Lefkada ferries are the sea links that connect the island to its Ionian neighbours, sailing from the ports of Nydri and Vasiliki to Meganisi, Kefalonia and Ithaca. Unusually among Greek islands, Lefkada itself needs no ferry: a causeway and a floating bridge carry the road straight onto the island from the mainland, so cars simply … Read more
Captain Corelli’s Mandolin links the novel by Louis de Bernieres, the film directed by John Madden, and the real island of Kefalonia where both are set. The story unfolds during the Second World War, when Italian and then German forces occupied the largest of the Ionian islands. At its heart are Antonio Corelli, an Italian … Read more
The Fiskardo beaches sit at the northern tip of Kefalonia, ringed around the pastel harbour village that survived the earthquake. This stretch of coast trades long sandy strands for small pebble coves set in woods of pine and cypress. The water is the draw here, clear and turquoise over pale stone, and much of it … Read more
Agia Efimia sits on the east coast of Kefalonia, on a wide bay about 9 km north of Sami and around 30 km from Argostoli. The village grew around a working quay, and that quay still sets the daily rhythm. Yachts running the Ionian circuit tie up stern-to along the front, and masts line the … Read more
Xi beach lies on the south coast of the Paliki peninsula, about 8 km southwest of Lixouri. Argostoli stands roughly 40 km away by the road around the gulf. The sand is fine and red-orange, the water shallow and warm, and white clay cliffs line the back of the shore. The beach faces south, which … Read more
Agios Gerasimos Monastery stands in the Omala plain, a flat upland basin in the centre of Kefalonia. The enclosure lies about 12 km southeast of the capital. It gathers an old low church that holds the saint’s relics in a silver reliquary, a large modern church raised beside it. A narrow underground cell reached by … 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 offers diverse accommodations, each catering to different travel needs. From bustling Argostoli to the serene northern villages, there’s a perfect spot for everyone. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. 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 … 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
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. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. This quaint village is a hub of activity, with a quay lined with tavernas and … Read more