Corfu Cruise Holidays

One of the most popular and best-loved Greek Islands cruises to Corfu feature plenty of fantastic beaches and lively resorts, as well as authentic fishing villages, sophisticated nightlife and a rich history to explore. The largest of the Ionian Islands of Greece, Corfu cruises showcase the natural beauty of this green, lush region, with its mountainous countryside home to an abundance of olive groves. Cruises to Corfu show visitors a great way to experience this beloved Greek Island, which remain very popular with British tourists, due to the reasonable package prices available and the relatively short flying time of 3 hours.   

 

The main port used by ships on a Corfu cruise is Corfu Town, which has become a increasingly popular stop on many Mediterranean cruise liners' itinerary. One of the most charming spots for visitors is Corfu Town itself, home to a charming old quarter with a wealth of tiny pedestrian streets and alleyways, and a unique blend of architecture. Cruises to Corfu Town offer the chance for plenty of shopping, dining and people-watching in the bars and cafes, as well as lots of sightseeing, with attractions including the Old and New Forts, the Archaeological Museum and numerous flower-filled squares and palaces. Other easy day trips to consider on a cruise to Corfu include Mouse Island and Viaherna, two tiny islands boasting spectacular views, the villages of Paleokastritsa and Gastouri, and the sandy beaches at Agios Georgios and Barbati.    

 

Activities on a Corfu cruise include plenty of watersports such as windsurfing, water skiing and scuba diving, as well as horse riding, jeep safari tours and mountain biking adventures. Restaurants and tavernas offer a wide range of food and drink at reasonable prices, with a cruise to Corfu featuring plenty of authentic regional Corfio specialties, as well as more familiar fare. Corfu cruises are an ideal way to sample the diverse nightlife found throughout the island, which varies from all-night clubs and discos in hotspots such as Cavos and Ipsos, to quiet evenings in local bars.