ZAKYNTHOS VIP TOURS & CRUISES
ZAKYNTHOS PRIVATE TOURS, PRIVATE CRUISES, PRIVATE BOAT TRIPS
Tailor made private boat trip excursions and bus tours in Zakynthos Zante island
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with our tailor-made private boat trip excursions and private bus and boat tours on the enchanting Zakynthos, the jewel known as Zante island!
Are you dreaming of a private cruise, an exclusive tour, a private island tour or a personalized boat trip? Look no further – let us be your expert guides on this incredible journey. With our exceptional guiding expertise and extensive knowledge of Zakynthos and mainland Greece, we can't wait to bring your travel dreams to life. Our personalized private tours offer you not just freedom and flexibility but also a treasure trove of knowledge that adds rich context and depth to every spot you explore on Zakynthos.
Whether you're a solo adventurer, a couple seeking romance, honeymooners, a group celebrating a hen or stag party, a wedding party, or family and friends looking to reunite on Zante – our private tours and private boat trips are meticulously crafted by our professional team. Every detail is thoughtfully planned to ensure your holiday on Zakynthos is nothing short of the most delightful and stress-free travel experience.
Imagine planning a vacation to Zante that fulfills every item on your bucket list. Envision smooth sailing because your private trip is precisely tailored to your desires. We guarantee that at the end of your private tour, you'll sit back, relax with a big smile on your face, feel the salt on your skin, and experience pure bliss while cherishing the memories captured during this unique travel experience.Get ready to make your dream holiday a reality with Nefis Travel Zakynthos VIP Tours & Cruises!
A few suggestions from our award winning private tours:
See Zakynthos In One Day tours
Option 1:
SEA PACKAGE
Diamond Zakynthos Highlights - Private cruise around the island
Whole day tour (8 am – 4 pm)
Theprivate tourstarts in the morning, when you are collected by luxury mini bus, to be transferred to Zante Town. Upon arrival the relaxation begins as you board theopen speedboatin the picturesque harbor and feel your worries melt away as you enjoy the amazing harbor skyline and the bright turquoise seas of the Ionian beckon, while your guide points out the places of interest, with nice historical and flora and fauna information. We will make our way toXingia sea spa. The turquoise blue sea here contains traces of sulfur and collagen. The sulfur and collagen pours down from the mountains into the sea and has been proven to offer significant health benefits. A swim in the healthy waters will revitalize your energy and polish your skin. Many visitors have reported feeling younger and relaxed due to this natural phenomenon in theNorth of Zakynthos.
Next on the itinerary is a stop into the beautifulBlue Caves, to take photos of the sea caves and arches, as well as the stunning translucent blue waters. Those who wish to fully experience the phenomenon of theBlue Cavescan take a dip in the blue waters. Your whole body takes on the blue hues but do not worry though, this is just an optical illusion and the blue hue will disappear once out of the water. We then sail towards shipwreck bay and as one of the first arrivals toShipwreck Bay, we enjoy a very peaceful, and often exclusive out here.
After the fascinating views and stories told about theShipwreck, it’s time to explore more of our beautiful island as we set sail on the west coast. We will pass and explore many famous caves and private beaches like Porto Roxa, an untouched pearl situated in a small fiord outlet. And of course on our list are the two iconic rock formations, the Mizithres.Theserock formationsreveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok on Zakynthos. The ultimate place for your 'picture perfect'. We will explore the outstanding beauty of the rock formation theMizithres, when we will sail in between those two iconic rock formations, on our way to the picturesque harbor ofKeri.
Keri is a charming fishing village that retains a strong traditional character combined with an enchanting boulevard. Here you could enjoy an amazing lunch ( optional ) at one of the Greek local taverns with rooftop excess, which lends itself to one of the most breathtaking, panoramic sea views over theMarine Park of Zakynthos, the Bay of Laganas. Back on board we sail to the photogenicMarathonisi island, better known asTurtle island. Here the boat stops for photographs while your guide explains all about this amazing white sandy beach and island, known for its importance as a nesting area of theCaretta Caretta loggerhead turtles. From here we go for the last part of the tour as we create your turtle spotting adventure, we nearly always have the chance to take a snapshot of these enchanting animals up close, in an eco-friendly manner.
Our private cruise around this island is an amazing odyssey, of Mother Nature at its best; a unique Zakynthian trip that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Option 2:
LAND AND SEA
Diamond Zakynthos Highlights
Whole day package (8 am – 6 pm)
If you don't want to spend too much time out at sea but still want to visit many places then the answer is easy as we create the ultimateLand and Sea tour, for your travel wishes. In our Mercedes Limo van with an English speaking chauffeur you will be picked up from your accommodation and driven to an idyllic harbor in the North. You will enjoy the scenic coastal views around you without compromising on luxury. As we move deeper into the mountains ofZakynthos, taking in the majestic views of the Ionian Sea and authentic villages along the way, your guide will inform you about the diverse local history, flora and fauna.
