Our guided walking holidays in Kefalonia offer some of the most dramatic scenery in the Ionian. From the National Park of Mount Ainos at 1628m (higher than Ben Nevis) to abandoned hillside villages, Venetian castles and beaches you can only reach on foot, this is Kefalonia discovered properly and slowly. A real walking holiday in Greece, not a coach tour.
Five guided walks across the week with local Greek guides George and Joanna, who've walked these trails for years and know every view, every wild flower, every taverna. Groups are deliberately small (8 to 14 walkers) so we can stay flexible on route and give you a real feel for the island. We finish most days with a well-deserved swim and a cold drink.
You're based at the Lazaratos Hotel in Lixouri, a friendly family-run spot with uninterrupted views across the Ionian and the town's tavernas a short stroll away. Breakfast every morning, packed lunches on walking days, four inclusive evening meals, and a free mid-week day to rest the legs or explore on your own.
RoomModern 1-room studios at Lixouri Bay with balconies or terraces, most with sea views, sleeping 2 or 3 adults plus an optional child on a camp bed.
RoomModern 1-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with good-sized balconies and fantastic sea views, sleeping up to 5 including a child on a camp bed.
RoomModern 1-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with a small sea or mountain view balcony, sleeping up to 4 guests.
ApartmentTwo-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with sea view balconies or terraces, adjacent to the main hotel and pool.
Apartment blockBrand new for 2024: sea view apartments at Lixouri Bay with their own private pool, available individually or together for larger groups.
ApartmentWalking really is the perfect way to discover the beautiful island of Kefalonia. Our local guides, live and walk the island throughout the changing seasons and will share their knowledge of the local area, flora and fauna. We keep our…
Walking weeks run on Club Board with a twist: breakfast daily, packed lunches on the five walking days, and four inclusive evening meals. Greek guides George and Joanna always have a favourite taverna for each region you're walking through, so lunches and swim-stops often overlap with a proper local lunch too. Non-inclusive evenings are an easy walk into Lixouri town.
Breakfast daily + 4 inclusive dinners + packed lunches on the 5 walking days. Lunches on the free day and 3 evening meals are pay-as-you-go.
There's an art to a walking-week food plan: enough fuel for the walks, not so much that you're falling asleep in your plate by 9pm. The Lazaratos kitchen has been refining the formula for years. Protein-rich breakfasts, varied packed lunches, big evening salads with grilled fish or slow-cooked meat, honest wine from the hillside above Lixouri.
Popular stop with the walking group. Fresh fish, generous Greek salads, views across the bay.
Quieter harbourfront spot for a sunset evening on a non-inclusive night.
A taverna in the hills behind Lixouri. Wood-grilled lamb and incredible views. Worth booking a taxi for one evening.
George can organise a visit to a local Robola winery on the free day. Worth asking about.
Five guided walks across the week, with one free day in the middle to rest the legs. Transport to and from each walk (minibus or taxi) is included, so you can leave swim kit in the vehicle. The exact walks may be swapped based on weather.
Kefalonia is one of a group of islands on the western side of Greece in the Ionian sea. It is the largest of the Ionian islands and parts of the island are now national parks, home to wild horses, golden eagles and other protected flora and fauna.
The walking base is easy to reach: 3 hour flights to Kefalonia Airport (EFL) from most UK airports, then a 60 minute transfer round the bay to Lixouri. Flights are not usually included; we can book them as part of an ATOL-protected package (ATOL 12803).
Direct summer flights to Kefalonia (EFL) run from most UK airports, May to October. Pre-book a transfer with us on arrival — the airport can be hectic.
Pre-book the arrival transfer. For the return, some guests take the Lixouri-to-Argostoli ferry (20 min) and a short taxi for a gentler end to the week.
Excellent value for money. Hotel was lovely and the food amazing. Really enjoyed the hikes and being able to try out paddle boarding and sea kayaking for free as part of our stay. This holiday exceeded other experiences I've had with more expensive adventure holiday companies.
Accommodation, listed meals, beach towels, all listed watersports equipment, bikes, yoga and fitness sessions, and our on-site team support. Flights, airport transfers and some non-inclusive activities are separate.
Yes — many of our destinations offer multiple holiday types from the same base. Talk to the team for package pricing on two-centre holidays.
We offer ATOL-protected flights as an optional add-on. You can also book your own flights and just buy the ground package from us.
Pre-book a private meet-and-greet transfer through us, or make your own way. Prices and timing vary by destination — we'll send full details once you book.
Most of our hotels run "Club Board": breakfast every day plus 4 evening meals per week. Villas are self-catering with an optional Club Board upgrade.
Yes — let us know when you book and we'll pass the details to the kitchen team. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are always available.
No — everything is turn-up-and-go. Watersports kit is on the beach free to use. Yoga and fitness sessions run to a weekly timetable posted on arrival.
Our instructors are RYA-qualified and used to total beginners. Many of our guests arrive having never been on the water and leave confident solo sailors.
Four programmes, one team. If this isn't quite your week, here's where the others live.
Flotillas, yacht charter and tuition weeks across the Ionian and Saronic. From absolute beginners to skippered crews sailing their own boat.
Alpine family clubs, guided walking, mountain biking and climbing across the French Alps. Summer programmes running June to September.
Catered chalets and lift-door skiing in Val Thorens, Meribel and Vaujany. Small chalet sizes, friendly hosts, French Alps December to April.
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