Sailing Ithaca: Complete Island Guide

Overview

Ithaca is Homer’s legendary island - where Odysseus returned after the Trojan War. Today it offers some of the Ionian’s prettiest harbor villages (Kioni, Frikes) and excellent sheltered anchorages.

Main Harbors

Kioni

Prettiest village harbor in the Ionian. Excellent tavernas, shops, protected harbor. Popular - arrive early in peak season.

Vathi

Ithaca’s capital. Deep harbor, good provisioning, Archaeological Museum. Working port atmosphere.

Frikes

Quieter alternative to Kioni. Small harbor, tavernas, authentic Greek village life.