Kefalonia Holidays
Kefalonia apartments, cottages, hotels, studios, villas and village houses
Island
Why Holiday in Kefalonia?
Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands, but among the least commercialised. The coastline offers mile after mile of sandy beaches and unspoilt rural areas that are waiting to be explored.
The weather on the island of Kefalonia consists of rainy winters and dry, hot summers. With higher winter rainfall, Kefalonia boasts verdant plains, forests and hillsides dotted with grazing mountain goats.
Great food is certainly a feature of Kefalonia. Feta cheeses from goats and ewes milk, olives and fresh fish from the ports at Sami, Poros, Argostoli and Fiskardo are among the islands' specialities served at excellent tavernas across Kefalonia. Our full listing of Kefalonia holiday accommodation includes villas, cottages and apartment options.
For more information on Kefalonia, its resorts and villages click the tabs above. Our 'Getting there' section includes flight routes to Kefalonia and ferry options.
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Resorts
Ai Helis
More infoAi Helis has a lovely sandy beach and enjoys breath taking views across to Zante. This area is renowned for its luxurious villas with spacious gardens that hug the beautiful south coast of the island.
Fiskardo
More infoThe old fishing harbour of Fiskardo on the northern tip of Kefalonia is the only village that survived the 1953 earthquake intact. Now an attractive cosmopolitan harbour, the numerous shops and tavernas look out over the natural bay where visiting yachts are moored.
Lassi
More infoWith some of the best beaches on the island and a plentiful selection of bars, restaurants and shops, Lassi has become one of Kefalonia's most popular resorts and is a favourite family holiday destination.
Lourdas Bay
More infoSet against the impressive backdrop of Mount Aenos, Lourdas Bay boasts some of the best sandy beaches on Kefalonia. A delightful place in which to spend a quiet, relaxing and totally enjoyable Greek island holiday.
Minies
More infoWith its own uncrowded beach and a small fishing harbour, Minies is a place to relax and really escape from it all. Although quiet it is not isolated, as there are a choice of larger beaches and resorts within a short drive.
Ratzakli
More infoRatzakli lies on the hillside between the fishing village of Katelios and the popular resort of Skala, just above the reknowned sandy beach at Kaminia.
Sarlata
More infoSarlata is a quiet and quintessentially Ionian village which is perfect for relaxing family holidays. This peaceful hillside hamlet is in an excellent position close to local tavernas and a choice of sandy beaches.
Skala
More infoThis is one of the places to consider if you are looking for a beach holiday in Kefalonia. Miles of golden sand sprinkled with tiny white pebbles and lapped by crystal clear waters provide safe swimming for the whole family.
Spartia
More infoThe sunny bay of Spartia is situated at the bottom of a flowery hillside and protected by outcrops of rock. There is a pretty beach with clear aquamarine water and soft white sand and a small jetty and harbour.
Svoronata
More infoThe charming village of Svoronata has everything - fine beaches, beautiful surroundings and good food - Svoronata is a sleepy resort that will hold particular appeal for those wanting a peaceful holiday on Kefalonia.
Trapezaki
More infoSituated between the tiny harbour of Pessada and Lourdas is the fertile valley of Trapezaki which is home to some of the best beaches on Kefalonia and makes a perfect base for exploring this stunning Ionian Island.
Vlakhata
More infoVlakhata (full name Vlakhata Ikossimias) is a traditional village located in the southern part of the island of Kefalonia, 15km from the capital Argostoli. The surrounding countryside is grazing land for goats and sheep kept by local herdsmen, while the beaches of Lourdas and Trapezaki are just 2km away.
Zola
More infoZola has a choice of deserted golden beaches lapped by azure waters. The traditional village has a selection of cafes and tavernas, and the sophisticated island capital of Argostoli is just a twenty minute drive away.
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Holidays To Kefalonia
How To Get There
Flights to Kefalonia are available from the following UK airports:
Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Gatwick, Luton, Manchester.
The majority of flights depart on Sundays or Tuesdays and the flight time is approximately 3 hours 15 minutes. Daily flights to Kefalonia are available from Athens airport.
SunIsle Holidays offer a full travel service including flights, car hire and private taxi transfers as well as apartments, hotels and villas on an accommodation-only basis.
Call 0034 633385068 to speak with our travel experts who can create a personalised holiday to meet your requirements.
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The Insider
Mountains, beaches and more ...
A holiday on Kefalonia offers a truly different Greek island experience. Rugged, mountainous but blessed with some of the best beaches in the Ionian, Kefalonia has a grandeur that is unequalled by any of the other islands.
Fortunately for those looking for a more peaceful and relaxing holiday, Kefalonia has resisted the sort of tourism that has overrun some islands. Whilst the number of visitors is steadily rising (thanks in no small part to Louis de Berniere's famous novel and film, 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin'), a great virtue of its size is that it can comfortably absorb them.
With its beautiful sandy beaches and small seaside resorts, impressive mountainous landscapes and beautiful forests, a holiday in Kefalonia offers a more beguiling, peaceful ambience which makes a welcome change from some of the larger, more commercialised resorts on other Greek islands.
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