Paxos and Antipaxos are two of the most beautiful islands in the Ionian — and on this fully private 8-hour cruise, you'll have the time to see both properly. Departing from your preferred marina on Corfu's east coast, your skipper and hostess will guide you across the open sea and into the island's most spectacular spots.

The cruise follows the dramatic west coast of Paxos, where white limestone cliffs drop straight into deep blue water. You'll enter the Blue Caves — a series of sea caves glowing with reflected turquoise light — and stop to photograph the iconic Tripitos Arch, a natural stone bridge carved by the sea. From there, the quiet bay of Lakka offers a coffee stop and a stroll along one of Paxos' most charming harbours.

Antipaxos comes next — a tiny, almost uninhabited island with two beaches that regularly appear on lists of the best in Greece. Voutoumi and Vrika are white sand, Caribbean-clear water, and very few people. You'll have time to swim and snorkel before heading to Gaios, Paxos' lively capital, for a free afternoon — narrow alleys, waterfront cafés, and an optional lunch by the sea.

The cruise operates aboard our Axopar 37 XC Cabin — a 37ft premium vessel with twin 300HP Mercury V8 engines, a skipper, and a hostess on board, comfortable for up to 11 guests.

Choose your departure point from three locations on Corfu's east coast: MarBella/Nido (Agios Ioannis Peristeron), Benitses Marina, or Lefkimmi Marina.