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Family cruise 8-day Adventure Tour Ionian Islands
On board a two-masted wooden motor sailer, this multi-adventure cruise takes us to the Ionian Islands spread out along the west coast of Greece. Here we see Hellas at its greenest. This tour takes us from Corfu to the Island of Lefkas, with its white chalk cliffs and picture perfect beaches as well as to the Island of Cephalonia with its picture perfect village of Fiskardo and the enchanting Melissani Cave. On Meganisi and Paxos – an island all covered in olive trees – where time seems to have stood still, we may have unforgettable insights into traditional Greek island life. For seven days we explore the unique island and coastal world by boat & bike, canoe, and on foot. This family-friendly cruise leaves a lot of room for fun, games and spontaneity. Biking, hiking, canoeing, swimming or relaxing on board: You decide each day what you feel like doing. Our tour guide is familiar with the country and gladly gives advises and makes suggestions, accompanies us at the various activities and can tell us a lot about the lively history of Greece.
Our multi-adventure programs offer a combination of small bike tours and hikes. The bike tours are accompanied by a local guide. The tours are simple and do not require any particular level of fitness. The small hikes take place on good paths, sometimes paved, and also require no particular level of fitness. Should certain activities require a higher level of fitness, your guide will inform you of this prior to taking part in the activity.
Please beware that our smallest children’s bike is suitable for a minimum height of 1.20 m. For smaller children trailer bikes and bike seats can be rented on request.
These tours are especially suited for children. Please have in mind that we can supply rental bikes only for a body height of at least 4.2 ft./1,30 m. On request, we can supply children’s seats and trailer bikes (additional fee: 20 euro/week).
The Panagiota is an affectionately restored two-masted motor yacht, which is 23 ft. (7 m) wide and 75 ft. (23 m) long. It was built in 1990 and modernized in 2001 in conformity with the requirements of cruises. 6 cabins below deck and 4 cabins above deck are at the guests’ disposal. All cabins are air-conditioned and equipped with a French bed (4.6 ft. wide), one single bed and private shower and toilet. There is room for all guests in the spacious saloon to have the meals, to regenerate or to spend some time with new friends. When the weather conditions are fine the guests can have the meals outside on the shaded rear deck. The spacious sun deck, equipped with cozy mats, invites to have a sun bath and to relax.
The on-board chef is a member of the crew and prepares the breakfast and one or two warm meals a day. The catering consists of 2 x full board and 5 x half board and starts with the dinner on the arrival day and ends with the breakfast on the departure day.
There is no WiFi connection offered on board this ship. If you need to connect to the internet during the tour, we recommend to take your portable electronic device to a cafe or bar somewhere in the harbour. Free WiFi is on offer almost everywhere. If you order something to eat or drink, then you are able to use the WiFi to your hearts content.
This tour is conducted bilingually, in English and German.
If you would like to rent a Hybrid Bike (80 EUR) or E-Bike (245 EUR), please contact [email protected] when booking
With three persons sharing a cabin (limited availability), we offer a 200 euro discount per person (not combinable with other discounts).
Children up to the age of 16 receive a discount of 450 euro on the tour base price (double occupancy, not combinable with other discounts).
Slow Tours offers a number of other Adventure Tours in Europe
Corfu Island/Corfu city (Embarkation)
Individual arrival at Corfu and collective transfer from the airport to the ship. At 2 pm you can start checking in on the Panagiota. The tour begins with a joint dinner on board. Overnight on Corfu.
Corfu Island – Paxos Island (aprx. 4,5 mi. / 7 km by bike)
After breakfast we cast off and cruise to the olive island of Paxos. Paxos is the smallest of the seven Ionian Islands with a higher population of olive trees then people – 32 km² are home to over 250,000 olive trees! They cover the island in a wonderful silver green shimmer. The natural harbor of Gaios is unique and provides a special atmosphere during our stay here. In the afternoon, we take a short bike ride along the coast to Kaki Lagkada beach, where you can swim in the crystal clear Ionian Sea. The evening can be spent relaxing in a local tavern in Gaios.
Paxos Island - Lefkas Island (aprx. 5 mi. / 8 km by bike)
In the morning we cruise to Lefkas Island, Lefkas City, but before arriving we anchor near Antipaxos for a swim stop from the boat. After a long cruise we reach a narrow channel with an original swing bridge which connects the Greek mainland with the island. From Lefkas City we start our tour around the lagoon and can enjoy a second swim at the white sand beach, Agios Ioannis. After returning to the boat, we navigate our way to Nidri where we will spend the evening and the night.
Lefkas Island - Cephalonia Island (aprx. 6 mi. / 10 km by bike)
In the morning we ride from Nidri through olive groves to a nearby waterfall. If we are lucky, a steady stream of water will enable us to take a refreshing swim. Following the excursion we make our way to Fiskardo on the island of Cephalonia. This port, located at the northern tip of the island, delights us with its colourful little houses and many cafes and bars along the picturesque harbour promenade. An evening walk of approx. 30 minutes takes us to a pretty lighthouse. Overnight in Fiskardo.
Cephalonia Island - Meganisi Island (aprx. 12,5 mi. / 15 km by bike)
After a short crossing by boat we reach the harbour of Sami. Today’s bike tour starts here and leads us along the coastline to the enchanting Melissani Cave
accessible only by row boat. A visit to a donkey farm, knowledge and fun at the same time for all ages, is next on the agenda before the tour takes us back to the boat. The boat meets us in Sami and takes us for a well-deserved swim break! Our journey then takes us further to Meganisi, a charming island where we spend the night.
Meganisi Island – Arillas (aprx. 4 mi. / 6 km by bike)
After breakfast we have the chance to explore Meganisi on our bike. Afterwards a long crossing will take us to Arillas, an idyllic and peaceful place along west coast of Greece, close to Perdika on the Greek mainland. A stroll along the sandy beach or a swim around Panagiota (the boat) rounds off the day. We spend the night in Arillas.
Arillas – Corfu Island (aprx. 8 mi. / 12 km by bike)
In the morning our bike tour leads us along remote streets under the shade of old olive trees through a national park and along a little river until we reach the monastery of Agios Athanasios, which we visit. The Panagiota awaits us for our last crossing back to Corfu. Here we can enjoy a celebratory evening meal before reflecting on our wonderful adventures of the week.
Corfu Island/Corfu city (Disembarkation)
After breakfast, check-out, collective transfer to the airport on request and individual return home, or holiday extension on the island of Corfu.
We reserve the right to make changes to the planned route due to changing wind and weather conditions, and where required by organizational necessities.
Tours marked with are special prices.
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25 2025 | Aug 01 2025 | 18 | Single rooms | 2,849€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,899€ | |||||
| Aug 01 2025 | Aug 08 2025 | 18 | Single rooms | 2,849€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,899€ | |||||
| Aug 08 2025 | Aug 15 2025 | 18 | Single rooms | 2,849€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,899€ |
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