Half Day Panoramic Island Tour

The sinks of Argostoli have been considered another "mystery" by many of Kefalonia. At the edge of the Argostoli Peninsula the sea penetrates the land and flows into sinkholes. The phenomenon has long troubled scientists. In 1963, geologists Viktor Maurin and Josef Zötl of the University of Graz threw 160 kilograms of paint into one of the sinks. Two weeks later traces of color were found in springs on the other side of the island, 14 km away, as well as in the Melissani lake cave.The sinks are nothing more than karstic gaps through which the waters of the rivers that flow into the polga are drained. The strange thing is that the sinks of Argostoli are a system of crevices that are located at a lower level than the sea surface and constantly receive its waters with momentum, a kind of coastal abyss with a constant inflow of sea water. Many scientists claim that fresh water descends underground from Ainos, it is estimated that 1,000 cubic meters per 24 hours, are lost.

Kourkoumelata is one of the most beautiful, elegant, picturesque and impressive villages of Kefalonia. A special feature of the village is the variety of plans in the construction of the houses, which are not located in the road, but follow the rules of excellent road planning. Despite the beauty and elegance of the buildings, however, in Kourkoumelata we would say that the leading role is not so much the buildings, as the colorful gardens that are an integral part of the area and with great care are taken care of by the villagers. Even the common areas are impressive, with the lawn having its place of honor and the giant palm trees dominating the main square.

The Castle of Agios Georgios is built on a hill at a distance of 7 km from Argostoli and dominates the southern part of Kefalonia and the bay of Argostoli. The castle began to be built during the Frankish occupation but expanded and acquired strategic importance during the Venetian occupation. For many years it was the administrative center of Kefalonia until the capital was moved to Argostoli in the 18th century. Despite the damage caused by the earthquakes, but also the wear and tear of time, the castle of Agios Georgios remains impressive today, as a typical example of Venetian fortification art.

In Sami, the green of the trees touches the white of the sand and the blue of the sea, offering incredible landscapes, like those of the movie "Captain Corelli's Mandolin", which was shot in the city of Sami and the neighboring beaches.free time .

On the way back to the port, you will have the chance for a short stop at De Bosset Bridge in Argostoli. The Bridge is the largest stone bridge on a seawater body and has been in existence since 1813. It has been recently renovated and offers a majestic sight of the capital from distance and Koutavos lagoon for locals and visitors alike.