Ionian Escape: 12-Day Athens, Zakynthos & Kefalonia Trip

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Have a truly unforgettable experience on this 12-day trip! Let us show you around the city of Athens and the Athens Riviera and two of the most popular islands of the Ionian Sea, Zakynthos, and Kefalonia. Visit the sacred Acropolis hill, the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounio and the must-see attractions of Athens; Taste local dishes and products; Experience d...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Exploring Athens’ must-see attractions, such as the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum
    • Marveling at the extraordinary beauties of the Ionian islands
    • Visiting the famous island of Zante or 'Zakynthos'
    • Being startled by the luscious natural beauty of Kefalonia
    • Tasting traditional Greek delicacies and dishes
    • Experiencing the generous hospitality of locals

What's this trip about?

    Have a truly unforgettable experience on this 12-day trip! Let us show you around the city of Athens and the Athens Riviera and two of the most popular islands of the Ionian Sea, Zakynthos, and Kefalonia. Visit the sacred Acropolis hill, the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounio and the must-see attractions of Athens; Taste local dishes and products; Experience day-to-day life in rural Zakynthos and feel like a local; Explore Kefalonia’s highlights and extraordinary beauties!

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityAthens
End CityKefalonia

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece

Attractions

  • Acropolis
  • Athens
  • Corinth
  • Parthenon

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Kid-friendly activities
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Boutique accommodation
    • All skip the line entrance fees
    • All private tours as described in the itinerary
    • All private transfers with luxury A/C vehicle
    • Services of excellent licensed guides & professional drivers
    • Ferry tickets from Kyllini to Zakynthos & from Zakynthos to Kefalonia
    • Taxes and VAT

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Itinerary

Days 1-3: Athens

Welcome to Greece! As soon as you arrive in Athens, our professional driver will welcome you and take you to your hotel in an air-conditioned, comfortable and luxurious vehicle. After you settle in, take a stroll through some of Athens’ highlights and enjoy a hearty w...

Days 4-7: Zakynthos

The following day, it’s time to move on to the next stop of your trip, Zakynthos, also known as Zante. In the morning you’ll be transferred to Kyllini to catch the ferry to the island. On your way there make a short stop at the isthmus of Corinth to see the Corinth Ca...

Days 8-11: Kefalonia

Your escape to the Ionian continues with you taking the ferry from Zakynthos port to Kefalonia, the biggest island of the Ionian Sea! Upon your arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Argostoli with a private vehicle. Check-in, relax, and take it easy for the ...

Day 12: Athens

On day 12, have your driver pick you up from your hotel to take you to Kefalonia airport with plenty of time to catch your flight to Athens. Your magical 12-day trip may have come to an end, but you’ll return home full of memories and unforgettable experiences!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,911
Price per day$326
Last Updated: 5/3/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Designing original, tailor-made journeys to Greece

Greeking.me is the product of a wish granted by a Greek couple with a passion for traveling and their country. In 2016, the owners, Nikos and Anna, quit their jobs and decided to do what they love most their full-time job. Planning first-rate tours and trips around Greece from a local’s perspective was the way to go.

The experienced Greeking.me team has carefully designed unique and authentic Greece vacation packages for more than 15,000 travelers so far. In addition, they offer travelers the opportunity to customize their trip to Greece with the help of professional, expert travel specialists. 

Our offerings consist of original itineraries and bespoke Greece tours. Greeking.me trips are always well-balanced, including exciting and thematic experiences in both mainland and the islands, unforgettable gastronomic tours that our Greek grandmothers would be proud of, and activities specially designed for families with children.

We strive to offer exclusive experiences that show the authentic side of Greece everyone can’t help but fall in love with. For that reason, we have put together an incredible team of experts in the office and outside. Archaeologist licensed tour guides, professional drivers and a dedicated operations team who work day and night to ensure you are taken care of throughout your experience with us are our keys to success.

We take pride in our fast response rates and our out-of-the-box, full customization that makes us stand apart from the rest. Our high-quality services avoid tourist traps and take visitors to Greece as far from mass tourism as possible. By chasing perfection, we achieve excellence. So join us and enter a world of Greek greatness!

Planning unique custom trips, Luxury accommodations and services, Connecting travelers to locals and authentic experiences

Carefully designed, unique and authentic Greece vacation packages.

Our secret ingredient is our 100% dedication to you, to make sure you have an unforgettable time in Greece & truly experience our country like a local


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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Meals unless mentioned in the itinerary
    • All personal expenses not detailed in the itinerary & personal travel insurance
    • International flights

Accommodation

,Carefully selected, handpicked luxury & boutique hotels for which we have received excellent feedback from previous guests.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Meals Included
  • Breakfast is always included. More meals are not included unless specified in the itinerary
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Trip ID
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