3 Region Greece Cruise 2025

Day 1: Corfu

This Greek island used to belong to Italians. The town of Kerkira is an evidence of such influence - Venetian labyrinth of streets, garlands of laundry ropes high above the head and coffee aroma streaming from every open door.

If time allows, stop by the St. Spiridon Orthodox Cathedral on your commute from the airport to the port. It is one of the most prominent Christian Saints.

Day 2: Kefalonia

Kefalonia is the island of sailors and mountain climbers, Greeks and Venetians, winemakers and travelers. Here stands Enom – the tallest mountain of Ionic islands (1628m), covered with unique pine trees. Those willing to make a pilgrim tour may get into the Saint Gerasim monastery. There you will find an ancient sycamore tree still standing, said to have been planted by the saint himself. His cave-cell is located under the building of the monastery. Then we shall go for Andrew the First-Called Apostle monastery, the museum with miracle-making icons of Stephano Tsagarol, the Monastery of Saint Crucifixion in Pessado and the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary with benches. It is also possible to pop into the local winery, where six kinds of Kefalonian wine are being made out of Robola grape.

Another excursion will go to the famous Drogarati cave with stalactites, stalagmites and unusual acoustics, due to which Maria Kallas and Luchano Povarotti took the floor there once. Then the observation ground above the famous beach Mirtos awaits us, followed by a lunch in the picturesque nearby village of Agia Efimia. Our trip will end with the visit to the underground lake Melissani; the cave that once stood over it was destroyed during an earthquake. Now the lake is exposed to the sun, which creates beautiful light show on the water with colors ranging from sky-blue to intense dark-blue.

Day 3: Katakolon

Port for the homeland of Olympic Games

Katakolo is a gateway for the archaeological site of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Adjacent to the port is the sunken ancient city and port of Pheia. 

The small city itself is picturesque and offers a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, and shops. And the view to the traditional lighthouse. Try kreokakavos, oktapodi or musaka in Olympia taverns. 

More gastronomy awaits you at the Magna Grecia farm. The property has an olive press museum and offers tastings and full lunches. 

Be sure to visit reconstructed interactive exhibits-replicas of the ancient greek inventions in Museum of Ancient Greek Technology in Olympia. Katakolon also features a similar museum. 

A short distance from the port of Katakolo, there are many diverse beaches, mostly sandy.

Day 4: Pylos

Mirriad of beaches across a vast bay, lagoon with flamingos, waterfalls, caves, castles, tombs, kayaking and diving, golf center and natural resorts - entwine activities into a hit pack in Pylos. 

Pylos is built amphitheatrically in the bay of Navarino, where the historic battle took place, and is defined by the Isle Sfaktiria. In Pylos there are many historical and natural attractions. Among them, Paleokastro, Niokastro,the cave of Nestor, the lagoon of Gialova, the bay of ​​Voidokilia - one of the most spectacular beaches and bays of Greece. The impressive ancient trees that dominate the Square of Trion Navarchon, downtown, combined with the breathtaking views of Sfaktiria Island create a separate idyllic atmosphere. Alternatively, you can visit Methoni castle to the south of Pylos. 

Very few towns in Greece gather this many myths.  Hercules, Odyssey, Jason. Trojan War, Argonauts, and Odyssey. Zeus, Athena, Poseidon, and Hades. According to Homer, Pylos was the kingdom of Nestor.

Day 5: Gythion

Former port of Sparta

Gythio is a quiet charming fishing town with authentic architecture and very few tourists. Gythio is also a base for excursions to legendary Sparta and Mistras.

Fish taverns and beautiful mansions line up the port. Laconia region is famous for its citrus trees, figs, and tomatoes, as well as wine, ouzo, and tsipouro. Try ham in Mani and xoriatiko loukaniko in Sparta, which is a type of sausage. This place is surrounded by nice beaches. Mavrovouni is the most beautiful and longest beach close to Gythio, where the sea turtles Caretta-caretta go to lay their eggs in summer.

Back in antiquity it was a port of Sparta.There is the islet of Cranae right at the entrance port. Here according to legend Paris of Troy and Helen from Sparta spent their first night together before departing for Troy, thus igniting the Trojan War.

Day 6: Monemvasia

Medieval city on a rock

Monemvasia is a Medieval Castle Town, exclusively carved on a huge rock looking as if it came down from a fairy tale. The island is linked to the mainland by a short causeway 200m in length.

Go back in time wondering in paved narrow streets, viewing the elegant stone mansions and the Byzantine churches, such as the church of Agia Sofia and Christ Elkomenos. Do not also miss the breathtaking sea view from the top of the Castle during your Monemvasia holidays. 

Try Greek Malvasia wine. In 12-15th centuries this wine ruled the Europe. The name "Malvasia" comes from Italian word "Malvasia" for Monemvasia; because it was a trading center.

Monemvasia is also mentioned in the story of Cervantes. 

Day 7: Hydra

Hydra, a picturesque port town located on the Saronic Gulf, is a must-visit destination on any Greece itinerary. This charming town is famous for its unspoiled beauty, crystal-clear waters, and traditional architecture.

The town of Hydra is a pedestrian paradise, where cars are banned, so visitors can enjoy walking through the narrow streets and alleys, admiring the white-washed houses, and the colorful bougainvillea flowers. As you stroll along the cobblestone streets, you'll find yourself transported back in time to the days of ancient Greece.

For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, Hydra is a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. The crystal-clear waters around the island are home to a diverse range of marine life, including colorful fish, octopus, and even sea turtles.

Day 8: Athens-Piraeus

Ten kilometres southwest of central Athens, Piraeus is dazzling in its scale, its seemingly endless quays filled with ferries, ships and hydrofoils. While technically its own city, it melds into the Athens sprawl, with close to half a million people living in the greater area.

The most attractive quarter lies east around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano harbours. The latter is lined with cafes, restaurants and bars often filled with people who've disembarked from their yachts for the day.