Family Cruise Ionian Islands by Bike + Boat

Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

On board of the Panagiota, a two-masted wooden motor sailer, this familycruise takes us to the Ionian Islands spread out along the west coast of Greece. Here we see Hellas at its greenest. This tour takes us from Corfu to the Island of Lefkas, with its white chalk cliffs and picture perfect beaches as well as to the Island of Cephalonia with its picture perfect village of Fiskardo and the enchanting Melissani Cave. On Meganisi and Paxos – an island all covered in olive trees – where time seems to have stood still, we may have unforgettable insights into traditional Greek island life. For seven days we explore the unique island and coastal world by boat & bike, canoe, and on foot.

This family-friendly cruise leaves a lot of room for fun, games and spontaneity. Biking, hiking, canoeing, swimming or relaxing on board: You decide each day what you feel like doing. Our tour guide is familiar with the country and gladly gives advises and makes suggestions, accompanies us at the various activities and can tell us a lot about the lively history of Greece.

Our Tip: Book early, those bike & boat trips fill up fast! The program of this trip is also possible in the opposite direction.

Route

Tour Profile / Level 1

Our family-adventure programs offer a combination of small bike tours and hikes. The bike tours are accompanied by a local guide. The tours are simple and do not require any particular level of fitness. The small hikes take place on good paths, sometimes paved, and also require no particular level of fitness. Should certain activities require a higher level of fitness, your guide will inform you of this prior to taking part in the activity.

Day 1: Corfu Island (Embarkation)

Individual arrival at Corfu and collective transfer from the airport to the ship. At 2 pm you can start check-in on the Panagiota. The tour begins with a joint dinner on board.

Additional program Corfu- bookable PRE- and POST tour
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM CORFU - bookable PRE- and POST tour

Inclusive services:

2 overnight stays in a 3 or 4-star hotel

Including transfers between the airport of Corfu and the hotel

Choice of a city tour incl dinner, a sea kayak tour at the eastcoast or a sunset walk tour at the westcoast

Brochure with recommended activities in Corfu

Price per person:

3 star Hotel
double room: 430 Euro
single room: 510 Euro

4 star Hotel
double room: 560 Euro
single room: 750 Euro

Day 2: Corfu and Paxos Island, approx. 7 km

After breakfast we cast off and cruise to the olive island of Paxos. Paxos is the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands with a higher population of olive trees then people – 32 km² are home to over 250,000 olive trees! They cover the island in a wonderful silver green shimmer. The natural harbor of Gaios is unique and provides a special atmosphere during our stay here. In the afternoon, we take a short bike ride along the coast to Kaki Lagkada beach, where you can swim in the crystal clear Ionian Sea. The evening can be spent relaxing in a local tavern in Gaios.

Day 3: Paxos and Lefkas Island, approx. 8 km

In the morning we cruise to Lefkas Island, Lefkas City, but before arriving we anchor near Antipaxos for a swim stop from the boat. After a long cruise we reach a narrow channel with an original swing bridge which connects the Greek mainland with the island. From Lefkas City we start our tour around the lagoon and can enjoy a second swim at the white sand beach, Agios Ioannis. After returning to the boat, we navigate our way to Nidri where we will spend the evening and the night.

Day 4: Lefkas and Cephalonia Island, approx.10 km

In the morning we ride from Nidri through olive groves to a nearby waterfall. If we are lucky, a steady stream of water will enable us to take a refreshing swim. Following the excursion we make our way to Fiskardo on the island of Cephalonia. This port, located at the northern tip of the island, delights us with its colourful little houses and many cafes and bars along the picturesque harbour promenade. An evening walk of approx. 30 minutes takes us to a pretty lighthouse. Overnight in Fiskardo.

Day 5: Cephalonia and Meganisi Island, approx. 15 km

After a short crossing by boat we reach the harbour of Sami. Today’s bike tour starts here and leads us along the coastline to the enchanting Melissani Cave; accessible only by row boat. A visit to a donkey farm, knowledge and fun at the same time for all ages, is next on the agenda before the tour takes us back to the boat. The boat meets us in Sami and takes us for a well-deserved swim break! Our journey then takes us further to Meganisi, a charming island where we spend the night.

Day 6: Meganisi Island – Arillas, approx. 6 km

After breakfast we have the chance to explore Meganisi on our bike. Afterwards a long crossing will take us to Arillas, an idyllic and peaceful place along west coast of Greece, close to Perdika on the Greek mainland. A stroll along the sandy beach or a swim around Panagiota (the boat) rounds off the day. We spend the night in Arillas.

Day 7: Arillas – Corfu Island, approx. 12 km

In the morning our bike tour leads us along remote streets under the shade of old olive trees through a national park and along a little river until we reach the monastery of Agios Athanasios, which we visit. The Panagiota awaits us for our last crossing back to Corfu. Here we can enjoy a celebratory evening meal before reflecting on our wonderful adventures of the week.

Day 8: Corfu Island (Disembarkation)

After breakfast, check-out, collective transfer to the airport on request and individual return home, or holiday extension on the island of Corfu.

