On Two Wheels Through Myth, Mountains & Mediterranean Soul
Cycle Corfu through its landscapes, people, flavours and stories on e-bikes.
The Apollo & Greek Muses Odyssey is a nine-day e-bike journey into the heart of Corfu, an island shaped by mountains, sea, mythology and centuries of history. From quiet coastal roads and olive-covered hills to traditional villages and lesser-known corners, each day reveals a different side of the island.
With e-bikes, the joy of cycling becomes accessible to more people. Electric assistance makes Corfu’s hills and winding roads easier to explore, allowing guests with different levels of fitness to enjoy the journey together. You still pedal, move and challenge yourself, but with the freedom to choose your level of effort. It is an active, healthy and rewarding way to discover the island, where the experience matters more than the distance covered.
Along the way, swim in the Ionian Sea, taste locally produced olive oil and wine, share tables with locals, and discover the traditions, stories and places that many visitors never encounter. Cycling becomes the thread connecting you to the people, landscapes and everyday rhythms of Corfu.
Inspired by the Nine Muses of Greek mythology, patrons of the arts and wisdom, and Apollo, god of light, music and prophecy, this journey brings together movement, culture and discovery. Corfu’s legendary connection to Odysseus and the Phaeacians adds another dimension to an island where mythology and everyday life meet.
There is challenge, but also balance. Days unfold through scenic rides, refreshing swims, memorable meals and genuine local encounters. Time to move, explore, connect and simply be.
More than a cycling holiday, this is an invitation to experience Corfu from within.
One of Xeniq’s signature journeys, the Apollo & Nine Muses Odyssey welcomes small groups of up to 9 guests, creating space for personal connections, shared discoveries and a thoughtfully paced experience.
Join one of our scheduled departures or let us design a private cycling journey around your group, preferred dates and pace.
For those wishing to explore further, your time in Greece can be extended with thoughtfully designed experiences across the mainland or neighbouring islands.
From €3,997 per person sharing, and a single supplement from €897.
Scheduled departures for 2027 – 9 nights/8 days:
- 8–15 May 2027
- 2–9 October 2027
Private and bespoke e-bike journeys are also available on request, with flexible dates and itineraries.
Movement. Culture. Connection.
What Awaits You
250km
of cycling through Corfu’s coast, countryside and mountain interior.
4000m
of cumulative elevation, with rewarding climbs and expansive views.
9 days
of movement, local flavour, discovery, and personal connection,
Itinerary
Day 1 - Corfu
Arrival and the Beginning of Your Odyssey
Arrive on the island of Corfu, where layers of Venetian, French and British influence meet the natural rhythms of the Ionian Sea. Settle into your accommodation in Corfu Town, a UNESCO-listed old town known for its elegant architecture, arcaded streets and distinctly Corfiot way of life.
This first day is intentionally unhurried with time to arrive, settle in and ease into the rhythm of the journey ahead.
As evening approaches, join the Xeniq team for a warm welcome gathering, where strangers meet, stories begin and the journey becomes shared. Meet your fellow travellers, get to know the people you’ll be exploring with, and enjoy your first taste of Corfiot hospitality.
Overnight in Corfu Town.
Day 2 - Corfu Town
Explore Corfu Town (Circular Route)
Begin your cycling odyssey with a gentle circular ride around historic Corfu Town, weaving and exploring UNESCO-listed streets, iconic landmarks, cobbled streets and leafy promenades, offering a relaxed introduction to the island’s Venetian heritage, sea views, and everyday Corfiot life.
Take time to visit some historical sites such as the Museum of Asian Art, Old & New Fortress, Old Town, and have a coffee on Liston Square.
Experience some of the best Corfiot cuisine at traditional restaurants in the Old Town
Overnight in Corfu Town.
