{"id":50837,"date":"2024-05-23T09:20:48","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T06:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/?page_id=50837"},"modified":"2025-07-02T11:44:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T08:44:21","slug":"cephalonia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/our-cruises\/destinations\/mediterranean\/greece-greek-islands\/cephalonia\/","title":{"rendered":"Cephalonia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-margin-top:3%;--awb-margin-top-small:10%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-bg-position:center top;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 class=\"page-title title-center\" style=\"text-align: center;\">CEPHALONIA\u00a0CRUISES<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:1%;--awb-padding-left-small:1%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1420px + 35px );margin-left: calc(-35px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-35px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start\" style=\"--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:1%;--awb-spacing-right-large:17.5px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:17.5px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:17.5px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:17.5px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:17.5px;--awb-spacing-left-small:17.5px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper lazyload fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column fusion-empty-column-bg-image fusion-column-has-bg-image\" data-bg-url=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cephalonia.jpg\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/cephalonia.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"fusion-empty-dims-img-placeholder\" aria-label=\"cephalonia\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27670%27%20height%3D%27387%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20670%20387%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27670%27%20height%3D%27387%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:2%;--awb-padding-left-small:2%;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:17.5px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:17.5px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:17.5px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:17.5px;--awb-spacing-left-small:17.5px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><div class=\"editorial-text editorial-text--readmore\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<h3>Start planning your cruise and book your excursions in Cephalonia<\/h3>\n<div class=\"editorial-text editorial-text--readmore\">\n<p>Discover the jewel of the Ionian Sea \u2014 the Greek island of Cephalonia, an\u00a0<strong>MSC Mediterranean Cruises<\/strong>\u00a0destination. Explore awe-inspiring caves, wander sandy coves, or take a dip in its\u00a0<strong>turquoise waters<\/strong>.<br \/>\nHere, colourful port villages cluster around scenic harbours and dazzling beaches. This natural paradise is home to an abundance of fauna including\u00a0<strong>turtles<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>pine martens<\/strong>, and seals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>MSC Cruises excursions<\/strong>\u00a0offer plenty of exciting things to see including:<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2022 The Spectacular Melissani Cave<br \/>\n\u2022 Fiscardo and Assos<br \/>\n\u2022 Drogarati Caves and St. Efimia Village<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Explore\u00a0<strong>Melissani Cave<\/strong>\u00a0on an\u00a0<strong>MSC Cruises excursion<\/strong>, a perfect day out for nature buffs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"margin-top:5%;--awb-margin-top:5%;--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:13px;--awb-content-font-size:16px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cccccc;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#ff690e;--awb-content-color:#201f1e;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#002d56;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:700;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:13px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:regular;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-50837-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-964652c621545c9c0 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#ff690e;--awb-content-color:#201f1e;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_964652c621545c9c0\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"964652c621545c9c0\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-50837-1\" data-target=\"#964652c621545c9c0\" href=\"#964652c621545c9c0\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-anchor fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Read More<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"964652c621545c9c0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_964652c621545c9c0\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">This environmental wonder is just a short distance from the capital Argostoli and is surrounded by beautiful forest. Inside the cave, discover two magnificent halls, crystal clear water, and an islet in the middle. Marvel skyward at a massive opening through which bright daylight glistens. Afterwards, relax at a wine tasting session in Robola before visiting the charming harbour\u00a0<strong>village of Sami<\/strong>. Then, take photos at the pristine\u00a0<strong>Myrtos beach<\/strong>, with its white sands and majestic mountains.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Relax on a leisurely\u00a0<strong>MSC Cruises excursion<\/strong>, starting with a scenic drive around gorgeous Cephalonia. Learn about the island\u2019s endangered population of loggerhead turtles and their beachside nesting grounds. Soak up some sun on magical Myrtos Beach before journeying to Assos, a\u00a0<strong>fishing village<\/strong>\u00a0characterised by its gelati-hued houses. End the tour in fabulous\u00a0<strong>Fiscardo<\/strong>, a soothing seaside town.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Take an MSC Cruises excursion to one of the world\u2019s most unforgettable geological locations, the epic Drogarati Cave. Formed over 100 million years ago, this natural wonder is a stalactite and stalagmite haven! Visit a remarkable cavern called the &#8216;Apotheosis Chamber&#8217; known for its otherworldly acoustics. Then, continue the tour at Agia Efimia, a village popular with the yachting fraternity. Finish the day at\u00a0<strong>St. George\u2019s Castle<\/strong>, above pretty Peratata Village. Then, enjoy a scenic coach drive along the Ionian coast, back to\u00a0<strong>Argostoli<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>IMPORTANT INFORMATION<\/strong><br \/>\nAt this port, the ship may anchor offshore, requiring Guests to use a tender boat (a smaller vessel) to reach the shore. Please be aware that the tender may not be suitable for individuals with disabilities, reduced mobility, or balance issues. Ensuring the safety of our guests is our top priority, so it is crucial that guests can safely use the tender. For further details, please refer to our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/terms-and-conditions\/\"><em>Terms &amp; Conditions<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(Section 7).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:1%;--awb-padding-left-small:1%;--awb-margin-top:4%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-left:5%;--awb-bg-color:#efefef;--awb-bg-color-hover:#efefef;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p class=\"cmp-teaser__title\" dir=\"ltr\">New cruise passenger fee for guests visiting Greek ports<\/p>\n<div class=\"cmp-teaser__description\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<p>Effective 21 July, the Greek Government will introduce a new cruise passenger fee. This fee applies to all guests, regardless of age, who disembark at any Greek port, whether as part of an organized shore excursion or exploring independently.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/manage-booking\/before-departure\/cruise-passenger-fee\/\">More information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-top:5%;--awb-margin-top-small:10%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h2 class=\"section-title title-line-decoration title-center\" style=\"text-align: center;\">CRUISES FROM \/ TO CEPHALONIA<\/h2>\n<section class=\"port-cruise-search\">\n<div class=\"tile-container\">\n<div class=\"tile-container__element\">\n<div 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