Ionian Islands

The Ionian Islands have so many features that have allowed them to become one of the most popular tourist destinations around the world. It is a green archipelago consisting of 7 large and many small patches of land. The islands are famous for their beautiful nature, patterned coastlines, and untouched landmarks that send travelers into a special romantic world.

The islands are famous for their beautiful nature, patterned coastlines, and untouched landmarks that send travelers into a special romantic world.

To catch a glimpse of all the beauty of the region, you should pay attention to the largest islands:

• Cerkira (also often referred to as Corfu).
• Kephalonia
• Zakynthos
• Itaca
• Lefkada.
• Paxi.
• Katira (often called Kifira).

How to travel in the Ionian archipelago?

Each of the islands described above has a major port that regularly receives ships from other parts of the archipelago and mainland Greece. The ports of Patras and Kilini, located in the Peloponnese, are the most convenient. They offer voyages to the five largest islands of the Ionian Sea. You can also use the services of ferry operators in other cities of the country – Igoumenitsa and Astakos.

Almost all the islands of the Archipelago are connected to each other, which makes exploring them in a coherent way much easier. Tourists can take speedy trips by speedy catamarans as well as boat trips by modern ferries with comfortable conditions for rest and fun.

Walking around the Ionian Islands, you can observe a huge number of ancient architectural monuments and beautiful natural corners. In the larger port cities the tourist infrastructure is well developed, so travelers of all levels will find something to interest them.

You can also find out more about the culture of the Ionian Islands.

We have a list of all available itineraries in the Ionian Sea on our website. You can also purchase your ferry ticket here.