KEFALONIA ACTIVE DANCE
Greek dance odyssey as en epic journey through Greek culture
“The dance, of all the arts, is the one that most influences the soul. Dancing is divine in its nature and is the gift of the gods. Plato”
The Greek dance is a journey without end, begun since the dawn of Greek civilization. Passed down from generation to generation, dance is one of the oldest traditions that continuously promotes national identity and integrity. Each region of Greece has played an important role in shaping the style of local traditional dances.
Enjoy the vibrant world of Kefalonia and Greek dance in Argostoli and Farsa, where participants have the opportunity to learn traditional dances under the guidance of professional teacherand choreagrapher Maria. These unique experiences offer a deep insight into the culture through guided walks and live dance performances. Explore the different plants, trees and flowers and observe the unique fauna of the Koutavos lagoon.
Discover the traditional dances that are as alive today as they were in ancient times and dance them in their natural places to learn that dance has always played an important role in the lives of the Greeks as an expression of human emotions and daily life. Create unique memories on a walk to old Farsa to reach the dance place of Mussia and experience unforgettable moments on a hike along the Vrachos path to reach the exotic beach of Lygia for a sea inspired dance repertoire.
Cultural and dance trip in Kefalonia from Kefalonia Active Dance
For the first time and with pride we present our cultural and dance trip to Kefalonia with professional Greek dance lessons, gentle walks, cooking, wine tasting, fishing tour, nice accommodation and fun excursions. Lots of Greek dancing, memorable experiences and fun!
Under the guidance of professional teacher Maria Voutsina you will learn several traditional Greek dances and during our excursions we will tell you more about the rich Kefalonia culture and the island’s beautiful nature.
Apart from dance lessons, we have programmed some excursion days. You will have the opportunity to visit the fascinating Melissani lake and Drogarati cave, two of the most beautiful sites in Kefalonia. We will be visiting some villages and interesting locations in order to tell you more about the rich Kefalonian culture, tradition and nature and to taste the unique wines of Kefalonia. You will join a guided fishing tour for picking the fish from the nets, eating the delicious food and exploring beautiful beaches. After a walking tour in old Farsa village you will visit a local family tavern to uncover the secrets of Kefalonian food with a traditional cooking experience, eating, and get a taste of Greek hospitality.
Your teacher and guide Maria was born in Greece. For many years she taught Greek dancing in Greece and elsewhere in Europe and in a University in USA. This cultural and dance holiday is both for beginners and for more advanced Greek dance lovers. Let’s dance!
Dates 2025 8 days:
- June 22 – 29 June
Programme:
- Day 1: arrival at Kefalonia Airport.Transfer to hotel Ionian Plaza in Argostoli
- Day 2: City tour to Argostoli 10 am – 12 noon; Lunch 12:30; Dance lesson 4.30 pm 6.30 pm
- Day 3: 9.30 am departure for excursion to old Farsa village with a guided walk; Cooking in Astrolavos local tavern; lunch in Astrolavos; Guided walk to Lygia beach and dance lesson in sunset ; transfer to Argostoli
- Day 4: Dance lesson 10 am – 12 noon; 4.30 pm – 6.30 pm
- Day 5: 9.30 am departure for excursion to Melissani lake and Drograratti cave ; transfer to Omala area for wine tasting and visit to the sacred monastery Saint Gerasimos; transfer to Argostoli
- Day 6 : Dance lesson 10 am – 12 noon; 4.30 pm – 6.30 pm
- Day 7: 9:30 departure for fishing tour lunch included; farewell dinner in Argostoli
- Day 8: Transfer from Hotel to Kefalonia Airport
Price:
- 1265 Euro per person, based on a double room. Surcharge for single room: 400 Euro.
Inclusive:
- 7 nights’accommodation in Hotel Ionian Plaza in Argostli (breakfast included)
- Lunches for 6 days, farewell dinner on day 7
- Dance lessons according to the programme
- All transfers mentioned in the programme
- All excursions, tours, fishingtour, tickets to the caves, cooking lesson and winetasting.
Not included:
- Your flight to Kefalonia
- Extra taxi costs if you arrive and/or depart on other dates
- Personal expenditure
Information:
- Participants: maximum 15
- Language: Swedish -English(dance teacher and guide Maria also speaks Greek)
- Your flight to Kefalonia: you arrange your own flights. There are domestic flights from Athens to Kefalonia. If you want, you can combine this trip with a visit to Athens.
- Assistance: Maria offers the service of a telephone number in “What’sApp”(24h a day/7 days a week) in case you need any assistance.
- Travel insurance: we advise you to have adequate insurance with a reputable insurer to cover personal injury, medical
References
Other Dance Sessions
Greek Dance sessions in Kefalonia that embodies cultural identity and resilience.
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Koutavos Lagoon guided walking tour and dance workshop
Koutavos Lagoon guided walking tour and dance workshop.
Our tour starts with an early morning guided walk to enjoy the magnificent views and admire the rich nature that harbours a wide variety of habitats around Koutavos Laggon. At the end of the walk, enjoy a Greek dance workshop through a deep cultural journey accompanied by Greek music for about an hour or more.