You will board on aluxury open speedboatorsmall yachtand cruise to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, theShipwreck beach of Zakynthos. As the first travelers of the day, we can enjoy the serenity of this iconic bay, without the crowds. On this journey you can indulge yourself in the amazing blue colors of the Ionian sea with opportunities to enjoy a swim and snorkel at Agios Andreas island and theBlue Caves, as that will be our next stop; bliss! Having enjoyed the beautiful crystal waters ofZakynthos, we continue the journey by minivan to the panoramic platform in the North of the island. From here you can take the famous picture of theShipwreck Bay. This is every keen photographer’s highlight and one of the most famous sites in Greece. Everyone is enchanted by the amazing array of blue colors in the waters aroundSmugglers Bay. Here your guide explains the intriguing story of theZakynthos Shipwreck– a fascinating tale.
After this enchanting Kodak moment, it’s now time to relax and have lunch (optional) at a traditional Greek tavern, while overlooking the Green mountains ofZakynthos. We now make our way to a picturesque traditional Greek roadside market where you will enjoy your free Greek snacks and wine-tasting: A slice of village bread, dipped in olive oil, with olives, oregano and local Zakynthian cheese called Lado-tiri. This is an ultimate place for local products including: honey, oils, sweets, hand-made carpets and tapestries.
After this wonderful tickling of our taste buds, we will make our way to the south of Zante.At the harbor our Nefis captain will be waiting for you to board aprivate speedboattocruiseto one of the most beautiful beaches and caves, situated aroundTurtle Islandalso calledMarathonisi, to swim and snorkel in the most extraordinary turquoise waters and you will have time for aneco- friendly turtles spottingadventure. And last but not least we tick off the bucket listwhile we Sail towards the two iconic rock formations, the Mizithres. These rock formations reveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most popular photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. The ultimate place for a 'picture perfect' moment.
With the carefully selected program of this unique tour, you can see all the highlights of Zante in one day. 'Diamond Zakynthos Highlights' is a unique Zakynthian trip that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Zante Island tours by luxury minivan
Option 1:
JEWELS OF ZANTE
(8.30 am – 3.30 pm)
In a luxury minibus with a local English-speaking chauffeur, you will be picked up from your Zakynthos holiday accommodation. We ensure that we travel with an interactive and highly flexible schedule at a very relaxed pace. This gives us the opportunity to visit authentic zakynthian places where larger bus tours simply cannot reach.
Thisprivate island tourwill invigorate your senses, providing a fantastic opportunity to dig into the roots of the island’s culture. You will have the opportunity to meet local residents while enjoying ‘off the beaten track’ scenery and the hidden treasures ofZakynthos. Nefis Travel offers a very friendly and laid back style, your bus driver will share beautiful stories from Zakynthos.
We guarantee you the best holidayprivate tour– so good that it will be the crown on your stay inZakynthos!
Option 2:
ZAKYNTHOS’ PANORAMIC VIEWS AND SEA BLISS
(8.30 am – 4 pm)
To travel is to be free from the routines and stress of everyday life. Allow yourself to enjoy panoramic views, authentic villages and the island's highlights, with the final relaxation of the day at the Natural Sea spa Xingia. You will experience a fun and playful adventure on Zakynthos as we take memorable portraits of you along the way.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the wonderful Zakynthos countryside to Cameo island, also known for the Mama Mia weddings. A name given with a reason, as you will soon discover the enchanting side of its idyllic sandy beach, azure waters and photogenic wooden bridge. We then make our way to Keri, with its majestic landscape, deep blue waters, and endless panoramic views of the Mizitres Rock formation!These rock formationsreveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok on Zakynthos. The ultimate place for your 'picture perfect' moments.
We step back in time visiting some of the untouched villages along the way and enjoy an amazing lunch in Kampi located high along the Zakynthian white cliffs, which lends itself to one of the most breathtaking, panoramic sea views in all of Greece. After lunch, we continue our photographic road trip to the Shipwreck bay viewing platform at the North of the island. From here you can see the famous picture of the Shipwreck bay! This is every keen photographer’s highlight and one of the most recognizable and famous sites in Greece. Everyone is enchanted by the amazing array of blue waters around Smugglers Bay. Here your guide explains the intriguing story of the Zakynthos Shipwreck – a fascinating tale!
