Ithaca
14°C
Ithaca
- 28/10/2026
- Humidity 65%
- Wind speed 14 km/h
In the land of Odysseus
On dreamlike Ithaca, the intense alternations of the landscape and the unsurpassed beauty of untamed nature compose a unique terrain. Traditional hamlets, deep blue waters splashing against white pebbled shores, steep rugged landscapes, hidden caves, sheltered lush bays, windswept capes, and archaeological treasures awaken memories of the past, enchanting visitors.
Vathy, the island's capital and harbour, features beautiful houses with tiled roofs, imposing mansions, and picturesque narrow stone-paved streets (kantounia). There are so many villages on Ithaca. Some small and traditional, others are perched on the mountain with wonderful views, while others are seaside fishing villages where time slows down by the sea.
Ithaca features nature’s entire palette, from the curves of the shores and mountains to the lace-like coves. Trails scented by lentisk trees, cedars, shrubs and cypress trees. Small pebbled beaches with clear waters in every shade of blue. Trees that almost brush against sea. Good food, festivals, panigyria (traditional festivals), and hospitable people make this the ultimate destination.
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How to get there?
By Sea
Lefkada Port (Vasiliki) → Ithaca Port (Frikes) (Travel duration: 1 hour)
Lefkada Port (Hora) → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 1 hour)
Astakos Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 2 hours 32 minutes)
Astakos Port → Ithaca Port (Frikes) (Travel duration: 2 hours)
Kefalonia Port (Sami) → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 31 minutes)
Kyllini Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 2 hours 50 minutes)
Patra Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 1 hour 30 minutes)
Lefkada Port (Hora) → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 1 hour)
Astakos Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 2 hours 32 minutes)
Astakos Port → Ithaca Port (Frikes) (Travel duration: 2 hours)
Kefalonia Port (Sami) → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 31 minutes)
Kyllini Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 2 hours 50 minutes)
Patra Port → Ithaca Port (Pisaetos) (Travel duration: 1 hour 30 minutes)
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