St George's Castle & Monastery of Agios Gerasimos Tour

Join us to discover two of Kefalonia's most important historical treasures on this trip to the Castle of St. George and the Monastery of Agios Gerasimos from Argostoli.

Description

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Argostoli and start our journey to the Castle of St. George and the Monastery of Agios Gerasimos.

First, we'll make a short stop at the viewpoints next to the Katavothres Ferris wheel and the historic lighthouse of Argostoli for scenic sea views.

Next, we'll visit the village of Kastro and explore the Castle of St. George, built in the 12th century and completed in the mid-16th century, located on a hill 320 meters (1,049 feet) above sea level. The castle features an inner courtyard in a horseshoe shape and walls adorned with coats of arms of Venetian rulers from the 1500s.

After touring the castle, we will head to the Monastery of Agios Gerasimos, a significant pilgrimage site in Kefalonia. We'll explore its hermitage and enter the 2 underground rooms accessible by a narrow path.

To conclude, we'll visit the Vasilakis Culture boutique for an aperitif of local products including wine, olive oil, and traditional sweets. The total duration of the activity is 4 hours, ending at the starting point.