CORFU - SIVOTA - MOURTOS - PARGA - ANTIPAXOS - PAXOS - GAIOS - LAKKA - CORFU
Explore the Northern Ionian Islands – Corfu, Sivota, Antipaxoi, Plataria, Paxoi, and other lesser known islands – off Greece’s west coast.
Join our Gulet Hera, a comfy gulet with 9 cabins for up to 25 passengers. Other gulets like M/S Harmonia, M/S Aphrodite, M/S Eros, M/S Agiotis, and M/S Panagiota operate the Ionian cruise too.
Enjoy a week-long itinerary covering Sivota, Parga, Paxos, and Antipaxos (Gaios and Lakka) for an adventure and historical sightseeing.
Cabins offer comfort mattress, wardrobe, reading light, a/c, a hairdryer, and a private shower
Our friendly crew will attend to all your needs along the way, and of course, our Chef will happily prepare your daily breakfast and lunch!
| SEASON 2025 | DEPARTURE DATES / Prices Include Half Board | Standard Cabin Type | Premium Cabin Type |
| A | 03, 10, 17, 24,MAY // 07, 14, 21, 28, JUNE // 06, 13, 20, 27, SEP // 04, 11 OCT | 900.-Euro per person | 1.200.-Euro per person |
| B | 05, 12, 19. 26 JULY // 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 AUGUST | 1.100.-Euro per person | 1.300.-Euro per person |
If you want to have your own private cabin, there will be an extra charge of 75% of the total amount of 1 person’s price.
We always try to allocate same-gender guests, together (this applies to our solo travelers),however, we cannot guarantee this under unexpected situations.
Standard Cabin Type
All our standard cabins besides, their comfortable mattresses, are ensuite with their own shower, a hair dryer, a wardrobe for storage, reading lights,
their own individual A/C device and an electric fan!
Regarding our cabins, we do have a variety of doubles/twins (lower beds/bunk beds) and a few triples and quads, depending on your cruise package and demand.
Premium Cabin Type
Our premium cabins are available on the majority of our gulets, always subject to availability. By premium cabin we define cabins that have a separate shower box inside the wc and/or larger space available ( usually2/3 s.m.) from our standard ones. Usually they are located on the stern or the bow of the ship, making them slightly more isolated than the rest of the cabins onboard and they have better sound insulation that the rest since they are bigger.
This charter takes visitors on a yacht to explore the natural beauty of the Ionian islands over eight days. Departing from Corfu, visitors are taken to explore Sivota, Parga, Antipaxos, Gaios, and Lakka. They will get to relax and swim on private beaches, explore hidden lagoons, and snorkel in crystal-clear waters. This is a beautiful way to travel Greece and the Ionian islands.
Your boat is assigned shortly before departure from the available boats of the standard category. The cabins are double or triple all with private bathroom. Your gulet has air conditioning in use 4/6 hours. Air conditioning does not stay on at night.
Half board is included on board (breakfast and lunch every day) and 1 captain dinner on last day. Other dinners are free at the ports.
Clients will have to pay 80 € p.p. ( local tax) cash prior to embarkation.
Solo traveler: If you want to have your own private cabin there will be an extra charge of 75% of the total amount for 1 person price.
Included
- Traditional ensuite ship
- 7-nights onboard
- Daily breakfast and lunch buffets
- Welcome & Captain’s dinner
- Private beach stops
- Daily swim stops
- Toiletries
- A/C ensuite cabins (subject to limitation)
- Wi-Fi (subject to limitation)
Due to our late arrival policy, in case of any actual late arrival, the vessel will not depart from Zante’s port,at least not, until every supposed passenger is on board!
That is why in case of late arrivals, the gulet will depart on Sunday.
Not Included
- Flights and Hotels
- Travel Insurance
- Onboard dinners
- Transportation, pre/post your cruise
- Excursions/Activities
DAY 1 SATURDAY / Corfu
Our Corfu cruise starts on Saturdays, at 17:00. Disembarkation, also takes place on Saturdays, exactly one week after embarkation, at 09:00.
With this in mind, we start our journey from Corfu’s Old Port, which is full of Greek tavernas, local product markets and plenty of antique shops.
Apart from that, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Old Town” offers a unique scenic experience, given its architecture and general structure which is quite unique!
Note: In case that all of our guests are on board by 17:00 and weather conditions allow us to, we might cruise towards our 1st destination which is Plataria.
DAY 2 SUNDAY / Sivota - Mourtos
The Ionian Islands are the wettest of the Greek islands, so forget about the typical rugged, rocky coasts of Greece.
