Argostoli & Beyond: Villages, Olive Oil & Honey Tasting
Overview
Explore traditional villages, historic landmarks, sacred monasteries, and stunning coastal scenery.
Begin your journey at Katavothres, a rare geological phenomenon where seawater mysteriously disappears underground. Continue to the beautiful Fanari Lighthouse.
Travel to the charming village of Kastro, known for its stone houses, quiet alleys, and timeless atmosphere. Enjoy free time in the village or take an optional walk up to St. George’s Castle.
From Kastro, your journey continues through scenic mountainous villages to the fertile Omala Valley.
Visit the sacred Monastery of St. Gerasimos, the most important religious site on the island and home to the relics of Kefalonia’s patron saint.
Continue your journey with a tasting of two premium Kefalonian extra virgin olive oils and two varieties of local honey at a traditional cultural boutique.
Before returning to Argostoli, enjoy a scenic photo stop at Koutavos Lagoon, a tranquil natural habitat surrounded by lush greenery
What's Included
- Olive Oil & Honey Tasting Experience
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Port / Hotel pick up & Drop Off
- Local Guide
- Food & Drink
- Entrance Fees for the St. George Castle
Meeting and Pickup
Customers arriving by cruise ship will be collected directly at Argostoli Port. Our staff with signs "Avalon Travel" will be waiting at the Argostoli Cruise Ship Terminal. Holidaymakers staying in Kefalonia will be picked up from the listed hotels or designated meeting points. Please note that pick-up time may vary depending on the distance from Argostoli, and travel time from hotels outside Argostoli is not included in the tour duration.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Sinkholes of Argostoli
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lighthouse of Saint Theodoroi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St George's Castle
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Monastery of Agios Gerasimos
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kefalonian Product Boutique
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
KOUTAVOS LAGOON ARGOSTOLI
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour involves walking on uneven surfaces in villages and at cultural sites.
- Entry to St. George’s Castle is optional and may require an additional fee.
- Monastery of St. Gerasimos is an active religious site; modest clothing is recommended.
- Comfortable shoes, sun protection, and water are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Olive Oil & Honey Tasting Experience.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Port / Hotel pick up & Drop Off.
- Local Guide.
- Food & Drink.
- Entrance Fees for the St. George Castle.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Argostoli & Beyond: Villages, Olive Oil & Honey Tasting is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Argostoli & Beyond: Villages, Olive Oil & Honey Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Olive Oil & Honey Tasting Experience
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Port / Hotel pick up & Drop Off
- Local Guide
- Food & Drink
- Entrance Fees for the St. George Castle
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour involves walking on uneven surfaces in villages and at cultural sites.
- Entry to St. George’s Castle is optional and may require an additional fee.
- Monastery of St. Gerasimos is an active religious site; modest clothing is recommended.
- Comfortable shoes, sun protection, and water are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
