Surrounded by green crystal waters that lap against white-pebbled beaches, Ithaca is dotted with tiny fishing villages, where the sight of the returning boats in the shimmering dusk is unforgettable – along with the morning smell of freshly baked bread and the tinkling sound of distant goat bells. In the convivial taverna of the harbours at Kioni and Frikes, excellent local produce tempts the palate.
The geography of the island lends itself to exploration both on foot and by boat, and soon you will understand why the poet Cavafy advised: “Have Ithaca always in your mind. Your arrival there is what you are destined for.”
Guided Walks on Ithaca
If you'd like to explore Ithaca on foot, we can arrange guided walks to find out about the island's history, mythology, flora and fauna.
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- Commences - Saturday morning
- Departure airport - London Gatwick and Manchester
- Arrival airport - Argostoli, Cephalonia
- On arrival - Ithaca is reached by a 1 hour coach drive from Argostoli airport to the port of Sami and then a 40 minute crossing on a privately chartered ferry to Ithaca. Snacks and drinks are available on board.
Costa's House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-6Costa’s House enjoys a special position to watch the activities of the small port, but not to be seen. Conveniently close to the activities of Kioni’s waterfront yet enjoys private seclusion.
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Georgakis House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-4Georgakis House is one of the traditional village houses, which line the Kioni waterfront and enjoy superb and unobstructed views across the bay.
Hilltop House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-5The ten to fifteen minute walk from Kioni waterfront to the Hilltop House is steep in parts but will reward the escapist. This is the only private house in Kioni to have a swimming pool.
House Of Phoebe
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-6Phoebe is a large, traditional island house which has been converted with care to produce a beautiful private home
Kaliopi Apartment
At Kioni | Sleeps 2Kaliopi is set back from the little village street and is just a minute’s walk away from the waterfront. The apartment has been attractively finished in pine and ceramic floortiles.
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Lorenzo's House
at Kioni | Sleeps 2-4Lorenzo’s House is in the hilltop hamlet of Rachi above Kioni and has one of the best vantage positions with magnificent views across the sea to the islands of Lefkas, Meganissi, Atokos, Kastos, Arkoudi and the Greek mainland
Petrino House
Near Frikes | Sleeps 2-5Reached by a small country lane, which cuts through the valley of olive groves behind the little port of Frikes, Petrino House provides total privacy but is just a short distance from the waterfront shops and tavernas
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The Lefki Villas
Near Agios Yannis Beach | Sleeps 2-4A small road leads down from the small village of Lefki, perched up high on Ithaca's west coast, to the clear waters of Agios Yannis beach.
Villa Apaggio
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2-5The local word ‘Apaggio’ means a peaceful recluse. From Vathy a road winds its way south through a beautiful, undulating landscape with only a very few houses and dramatic views to the sea.
Villa Helena
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2-5This modern villa, set in terraced gardens, has a private, countrified location and has unobstructed views over a valley of vineyards and olive groves and across the sea to the Greek mainland.
Island locations in Ithaca
Use the map to explore each of the locations on Ithaca to which you can take a Greek Island Villa Holiday.