IMPORTNAT INFORMATION

We reserve the right to make changes to the planned route due to changing wind and weather conditions, and where required by organizational necessities.

Services

Included services

8-day-trip on a motor yacht with crew
7 nights in a double cabin with shower/toilet
2x full-board and 5x half-board on board
Water bottles on board or for excursions on land
Guided or individual cycle tours or walks with itinerary
Overview-maps for the daily bike tours on board
Bed linen and towels
Entries to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)
English-speaking tour guide

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Extras

Discounts
3rd person in 3-bed cabin (only below deck)	-50%
children up to age 16,99 in own cabin	-25%

Bicycle & equipment
21-speed bike/Childrens bike	40
E-bike	100
child seat, tag-along on request	20
Insurance against theft and damage trekkingbike/children bike	10
Insurance E-Bike	20

Additional nights/packages
Corfu	on request
Corfu 3 nights extra
3* dbl/sgl	530/610
4* dbl/sgl	660/850
extra activity	120

Transfers*
Airport Corfu - boat	on request

*on embarkation- and disembarkation only

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

All prices per person in EUR

Ship

Welcome aboard the comfort boat PANAGIOTA!

The Panagiota, our boat in Greece, is an affectionately restored two masted motor yacht, which is 23 ft. (7m) wide and 75 ft. (23m) long. It was built in 1990 and modernized in 2001 in conformity with the requirements of cruises. When the weather conditions are fine the guests can have the meals outside on the shaded rear deck instead of eating in the spacious saloon. The sun deck, equipped with cozy mats, invites to have a sun bath and to relax. Captain Gerasimos is very proud to present his boat, his crew and his chef, whom creates a wide variety of very delicious Greek food.

Cabins/Facilities

Lower deck: 6 cabins
Upper deck: 4 cabin

All cabins are air-conditioned and equipped with a double bed (4,6 ft. wide) and in some cabins there is also one single bunk bed located above the double bed. To each cabin belongs a private shower and toilet. Below deck cabins have a porthole to provide air, if air-condition is switched off.

Catering

The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.

WIFI

The Panagiota does not offer a WiFi connection. If you need to connect to the internet during the tour, we recommend to take your portable electronic device to a cafe or bar somewhere in the harbour. Free WiFi is on offer almost everywhere. If you order something to eat or drink, then you are able to use the WiFi to your hearts content.

Languages on board

German, English

Bicycle

Rental bikes incl. Panniers

We provide the following bikes on board:

21-speed trekking bikes (men’s and women’s frames in four different frame sizes: 46 cm and 52 cm for women, 56 cm and 60 cm for men.).
E-bikes
tagalongs, child seats, ...

If you do not want to do without your own saddle or clipless pedals, you are welcome to bring them with you and have them mounted on your rental bike by your tour guide on site.

E-bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

Our e-bikes are high-quality pedelecs, which are characterized by a relatively low weight and good equipment. With an e-bike, even steep inclines can be climbed almost effortlessly. So now cyclists with different fitness levels can go on tours together!

Additional insurance (bookable/payable on site)

Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike (not covered: intentional damage):

21-speed trekking bike: € 10,- /week
Electric bike: € 20,- /week

Useful

Children on board!

Especially for children, the cruise offered here is an unforgettable experience. They receive a 50% discount on the basic cruise price in a triple cabin. Please note that 21-speed children’s rental bikes can only be provided for children over 1.20 m tall. For smaller children we provide trailer bikes (€ 40,-) or child seats (€ 20,-) (on request).

Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airport: Corfu (CFU)
Flights can be booked individually. For details see your final travel documents.

Transfer

See via "Dates and Prices". Reservation necessary.

Arrival by car

If you have a lot of time and want to have a varied car trip, then you can also travel to Corfu by car. This form of travel is particularly recommended if you want to stay a few days on Corfu after your trip.

Depending on your place of residence, you can travel via Austria or Switzerland to Italy. There you have the possibility to travel either from Venice or from the southern Italian ports of Brindisi or Bari by ferry to Corfu. There are frequent ferry connections. All providers (Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries, Anek Lines) offer comparable comfort and prices are also similar. You can check the ferry schedules >>here.

Depending on the season, it is recommended to book the ferry passage in advance. You can do this yourself on the Internet at www.greekferries.gr. If you do not have Internet access yourself, your local travel agency can usually help you with this.

Participants

Minimum:14
Maximum: 20

Additional information

Helmets
It is mandatory to wear a helmet when on a bike on all tours. Please take care of that and bring your own fitting helmet with you!

Bringing Own Bike
Please be informed that only bringing normal trekking-/touring-/city-bikes is allowed. It is NOT possible to bring own E-bikes - those have to be rented; depending on availability.

Embarkation and disembarkation harbor
Please note that this trip has no fixed docking place - it can switch weekly. Therefor a reconfirmation with the local guide is necessary if you plan an individual arrival (and haven´t booked a transfer with us) to the harbor. Further detailes will be given within your travel documents.

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