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Introduction
Thankfully, Ithaca having no airport, has not succumbed to over-commercialisation. It is this lack of mainstream tourism, coupled with its mythological past, which makes it an island well worth visiting. Although many people have heard of Ithaca, relatively few come to stay. For those that do, their reward is a peaceful, strongly traditional Greek island, mountainous and scenic, with some very pretty villages and sparsely populated beaches.
Ithaca divides into two halves. Mount Aetos, which joins north with south, is barely half a mile in width at its narrowest point. The highest peak on the island is Neritos at just over 800 metres. The west coast is very rugged, with sheer mountainside rising steeply from the sea for much of its length. The east side is gentler, and its indented coastline provides several natural harbours, which is where Ithaca’s three main coastal villages – Frikes, Kioni and Vathy – are to be found.
Frikes is the smallest of the three and delightfully sleepy, with a lazy, very Greek air. Four tavernas and a café or two front the sea here, which doubles as the mooring place for a line of colourful fishing boats. With the mountain behind, and green hills to either side, Frikes enjoys a very natural, unspoiled setting and offers good walking country.
Kioni is very pretty indeed and is inevitably busy in high season. The horseshoe bay, backed by wooded hills, is lined with elegant neo-classical houses and some very nice white-pebble beaches can be found within a 15 minute walk.
There is often a flotilla moored up, and a number of good family-run restaurants and small shops around the harbour. The bay itself has three or four beaches dotted around it. With the hire of a boat it is easy – and fun – to discover others beyond it for yourself.
Vathy is the charming island capital. Built along the sides of a long fjordlike bay, Vathy has some lovely old buildings along its expansive waterfront. There are some good beaches dotted around the peninsula to the east, and in season small water-taxis will take you to and fro.
Scuba diving, snorkeling and sea kayak excursions can be arranged from Vathy by our island representative.
There is a bus service between the three seaside villages but this is limited so car hire would be a good idea for further exploration of the island.
Was Ithaca really the homeland of Odysseus? There are plenty of clues – certain descriptions and places Homer mentions do seem to fit – and it is fun to do a little detective work and see if you agree.
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Getting there
Sunday day flight from Gatwick,Manchester and a range of regional airports toKefalonia.1 hour transfer to Sami port for your ferry or charter boat crossing toIthaca(45 mins). There is then a 20 - 40 minute onward transfer to your chosen accommodation.Other flight days and odd durations are possible to much of our accommodation and we are very happy to quote for bespoke holidays.
Multi-Centre Options
Why not combine a stay in Ithaca with Kefalonia?
A regular ferry service connects the Ionian Islands from Corfu in the north to Zakynthos in the south. Ports of call, in order, are: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkas, Meganissi, Ithaca, Kefalonia, Zakynthos. North and Southbound sailings are on alternate days and can be used as part of an island hopping itinerary.
Car and motorboat hire
We can arrange car and motorboat hire on Ithaca.
Small Boat Hire
We can pre-book small fibreglass motorboats licensed for up to 5 persons from Frikes, Kioni and Vathy (no previous experience required). Prices are from £49 per day with a minimum of 3 days. Mountain bikes and E-bikes can also be hired.
Representative
Our resident representative is based in Kioni and will visit all areas
Useful information
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020 8568 4499
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Jackie Gogonas
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Time Difference
GMT + 2 hours
Currency
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Language
Greek
Average flight times
3 hours 20 minutes to Kefalonia . Then an onward transfer to Ithaca
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Holidays in Ithaca
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Kioni Apartments
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Aug 25th 2024 & Oct 20th 2024
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2 Adults
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Self Catering
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Manchester Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £829.00
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Agnandio Apartments
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Aug 17th 2024 & Nov 10th 2024
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2 Adults
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Self Catering
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London Heathrow Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £905.00
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Georgakis House
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Aug 18th 2024 & Oct 20th 2024
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2 Adults
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Self Catering
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Manchester Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £939.00
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Lorenzos House
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Sep 29th 2024 & Oct 20th 2024
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2 Adults
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Self Catering
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London Gatwick Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £1,196.50
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Pilikata House
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Sep 29th 2024 & Oct 13th 2024
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2 Adults
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Self Catering
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London Gatwick Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £1,260.00
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Nostos Hotel
Greece, Ithaca
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Departing between Sep 1st 2024 & Oct 20th 2024
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2 Adults
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Bed & Breakfast
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London Gatwick Airport
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7 Nights
Per Person from £1,393.00
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