Sail around the magnificent entire island of Ithaca on this amazing daily cruise! Where you will swim in the sparkling waters of Gidaki beach which is only accessible by boat! Your next stop will be at the charming village of Vathy where you will explore local shops, visit museums and walk along the beautiful harbor! Following along to the village of Kioni, where you will stroll through the flower-filled alleys, taste local sweets, and relax by the cosmopolitan harbor! Your last stop at Ammoudi beach will be the perfect swim to end your daily cruise all around this breathtaking island! Sail around the magnificent entire island of Ithaca on this amazing daily cruise! You will have the opportunity to swim in the unspoiled beaches & discover Homer's homeland!

Embark on a scenic cruise to Ithaca aboard a spacious Ocean Star 51.2 ft sailing yacht. Depart from Agia Efimia to. experience beautiful beaches and go swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch, snacks, and drinks on board. Meet in the morning at the picturesque harbor of Agia Efimia and board the modern sailing boat. Be greeted by the crew and set sail toward the south of Ithaca, with a first swim stop at Talaros Beach, where you can snorkel in its crystalline blue-green waters, and have a snack or drink at the end. Set course toward the paradise on earth, called Gidaki Beach. Be impressed by the turquoise blue waters and the natural landscape with the scenic, lush vegetation. Find a pebbled beach with larger pebbles on the western side and smaller ones on the east. Leave toward another tour highlight, Skinos Bay Beach, where you'll eat lunch along with soft drinks, beers, and local wine. Skinos is the bay to the east of Ithaca, with the homonymous beach. It is surrounded by pine trees and the scenery is breathtaking. After lunch, keep sailing to the east coast of Ithaca and Filiatro Beach. The waters of Filiatro's bay are calm, warm, and smooth, ideal for swimming. Once you have taken your fill of this little gem of Ithaca, sail back to Agia Efimia to arrive in the early evening. If you are also lucky enough, you can even see dolphins, sea turtles as well as rare migratory birds cruising alongside our boat.

Legend says it was ruled over by Odysseus, who returned to its shores after fighting against Troy. Hear more mythical tales as you cruise over to the island and tour its highlights. Explore the capital of Vathi, with its horseshoe-shaped harbor. Then, take the boat for a mini cruise to Kioni, one of the island’s prettiest ports, with flower-decked houses and a picturesque harbor. It’s absolutely charming. Enjoy a boat ride and swim on a beautiful secluded beach. A great chance to be a part of Odysseus' myth! Enjoy the scenic cruise route from Vathi to Kioni. Pass by the Stavros village for a coffee stop on our way back to Piso Aetos port.

Together we will visit the capital of the island Vathy, where you can join the locals to take coffee at the main square, explore the quaint narrow streets or visit the local museum. As the home of the Greek King, Odysseus, Ithaca is stepped in Greek mythology ready for you to discover! At the highest point of the island sits Kathara Monastery, which provides the perfect setting for you to take incredible photographs of the whole island before we head down to the idyllic town of Stavros; a typical village where you can truly appreciate the local charm of this amazing island, where it appears that time stood still. Some of the sights in Stavros are the beautiful church of Sotiras which stands in the central square of the village and the archaeological museum. Lunch will be enjoyed in the harbour side town Κioni. Here you will be met with a wonderful choice of traditional taverns where you can have lunch next to the sea. Seeing the place gives you a better understanding of what you have read about it, it is clear why Ithaca, a rough and rugged land surrounded by magic and colourful coves, gave birth to the brilliant, resourceful, ingenious Odysseus.