After this enchanting Kodak moment, it’s now time for our final stop and ultimate way to relax; at Xigia sea spa. The turquoise blue waters here contain traces of sulphur and collagen. The sulphur and collagen pours down from the mountains into the sea and has been proven to offer significant health benefits. A swim in the healthy waters will revitalize your energy and polish your skin. Many visitors have reported feeling younger and more relaxed due to this natural phenomenon in the North of Zakynthos.
Let’s create these special Kodak moments for you and your loved ones in the most enchanting settings, with the beautiful island of Zakynthos as your background. It’s the perfect way to remember your fabulous holiday experiences.
Zakynthos North West tours
Option 1:
DIAMOND SEA PACKAGE
VIP Shipwreck and Blue Caves – Xingia Sea Spa
Half day tour (8 am – 3 pm) - Starts at Zakynthos Harbour
Theprivate tourstarts in the early morning. You will be collected by luxury mini bus, to be transferred to Zante Town. Upon arrival the relaxation begins as you board the cruise in the picturesque harbor and feel your worries melt away as you enjoy the amazing harbor skyline and the bright turquoise seas of the Ionian beckon, while your guide points out the places of interest with nice historical and flora and fauna information. We will make our way to the North east of the island to the famousShipwreck Bay, during thisprivate boat tripwe regularly get a visit from the dolphins, of course we do not sail past that, but we give the opportunity to see these friendly mammals up close. As one of the first arrivals toShipwreck Bay, we enjoy a very peaceful, and often exclusive, time at the famousShipwreck bay.
Next on the itinerary is a swim stop at the beautiful island of Agios Andreas before we sail to the enchanting Blue Caves. Here we will take these picture perfect shots of the sea caves and arches, as well as the stunning translucent blue waters. Those who wish to fully experience the phenomenon of theBlue Cavescan take a dip in the blue waters. Your whole body takes on the blue hues but don’t worry though, this is just an optical illusion and the blue hue will disappear once out of the water.
By the time you return to land at the picturesque harbour of Agios Nicolaos, you will be ready for lunch. For those of you that want to sit and enjoy the spectacular views while enjoying some refueling, we have found an exceptional local Taverna. Here you can try some real traditional or modern Greek cuisine and use this opportunity to get that final special photo of the day to be envied by all, who will definitely wish they were here with you.
On our way back to Zante harbor we will create our last stop for the day atXingia sea spa. The turquoise blue sea here contains traces of sulphur and collagen. The sulphur and collagen pours down from the mountains into the sea and has been proven to offer significant health benefits. A swim in the healthy waters, will revitalize your energy and polish your skin. Many visitors have reported feeling younger and relaxed due to this natural phenomenon in the North ofZakynthos.
The Diamond Sea Package is the ultimate way to escape the crowds and enjoy some of the most beautiful places thatZantehas to offer.
This tour we can also offer with a start from the harbor of Agios Nicolaos. Which means that it becomes a land and sea tour.
Option 2:
DIAMOND LAND AND SEA
NEW Upgraded Package: VIP Shipwreck Beach - Blue Caves tour PLUS EXTRA Shipwreck platform & authentic market
Half day tour (8 am – 3.30 pm)
If you don't want to spend too much time out at sea but want todiscover Zanteby land and sea, then the answer is easy as we have created the ultimateprivate tourfor your travel wishes. We will start around 8 am with our unique private tour to a picturesque harbor in the north of Zakynthos. You will enjoy the scenic coastal views around you without compromising on luxury. As we move deeper into the mountains ofZakynthos, taking in the majestic views of the Ionian Sea and authentic villages along the way, your guide will inform you about the amazing local history.
We then board a luxuryopen speed boatwith toilet facility and sail to the famousShipwreck Bay and Blue Cavesbefore the crowds arrive. As one of the first arrivals to Shipwreck Bay we enjoy a very peaceful, and often exclusive. Next is a visit to the beautiful islandAgios Andreas for a swim stop before we sail to the enchanting Blue Caves of Zakynthos. Our speedboat has the ability to safely enter the Blue Caves. We will stop to take photos of the sea caves and arches, as well as the stunning translucent blue waters. Those who wish to fully experience the phenomenon of the Blue Caves can take a dip in the blue waters.
On this uniqueprivate tourwe will also take you to the panoramic platform from where the best pictures ofShipwreck Bayare taken! This is every keen photographer’s highlight of the private tours and one of the most famous sites in Greece. Everyone is charmed by the amazing array of blue colors in the waters aroundSmugglers Bay. Here your guide explains the intriguing story of theZakynthos Shipwreck– a fascinating tale.
