Ithaca Overnight Escape – 2 Days between Myth, Sea & Poetry
Go beyond a day trip and experience Ithaca at a slower, more intimate pace. Over two days and one night, discover the island traditionally known as the homeland of Odysseus, combining ancient archaeological sites, Homeric legends, crystal-clear waters, local cuisine and the authentic atmosphere of Ithaca’s villages.
Discover the legendary homeland of Odysseus on an exclusive two-day private experience combining Homeric mythology, archaeological heritage, local gastronomy, breathtaking landscapes and the timeless poetry of the sea.
Arriving by ferry from Kefalonia, your journey begins in Stavros, where the story of Odysseus comes to life. Explore the village, admire the famous bust of Odysseus and the reconstruction of his legendary home, before visiting the School of Homer, an evocative archaeological site offering spectacular views over Ithaca’s rugged coastline and the Ionian Sea.
Continue to Frikes for a traditional Ithacan lunch and a tasting of local flavours, including olive oil, honey, cheeses, homemade specialities and regional wine. In the afternoon, arrive in the picturesque harbour village of Kioni, where you’ll check in to your hotel and have time to relax, explore the waterfront or, for those seeking adventure, join an optional sea-kayaking experience along Ithaca’s beautiful coastline.
As the sun sets, enjoy a romantic dinner, followed by an evening stroll through its charming harbour, accompanied by stories and poetry inspired by Nikos Kavvadias and his lifelong connection with the sea, travel and sailors.
The following morning begins before sunrise. Travel to the Monastery of Kathara, perched high above the island, and watch the first light illuminate Ithaca and Vathy Bay. Here, mythology and poetry meet in a quiet sunrise experience, reflecting on Odysseus, the meaning of home and the journey itself.
Continue to Vathy, Ithaca’s charming capital, before enjoying one final swim in the crystal-clear Ionian Sea. Then return by ferry to Kefalonia, carrying with you the memory of an island where every landscape seems to tell a story.
A journey through myth, poetry, gastronomy and the sea — arriving as a traveller, leaving with your own Ithaca.
For those looking for a more adventurous experience, there is the option to join a guided sea-kayaking excursion, discovering hidden coves and crystal-clear waters from the sea.
