7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Lefkada

  • Day 1: Porto Katsiki Beach
    1 hour (25.4 km) from Lefkada Town

    Porto Katsiki Beach is one of the most popular and picturesque spots on Lefkada. The beach is secluded with crystal-clear waters and surrounded by striking cliffs. Enjoy the calm beach and beautiful scenery with your family.

  • Day 2: Lefkada Monastery
    10 minutes (5 km) from Lefkada Town

    Visit the beautiful and ancient Lefkada Monastery. Situated on a verdant hill, this monastery is a great place to learn more about the culture and history of Lefkada.

  • Day 3: Nydri Waterfalls
    30 minutes (18.8 km) from Lefkada Town

    Explore the stunning Nydri Waterfalls in Nydri. The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery, and the swimming area is safe for children. Have a picnic and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

  • Day 4: Agios Nikitas Beach
    20 minutes (10 km) from Lefkada Town

    Agios Nikitas Beach is a charming, family-friendly beach located in a small village. The beach has shallow water and is protected from waves, making it perfect for children. Explore the village and its local food.

  • Day 5: Karya Village
    30 minutes (13.8 km) from Lefkada Town

    Visit the traditional mountain village of Karya. Enjoy the picturesque cobblestone streets with unique architecture and local shops filled with traditional crafts. Try the local pies known as "mpougatsa" and the souvlaki with tzatziki.

  • Day 6: Egremni Beach
    1 hour 10 minutes (36.8 km) from Lefkada Town

    Egremni Beach is another translucent-blue-water beach of Lefkada with fine sand and a long coastline surrounded by steep cliffs. The family can sunbathe and swim, and adventurous people can go scuba diving or snorkelling.

  • Day 7: Vassiliki Village
    30 minutes (22.5 km) from Lefkada Town

    Visit the charming fishing village of Vassiliki, known for its souvlaki and fresh seafood restaurants. Enjoy the calm beach and have fun water sports like windsurfing, paddleboarding or jetskiing.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Porto Katsiki Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Lefkada Monastery (1 hour, Free)
  • Nydri Waterfalls (2 hours, €3/person)
  • Agios Nikitas Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Karya Village (3 hours, Free)
  • Egremni Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Vassiliki Village (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €12/person

Transportation

To thoroughly explore Lefkada, renting a car would be the most comfortable option. Rental cars come in different sizes and are suitable for any family size. The average price for a car rental is usually €30-€60/day, and keeping in mind the petrol cost. Public buses are available, but they’re not very frequent, and travelling can be uncomfortable due to summer heat.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, there are few other attractions to visit. Nidri has many boat tours around the island, where tourists can see neighbouring islands like Scorpios island, which is famous for being owned by Aristotle Onassis, and Meganissi. Another fantastic place to visit inland is Sivota village, which is a small charming town with a marina, cafe-bars, and restaurants serving delicious Greek food. Alternatively, if you have less time, you could narrow down the places and concentrate on the family desires.

Airports

Lefkada Airport (PVK), Aktion Airport, is located 18.5 km away from the city centre of Lefkada. There are several airlines flying from several European countries to the airport, such as EasyJet, Ryanair, and TUI Airways. If travelling from outside Europe, your best bet would be to connect via Athens or another gateway hub. Athens is reachable by ferry, and from there, visitors can take a bus for 4 hours (€20) or rent a car and drive the distance (4 hours, 375 km).

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