Zante's Venetian Echoes
Overview
The Ionian Islands, consisting of Zante, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Ithaca, Paxoi, and Kythira, lie west of Greece’s mainland. This paradise is renowned for its pristine beaches, captivating sea, and lush Mediterranean landscape. The Zante cruise package offers a week at sea, exploring Kefalonia, Ithaca, Atokos, and Meganisi (Lefkada). It’s ideal for adventurers interested in heritage and historical sightseeing. All cabins feature comfortable amenities like mattresses, reading lights, wardrobes, electric fans, A/C units, hairdryers, and private toilets with showers.Small Ship Cruising
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Itinerary
For the first day, as it is the arrival day, we won’t embark from the port, at least not until 17:00, thus in case you have arrived prior to the embarkation and have some time left, we suggest you roam around Zante’s main port and enjoy some local Greek seafood, by one of the many local restaurants, located on the marina!
If you have plenty of time, be sure to check out the Byzantine Museum, as well, which is located in the heart of Zante’s main town, the national Marine Park and the famous Lagana Bay strip!
In the evening, get to know your fellow travelers, while we have our welcome dinner, on board!
On day two, we will be heading to Kefalonia’s Agia Efimia, which is a traditional fishing village centered on a small harbor.
It contains a number of taverns, bars and shops, a traditional wood-fired bakery, as well as tourist accommodations and local residences.
In the evening, stroll through this beautiful, picturesque village and take your pick of Greek eats, from the idyllic tavern-lined promenade, where you can watch the sunset while enjoying your traditional Greek food!
Optional activity - Melissani Cave.
With plenty of secluded bays and scattered sea caves with shallow waters, this part of Kefalonia is every explorer’s dream!
Enjoy your lunch on the vessel, while we sail towards bustling Fiskardo, the most iconic village in Kefalonia.
Visit the pebbled Antisamos beach and sandy Harami beach and admire Greek nature, from up close.
Full of bars and tavernas Fiskardo is the epitome of old-school Greek charm.
On day 4, we will head to Lefkada, and Nidri specifically, which is Lefkada’s most famous port. While in Nidri, you will have the chance to explore its famous local markets, which are packed with Greek products/foods, souvenirs, and other “goodies”!
Laying in between Kefalonia, and Meganissi, Lefkada offers a unique combination, of crystal-clear waters and dark green forest scenery!
Optional activity - Lefkas oil tasting.
With white pebble beaches, striking blue seas and its lush green countryside, Meganisi is one of Greece’s best-kept secrets.
On the fifth day, we sail to Meganisi!
You can easily explore this town with a rental bike/car, bicycle or even on foot!
Watch the fisherman go about their work, from one of the seafront cafes, before enjoying some of the best seafood at one of the excellent local taverns, that stock the best catch of the day, the Island has to offer!
On day six, we leave Meganisi behind and we will sail to Ithaca, which many people do not know about, as this beautiful Island is often “overshadowed” by its complex main Island, Kefalonia.
On the way to Ithaca, we might stop to Atokos Island, a private inhabited island, where wild pigs live freely on the island.
That said, we will enjoy our lunch onboard, as usual and we will look specifically for coastal relaxation at some of its many secluded bay coves, to anchor there and enjoy the beautiful Greek night sky!
Optional activity - Odysseus Bus Tour.
Before we head back to Zante, we might visit the beautiful Shipwreck Beach and village on the east coast of the island, enjoying an onboard lunch on the way for some final sweeping sea views!
We spend the night in the Marina of Zante Old Town, where we enjoy a Captain’s dinner with the group in our final farewell.
Optional activity - Zante Greek Night.
As we have successfully cruised around Zante and its island complex, this is our departure day..
We say goodbye to each other, take some last photos and head back!
Hopefully, though, we will see you again. Until then, we wish you all the best!
Inclusions
Onboard Standard Ensuite Accommodation
The Crew (Captain, Engineer, Steward, Chef)
The Daily Fuel Consumption (4 hours/day)
Half Board (Buffet Breakfast - Plated Lunch)
Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Dinner
Private Beach & Swim Stops
Use of Snorkeling Equipment
Basic Bath Amenities
Free Cellular Wi-Fi (Subject to Limitation)
A/C (Subject to Limitation)
VAT
Exclusions
Superior En Suite Accommodation
Optional Excursions/ Activities
Accommodation, pre/post cruise
Local Transportation
Full Board/Dinners
Drinks/Drink Packages
Overnight A/C & Fan
Beach/Deck Towels
SUP / Kayak
Port Fees: AUD 357/person (Mandatory Change)
Flights – Not Optional
Kindly note, that although not included, all the above-mentioned exclusions, except the flights are optional.
