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Cruise Excursion Kefalonia, Wine Tour & Melisani Lake...
5 Hours shore excursion: Meet your private driver at the cruise port of Argostoli to star the unique shore excursions in Kefalonia. We will visit a wonderful winery the "Robola Wine Cooperative" established in 1982 collects and processes almost 85% of the total produce of Robola wine grapes. Taste the unique wines and learn everything about the winemaking, as you move between the vineyards and the winery.
Continue your cruise shore excursion to visit "Melissani Lake" is one of the most famous underground lakes all over the world! In antiquity the lake was a place of worship for the god Pan and the nymph Melissanthi. Explore the lake with a small rowing boat. Finally, we will reach at the picturesque harbor village of Agia Efimia. It is surrounded by mountains to the north, west and south, which form the Pylaros Valley. Enjoy your coffee break at one of thousands marvelous taverns and restaurants line the waterfront overlooking the wonderful bay and get memorable photos!
Location
- Wine Tour: Meet your private driver at the cruise port of Argostoli to star the unique shore excursions in Kefalonia. We will visit a wonderful winery the "Robola Wine Cooperative “established in 1982 collects and processes almost 85% of the total produce of Robola wine grapes. Taste the unique wines and learn everything about the winemaking, as you move between the vineyards and the winery. We suggest you taste the PDO Kefalonian Robola from Barrel which fermented and aged for 6 months in French oak barrels. Subtle oak aromas on a citrus palette. Can be enjoyed immediately after its release and up to 5 years later. The second option is "Vostilidi" The resurrection of a very old—almost extinct—Kefalonian variety. Experimental vinification methods, with respect to its history. Do not miss to taste the "Glykorogos" Natural wine, sweet, from sun-dried grapes of the excellent Moscato and Mavrodafni varieties.
- Melissani Lake: Continue your cruise shore excursion to visit the "Melissani Lake" is one of the most famous underground lakes all over the world! In antiquity the lake was a place of worship for the god Pan and the nymph Melissanthi. Melissani Lake opened to the public in 1963.The cavern caved in several thousand years ago creating an amazing sight. Scientists have discovered by dye tracing experiments in 1959 that the water travels from Katavothres, on the other side of the island, and comes out here. The best time to visit the lake is when the sun is right overhead around noon when the sunlight rays strike the water, creating a magical blue light atmosphere. Explore the lake with a small rowing boat.
- Picturesque harbor village of Agia Efimia: It is surrounded by mountains to the north, west and south, which form the Pylaros Valley. Over the years it has become one of the island's major attractions and every summer the streets of the village throb with activity. Marvellous taverns and restaurants line the waterfront overlooking the wonderful bay. At the end of the shore excurion we will transfer you back to the ship!
Highlights
- Wine tasting of varieties of wines
- "Robola Wine Cooperative" winery
- Harbor village of Agia Efimia
- Melissani Lake
Inclusions
- Pick up & drop off from your cruise ship or hotel
- Private transportation with English speaking driver
- 24/7 Ground Support
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Wine Tasting (15 - 25€/pp)
- Gratuities (optional)
Useful Info
All our drivers are professional English-speaking drivers, have high experience and they have a good knowledge & they can provide you general information for the Island of Kefalonia
- In order to take full advantage of your tour in Kefalonia, we strongly suggest you to book your tour with a licensed tour guide in order to get the most out of your tour
- We are owner of car Rental Company www.premiumrentacar.gr with wide fleet of Cars & Minivans that's why we can keep the cost low
- From 1 to 4 persons, we provide you Mercedes E class or MPV, Citroen Picasso or similar
- From 5 to 8 persons, we provide you Mini Van type Mercedes Vito/Viano or similar
- From 9 to 17 persons, we provide you Minibus Mercedes Sprinter 18 seats
- Upon your arrival at port of Kefalonia, our representative will be waiting there holding a sign with your name written on it, and accompany you at your car, provide you mineral water & Tissues.
- If you are already in Kefalonia, our driver meets you at your hotel or Airbnb (or from your specific address)
- The wine tour is PRIVATE only for you and not for other passengers.
- You can add or remove everything from our proposed program in order the tour to be modified to you, also note that we can accommodate from 1 person to 36 persons or more.
To take full advantage of your stay in Greece, we would also like to draw your attention to the importance of taking out an insurance policy in the event of an unexpected happening during your trip. To this effect, we have collaborated with INTERAMERICAN, the largest private insurance company in Greece.
Cancellation Policy
- In order to confirm any booking, 30% payment in advance is required, fully refundable in case of any written cancellation received 7 days prior the arrival date.
- For any cancellation OR change within 6 days prior to the start of the tour or non - shows, full cancellation fees apply
- A written notification of any cancellation or change is necessary to be sent to PRIVATE TOURS Greece
