Olympic Holidays is transforming the Greek island escape with its new ‘Fly In, Ferry Out’ holiday concept, designed for travellers craving authentic, less-touristed destinations without the stress of complex logistics.
Rather than staying put on popular islands, the new approach invites holidaymakers to fly into well-connected hubs like Corfu, Kefalonia, Skiathos or Kos, before hopping on a short ferry to quieter, lesser-known sister isles such as Paxos, Ithaca, Alonnisos and Kalymnos. The result is a seamless twin-centre holiday, combining buzzy arrival islands with tranquil follow-up escapes—packaged with flights, transfers, ferries and hand-picked hotels included.
“It’s the kind of travel that makes perfect sense,” says Olympic Holidays. “Land on a lively island and then ferry out to somewhere more serene—giving you the best of both worlds without the stress.”
Here’s what’s on offer for Summer 2025 (and into 2026):
Skiathos & Alonnisos: From beach buzz to marine park peace
Arrive on Skiathos, where pine-clad hills meet powder-soft beaches like Koukounaries, and nightlife hums along the waterfront. After a few nights, board a ferry for the short ride to Alonnisos, part of a protected marine park and home to turquoise waters, sea caves, and the elusive Mediterranean monk seal. Explore hilltop Chora and relax with long taverna lunches and secluded swims.
Prices from £957pp for 10 nights (5 Skiathos/5 Alonnisos) for Summer 2025. From £1,066pp for Summer 2026.
Kefalonia & Ithaca: Myth meets serenity
Begin in Kefalonia, where dramatic cliffs plunge into bays like Myrtos and subterranean marvels like Melissani Caveglisten. Then ferry across to Ithaca, a quiet island of olive groves, whitewashed villages, and coves straight from a dream. Allegedly the home of Odysseus, today it remains untouched by mass tourism and ideal for those seeking true relaxation.
Prices from £891pp for 6 nights (3 Kefalonia/3 Ithaca) for Summer 2025.
Corfu & Paxos: Cosmopolitan charm to coastal calm
Fly into elegant Corfu, with its UNESCO-listed old town and Venetian influences, before ferrying to nearby Paxos, an island of aquamarine coves, olive groves and a slow pace of life. Stay in Gaios, where harbourside tavernas and pebble beaches offer laid-back Greek island magic just a short hop from the mainland buzz.
Prices from £885pp for 6 nights (3 Corfu/3 Paxos) for Summer 2025.
Kos & Kalymnos: Ancient ruins and Aegean adventure
Touch down on Kos, rich in ruins and sun-drenched beaches, before hopping over to Kalymnos—a rugged island once famed for its sponge divers, now a haven for climbers, culture lovers, and those in search of unspoilt Greece. Expect dramatic coastlines, charming towns like Pothia, and tavernas that serve tradition on a plate.
Prices from £944pp for 7 nights (3 Kos/4 Kalymnos) for Summer 2025. From £995pp for Summer 2026.
By wrapping all logistics—flights, transfers, ferries and hotels—into one effortless package, Olympic Holidays makes island-hopping easy, accessible and affordable. Travellers get the vibrancy of a well-known island and the charm of a hidden gem, all in one holiday. With lower prices, quieter beaches, and richer cultural immersion on the ferry-out leg, the concept is ideal for those seeking meaningful, memorable travel—without the stress.
Whether you’re chasing sunsets in Ithaca or slow lunches in Paxos, Olympic’s Fly In, Ferry Out packages could be the smartest—and most soulful—way to explore Greece in 2025 and beyond.