Lixouri faces Argostoli across the Gulf, about 4 kilometres of water and a 20 to 30 minute ferry ride from the capital of Kefalonia. The town is the island’s second settlement and the centre of the Paliki peninsula, a farmed, low-lying quarter in the southwest that most visitors see only from the opposite shore. Its … Read more
Antisamos beach occupies a wide bay on the east coast of Kefalonia, about 4 km from the port of Sami over a green ridge. White pebbles line the shore, the water deepens within metres of the waterline, and hills covered in trees close the bay on three sides. The open side looks east across the … Read more
Drogarati cave sits in the low hills above Sami, on the east coast of Kefalonia. The entrance stands about 3 kilometres from the port town and around 25 kilometres from Argostoli. A stairway drops through a narrow opening into one great chamber hung with stalactites. Stalagmites rise from the floor to meet them, and columns … Read more
Kefalonia rewards travellers who match the month to the plan. The largest of the Ionian Islands runs a long main season. It opens in late spring and closes in early autumn, and each stretch of it delivers a different island. Spring paints Mount Ainos and the Omala valley green, and leaves Myrtos almost empty. July … Read more
Mount Ainos rises about 1,628 metres over the southeast of Kefalonia and stands as the highest mountain in the Ionian Islands. Its dark fir forest covers the upper slopes, and the whole massif carries protection as Ainos National Park, the smallest national park in Greece. The mountain sits roughly 25 kilometres east of Argostoli, close … Read more
Kefalonia offers diverse accommodations, each catering to different travel needs. From bustling Argostoli to the serene northern villages, there’s a perfect spot for everyone. Explore the island’s unique areas, their attractions, and what makes each a great base for your Kefalonia adventure. Whether you prefer beaches, culture, or nature, Kefalonia has it all. What makes … Read more
Kefalonia sits in the Ionian Sea off western Greece. Two routes carry every visitor there: the air route into Kefalonia Airport and the sea route into the island’s ferry ports. The airport, coded EFL, lies about 9 km south of Argostoli and handles domestic flights from Athens through the year, with scheduled and charter services … Read more
Sami sits on the east coast of Kefalonia, about 25 kilometres by road from the capital at Argostoli. The low town spreads around a wide bay below green hills, rebuilt on a flat plan after the earthquake. Sami works as the second port of the island, sending ferries east to Ithaca and south to the … Read more
Fiskardo, located at the northern tip of Kefalonia, is a picturesque harbour village known for its Venetian-era architecture. Unlike much of the island, Fiskardo largely survived the Ionian earthquake, preserving its historic charm. This quaint village is a hub of activity, with a quay lined with tavernas and cafes, and a sheltered bay frequented by … Read more
Assos sits on the northwest coast of Kefalonia, about 36 kilometres north of Argostoli. The village stands on a narrow isthmus that ties the main island to a pine-covered peninsula crowned by a Venetian castle. Pastel houses in ochre, pink and blue ring a sheltered cove with a small pebble beach and a short quay … Read more