Mythical Ithaca: Island Bus Tour from Kefalonia
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We can organise this tour privately for your group, on request. Send us a request and we'll reply with a quote.
Explore Homer's legendary Ithaka island with guided bus tour. Discover charming villages, taste authentic Greek flavors, and immerse yourself in mythology!
- Ferry tickets Sami – Ithaca included
- Vathy, Kioni and Stavros in one day
- Air-conditioned bus and English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
About this experience
Cross the Ionian Sea by ferry and step into the world of Odysseus.
Explore Vathy, the elegant capital of Ithaca with its neoclassical architecture, museums, churches, and traditional shops. Journey to mountainous Stavros village, connected to Odysseus' legendary palace — taste the famous local "Rovani" dessert and admire the bust of the hero himself. Spend extended free time in picturesque Kioni, one of Greece's most beautiful little harbors, where waterfront tavernas serve fresh seafood and Homer's myths feel closer than ever. Your passionate guide weaves captivating stories of the Odyssey and island life throughout the journey, bringing the legend to life on the very island where it was born.
Some stories are best told where they happened.
Itinerary
Sami Port
Starting our day, we take the lovely 45' apprx drive towards “Sami” Port and we board the ferry-boat to Piso- Aetos port in Ithaka a ride that will last apprx 45'.
Vathy Little Town
From Piso Aetos port we begin our tour of Ithaka.
Our first stop after 15', s to the capital of the island, the little town of “Vathy”, where we have a stop to visit the museums & churches, go shopping and have some free time to explore & enjoy the town.
Leaving "Vathy" we pass by the charming "Lazaretto" island situated in the center of Vathi bay and we head for our next destination.
Kioni Village
Continuing our excursion, we take a 50' ride through amazing landscapes towards the charming “Kioni Bay” to have lunch.
Stavros Village
After Kioni village we take our bus again for a brief ride of 25' and passing by the village of Frikes, we head towards our last stop - the village of “Stavros”.
There we have a stop to taste the delicious local dessert "Rovani" and admire the bust of Odysseus, the old church of “Sotiros” (Savior) as well as the beautiful “Polis Bay” a beach of great beauty.
Finishing our tour, we take our way back and within 30' we reach to “Piso Aetos” port for the ferry ride back (45') to our base after a day of mythological splendor.
What's included
What's included
- Ferry Tickets
- WIFI
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Professional English-speaking guide
What's not included
- Optional museum entrance fees
- Food & Drinks
Pickup & meeting point
Hotel pickup — included
We pick you up from a designated point near your hotel. Your exact pickup point and time are confirmed by our team after booking.
Prefer to come on your own?
You can also meet us where the tour starts: Sami - Port Ferry Departs at 08:15, Sami Port, Sami 28080, at 08:15.
Check availability & book
Prefer it private?
We can organise this tour privately for your group, on request. Send us a request and we'll reply with a quote.
Check availability & book
Prefer it private?
We can organise this tour privately for your group, on request. Send us a request and we'll reply with a quote.
