Argostoli Tour
- Duration: 5 hours
- Pax: 1-8
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Enjoy this private tour around Argostoli starting from the Lighthouse of Saint Theodore, a famous landmark and well worth a visit. The 8-meter tall lighthouse with Doric elements is a romantic spot, ideal for stunning photos. Next stop is Katavothres Water Sinkholes, a geographical phenomenon which happens where the sea water through the rocks at the shore and disappears underground only to resurface at the Melissani Lake cave on the other side of the island, roughly 15 kilometres away. Afterwards, we visit St George’s Castle, built on a vantage point in Peratata outside Argostoli in the 12th century BC by Byzantine Emperors.
Gentilini Winery & Vineyards, our next stop, is a place where passionate people make exquisite wine. Here we will offer you the chance to try the limited edition of wines, offered by the winery, along with a tour around the premises. Finally, Makris Gialos Beach will allow you to relax under the glorious sun. It is one of the busiest beaches of Kefalonia, boasting golden sand and crystal clear waters. It is surrounded by dense vegetation and trees that complete the exotic atmosphere. It is a well-organised beach, with water sports available.
Detailed Itinerary
1st stop: Lighthouse of Saint Theodore
The lighthouse of Saint Theodore is a famous landmark of Argostoli and well worth a visit. It is located on a man-made peninsula close to the town. The white, 8 meter tall lighthouse with Doric elements is a romantic spot, ideal for stunning photos.
2nd stop: Katavothres Water Sinkholes
Katavothres is a geographical phenomenon which happens where the sea water rushes through the rocks at the shore and disappears underground only to resurface at the Melissani Lake cave on the other side of the island, roughly 15 kilometres away. This unusual phenomenon was discovered in 1963 when some purple dye was added to the water and then appeared in the cave 2 weeks later.
3rd stop: St. George's Castle
The castle of Saint George was built on a vantage point in Peratata outside Argostoli in the 12th century BC by Byzantine Emperors. The perimeter of the walls, completed in 1504, is 600 metres. This Castle was the capital of Kefalonia before Argostoli was made the new capital in 1757.
4th stop: Gentilini Winery & Vineyards
No trip to Kefalonia is complete without a visit to the Gentilini Winery & Vineyards where passionate people make exquisite wine. Here we will offer you the chance to try their limited edition of wines, along with a tour around the premises.
Final stop: Makris Gialos Beach
Makris Gialos is a popular tourist resort around a beautiful bay. It is one of the busiest beaches of Kefalonia, boasting golden sand and crystal clear waters. It is surrounded by dense vegetation and trees that complete the exotic atmosphere. It is a well-organised beach, with water sports available.
Included
- Professional English speaker Driver
- Wine tasting
- We offer free pick up for hotels located in Argostoli, Lassi & Lourdas. There is extra charge for hotel pick up from different areas.
Not Included
- Entrance fee to St. George’s Castle
- Personal expenses (Coffee, snacks, drinks, lunch)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (F.A.Q)
The daily tours that indicate a starting time at 9:00 a.m. can also start from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and the afternoon tours with a starting time at 17:00 can also start at 18:00. In both cases, you have to mention your request on the booking platform in the field “Comments”.
Of course. You only have to send us an email, in order to discuss your ideas and your preferences and make a tour adapted to your needs.
We offer free pick-ups from hotels located in the wider area of Argostoli, Lassi and Lourdas. However, there is an extra charge for hotel pick-ups from different areas.