The Ionian Sea will amaze you with its lush forests, green hills covered with olive groves, crystal clear waters and sparkling white beaches!You can find this descriptive scenery, hidden among the Sivota – Mourtos Islands, which are located south of Corfu’s mainland.
We arrive here, on the second day and while we are at this island complex, we need to visit its highlights, the blue lagoon and the famous Papanikolis cave!
Later into the day, don’t miss out on strolling through the traditional Marina village and before you leave, be sure to grab something to eat and drink from the numerous idyllic tavern-lined tavernas, which are located on the marina, above the shore!
Optional activity
⚓️ Plataria oil tasting
DAY 3 MONDAY/ Parga
Parga has been described as one of the most beautiful villages in Greece and undoubtingly, as the most beautiful in the Ionian Sea!
With its two crystal clear bays, each on both sides of the village,
its famous Venetian castle, and its numerous bars and water sports facilities, Parga is a must-see for your summer holidays!
Grab your hats and sunglasses, put on plenty of sunscreen and prepare to create some forever-lasting Greek summer memories, at this beautiful, picturesque destination!
Note: Due to Parga’s undeveloped-port infrastructure, there is not plenty of available space, on the marina, which means, that in case the gulet does not manage to dock at the port,
you will need to use a water taxi, to reach the shore. The cost, for this, is not included in the overall price package!
Optional activity
⚓️Parga wine tasting
DAY 4 TUESDAY / Parga
The small island of Antipaxos is a true hidden gem and will be, a one-of-a-kind experience, for you!
While here, we fuel up with lunch, before stopping for some coastal relaxation, at some of the island’s most secluded and tranquil bays, which are home to the famous Greek beaches of Voutoumi and Vrika!
You will have the chance, to snorkel, in the turquoise waters and feel the pebbles under your feet!
Take a walk amongst the clifftop and visit one of the three main towns – Gaios, Loggos or Lakka.
Later in the night, we dine at a pop-up beachfront tavern, on a private beach off the public-main coast, and admire the sparkling night sky, from our gulet’s deck!
Note: The late-night dinner, is not included in the initial package price.
DAY 5 WEDNESDAY / Paxos - Gaios
Until recently, Paxos was best known for its excellent olive oil, which is rumored to be one of the world’s, best varieties!
Enjoy the lush green scenery of this tiny island, by renting a bicycle or a bike and head to any of its secluded coves to spend an idyllic summer afternoon, while sunbathing and swimming!
After returning to the city, enjoy some traditional local Greek seafood or even Meze, at one of the many local taverns, which are run by the local fishermen!
Optional activity
⚓️Paxoi Bus Tour
DAY 6 THURSDAY / Lakka - Paxos
This part of Paxos Island is packed with secluded coves and sea caves.
A true dream, for any sea explorer!
Lakka is home to a small but vibrant village with shallow waters, known as a diving hotspot,
for those who want to discover the Ionian Sea, by exploring its underwater wonders!
With multiple bars and tavernas, off the coast, Lakka is the epitome of
Greek charm!
Note: The vessel cannot dock at Lakka’s marina, that is why we dock at one, of its numerous, secluded private coves!
DAY 7 FRIDAY / Corfu
We arrive at Corfu’s Old Port, in the afternoon, which means that we will have enough time, to roam around its new and Old Town!
Head to the old Venetian fortress to see the city from up high, or walk through the Old Town, admiring its gems, if of course, you have a couple of hours left!
While in the Old Town, make some time, to grab some Greek local souvenirs, or visit its museums and churches for a last sightseeing!
We spend the night at the Marina of Corfu’s Old Town, where we enjoy an optional traditional dinner with the group, for our final farewell party!
After that, we head to the gulet, to enjoy our last night together on board, and on the next day, early in the morning, we sadly depart.
Optional activity
⚓️Corfu Greek Night
DAY 8 Departure Day
As we have successfully cruised around Corfu and its island complex, this is our departure day..
We say goodbye to each other, take some last photos and head back!
Hopefully, though, we will see you again. Until then, we wish you all the best!
This itinerary may need to CHANGE due to inclement weather conditions, difficulties at docking or unforeseen circumstances. This decision will be made solely at your captain’s discretion, based on the safety of the group and the ship.
Medsail Holidays does not only provide you with a fantastic time island hopping in the Greek Islands with our Wooden Gullets – but we love to keep you entertained on shore as well. We offer a wide variety of additional excursions which will extend your experience of Greece and offer a different and exciting perspective of the ports you’ll be visiting in the Ionian Islands.
The following excursions can be arranged when you first arrive on your ship , and depending on availability, can even be arrange during your cruise or when you book your spot online by pre booking excursions and receiving a discount . All excursions that are not pre booked are payable in cash locally with the service provider – so make sure you have enough Euros before you depart!