Ithaca
Yacht Charters

At the end of winding roads sprawling with wandering goats, Kathara Monastery is a symbol of Ithaca’s interesting religious history. Sitting high above sea level, this local haunt gives visitors diverse, unparalleled views from its ancient bell tower: the rolling mountains of Akarnania, the Echinades islets, the peaks of Zákynthos, the eastern coast of Kefalonia, and in the distance, the sun setting over the Ionian horizon.

A popular destination for locals and tourists alike, the capital of Ithaca, Vathy, is home to an exquisite harbor with must-try restaurants, familiar locals, and a small, but pristine beach offering just the right amount of privacy. With its sheltered harbor making it a haven for yachts and sailboats, Vathy Bay welcomes boaters and yachters to come ashore to explore its artisan shops, grab an island drink at its casual, enchanting bars, and – as you would anywhere on the Ionian Sea – take in its raved-about, unparalleled views.

Just steps from the island’s capital, Vathy, Filiatro Beach boasts a mystical collection of white, shiny pebbles, shallow and translucent waters, and limited tourism; making it a true, and treasured Grecian respite. Perfect for a morning swim or an afternoon of sunbathing, Filiatro Beach is dotted with natural trees stretching all the way down to the shore’s edge – creating an equally beautiful and calming ambiance.

Everyone knows that Greece is the birthplace of history – and in Ithaca, Homer’s School gives travelers a glimpse of that history up close and personal. Near what archeologists believe to be the palace of Odysseus, these ancient ruins bring Homer’s Odyssey to life; and with it, large, shadowing olive trees and magnificent views of Afales Bay.