After this enchanting Kodak moment, it’s now time to relax and have lunch (optional) at a traditional Greek tavern, while overlooking the Green mountains ofZakynthos. We now make our way to a picturesque traditional Greek roadside market where you will enjoy your free Greek snacks and wine-tasting: A slice of village bread, dipped in olive oil, with olives, oregano and local Zakynthian cheese called Lado-tiri. This is an ultimate place for local products including: honey, oils, sweets, hand-made carpets and tapestries.
Our unique half day Diamond tour will create an authentic taste of Zakynthos by land and sea, as well as enjoying the famous highlights ofZantein the North.
Zakynthos South tours
Option 1:
SEA PACKAGE
Zakynthos Diamond Southern Highlights
Half day tour (8 am – 3 pm) - Starts at Zakynthos Town
The trip starts in the early morning; you are collected byluxury minibusand transferred toZante Town. Upon arrival the relaxation begins as you board theprivate cruisein the picturesque harbor and feel your worries melt away as you enjoy the amazing harbor skyline and the bright turquoise seas of the Ionian beckon. Your guide will point out the places of interest with nice historical and flora and fauna information while we sail next to the peninsular of Vassilikos, on our way to the Marine Park. You will cruise to one of the most beautiful treasures in the South of the island, the photogenic Marathonisi island, better known asTurtle Island. Your guide will give you all the interesting details about theCaretta – Caretta loggerhead turtles, while you will be amazed by the beauty of this white sandy little island surrounded by blue turquoise waters in the Marine Park. On this journey you can indulge yourself in the amazing blue colors of the Ionian sea with opportunities to enjoy an swim and snorkel at Turtle Island and theKeri Caves; bliss!
We will make sure that we will fit in aturtle spotting adventureand we nearly always have the chance to take a snapshot of these enchanting animals up close, in aneco-friendlymanner. And of course we also sail towards the two iconic rock formations, the Mizithres. These rock formations reveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most popular photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. The ultimate place for a 'picture perfect' moment.
Our lunch stop will be at the harbor ofKeri, you will have free time for strolling and enjoying food by visiting one of the Greek Tavern, which is situated at the picturesque boulevard, before we set sail back toZakynthosharbor, our final destination.
The pinned-studded mountains, the Greek sun, private beaches and endless blue skies will form the ideal setting for an amazing private tour.
Option 2:
LAND AND SEA
Zakynthos Diamond Southern Highlights
Half day tour (8 am – 3 pm) - Starts at Keri Harbor
The trip starts in the early morning; you will be collected byluxury minibus, to be transferred to the picturesque harbor ofKeri, one of the hidden jewels ofZakynthos. Driving to the south we will see authentic villages characterized by white-washed stone walls and sweeping country views. Upon arrival the relaxation begins, you board the cruise and feel your worries melt away as you enjoy the amazing harbor skyline and the bright turquoise seas of the Ionian beckon. Your guide will point out the places of interest, with nice historical flora and fauna facts as we sail to one of the most beautiful treasures in the South of the island, the photogenicMarathonisiisland, better known asTurtle Island. Your guide will give you all the interesting details about theCaretta – Caretta loggerhead turtles, while you will be amazed by the beauty of this white sandy little island surrounded by blue turquoise waters, in the Marine Park.
On this journey you can indulge yourself in the amazing blue colors of the Ionian sea with opportunities to enjoy a swim and snorkel at turtle island and theKeri Caves; bliss! We will make sure that we will fit in aturtle spottingadventure and we nearly always have the chance to take a snapshot of these enchanting animals up close, in aneco-friendlymanner.
And last but not least we also tick off our bucket list when sailing towards the two iconic rock formations, the Mizithres. These rock formations reveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most popular photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. The ultimate place for a 'picture perfect' moment.
Our lunch stop will be at the harbor of Keri, you will have free time for strolling and enjoy lovely Greek food by visiting one of the traditional Greek Taverns, which are situated at the picturesque boulevard. On the way back by luxury minibus, we stop at the modernolive factoryAristeon, which means excellence in Greek. The Ecological Olive Press certainly lives up to its name, complete with an olive oil museum, a tasting section and olive soap. We will have a tour with one of the olive oil experts who will reveal the history of olive making, the liquid gold ofGreece.
The pinned-studded mountains, the Greek sun, private beaches and endless blue skies with a touch of authentic Greece, will form the ideal setting for an amazing private tour.
