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Greece’s Ionian Islands: Athens, Kefalonia & Corfu

12 days  |  15 days with Nafplio & the Athens Riviera extension

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15–30 travelers
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Lush landscapes and lesser-traveled destinations? This 12-day tour of the Ionian Islands delivers both (and a trip you won’t soon forget).

Visit the Ionian Islands, and you’ll find postcard Greek beaches. But look beyond those sandy shores, and you’ll see so much more: traces of British, French, Italian, and Turkish culture in the Old Town of Corfu; limestone mountains rolling across Kefalonia; and leaf-green scenery you wouldn’t get on the Cyclades. On this trip, you’ll visit three of the Ionians (and up to six if you take our excursions), experiencing life on some of the country’s most underappreciated islands. And be sure to add the extension to Nafplio and the Athenian Riviera. You’ll build a more complete and vibrant picture of Greece—one tinged with cerulean and emerald to complement those white-washed walls.

Your tour package includes

  • 10 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 10 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 wine tasting
  • 1 liqueur tasting
  • 3 food tastings
  • 5 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 2 ferry transfers
  • 1 on-tour flight

Included highlights

  • Acropolis
  • Athens food tasting tour
  • Kefalonia’s Melissani Cave Lake
  • Olive oil tasting
  • Kefalonian olive oil & wine tasting
  • Archaeological site of Nicopolis
  • Corfu’s Old Town
  • Corfiot kumquat tasting

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Athens today.

Athens

Day 2: Arrival in Athens

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Greece! Land in Athens, Europe’s oldest capital city and “the cradle of Western civilization.” Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers, transfer to your hotel, and relax for a while. Reconvene at a welcome dinner, served with your choice of beer or wine, and continue getting to know one another.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre

This lavish hotel is located in Athens' business and commercial district. Guests enjoy the fitness center, the outdoor swimming pool, and the sauna. Nearby, you’ll find the War Museum Athens, the National Garden Botanic Museum,...

Kefalonia Bay Palace

This seaside hotel is located on the edge of Agia Efimia on Kefalonia. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, on-site coffee house, and beautiful views. Nearby you’ll find several beaches, a handful of restaurants, and Drogarati Cave.

Crystal Waters Lefkada

This seaside hotel is located in Nikiana on Lefkada island. Guests enjoy the room decor, free-form outdoor pool, and two on-site restaurants. The hotel also offers bicycle rentals, a relaxing garden, yoga classes, and a spa.

Corfu Holiday Palace

This seaside hotel is located in Corfu. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, bowling alley, and spa. Nearby, you'll find the shores of the Ionian Sea, the Vlacherna Monastery, and the Paleopolis Archaeological Museum.

Atheneaum Eridanus

This luxury hotel is located right in the heart of Athens. Guests enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find the Monastiraki Flea Market, the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora of Athens, and the...

Amalia Hotel Nafplio

This modern hotel is located in the town entrance of Nafplion. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies, and air conditioning. Nearby, you’ll find Árgos, Tiryns, and the Tomb of Agamemnon.

NLH Mati Seafront

This beachfront hotel is located in the Mati neighborhood on the Athens Riviera. Guests enjoy the spa, outdoor pool with views of the Aegean Sea, and beach access. Nearby you’ll find several dining options and walking trails...

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Flights

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  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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