🇬🇷 Greece 95 Nautical Miles 7 Days / 6 Nights Easy / Sheltered

Greece: Lefkada — Meganisi — Ithaca — Kefalonia (Southern Ionian)

Green islands and calm azure waters. Homer's mythical Ithaca, pastel Venetian harbor of Fiskardo, sea caves of Meganisi, and sheltered turquoise coves.

Featured Yacht for this Itinerary: Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck (Beneteau 550 Flyer)
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Interactive Nautical Track Chart

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Departure: D-Marin Lefkas (Ionian Sea)

Route Overview & Cruising Conditions

The Southern Ionian Islands offer Europe’s gentlest, most relaxing yacht charter experience. Surrounded by lush pine-covered peaks and crystal-clear waters sheltered from strong offshore swell, this route connects mythical Ithaca (home of Odysseus) with Venetian Fiskardo on Kefalonia.

Anchor stern-to at charming village quays where traditional Greek tavernas serve fresh calamari right by your boat’s passerelle.

Day-by-day Itinerary Guide

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    Day 1: Lefkas (D-Marin)

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    Check-in at modern marina with pool and bars. Pass through the historic Lefkas swing bridge channel.

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    Day 2: Meganisi (Spartochori & Vathy)

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    10 NM gentle sail. Anchor in deep fjord-like bays lined with pine trees, dinghy to cliffside village.

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    Day 3: Kalamos & Kastos

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    14 NM peaceful sail. Quaint uncrowded islands, crystal clear dive into sea caves.

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    Day 4: Ithaca (Kioni & Vathy)

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    18 NM passage. Step ashore in Homer's legendary island of Odysseus, dine on fresh grilled seabass.

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    Day 5: Kefalonia (Fiskardo)

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    12 NM sail. Historic Venetian harbor that survived 1953 earthquake, chic waterfront cocktail bars.

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    Day 6: Sivota Bay (Lefkas South)

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    16 NM return heading north. Completely sheltered natural amphitheater bay filled with yachts.

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    Day 7: Lefkas Marina Return

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    15 NM final morning sail up the canal. Fueling, checkout and festive farewell dinner.

Featured Yacht for this Route
Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck
€171/wk

Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck

Beneteau 550 Flyer
1 cab 2 berths 5.7m
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Cruising Essentials

Prevailing Winds
Maistros thermal afternoon breeze 10-16 knots, flat calm seas sheltered by surrounding islands
Best Sailing Season
May to October (Gentlest winds in Greece, ideal for families and first-time skippers)
Licensing Required
ICC, RYA Day Skipper or national skipper license + co-skipper self-declaration