Highlights of Kefalonia


5 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

Passing through the Mount Aenos we will arrive in the area of Omala Valley and we will find the largest religious monument in Kefalonia having been established in 1560 by St. Gerasimos, the patron saint of the island. You cannot pass from Kefalonia without tasting a glass of the famous local wine or other traditional products at a Winery which operates as an exhibition of wines, alcoholic beverages & traditional products of Kefalonia and other Ionian Islands, located in this area. Continuing we will visit t the subterranean lake of Melissani, where small boats carrying visitors to admire the spectacular sight of the stalactites and the changing kaleidoscopic colors of the water and Drogarati Cave, discovered 300 years ago when an earthquake exposed the entrance. Leaving the caves we will meet another beautiful location surrounded by sea and fir tree cloaked mountains, Agia Efimia. On the way back snap some postcard-worthy photos from the top of the hill of Myrtos Bay.

Inclusions

  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Port pick up
  • Entry/Admission - Melissani Cave
  • Entry/Admission - Monastery of Agios Gerasimos
  • Entry/Admission - Drogarati Cave

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Monastery of Agios Gerasimos, Omala Plain Frangata Greece

In the area of Omala Valley you we will find the largest religious monument in Kefalonia having been established in 1560 by St. Gerasimos, the patron saint of the island.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Vassilakis Winery Kefalonia, Valsamata 281 00, Greece

The Vassilakis Distillery – Winery in Kefalonia was renovated in May 2018 and operates as an exhibition of wines, alcoholic beverages & traditional products of Kefalonia and the Ionian Islands. The winery is located in Valsamata village, in Omala valley, very close to Agios Gerasimos Monastery. It is also next to the old village Valsamata, on of Kefallonia’s hidden diamonds.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Drogarati Cave, Chaliotata 280 80 Greece

Visit inside

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Melissani Cave, Melissani Lake, Karavomylos, Sami 28080 Greece

Visit inside & Boat-ride

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Agia Efimia Chandlers, Port of Agia Efimia, Agia Efimia 280 81 Greece

Short stop

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Myrtos Beach, Pylaros Ionian Islands, Cephalonia, 280 81 Greece

Photo stop above the Myrtos Beach

Duration: 10 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Stroller accessible
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • At time of booking, Holidaymakers in Kefalonia must provide the following information : Hotel information and Location
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
230cheungh
September 2021

First day I asked them about the tour “Highlights of Kefalonia”, they explained that they need to cancel one stop (the monastery), but will visit other stops and the Winery, which the tour fee included the entrance fee. Total would be €40. On the second day (Departure), they SUDDENLY CANCELED t...

mariakQ1176BF
August 2021

This island is incredibly beautiful and this company knows how to organize excursions to enjoy it to the fullest. The tour was amazing and Giuliana the guide is really fun and full of excitement and information that is interesting about the places we visited. I would 100% recommend this service ...

Wraith68
February 2020

Great cave with crystal clear water. Our guide was informative, friendly and not in a rush which allowed us to take it all in. Simply stunning. Gift shop on site with refreshments too.

147gaile
November 2019

Enjoyed the variety of stops and learning about the island. A great way to see all of Kefalonia in a short time. Our guide was very knowledgeable and firendly.

Gary G
November 2019

We did not have high expectations regarding this tour of an island our cruise ship happened to be stopping at. We were very pleasantly surprised, however. The tour guide, Maria, was wonderful, the stops-- a small winery, an underground cavern, a hidden grotto, and others-- were quite special, a...

Laraine S
September 2019

After waiting in a queue in the unrelenting sun for an hour, the boat trip took less than 5 minutes and at 7 euros each is unacceptable .

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