Gulet description

Ionian island gulet cruise

Zakynthos and Ionian island gulet cruise will take you to the southern part of Ionian Greece, a chain of beautiful islands in the Ionian Sea. With boarding in Zakynthos, this gulet cruise will take you to discover the bays and villages of Kefalonia, Itaka and Meganissi island.

Ionian island gulet cruise is ideal for those who:

– informal cruise

– those who want to spend their days at sea, but also visit small ports and places of interest

– short navigation

– budget cruise in Greece

Boarding and disembarkation

Boarding for the gulet itinerary from Zakynthos is every Saturday after 4pm at the main port of Zakynthos town.

Disembarkation is the following Saturday after breakfast.

Gulet and services

Our Zante Cruise we operates with standard gulets such as Hemera, Eros, Harmonia etc. depending on the departure dates and seasonality. The boats are 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 daily not over midnight and ad not in main ports ( acustic pollution) . Single cabin supplement is 60%.

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. Your gulet will enter small ports averyday after 4pm.

Hotel

Strada Marina del porto ( availability here)

Optional excursions

During the gulet cruise of the Ionian islands with boarding in Zakynthos you can participate in the boat excursion to the famous Navaglio beach and the tour of the island of Itacha. * (Navaglio beach being exposed cannot be visited by gulets)

Airport

Zakynthos airport (ZTN) is located only 6km from the city of Zakynthos. The price of the private taxi that you always find available on arrival is about € 15 for up to 4 people. The price of a mini van for groups is around € 60 (advance booking required). Zakynthos is connected with the major European airports with direct flights throughout the summer.

Ionian island gulet cruise itinerary is indicative and subject to weather conditions.

Prices per person 2026

04.05.2024 - 17.05.2024 660 €
18.05.2024 - 05.07.2024 820 €
06.07.2024 - 06.09.2024 920 €
07.09.2024 - 04.10.2024 820 €
05.10.2024 - 19.10.2024 660 €
sold out 6 and 20.07, 10 and 17.08,07 and 14. 09

Included in the price

  • 7 nights accommodation in double cabin with private bathroom
  • Half board: breakfast and light lunch
  • 1x Captains Dinner on board
  • All mooring fees
  • Crew service
  • Navigation costs, fuel, water
  • Bed linen and bath towels
  • Use of equipment on board
  • Gulet insurance

 

Not included in the price

  • Bar on board at regular prices or bar package from 140€
  • Dinners free at the ports
  • Gratuity for the crew
  • Please bring your beach towel
  • Boarding local fee 80€ per person to be paid cach on board
  • All night air con 140€
  • Optional excursions
  • Flights&Transfers

Itinerary

Day 1

As today is the arrival day and we don’t set sail from the Port until after sunset, you have plenty of time to explore the wonders of Zante Island.

If you have time to see more of the island, don’t miss the chance to explore the Byzantine Museum, the National Marine Park in Laganás Bay. We will spend thhe firts night at the port of Zante and start sailing next morning.

 

Day 2

The rainfall on the Ionian Islands is what enables its lush and verdant landscapes to flourish. Think of thick forests, natural coves, green hills with olive groves, and ardent valleys that sit back-to-back with crystal clear waters and sparkling white beaches. You can choose to visit the famous Navigo beach by small boat ( optional 20€ to be paid on board)

In the evening, stroll the traditional Marina village and take your pick of Greek eats from the idyllic tavern-lined promenade, where you can watch the sunset. We head towards Agia Ethimi.

Day 3

Nestled on the Ionian coastline of the Greece Mainland, Ithaca island has been described as one of the region’s most beautiful villages. This is because of its two crystal clear bays that line either side of its main town and the iconic Venetian fortress that forms an impressive backdrop.

Known for its stunning natural environment that gives it an island feel. We will have lunch onboard, but stay in town for an evening of Greek feasting and hospitality.

Day 4

Not many people know of Meganisi island, overshadowed by the main island of Corfu, but you will be glad you got to experience this lesser-known beauty spot.

First, we fuel up with a lunch before stopping for some coastal relaxation time at some of the islands secluded. Go snorkelling in the turquoise waters, feel the pebbles under your feet, take a walk amongst the clifftop surroundings and visit the Town .

We will dine at a pop-up beach tavern in a secluded bay tucked away from the crowds, and later watch the stars from the deck of the yacht.

Day 5

With white pebble beaches, striking blue seas and lush green countryside, Fiskardo is one of Greece’s best-kept secrets. We will dock at the port of Gaios ready for a full day on the island.

You can easily explore with a motorcycle, although it’s also easy by foot, bike or car too. Spend the day seeking out the secluded coves and bays for swimming.

Watch the fisherman go about their work from one of the seafront cafes, before enjoying some of the best and freshest seafood at one of the excellent local tavernas that stock the best catch of the day.

Day 6

Dotted with secluded bays and sea caves, with shallow waters for those keen to explore the underworld of the Ionian Sea, this part of Kefalonia Island is an explorer’s dream.

Enjoy lunch on the vessel while we sail towards bustling Poros, the second largest village on the island set in a horseshoe bay to a backdrop of olive and cypresses trees. Visit the pebbled Kanoni beach and sandy Harami beach and wander amongst nature.

Later, stroll the vibrant promenade along the seafront. Full of bars and tavernas Poros is the epitome of old school Greek charm. We will dock overnight at a picturesque bay here.

Day 7

Before we head back to the mainland of Zante Island, with free time to explore, we take the chance to fit in one more of Zante’s long sandy beaches. We visit the beautiful Shipwreck Beach and village on the east coast of the island, enjoying an onboard lunch on the way for some final sweeping sea views.

We spend the night in the Marina of Zante Old Town, where we enjoy a Captain’s dinner with the group in our final farewell.

Day 8

As we come back in full circle to Zante, this is our departure day, where you’ll say goodbye to your new friends and your crew. Hopefully, we have inspired you with this Greece sailing trip and hope to see you next year for more sailing around the Greek islands.