On arrival in Corfu Town make your way to the harbour and check-in on-board the Panagiota from 2pm. After you’ve settled into your cabin the rest of the day is yours to explore the historic island capital. Later, over a leisurely meal, you can get to know your fellow passengers and hear more about the coming week from the crew and guides. We remain at our mooring in Corfu Town, Marina Gouvia, overnight.

After breakfast we slip our moorings and cruise across to the pretty harbour town of Sivota on the Greek mainland. From here our first bike ride leads us on a scenic route south along the coast and across undulating countryside to the picturesque coastal town of Parga. Here we re-board the Panagiota for an enjoyable afternoon cruise to the bustling yachting town of Nidri on the island of Lefkas. After dinner take a wander along the waterfront perhaps stopping at one of the cosy bars for a nightcap.

The day starts with a ride out to a nearby waterfalls where, depending on water levels, you could even take a refreshing morning dip, before heading into the island’s hilly interior. Today’s ride will definitely get the blood pumping but there’s no rush so take your time and stop to admire the marvellous views whenever you please. Climb up past Sivros and then freewheel down to the picturesque harbour town Sivota on the southern coast of Lefkas. Re-board the Panagiota for an afternoon cruise to the neighbouring island of Kefalonia and the pretty town of Fiskardo. We moor for the night on the charming quay, lined with colourful, inviting tavernas.

After breakfast we leave Fiskardo and climb an impressive mountain before setting out with our bikes along the western coasts which offers stunning views over the Assos peninsula and the famous Myrtos beach. We then turn inland and cross the island to visit the caves of Melissani and marvel at the crystal clear blue waters, from a rowing boat. We re-board the Panagiota in the port town of Sami for a short trip across to the island of Ithaca. We moor for the night in the delightful little town of Vathy.

Ithaca is a real treat – a hilly, beautiful island off the tourist trail that will give you a taste of old Greece. On the easier ride we cycle through ancient olive groves passing some idyllic beaches before meeting the boat at Frikes. If you fancy taking on a true hill-climb then you might like to join the group pedalling to higher elevations from where you can enjoy beautiful views across this sparsely populated island. In the late afternoon we cruise across to the island of Meganisi where we moor for the night in the tiny village of Vathi.

Today’s ride leads us around the serene and peaceful island of Meganisi where we get a real sense of traditional island life. In Spartochori we take a swim stop at the beach before returning to the Panagiota for a leisurely cruise north to the island of Paxos. We arrive in Gaios a charming town with a natural harbour and moor up for the night.

Paxos is the smallest of the main Ionian islands and boasts an abundance of pretty olive groves and perfect beaches with crystal clear water. This morning’s ride tours the island stopping at a fantastic beach for a last swim in the warm, blue Ionian. Then it’s back to the boat for an afternoon cruise back to Corfu Town to complete your Ionian odyssey. A farewell dinner on-board at the Panagiota’s home port is always a memorable experience that rounds off the holiday nicely.

After breakfast on-board it’s time to disembark, by 9am, and head for home or your next adventure.