in Athens and check into the hotel. Here you have the opportunity of lazing by the pool or going for a walk in the Plaka. In the evening the guide will have arranged an optional dinner for you with tasty Greek mezes and traditional Greek food.
The following morning, early departure for the sightseeing of Athens. The coach will first take you around the Athens center, viewing the University of Athens, the Library and the Academy all built in neo classic style. Then on to the Parthenon where you will spend one and half-hours with the guide seeing the wonders of ancient Greece. Time will be given for photographs and browsing alone. After the Parthenon, the coach will then take you to the Olympic stadium which was rebuilt for the revival of the Olympic Games in 1896, from there, on to the Royal Palace to see the changing of the guards. These are the Royal Guards wearing the traditional costume! Then free time on your own to browse through the Plaka and Monasteraki areas to shop and have lunch.
After lunch drive directly back to Killini again via Patra for the ferryboat back to Zakynthos.
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 65 EURO |
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EXPLORE UNSEEN ZAKYNTHOS BY JEEP |
Zakfari is the islands only full licensed and comprehensively insured ‘Jeep Safari’. Operating a fleet of Land Rovers on a daily tour of this beautiful island. The safari covers the whole island in one day.
After the pick-ups in the morning, you are taken to the bottom southwest corner of the island on the Keri peninsular. Then up the west coast via various places of interest and viewpoints, to Anafonitria in the North for Lunch.
After this we make our way across the island to the East coast with a swim in the sea at the Sulphur Springs of Xygia, finally making our way back down South to your hotel by late afternoon. You will have a total of 8 or 9 stop where you will have plenty of time off the vehicles at your leisure.
The Highlights of the tour are: The Keri Peninsula, Xygia Sulphur Beach, Smuggler’s Wreck View, Sarakina Mansion, Superb Island Views, Swim Stops (weather permitting). An English speaking guide will accompany you with all the knowledge of the history, myths and traditions of Zakynthos. A day not to be missed!
| GUIDE PRICE PER PERSON | 47 EURO |
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| Ionian Island Guides |
1. Friends of the Ionian
FoI aims to make your holiday that bit better by opening the door to the special culture and environment of the Ionian islands, whilst at the same time helping to safeguard these elements for the future.
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| Zakynthos Travel Agencies |
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Levante Travel Agency in Argassi
Travel agency established in 1981, in Argassi, Zakynthos, offering accommodation, transfers, car rental and excursions.
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Tsilivi Travel
Got a question? We do our best to answer any questions relating to your holiday. Frances is fluent in both English and Greek so no language problems to overcome.
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