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Corfu

Enjoy a Greek island cruise to the Ionian paradise of Corfu.

A Greek island cruise to Corfu can be anything you want it to be

For British holidaymakers cruises to Corfu are a perennial favourite. In Corfu, your Greek island cruise really can be anything you want it to be thanks to its fabulous beaches, beautiful interior and, this being Greece, thousands of years of history.

Corfu has been written about by so many illustrious writers and poets who were drawn here by the island’s spectacular natural beauty. Ulysses on his own Greek island cruise stopped at Corfu on his return to Ithaca and visitors will still sense the ancient atmosphere of this unspoiled island, as though one could magically step back in time at any moment.

There are many ways to spend your time ashore and if you don't want to go exploring on your own, or there's something specific you'd like to see, then you can choose from our selection of excursions that offer the best deals on sightseeing and great days out. Why not laze on a picturesque Ionian beach or take a panoramic island tour?

Add an element of adventure to your vacation and opt for a safari jeep expedition, admiring the pretty local villages. As the author Gerald Durrell wrote; ‘Gradually the magic of the island settled over us as gently and clingingly as pollen’… we believe that you will be equally enchanted by your Greek island cruise to Corfu.

Cruise to Corfu - Greece - Mediterranean - MSC Cruises UK

Directions


Ships dock at the New Port. At the exit of the cruise terminal there is a taxi service that will take you to Corfu town. Alternatively you can walk (approximately 30 minutes) to the city centre.

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 COR01 - ACHILLEION S PALACE - Duration: approx. 4 hours - 2012
Level of difficulty: moderate  Corfu marked the final stage of the legendary trip made by the mythological Greek God, Ulysses on his return Ithaca. We will not have such an epic journey, although we will travel around the island admiring Corfu’s lush landscapes. The excursion includes a visit to the Achilleion’s Palace, former residence of Queen Elizabeth of Austria, and a richly decorated home set in pretty gardens overlooking the sea. The Palace is dedicated to another Greek hero, Achilles. Return into Corfu town for a short visit with free time to stroll around.

Price per person Starting from: £45.00 Adults £32.00 Children

   


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 COR02 - BEACH TOUR ( approximate 3,5 hours ) - 2012
Level of difficulty: easy  There may be Opportunities to take a swim. It is Advisable tobring a beach towel, bathing suit, sun protection cream, and a hat.  Limited Availability  Drink  A bus will transfer you to a gorgeous beach for a few hours of pure relaxation: soak up the sun while sitting on the shore of this enchanting Ionian island.
Please note: the excursion is planned from June through September.

Price per person Starting from: £33.00 Adults £23.00 Children

   


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 COR03 - PALEOKASTRITZA - Duration: approx. 4 hours - 2012
Long Bus Trip  Level of difficulty: moderate  Depart from the port for a scenic drive inland through countryside marked by orange groves, cypresses and pines trees to arrive at the beautiful bay of Paleokastritza. Visit the ancient Monastery built high on a rocky outcrop where we will admire some typical examples of Byzantine painting. Continue on to Corfu town for a visit and free time to wander around.
Please note: this excursion is not a beach tour but it offers the possibility to do a brief stop on the beach for those guests who won't be interested in the Monastery visit. The beach does not offer any kind of infrastructure.

Price per person Starting from: £33.00 Adults £23.00 Children

   


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 COR04 - BOAT TOUR - Duration: approx. 5 hours - 2012
Level of difficulty: moderate  There may be Opportunities to take a swim. It is Advisable tobring a beach towel, bathing suit, sun protection cream, and a hat.  Snack  Board a motorboat and sail the coast past Corfu’s picturesque old town, the old port and the XVI century new Venetian Fort. We will continue to Mouse Island for photo opportunities at Blacherna Monastery. Stop at Faliraki for refreshments in a café before ending the excursion on Vidos island where we will have free time for swimming.
Please note: the excursion is planned from June through all September.
 

Price per person Starting from: £74.00 Adults £52.00 Children

   


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 COR05 - SAFARI JEEP- Duration: approx. 5 hours - 2012
Level of difficulty: moderate  There may be Opportunities to take a swim. It is Advisable tobring a beach towel, bathing suit, sun protection cream, and a hat.  Drink  We will leave the port and travel by jeep across mainland Corfu, admiring the wonderful views and the island’s pretty villages, with brief photo stop. Before returning to the port we will gather our strenght at a traditional inn where we will have a drink and enjoy a show of typical Corfu folk dance.
Please note: guests will be expected to drive the jeep as no driver is included; international drive license is compulsory. Each jeep can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests.

Price per person Starting from: £74.00 Adults £52.00 Children

   


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The excursions in the programme above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this programme is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine


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