Trips & Excursions
Bus & island excursions
Olympia
Go back in time
Duration: One Day with bus
Location: Ancient Olympia
Ancient Olympia was the place to host the first Olympic Games in history, back in 776 B.C. This magnificent place is located 19km East of Pirgos City. Our office offers you the chance to visit the archaeological site with the remaining ruins of the temples and the museum.
- We pick up from the resort is at approximately 07:00a.m.
- LEAVE Zakynthos Port before 08:00 a.m when the ferry boat to Kyllini departs.
- Drive straight to Olympia, after having passed Pirgos at about 60 minutes.
- There the Tour guide of Olympia, will show you around the archaeological site, the place where the ancient Greeks gathered to celebrate and worship their Gods. Ruins and remaining columns of temples of the Olympian gods have survived over thousands of years. As soon as you see them, you will be able to admire the famous ancient Greek architecture.
- Visit the new museum. Wonderful statues, ancient weapons and tools, which have been found at the archaeological area are demonstrated there.
- The coach will, then, take you to the nowadays Olympia village, where you will be able to either have lunch,or buy souvenirs.
- LEAVE Olympia at approximately 15:45p.m. The ferryboat to Zakynthos departs at approximately 17:30p.m. At about 19:30p.m. you will be back to you resort.
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Everything is included in the price, except from lunch and entrance-fees.
Kefalonia
Duration: One Day
Location: Kefalonia island
Kefalonia the largest of the Ionian Islands with spectacular nature with high mountains. This excursion is a whole day tour of exploring our neighbour island.
- We will pick you up from your resort at approximately 07:00a.m. and take you to St.Nickolas-Skinari port, where the ferry boat to Kefalonia departs at 09:00 in the morning.
- Arriving around 10.30 we will Visit the monastery of St Gerasimos Monastery who is the Patron Saint of the Island.
- Second stop Drogarati cave which is famous for its stalacites and stalagmites.
- From there We will visit Melissani Cave a lake with a roof dome where the sun reflects so you can experience a row through the amazing cave with boats.The entrance of the cave is aqn underpass and you are transferred by small boats.
- Next Stop St Efthimia a lovely picturesque resort next to the sea for lunch break and a beautiful traditional tavern.
- Then we will visit the capital of Kefallonia Argostoli City which offers shopping options for all tastes.
- On the way we will have a panoramic view and photo shooting of Myrtos beach and Assos beach with a breathtaking view.
- Our tour ends back in Pessada where the ferry boat is waiting for us to take us back to Zakynthos.
- Return time approximately 9pm.
Everything is included in the price, except for lunch and entrance-fees to Grodarati and Melissani caves.
OUR NEIGHBOUR ISLAND - HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ISLAND
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Island tour by bus
A unforgettable sightseeing tour!
An unforgettable sightseeing tour by bus to the islands’ mountains! Enjoy our luxury-class, air-conditioned coaches and the company of the local guide who will guide you through the way, narrating the interesting, beautiful history of the island.
Highlights:
- This excusion can be provided with luxury-class air-conditioned coaches , or VIP luxury mini buses or luxury jeeps up to 4 persons.
- A guide will escort you through the day, narrating the interesting, beautiful history of the island and their picturesque villages.
- Bus leaves around 10 am.
- Enjoy the ride through the villages of Tsilivi, Planos, Katastari, Kiliomeno, Agios Leon, Exo Chora, Maries, Macherado, Xigia Beach,Volimes, St Mavra Church.
- Have the opportunity to admire these Natures wonders and the superb Zakynthian nature.
- Visit the largest local winery, where we will be served local wine and delicacies.
- After travelling we’ll reach the famous Blue Caves at Porto Vromi.
- You can have a tour and a swimming stop on small boats, giving you the opportunity to admire the amazing blue waters.
- Then we will admire the amazing view of the shipwreck beach from the top of the cliff – with a panoramic view . Don’t miss the opportunity to take some pictures and amazing selfies !
- Visit one of the oldest villages of the island, Volimes. There we can buy hand made embroidery, handicrafts tablecloths and lace-work.
- Lunch and coffee breaks will be at traditional taverns to give you the Mediterranean paradise of Zakynthos.
Everything is included in the price, except for lunch -cafe.
CULTURE - NATURE - GASTRONOMY
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Half-Day guided trip with our VIP Mini-Bus
- Visit a small, traditional, three-generation winery producing local Zakynthian wine of surprisingly good quality since 1918. There, you will enjoy free wine tasting.
- Swimming at Xygia natural spa. Free time to relax at the sandy beach and be enchanted by the healing properties of sulphur.
- After that, you will have the chance to admire the verdant countryside of the island by an experienced bus transfer.
- Be inspired by the beautiful panoramic view of the famous Shipwreck from above. An experience to die for!
- Step back in time at the old Monastery of Anafonitria, a place of history and as well as,a memorial point where the patron Saint lived as an Abbot.
- A quick stop at a local market where you have the opportunity to try a variety of local products and do some shopping.
- Stop for lunch at the well-known "Michalis tavern at Kampi" (optional meal), where you can taste the traditional Zakynthian cuisine and enjoy the breathtaking view.
- Final stop at “Aristeon”, the old olive press factory, where you will get acquainted with the culture, history and technology of olive oil production.
- Back at approx. 15:00.
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Additional Island Excursions
Private tours
For nature lovers who are interested to come in contact to the traditional way of life of the island, our office organizes private road trips to the below destinations. Mini bus tours for groups or private VIP Jeep operate from our office so book online to make the most of what the island has to offer.
The beauty of Zakynthos is not only limited to the deep blue waters and the beautiful town of the island Helmis Museum but also to its picturesque villages that have created their own cultural development. Traditional farms Therianos Village, Aristeon Ecological olive Press and Museum Litahakia, Callinico Traditional Wine Factory in kallipado, Chelmis Museum of Natural history in Agia Marina and Askos Stone park a natural park fro the exploration of Flora and Fauna. Don't miss out on the chance to do your favorite activity in the midst of the superb zakynthian nature. Mediterranean paradise of Zakytnhos awaits for you.
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Cameo island
A charming little beach of cameo island with a beautiful setting unique in this kind. Our office can organize a day trip to cameo island where you can enjoy a drink under the white curtains which hang over the beach an amazing setting. A romantic experience that no-one should miss. Book online for this luxurious comfort of one.
