Mystical mountains, verdant valleys, secluded coves and azure waters that glitter in the sunlight. Kefalonia is a beauty. Take the ferry across from Zante for the day and then hop on a coach for a tour of the island's most picturesque spots, including Melissani Cave and Myrtos Bay.

Just north of Zante, Kefalonia is an island that's big on beauty. You'll cruise over, watching the mountains and cliffs rise high from the sea to Pessada harbour. Your first stop is Drogarati Cave, where you'll step inside a vast cavern and be dazzled by the numerous stalactites and stalagmites. We'll continue to Lake Melissani for a boat trip across this underground lagoon with aquamarine waters that glisten in the sun.

Next, we'll head to the seaside village of Agia Efimia. Here, you'll have free time for lunch. In the afternoon, there's a photo stop at Myrtos Bay – a famous filming spot from Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Rounding off the trip is some free time in Argostoli, the island's capital.

This excursion was honestly the best one you could do while in Zante, the island is beyond beautiful and the two activities you can do too more than worth it. You do have to pay for both in addition which is 6 euro for caves per person and 10 euro for lake per person but well worth the price!

Sent a lot of time on the bus, was a beautiful island and the only thing I could say negative was that there wasn’t enough time in the main town at the end and was dropped there when there all in siesta and 90% of the shops where closed. But with ferry time booked time was tight

The only downside is the early start and long day but it’s expected due to the distance being traveled The guide and driver were very informative and helpful throughout the day

Our guide Konstantina and driver Demitrious were excellent. The tour stated 8 hours yet it was 13. This was a very long day. Queuing for 90 mins for the Messalina lake was ridiculous as was 30 Euros for 2 adults and a teen for a 15 min experience. Lunch was wolfed down in a bakery at 15.30, way too late after such an early start. We had a pathetic 20 mins in the capital due to the ferry leaving at 18.00. Agastoli looked lovely yet we saw virtually nothing of it which was disappointing.

30 mins at the caves is not long enough, by the time you climb down, run round run back up the steps, which is steep understandable, takes away the pleasure of what you have had to quickly look at, needs to be a hour, certainly no time to buy a souvenir.

Kefalonia is a beautiful island. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The two cave tours were interesting, but there was a fair amount of time spent waiting in line, and both were very busy (maybe as there were cruise ship tours also in Kefalonia that day). The ferry ride was quite lengthy (approx 90 minutes), but there was ample space to sit inside or outside.

Why you’ll love this…

Hop the ferry from Zante for a coach tour of Kefalonia's best bits
Visit Drogarati Cave and Agia Efimia
Subterranean Lake Melissani boat trip

Important to know

Not suitable for younger children and guests with reduced mobility
Lunch and entrance fees to caves not included
Programme may be in a different order depending on ferry times
Pick-ups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts:
- Keri
- Porto Koukla
- Agios Sostis
- Laganas
- Kalamaki
- Argassi
- Tsilivi
- Tragaki
- Kypseli
- Amoudi
- Alykanas
- Alykes
Bring suitable footwear
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Food and drinks not included
Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Ferry ticket
Guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100

What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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Based on 94 reviews

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4.6/5

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Matt
Traveled with a group of friends
September 24, 2025
5
United States of America
This excursion was honestly the best one you could do while in Zante, the island is beyond beautiful and the two activities you can do too more than worth it. You do have to pay for both in addition which is 6 euro for caves per person and 10 euro for lake per person but well worth the price!
S
Steven b
Traveled with family
September 1, 2025
4.6
United Kingdom
Sent a lot of time on the bus, was a beautiful island and the only thing I could say negative was that there wasn’t enough time in the main town at the end and was dropped there when there all in siesta and 90% of the shops where closed. But with ferry time booked time was tight
K
Kjc
Traveled as a couple
August 29, 2025
5
United States of America
The only downside is the early start and long day but it’s expected due to the distance being traveled The guide and driver were very informative and helpful throughout the day
S
Stuart
Traveled with family
August 16, 2025
4.2
United States of America
Our guide Konstantina and driver Demitrious were excellent. The tour stated 8 hours yet it was 13. This was a very long day. Queuing for 90 mins for the Messalina lake was ridiculous as was 30 Euros for 2 adults and a teen for a 15 min experience. Lunch was wolfed down in a bakery at 15.30, way too late after such an early start. We had a pathetic 20 mins in the capital due to the ferry leaving at 18.00. Agastoli looked lovely yet we saw virtually nothing of it which was disappointing.
W
Wendy
Traveled with a group of friends
August 15, 2025
3.8
United States of America
30 mins at the caves is not long enough, by the time you climb down, run round run back up the steps, which is steep understandable, takes away the pleasure of what you have had to quickly look at, needs to be a hour, certainly no time to buy a souvenir.
J
James M
Traveled as a couple
August 2, 2025
4.6
Canada
Kefalonia is a beautiful island. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The two cave tours were interesting, but there was a fair amount of time spent waiting in line, and both were very busy (maybe as there were cruise ship tours also in Kefalonia that day). The ferry ride was quite lengthy (approx 90 minutes), but there was ample space to sit inside or outside.