Greece Bike and Sail

Lifestyle Cycling Tour from $2,415 NZD

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8 Days
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  • Best time to travel: June - August
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Discover the idyllic Ionian islands from your bike and a 2-masted yacht.

The whitewashed houses and crystal blue waters are the stuff that dreams are made of.

We start from the busy playground of Corfu, then the unforgettable bird sanctuary island of Lefkas. Next, mountainous Cephalonia and its vibrant port Fiskardo, and peaceful Ithaca, mythical home of Odysseus. Last, the beautiful olive woods of tiny Paxos.

You'll stay on board an air-conditioned motor yacht, with excellent Greek cuisine.

Corfu to Corfu

Corfu International Airport
  • Lifestyle
  • Grade
  • EUR720 single room surcharge
  • EUR50 pp upper level deck
  • Bike hire included
  • This tour is invoiced in EUR
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Greece Bike and Sail Fitness and Preparation

Average-to-good fitness is required. Daily distances are short at 20-50 km, but often involve hill climbs. Roads are mostly asphalted. You can also choose to skip a bike tour, and sunbathe or relax on the yacht instead.

Mild Tours

Mild tours are designed for people with an interest and possibly some experience in the cycling activities. The routes chosen require reasonable fitness and experience on different terrain. Mild tours are suitable for increasing your fitness and pushing yourself to new limits.

Fitness required

An average level of fitness is required. You will need to be doing some form of exercise 2–3 times a week leading up to this tour.

Full Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival Day: Corfu

No cycling

Make your own way to popular Corfu, the largest of the Ionian islands. It's the dream island of the Austrian empress Sissi, and playground of the rich, famous and not-so-famous alike. You'll stay onboard the double-masted yacht Panagiota, and enjoy excellent Greek cuisine each evening. Feel free to board from 2 pm onwards. We are moored here tonight, so there is plenty of time to explore Corfu town.

Meals: Dinner

DAY 2

Corfu Island to Sivota to Lefkas Island

Cycling: 28 km

This morning we sail to Sivota, a resort town on the Greek mainland, where our first bike ride starts. We cycle to Parga, a pretty village with a medieval fort on Greece's west coast. Here the boat is waiting to take us to Nidri, known for its restaurants and nightclubs, on Lefkas Island. On our way we pass the original swing bridge which connects Lefkas with the Greek mainland.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3

Islands of Lefkas and Cephalonia (Kefalonia)

Cycling: 29 km

Today we bike from the village of Nidri to nearby waterfalls, and perhaps have a swim. We cycle along quiet roads and through the mountains past Sivros to the Vasiliki harbour. This is a windsurfing spot with a historic town centre well worth exploring. After a short sail, we set anchor at one of the most famous swimming beaches in Greece, if not all Europe: Porto Katsiki. Then the boat takes us to Cephalonia and its northernmost town, Fiskardo, where we spend the night. This colourful harbour town charms visitors with its cafes, bars, and promenade.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4

Cephalonia to Ithaca

Cycling: 39 km

Today we bike from Fiskardo over the west coast high road. You'll enjoy many unforgettable sights, such as the panoramic view down to Myrtos beach. We continue through the interior and finally reach the east coast harbour town of Sami. On the way we hop into row boats and visit the stalactite and stalagmite caves of Melissani. Later in the afternoon we cross to the mythical island of Ithaca.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5

Islands of Ithaca and Meganisi

Cycling: 21 km + 13 km

Ithaca, the homeland of the mythical king Odysseus, is a hilly island with a beautiful landscape. Today we're off the beaten tourist track in a timeless landscape of gnarled olive trees, crystal-clear waters and friendly islanders. Our yacht then takes us from the port of Frikes to the small island of Meganisi, south-east of Lefkas. On the way we pass Skorpios, the private island of the influential ship owner Aristotle Onassis. Meganisi is a tiny island with lots of charm. We'll explore it by bike this afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6

Mytikas to Lefkas town to Gaios

Cycling: 49 km

This morning we cross to Mytikas on the Greek mainland. From here we ride along coastal roads, then hilly roads through mountain villages to Lefkas town. In the afternoon we sail to Paxos, the smallest of the principal Ionian islands. The unique natural harbour in Paxos' capital, Gaios, creates a special island atmosphere. We can spend the evening in a cozy tavern in Gaios.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7

Islands of Paxos and Corfu

Cycling: 23 km

Paxos is characterised by olive groves, giving the island much of its industry, and a general silver-green colour. We'll circle the island by bike, and have our first swim in the Mediterranean at one of the many beaches. After lunch, the boat will bring us back to Corfu town, where, after dinner on board, you'll end your tour with another leisurely evening in the romantic town centre.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8

Departure Day: Corfu

No cycling

After a delicious breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your return home, or you may wish to extend your holiday in Corfu.

Meals: Breakfast

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Sandy

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Tour Inclusions and Exclusions:

Tour Includes:

  • 7 nights on a motor yacht in a double/twin cabin with ensuite
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Bed linen and towels
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Bike hire: 21-speed trekking bike with pannier
  • Return transfers between Corfu Airport & Corfu town (on days 1 & 8 only)
  • Cycling maps for each day’s tour are available on board
  • Entries to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)

Tour Excludes:

  • International Flights and/or Travel Visas (where applicable) or Travel Insurance
  • Drinks & snack bars on board
  • Meals eaten Ashore
  • Tips for the tour guides and crew