DISCOVER

Our Excursions

Excursions

Two Island Cruise

This is an ultimate cruise to visit 2 of the most well-known spots of Corfu Island, Vidos Island and the island of Pontikonisi (incorrectly known by many as the mouse island). Set off from Kassiopi harbor, arriving at Vidos Island about an hour later. The islet of Vidos lies right opposite Corfu Old Harbour. This islet is small in size but has yet many special types of flora and fauna around it, thus it is protected as a nature reserve. In the ancient times, this island was known as Pythia or the island of Hera. A strong fort, also used as a prison, was built there by the French but was destroyed by the British. Pontikonisi, is one of the most famous sights of the Ionian and for many years the brand image of Corfu Island. It’s a small rocky island with vegetation, tall cypress trees and an interesting shape near the famous tourist attraction, the Monastery of Vlacherena. During your sail have your cameras ready as we pass attractive spots such as Corfu’s Old Fortress, Garitsa gulf, the Mon Repos Palace, birthplace of Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and many others. Please note that we only moor to the islet of Vidos where you can get off the boat and spend some time on, and we approach the Pontikonisi as close as possible where a cold buffet is served onboard with free wine, all included in the price. On your way back there is a main stop in a beach where you have plenty of time for water sports, sunbathing, swimming or enjoy a nice meal in one of the beach front tavernas. (These are not included in the price).

See More

Excursions

Paleokastritsa & Bella Vista By Coach

The picturesque village of Paleokastritsa, located on the north-west coast of Corfu, around 25 km from Corfu Town, has been considered as one of the most beautiful spots of the island, and is one of Corfu's most popular attractions. First stop before arriving to Paleokastritsa is a Kumquat distillery The Kumquat of Corfu, golden orange translates to kam kwat in Chinese and that is the origin of the name of this strange tree, kumquat, which has been extensively cultivated on the island of Corfu since 1924. In fact, the British botanist Sidney Merlin is believed to have introduced it to the island, where it was declared a quality product of protected geographical indication following a ministerial resolution passed in 1994. There you will be able to taste and buy liqueurs, jams and glyka tou koutaliou, in other words traditional Greek spoon sweets (namely fruit in syrup) with the flavor of Kumquat. The coastline of Paleokastritsa consists of over 15 bays many of which are accessible only by boat. Legend has it that it is on one of these bays that the shipwrecked Odysseus (the fascinating hero of Homer’s Odyssey) after the war in Troy and on his way back to Ithaca, was washed ashore and met Nausica for the first time. Another highlight of the area is the many beautiful caves dotted along the coastline which can be explored by small boats. Above Paleokastritsa beach, lies the 13th-century monastery of the Virgin Mary, one of the island's most beautiful monasteries. This small working monastery has a beautiful chapel and gardens, as well as a breathtaking view out to sea. Nearby villages include the un-spoilt Lakones (Bella Vista), which is full of traditional houses and also offers wonderful views out to the sea, which is believed to be amongst the best in Corfu. Visitors to Paleokastritsa can swim in the crystal clear waters, take a local short boat trip to explore the little caves of the area, visit the hilltop monastery or simply sit down, relax or enjoy a delicious meal in one of the seaside tavernas.

See More

Our accommodation