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The Ionian Islands: Corfu to Kefalonia: 5-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

Last updated: 2026-09-12

The 5-day version for June: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 4-day plan · 5-day plan · 7-day plan · best time to go.

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5

days

230 km

distance

18.6 h

in transit

20

curated stops

💡 Good to know for this plan

~14.7 hours of daylight in June — the plan keeps days inside a realistic window.
Ferries and the Lefkada causeway flow freely, Porto Katsiki and Myrtos gleam without the August anchor-to-anchor flotillas, and the olive groves hum.
Heavy transit: day 3 (7h29) runs over 6 hours in transit. Around 6 days would keep daily travel comfortable on this route — or keep the dates and start each of those days by 08:00.

Day 1 Corfu

4 curated stops

Transit: 0h27
Finish: ~13:55
Temperature: 20.8°C–26.2°C
Rainy days: ~4
Daylight: 14.8h

09:00

Achilleion hppc.gr read more map ↗

Walk through Achilleion’s sculpture-lined gardens while the palace interior remains closed for restoration.

50 min · Corfu

open: Mo-Su 08:00-16:00

10:05

Pontikonisi read more map ↗

Spot the iconic miniature islet, a city landmark.

50 min · Corfu

11:05

Mon Repos Estate read more map ↗

Stroll through a neoclassical villa with royal history.

50 min · Corfu

open: Winter: Tue-Sun 08:00-15:00; summer: daily 08:00 to 16:00. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing

12:05

Old Fortress read more map ↗

Walk through the ruins of a Byzantine-era fortress.

50 min · Corfu · €6 adults, €3 students/seniors

open: November to March: 08:30-15:30, April to October 08:00-20:00

12:55

Roda Park rodapark.com map ↗

Savor traditional Greek dishes like fresh fish and kleftiko, with lively music and dancing on Wednesdays.

60 min · Corfu

open: Daily 12:30-00:00; appears to be seasonal opening, so assume this applies to May-Sep

Overnight here

e.g. Castelli Cottage · Kaiser Bridge Hotel

Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 2 Around Corfu

4 curated stops

Transit: 2h08
Finish: ~16:15
Temperature: 20.8°C–26.2°C
Rainy days: ~4
Daylight: 14.8h

09:00

Angelokastro Byzantine Castle read more map ↗

Explore a dramatic cliffside Byzantine fortress.

50 min · Corfu

10:40

Sidari read more map ↗

Walk through the Canal de l'Amour's natural arches.

90 min · Corfu

13:25

New Fortress read more map ↗

Visit Venetian-era barracks, stoas, and water ducts atop San Marco Hill.

50 min · Corfu

14:25

Museum of Asiatic Art matk.gr read more map ↗

Discover over ten thousand objects from Asia in a neoclassical palace.

50 min · Corfu · Full: €6, reduced: €3, everyone pays reduced price from November to March. Free for EU citizens 25 and under

open: Daily 08.00-20:00

15:15

Alexandros Greek Taverna alexandrosroda.com map ↗

Enjoy local specialties in a charming roof garden, with a variety of set menu options available.

60 min · Corfu

open: Daily 08:00-02:00

Overnight here

e.g. Castelli Cottage · Kaiser Bridge Hotel

Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 3 Lefkada

3 curated stops

Transit: 7h29
Finish: ~17:45
Temperature: 20.3°C–26.7°C
Rainy days: ~3
Daylight: 14.7h

Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

05:40–06:00
Transfer
Corfu → Corfu ferry terminal
Reach the passenger-ferry terminal from the central Corfu route anchor and be ready for the early sailing.
Planning allowance: 20 min
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06:00–12:15
Public transport
Corfu ferry terminal → Lefkada ferry terminal
Lefkada Palace passenger ferry via Paxos — verify the current operating period and reserve before travel
Departs 06:30 · At the gate by 06:00
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12:15–12:45
Transfer
Lefkada ferry terminal → Lefkada
Continue from the ferry arrival with locally arranged road transport on Lefkada.
Planning allowance: 30 min
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12:45

Porto Katsiki read more

Walk down to sandy shores framed by towering white cliffs.

90 min · Lefkada

14:30

Perigiali read more map ↗

Savor calm waters sheltered from the wind with nearby restaurants.

90 min · Lefkada

16:15

Egremni read more

Descend to a long Lefkada beach edged by clear turquoise Ionian water.

90 min · Lefkada

Overnight here

e.g. Aqua Lora

Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 4 Kefalonia

3 curated stops

Transit: 5h44
Finish: ~17:55
Temperature: 21.7°C–25.3°C
Rainy days: ~2
Daylight: 14.6h

Travel connections

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

09:00–09:00
Transfer
Lefkada
Continue with the separately arranged road vehicle used on Lefkada.
Planning allowance: 0 min
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09:00–09:50
Road estimate
Lefkada → Vasiliki ferry terminalCheck source
09:50–10:20
Transfer
Vasiliki ferry terminal
Return or park the Lefkada vehicle, check in as a foot passenger and confirm the booked sailing.
Planning allowance: 30 min
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10:20–11:20
Ferry
Vasiliki ferry terminal → Fiscardo ferry terminal
Cross from Lefkada to Kefalonia on the booked Vasiliki–Fiscardo ferry.
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11:20–11:50
Transfer
Fiscardo ferry terminal
Collect separately arranged road transport for Kefalonia after disembarking.
Planning allowance: 30 min
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11:50–12:50
Road estimate
Fiscardo ferry terminal → KefaloniaCheck source

12:50

Melissani Cave discovergreece.com read more map ↗

Cross Melissani’s blue-lit underground lake in a shared rowing boat beneath the cave’s open roof.

50 min · Kefalonia

open: May-Oct; daily hours vary by date; confirm before visiting

14:25

Myrtos Beach read more map ↗

Pose on powdery sand ranked among the world's finest beaches.

90 min · Kefalonia

17:05

Corgialenios Library corgialenios.gr map ↗

You will see a collection of ceramics, sculptures, textiles, silver utensils, and rare books.

50 min · Kefalonia · There is a small entrance fee

open: Mo-Th,Sa 09:00-14:00; Fr 09:00-14:00,17:00-21:00; Su off

Overnight here

Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 5 Around Kefalonia

4 curated stops

Transit: 2h51
Finish: ~17:55
Temperature: 21.7°C–25.3°C
Rainy days: ~2
Daylight: 14.6h

09:00

Avythos search map ↗

Unwind at the island's best beach bar with lively vibes and views.

90 min · Kefalonia

11:45

Antisamos search map ↗

Bask in brilliant blue water framed by mountains and white stones.

90 min · Kefalonia

14:05

Horgota Beach search map ↗

Stand where the film scene unfolded on this iconic jetty beach.

90 min · Kefalonia

16:25

Dafnoudi search map ↗

Enjoy peaceful moments on this quiet, isolated sandy shore.

90 min · Kefalonia

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