Ionian Islands, Greece:
Holidays to Corfu + Kefalonia + Lefkada + Zante + Paxos
With an abundance of clean sandy beaches, traditional Greek villages & plenty of sunshine, the pretty olive- & pine-clad Ionian Islands are located off the west coast of Greece. Holidays to Corfu, the largest island with rugged mountains, an historic Old Town and resort-studded shoreline, are popular. Kefalonia (or Cephalonia) has sandy coves & dry rugged landscapes, as featured in the movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’. Other options include Lefkada (Lefkas), which is connected to the mainland, beautiful Zakynthos (Zante), less commercial Paxos (Paxi) & the small islands of Ithaca, Meganisi & Kythira (Cythera). Villa holidays are also available on request.
Price: Please enquire for options
No. nights: 7
Deposit: £150 pp
Best Time to Go: April – October
Reference Code: SGR1
SAMPLE ITINERARY
With an abundance of clean sandy beaches, traditional Greek villages and plenty of sunshine, the seven pretty olive- and pine-clad Ionian Islands, located off the west coast of Greece, are amongst the most popular.
Corfu is the largest island, with rugged mountains and a resort-studded shoreline. Its cultural heritage reflects years spent under Venetian, French and British rule before it was united with Greece in 1864. The Corfu Old Town has winding medieval lanes, a French-style arcade and the Grand Palace of St. Michael and St. George. Its entrance is flanked by two imposing Venetian fortresses.
Kefalonia (or Cephalonia) is further south and has sandy coves and dry rugged landscapes, made famous in the movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’. Its capital of Argostoli is built on a hillside overlooking a narrow harbour and the indented coastline has limestone cliffs, bays and short strips of white sand, such as Myrtos Beach in the north. Many beaches are only accessible on foot or via narrow twisting roads.
Paxos (or Paxi) is one of the least commercial islands. It is truly beautiful, with scenery that makes it an artist’s paradise. Beautiful Zakynthos is known for its famous Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach, with fine sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
Other options include Lefkada (Lefkas) which has many traditional villages & is connected to the mainland by a causeway; and the small islands of Ithaca, Meganisi & Kythira (or Cythera) in the south.
PRICING
Price is based on two adults sharing en-suite accommodation on a self-catering or bed & breakfast basis. Flights from London are included, with regional departures on request. Airport transfers in Greece are also included. Car hire is available on request.
We offer a choice of hotels at different prices, so please discuss your requirements with us. All hotels are subject to availability.
It is essential that you have personal holiday insurance and an appropriate driving licence, if you intend to hire a car. The AA and FCO should also be consulted.