Nikiana Holidays

Nikiana Holidays - Destination Profile

Language: Greek

Currency: Euro

Dialling Code: 00 30

Time Difference: +2 GMT

Flight Duration: 4 hours

Nearest Airport: Preveza (PVK)

Distance From Airport: 38km

Nikiana Holidays - Things to see

The Archaeological Museum: A collection at the Archaeological Museum includes finds from the pre-historic era, (2nd millennium B.C.) up to Roman times. Of particular interest are the finds from excavations by the German archaeologist Dorpfeld.

The Museum of Gramophones: The museum exhibits, as its name indicates a collection of gramophones but also various other objects related to the every day life of the islanders such as jewels, coins, embroideries, photographs and traditional musical instruments. It is located in the capital of Lefkada.

The Agios Ioannis Antzoussis church: Situated 3 kilometres west of Lefkada Town, this church is the oldest church of the island. It was built by the Franks on the top of a rock on the site where an older church used to stand. Some said that Apostle Paul stopped here on his way to Rome, to spread Christianity.

Orpheus Society Folk Art Museum: Traditional Lefkadian textiles, the Lefkadian loom and traditional costumes. These are just some of the exhibits at the museum of the Orpheus Society which, apart from a museum also runs a choir, a musical school, a theatrical department and a radio station.

Things to do on a Holiday in Nikiana

Windsurfing: Vasiliki has a reputation for being one of the best windsurfing spots in Greece. You can hire windsurfing equipment and other water sports facilities are available.

Day Cruises: The boats leave from Nidri and go to the small islets of Meganisi, Sparti, Skorpidi, and Skorpios. There are some Bronze Age Tombs south of Nidri that were excavated by Wilhelm Dorpfeld in the early part of the century

Nikiana Holidays Excursions

Make your holidays to Nikiana special and book one of our wonderful excursions, we have a range of excursions that have been carefully selected to cater for everyone's interests. Some of our most popular excursions are:-

Island Discovery: Find the hidden delights of this lovely island with our guided tour.

Lefkas Evening: Spend a pleasant evening in the capital. Time for shopping or a meal or both if you like.

Forgotten Islands: Visit the island that most people miss and have a relaxing day on the boat.

Sunset and Stars: Cruise to deserted beach where our guide will teach you the secrets of the night sky.

Island Hopping: A day to chill out on the beach learn a little local history and let your hair down on the return trip.

Seven Islands: Cruise to the most magnificent beaches on Lefkada and visit Ithaca and Kefalonia.

Mainland Adventure: Learn about the Oracle of the dead and explore the magical waters of the ancient river Styx.

For further information and to secure your place on all the above exciting days and nights out, see your Olympic representative in the resort. The best time to book would be at the Welcome Get Together on the day after arrival.

Getting Around on Nikiana Holidays

Boat: There are two ferry boat services operating from Lefkas: The ferryboat 'Meganissi' shuttles between Nidri and the little ports of Spilia (Spartohori) and Vathy (Vathi), on the Island of Meganisi. The journey time is approximately 20 minutes and carries cars and foot passengers.

The ferryboat 'Captain Aristides' operates a service to the Islands of Kefalonia (Fiscardo) and Ithaka (Frikes) to the south of Lefkas. In the low season, the ferry operates from Vasiliki on the south coast of Lefkas. During June and the high season it departs from Nidri.

Bus: The KTEL service down the East Coast between Lefkas Town and Nidri is fairly frequent and popular. Getting to the West Coast and inland villages can be more difficult as often there is only one bus per day. (Very few buses run during the 'Siesta' (between approx. 14.00 and 18.00), and services are limited on Sundays and Bank Holidays.)

The Main Bus Station in Lefkada Town is located on Golemi Street, on the harbour front road.

Taxi: Taxis are reasonable if two or three people are sharing a trip to a site.

Car Hire: An excellent way of getting around during Nikiana holidays, car hire gives you complete flexibility as well as the ability to see more of the island.

Nikiana Holidays Shopping

Popular items purchased by those taking holidays in Nikiana include embroideries and hand made traditional laces.

Nikiana Holidays - Beaches

Agiofili - This small sandy cove is only accessible by boat and is part of the Bay of Vasiliki, although the rocks on each end make you feel as if you are in a secluded paradise.

Agios Nikitas - This long stretch of sandy beach on the west side of Lefkada is fronted by a small town with restaurants, tavernas, rooms, and a nearby campsite.

Pefkoulia - Pefkoulia is a very long sandy beach on the west side on Lefkada and located north of the fishing village of Agios Nikitas. Considered as one of the best beaches of the island where the sea has a wonderful turquoise colour. At the bottom of the road are a parking lot and a few tavernas.

Egremni - Egremni is a large, wide, sandy beach open to the western sea. It can be reached by boat from Nidri, Vasiliki or Lefkada.

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