The Caves....Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake
Overview
Explore two of Kefalonia’s most impressive natural wonders on this half-day coach tour from Argostoli. Travel by comfortable, air-conditioned bus to Drogarati Cave, renowned for its dramatic stalactites, vast chambers, and remarkable acoustics. Learn about the cave’s geological formation as you walk through its atmospheric interior.
Continue by coach to Melissani Lake, a unique underground lake illuminated by sunlight streaming through the open cave roof. Here, you will board a small traditional rowing boat for a short guided ride inside the lake, where the local boatman shares the mythology and history of this enchanting natural wonder. This brief boat crossing is the only boat experience included in the excursion.
After visiting the caves, enjoy a scenic drive with a photo stop overlooking Myrtos Beach, one of Greece’s most iconic viewpoints. Capture the striking contrast between the white cliffs and the deep blue Ionian Sea before returning to Argostoli by coach.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Short rowing boat ride inside Melissani Lake
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
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.
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Drogarati Cave
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Melissani Cave
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Myrtos Beach
10 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
- This tour includes visits to natural caves with steps and uneven surfaces.
- The boat ride inside Melissani Lake is shared with other visitors and lasts approximately 10–15 minutes.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Total driving time during the tour is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- For guests selecting a pick-up outside Argostoli, the additional transfer time to and from the starting point is not included in the tour duration and will be added to the overall experience.
- During the peak summer months of July and August, and especially on days when multiple cruise ships arrive at Argostoli Port, the caves can become extremely busy. This may result in longer waiting times and queues at the entrances, even with our best efforts to organize the visit efficiently and minimize delays.
- Please note that visitors flow at the caves are managed by the site authorities
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 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).
- Entrance Fees.
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Short rowing boat ride inside Melissani Lake.
- Local guide.
- Food and drinks.
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..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Caves....Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake 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 The Caves….Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake 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
- Entrance Fees
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Short rowing boat ride inside Melissani Lake
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour includes visits to natural caves with steps and uneven surfaces.
- The boat ride inside Melissani Lake is shared with other visitors and lasts approximately 10–15 minutes.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Total driving time during the tour is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- For guests selecting a pick-up outside Argostoli, the additional transfer time to and from the starting point is not included in the tour duration and will be added to the overall experience.
- During the peak summer months of July and August, and especially on days when multiple cruise ships arrive at Argostoli Port, the caves can become extremely busy. This may result in longer waiting times and queues at the entrances, even with our best efforts to organize the visit efficiently and minimize delays.
- Please note that visitors flow at the caves are managed by the site authorities
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