Zakynthos Sunset tours
Option 1:
DIAMOND SUNSET
Champagne Cruise
(5.30 pm – 10 pm)
The trip starts in the late afternoon when you are collected by luxury minibus, to be transferred to the South ofZante. Upon arrival the relaxation begins as you board theprivate sunset cruisein the picturesque harbor of Agios Sostis and sail towards the setting sun, as the salty air flows freely through your hair. As theprivate cruiseleaves Agios Sostis harbor, passing the famousCameo island(known for our weddings) you will see the beautiful harbor skyline as the bright turquoise seas of the Ionian beckon.You will sail towards the photogenic Marathonisi island, better known asTurtle Island, where the boat stops for photographs. Your guide will explain all about this amazing white sandy beach and island. Known for its importance as a nesting area of theCaretta - Caretta loggerhead turtles.
On departure ofMarathonisi Island, we sail around the stunning Coastline towards the South-West, exploring the fantastic views of stunning white cliffs. On this journey you can indulge yourself in the amazing blue colors of the Ionian Sea with opportunities to enjoy an evening swim and snorkel at theKeri Caves; bliss! Back on board theprivate speedboat, it’s time to harmonise with the final chords of our sunset symphony tour as we sail towards the outstanding beauty of the rock formation the Mizithres. These rock formations reveal an enchanting serenity and are among the top three most popular photographed places on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. The ultimate place for a 'picture perfect' moment.
It is here where we raise our Champagne glasses to the good things in life, as we watch the sun go down in between these two iconic rock formations, the horizon lighting up with swirls of pink and orange, finally fading to blue and purple across the Ionian Sea, while you enjoy lovely cold plates of Zante’s best served dinner. Finally, saying a goodbye to the sun as we sail back to the harbor at Agios Sostis surrounded by the pinned-studded mountains, the sunset, and the endless blue sea all combining to create the ideal setting for an amazing private sunset tour.
Option 2:
DIAMOND SUNSET TOUR BY LAND
Minibus Tour
(5.30 pm – 10.30 pm)
In aluxury minibuswith English speaking chauffeur, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven to an idyllic tavern, for the most memorable sunset inZakynthos, Greece. We will travel through a scenic route of vineyards to a wine estate known for its authenticity and great Zakynthian hospitality. At the winery you will be able to learn how to taste the best traditional wines of Zakynthos like Avgoustiatis (red dry wine) and learn about Zakynthian traditions of winery. We will move deeper into the mountains ofZakynthos, taking in the majestic views of the Ionian Sea and authentic villages along the way.
In the picturesque village of Agios Leon, we will be introduced to the making of the "liquid gold of Zante" , the famous Extra virgin olive oil, at one of the finestOlive Oil factorieson the island.
At Kampi we reach our ultimatesunset destination in Zakynthosfor one of the most breathtaking, panoramic sunsets in all of Greece. The Kladis family will introduce you to the Zakyntian traditional way of cooking. When you arrive in the tavern you will be enchanted by the beautiful panoramic view of the horizon that will light up with swirls of pink and orange, fading to blue and purple over the Ionian Sea.
Please note...
If your private tour inc the Shipwreck Beach, Shipwreck platform or the Saint Georgos Monastery:
• The time we are allowed to spend in the Shipwreck bay area will depend on weather conditions and compliance with local by laws.
• As the season moves to the autumn months the sun's rays will take longer to reach the Shipwreck beach.
• The time we are allowed to spend at the Shipwreck platform area will depend on weather conditions and compliance with local by laws.
• There is a gentle slope to the monastery and steps to the Shipwreck platform and in the taverna.
• Please think about respectful clothing for the monastery, just a sarong for the lady is okay.
Important information
• Please note that the latest announcement according to official Greek law prohibits us from landing on Shipwreck beach from 2023. This decision was made following the landslide in 2018 in combination with the large number of visitors expected on our island this summer season. Although we cannot land on the beach, we are allowed to sail into the bay and take photos a short distance from the beautiful, empty beach! This will definitely create a wow feeling of the mesmerizing spectacle of Mother Nature at her best. In the last four years we have been in the same situation twice and have successfully adapted our tour program accordingly. Our alternative program includes cruising the bay to take beautiful photos of an empty shipwreck beach, a swimming stop at another beautiful bay on the west side of Zakynthos and extra time at the magnificent Blue Caves. The customized program offered has always been met with great pleasure and satisfied feedback from our guests and many even saw the view of an empty beach as a bonus!
• If we enter the shipwreck beach before the crowds arrive (note: early in the morning the beach will still have little sun), you will have the opportunity to take pictures of a beautiful, empty (!) beach with few to no other boats around you.
The excursion days:
You can choose your preferred date.
The excursion prices:
Ask us for a quote and let us surprise you with our very affordable prices.
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