- Meeting point : De Bosset Bridge (map)
- Duration walking tour 1 hour
- Start time 9:00
- Language Greek, English , Swedish
- Children under 6 years don’t need to pay.
- Family packet for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dances syrtaki, zeimpekiko, chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour or 1,5 hours or 2 hours
- Not suitable for wheelchair, pregnant woman and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but don’t leave anything behind. Good to be in smart casual and to have walking shoes.
Koutavos Lagoon dance workshop
Koutavos Lagoon dance workshop.
Enjoy a Greek dance workshop through a deep cultural journey accompanied by Greek music for about one hour or more.
- Meeting point: Koutavos Lagoon (on the beginning of the De Bosset Bridge).(map)
- Start time: 18:00
- Language: Greek, English , Swedish
- Limited availability
- Children under 6 years don’t need to pay.
- Family packet for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dances syrtaki, zeimpekiko, chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour or 1,5 hours or 2 hours
- Not suitable for wheelchair, pregnant woman and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but don’t leave anything behind. Good to be in smart casual and to have walking shoes.
Mussia dance workshop and guided walk in old Farsa
Mussia dance workshop and guided walk in old Farsa
Our tour starts early in the morning to see the sunrise through the buildings and learn about the cultural life and history of old Farsa. We will take a guided walk through old Farsa to reach the dancing place Mussia.
In Mussia, you will have the opportunity to learn Greek dances accompanied by Greek music, lasting about an hour. After the dance session, you will take another guided walk back to the meeting point, where you will be offered Traditional drinks.
- Duration of walking tour up to the Mussia about 1 hour
- Duration walking back to the start point about 1 hour
- Start time: 9:00
- Language: Greek, English , Swedish
- Meeting point: Astrolavos tavern(in the middle of Farsa)
- Limited availability
- Family packet for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dance syrtaki, zeimpekiko chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour or 1,5 hours or 2 hours
Useful info
- Walking trail in old Farsa offer a moderate level of hiking.
- Not suitable for wheelchair ,pregnant women and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
- You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but shouldn’t leave anything behind.
- Good to be in smart casual and have walking shoes.
- Its not recommended for children under 10 years.
Melissokipos walking tour inspired by local cultural activities and Greek dance workshop
Melissokipos walking tour inspired by local cultural activities and Greek dance workshop
Our tour starts early in the morning to see the sunrise through the buildings and learn about the cultural life and history of ancient Farsa. We will take a guided walk through old Farsa to reach Melissokipos and see the agricultural facilities of the locals from the old times.
The next stop will be at the dance place of Mussia. In Mussia you will have the opportunity to learn Greek dances through a deep cultural journey accompanied by Greek music for about an hour. After dancing, we will take another guided walk back to the starting point where you will be offered traditional drinks.
- Duration of walking tour up to Mussia about 1 hour
- Duration walking back to the start point about 1 hour
- Start time 9:00
- Language: Greek, English , Swedish
- Meeting point Astrolavos tavern (in the middle of Farsa)
- Limited availability
- Family packet person for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dance syrtaki , zeimpekiko chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour or 1,5 hours or 2 hours
Useful info
- Walking trial in old Farsa offer a moderate level of hiking.
- Not suitable for wheelchair ,pregnant woman and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
- You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but don’t leave anything behind.
- Good to be in smart casual and have walking shoes.
- Its not recommended for children under 10 years.
Lygia dance workshop
Lygia dance workshop
Enjoy a Greek dance workshop through a deep cultural journey inspired by the sea and accompanied by Greek music for about one hour or more.
- Meeting point: Lygia beach in Farsa
- Language Greek, English , Swedish
- Start time 18:00
- Children under 6 years don’t need to pay.
- Family packet for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dance syrtaki , zeimpekiko chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour (start on 18:00) or 1,5 hours (start on 17:30)
Useful info
- Not suitable for wheelchair ,pregnant women and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
- You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but don’t leave anything behind.
- Good to be in smart casual and have comfortable shoes.
Vrachos walking tour and Greek dance workshop influenced by the sea
Vrachos walking tour and Greek dance workshop influenced by the sea
We will take a guided walk to reach the Lygia beach and see the exotic sunset. In Lygia you will enjoy a Greek dance workshop through a deep cultural journey accompanied by Greek music for about one hour or more.
After dancing, we will take another guided walk back to the starting point where you will be offered traditional drinks .
- Duration of walking tour up to the Lygia beach about 1 hour
- Duration walking back to the start point about 1 hour
- Start time 9:00
- Language: Greek, English , Swedish
- Meeting point Astrolavos (in the middle of Farsa)
- Family packet for all the dance sessions
Choose Type of dance: Greek traditional dance or Kefalonian traditional dance or Greek dance syrtaki , zeimpekiko chasapiko, chasaposerviko, syrto
Choose duration of dance session: 1 hour or 1,5 hours or 2 hours
Useful info
- Walking trial in old Farsa offer a moderate level of hiking.
- Not suitable for wheelchair ,pregnant women and people with back problems.
- No insurance provided.
- You can take your bag with snacks and drinks with you, but don’t leave anything behind.
- Good to be in smart casual and have walking shoes .
- Its not recommended for children under 10 years.