From Argostoli – Highlights of Kefalonia & Local Delights
Overview
Available languages
5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore Kefalonia’s geological wonders, coastal scenery, and local flavors on this extended half-day experience from Argostoli. Begin with a visit to Drogarati Cave, known for its impressive stalactites and large chamber with naturally resonant acoustics. Learn about the cave’s formation as you walk through its atmospheric interior.
Continue to Melissani Lake, where a short boat ride reveals turquoise waters illuminated from above by the sun entering through the open cave roof.
After the cave visits, relax in the seaside village of Agia Efimia. Enjoy free time to stroll along the harbor, have a coffee, or browse small local shops.
Next, experience the island’s authentic flavors with a tasting of local products.
Finish your tour with a scenic stop at the Myrtos Beach viewpoint, one of Kefalonia’s most photographed landscapes, before returning to Argostoli.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour includes walking on uneven surfaces and steps inside the caves. The boat ride at Melissani Lake is shared with other visitors and lasts around 10–15 minutes.
Entrance fees for Melissani Lake and Drogarati Cave are included in the tour price.
Comfortable walking shoes, water, sun protection, and a hat are recommended.
The order of stops may vary depending on traffic, weather, or cruise ship schedules.
Pickup from Argostoli Port is available for cruise passengers. Return to port is guaranteed in time for boarding. Pickup from selected hotels and meeting points is available for holidaymakers. Travel time from hotels outside Argostoli is not included in the tour duration.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Myrtos Beach
Capture the scenic beauty of Myrtos Beach with its contrasting colors – the deep blue sea against the white pebbles and the lush green hillsides. It's a photographer's paradise.
Agia Efimia Chandlers
Wander along the picturesque harbor and enjoy stunning views of the crystal-clear waters. Explore the waterfront tavernas and cafes, where you can savor traditional Greek cuisine and fresh seafood. Enjoy a leisurely meal with views of the harbor.
What‘s Included
Entrance Fees
Tasting Experience of Local products
Air-conditioned vehicle
All taxes & Insurance
Local Guide
Port/ Hotel pick up & Drop off
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Electra Kefalonia Hotel & Spa
Svoronata Beach Svoronata Greece
Irinna Hotel
Svoronata Greece
White Rocks Hotel Kefalonia
Platis Gialos Beach Lassis, Kefalonia Platis Gialos Greece
Mediterranee Hotel
, Lassi Greece
Princess Hotel
Argostolion Greece
Thalassa Boutique Hotel Kefalonia
, Lassi Greece
Kefalonia Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
82, Antoni Tritsi Avenue Argostolion Greece
Options
English Guided Tour
The tour is conducted in English.
Depending on the group composition, guiding may be provided in more than one l
Pickup included
German Guided Tour
The tour is conducted in German.
Depending on the group composition, guiding may be provided in more than one l
Pickup included
Reviews
125 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super
Q2071OPjaninas,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super tour with nice guide. A lot of effort was put into it and despite the many stops, no hassle arose. We could enjoy all the stops in peace.
Disappointed
christinaespositoce,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00I had booked this tour months in advance and received an email the day before that it “will not operate” on the day I chose. No reason was given. I was extremely disappointed but was told we would still be going to Melissani Lake and Drogaeti Cave. After paying in full, I received a “partial refund” which was only 10€. Sounded like a great tour but I wouldn’t suggest it.
Great tour guide
S5198TXbonnies,,Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katrin Fehring was our guide for this tour. She was very knowledgeable and kind. We are an older couple, 66 and my husband is 69. There were a few places we had to take it slower, especially on steps. There were alot of them. There was one cave we did not get to go into because it was way too steep, but we still enjoyed the tour. I recommend this to everyone that doesn’t mind walking. But June and July are soooo hot. If you don’t want to see people passing out from the heat, go at another time, drink plenty of water and take breaks.
Highlights of Kefalonia tour 06/18/2025
Donovan S,,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My girlfriend and I did the highlights of kefalonia tour and we were absolutely blown away! This tour really does show you the highlights of the island. Our tour guide Kathryn was the best!! In between every stop she would tell us vast history about the island and its people. When we were waiting for the Melissani lake tour, our guide held our groups place in line so we would not have to stand in the hot sun and could shop. The people at the Avalon travel agency were a pleasure to deal with, they even reached out the day before the excursion to confirm and gave additional details of where to meet and who to look for. If there’s any island that we will be revisiting.. it will 100% be Kefalonia.
Key sites with a great guide
Earl S,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visits the key sights Drogarati Caves and Melissani Lake. Our first stop was the surprisingly interesting Monastery of Agios Gerasimos where the 16th century saint's body hasn't decomposed! Visited a Vassilakis winery to taste local wine, olive oil and honey. Bought a bottle of unusual liquor. Had time later at Agia Efimia to visit a pebble beach and/or eat lunch. Had a great gyros at a local taverna. The guide Christine was from Uk so spoke clear English and provided informative stories and background throughout. learnt a lot about the island. Our driver Dionysius was skilled and handled the narrow roads and local crazy drivers. Site entry at Drogarati and Melissani included. Luckily so queue at the Lake so overall tour went quickly. We were on a cruise ship and picked us up at port. was 8 in a mini bus. Recommend Avalon and the guides
Highly recommended
michaelbY1534LE,,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful tour with our guide Kathrin, who has made the trip a memorable experience, funny, competent and multilingual. We felt very comfortable. Planning and organization were outstanding
It was very hot,and we...
YELENA V,,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00It was very hot,and we had to leave a bus to wait our tour,2 h we been waiting,so bad experience, would never go again
Beautiful Island
gary l,,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was well-prepared and organized. The tour was as presented. Our guide could develop in the area of spontaneity but was pleasant and efficient.
Quick sampling of Kefalonia
davoscjims,,Oct 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour Tour guide Maria did a very good job Driver Stefanus was impressive on the narrow roads Comfortable bus ride (only 24 in the group) No personal listening devices Guide provides the information (reading the text over the loud speaker on the bus) Visit a quaint old church (can descend into chamber under the floor where a monk used to live) The tastings part is at a store which sells wine, olive oil, snacks, honey They provide small free samples The 2 cave visits were very interesting The tour guide does not accompany you but provides info beforehand and provides the entrance ticket The cave with the boat was particularly impressive Its relatively small (and open at the top) but our ride was about 15 min (fyi the boat paddlers have tip jars prominently displayed) 40 min stop at little lakeside town for lunch A bit tricky in Greece to set, order, eat, pay in 40 minutes…but we did it Final stop is mountain overlook of the famous beach Amazing view Overall—not super rushed but not a listed pace either Zero crowds/lines in October Since I knew what to expect—-excellent tour
Great excursion
Suzanne B,,Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time with Katherine and Dimitri Enjoyed it all. The caves lake and the fishing village. It was so good.
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