Notes
The Ionian Islands, consisting of Zante, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Ithaca, Paxoi, and Kythira, lie west of Greece’s mainland. This paradise is renowned for its pristine beaches, captivating sea, and lush Mediterranean landscape.
Instructions:
Meeting Point : Zante’s Old Port
Check-in (Embarkation): Saturday (May-October) at 17:00
Departure: Sunday (May-October) at 09:00
Check-out (Disembarkation): Following Saturday at 09:00
Note
The itinerary is subject to change, due to inclement weather, difficulties at docking, or further unforeseen circumstances. This decision will be made solely at your captain’s discretion, based on the vessel’s and group’s safety.
If all passengers are onboard before 17:00 on Saturday, the vessel will most probably depart to Ag. Nikolaos (North Zante), instead of departing the following DISEMBARKATION day on Sunday.
Meeting Point:
All our vessels embark/disembark on Zante Main Port.
Meeting Point Port of Zakynthos
We can arrange private transfers to and from your preferred location, tailored to your needs, either before or after your cruise.
Operational and Important Information:
1. All cabin lights, fans, showers, and toilets onboard, work at 24V. Additionally, as the vessels are equipped with batteries that
supply an output of 24V, there is no need for an external power supply for the electronics inside your cabin to operate.
2. The onboard Wi-Fi router works only when the vessels are connected to the equivalent port’s power supply, or while the onboard generator is working.
3. The A/C on board is working only when the generator is on and running but unfortunately due to local port regulations,
generators are prohibited from working after midnight.
4. The power supply from the shores at Zante’s Port, Ag. Effimia, Nydri and Ithaca (weak infrastructure) is not powerful enough to operate all our A/C units simultaneously.
Note: The ports we dock at, at Ag. Nikolaos, Fiskardo and Meganisi, do not have electricity at all.
5. The standard daily operating hours for all onboard A/C devices is up to 6 hours and does not include any type of overnight service. For the overnight A/C service, you will have to upgrade your cabin entry, at an additional cost of AUD 333 per person.
6. Onboard cleaning service includes daily basic floor cleaning, dusting, bin changing, bathroom cleaning and the sanitization of all shared areas. During the weekly cruise, our stewards change sheets and bath towels once.
7. Cabin keys are not provided for locking the cabins. If you have personal belongings that you wish to keep secure, you can entrust them to the Captain for safekeeping.
8. Regarding shower water, you can have a shower at any given time of the day.
Keep in mind that when the gulet is docked at any of the ports we visit, the engines are turned off, the water flow is reduced, and thus there is in no warm/hot water after midnight. Also, all water tanks onboard are limited, meaning when multiple cabins shower at once, hot water is likely to run out faster. If this happens, and you do not have warm/hot water available, inform your operating Captain so that he can activate the water heater. After 15 to 20 minutes, you will have warm/hot water again.
Important Note: The only additional expenses passengers need to take into consideration are the local port fees, which all guests need to pay in cash, at their arrival directly to the Captain. The port fees are at AUD 357 per person.
Port Information:
The ports we dock at, at Ag. Nikolaos, Ag. Effimia, Ithaca, Fiskardo, Meganisi, Nydri (Lefkada) and Zante are public. The only exception is Meganisi’s port, which is private. This means that all ports we visit, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. For this reason, and especially during the high season.
(July and August), our vessels typically dock between 2:30 and 4:30 PM to secure a berth for the night.
Thus, our Captains are not able to reserve a docking birth beforehand and that is why, the earlier we arrive at each port, the more likely will we find berthing availability.
Regarding our cabins, we do have a variety of doubles/twins (lower beds/bunk beds) and a few triples and quads, depending on your cruise package and demand.
*We cannot guarantee any specific bank ATM at any of the destinations we visit, so we advise you to have cash during the cruise.
Please note that the prices tend to increase from those listed below, as prices fluctuate, depending on the availability and the period.
The stated prices are subject to change without any notice. Keep in mind, that as the departure date of the sailing tour comes closer, the prices might increase, so it is wise to book in advance and secure the cheapest price possible!
In case of any price increase/decrease, you will be informed in time, accordingly. Prices fluctuate regularly, in line with the demand. Our Price Promise ensures clients, who book early, that they will never have to pay more, than those who book quite after them.