Distance: ~12km
Elevation: ~138m
Difficulty: Easy
Day 3 - Achilleon Palace
Retreat to Empress Sissi's Palace
Leaving Corfu Town, head south on a steady ascent to the renowned Achilleon Palace, once the retreat of Empress Sissi, where the elegant Peristyle of the Nine Greek Muses invites reflection. Take time to connect with the Muse that resonates most with you in ancient mythology, and consciously carry her energy forward as part of your own odyssey toward health, vitality, and well-being.
Pause for a packed lunch and a gentle walk through the palace’s lush gardens, allowing yourself to be fully immersed in myth and setting. Overlooking the grounds stands Apollo, the god of light, music, harmony, and intellectual clarity, a timeless symbol of balance between body, mind, and spirit, and of the principles that support longevity and disciplined vitality.
En route, the ride weaves past olive groves, including the oldest olive tree, Evdokia, that has sustained Corfu’s olive oil tradition for centuries, alongside historic landmarks and quiet countryside vistas that reflect the island’s deep agricultural and cultural heritage.
Overnight in Messonghi.
Distance: ~25.6km
Elevation: ~425m
Difficulty level: Moderate
Day 4 - Messonghi
Diversity of Southern Corfu (Circular Route)
Explore the diverse landscapes of southern Corfu, cycling from the south-eastern coastline, with its sandy shores and gentle coastal roads, across the island toward the wilder south-western edge. Find the protected area of the Korission Lagoon, a Natura 2000 reserve and sanctuary for biodiversity, where migratory birds and unspoilt wetlands have remained free from development.
The day continues along the golden dunes of Issos and Chalikounas beaches, where the lagoon meets the lonian Sea in a rare and tranquil landscape. Coastal, inland, and mountain terrain combine to reveal the quieter, elemental beauty of Corfu’s south.
Overnight in Messonghi.
Distance: ~32.9km
Elevation: ~528m
Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate
Day 5 - Paleokastritsa
From South to North. Villages, Vistas & Living History
Journey north through Corfu’s quieter interior, passing the historic Governor’s Mill, once central to the island’s agricultural life and water-powered ingenuity. In a hillside village, step into a Folklore Museum, a rare window into 19th-century Corfiot domestic life, preserving tools, crafts, and customs that quietly shaped the island’s rural rhythm.
The route continues to Kaiser’s Throne above Pelekas, a panoramic vantage point offering sweeping views across Corfu and lonian Sea, and on clear days, as far as mainland Greece. Kaiser Wilhelm II favoured this as a place of reflection and observation during his visits to the island.
Ensure to round of this day with a local wine tasting and a visit to the secluded Paleokastritsa monastery, where centuries of contemplation, simplicity, and resilience echo the slower pace of island life.
This day blends landscape, heritage, and perspective, revealing Corfu not as a postcard, but as a lived and layered place.
Overnight in Paleokastritsa.
Distance: ~47 Km
Elevation: ~ 755m
Difficulty level: Demanding
Day 6 - Northern Corfu
Northern Heights & Hidden Horizons
A gradual climb leads to Lakones, famed for one of Corfu’s most awe inspiring panoramas, a natural pause point for a signature coffee or artisanal ice cream overlooking the lonian coastline. A short detour brings you to Angelokastro, the island’s dramatic “Eagle’s Nest” fortress, perched high above the sea and once considered impregnable, offering sweeping views across western Corfu.
Descending through olive-covered hills, the route passes an olive press and museum in Vistonas, where centuries-old methods reveal why Corfiot olive oil is among Greece’s most distinctive. The ride continues toward the Helidoni Viewpoint, unveiling a spectacular outlook over Agios Georgios Bay, the Diapontia Islands, and on clear days, the distant Albanian mountains.
The day concludes as you roll into Acharavi, marking your arrival in northern Corfu after a ride defined by elevation, perspective, and expansive horizons.
Overnight in Acharavi.
Distance: ~53.9km
Elevation: ~935m
Difficulty level: Demanding
Day 7 - Acharavi
Northern Corfu Loop (Circular Route)
A scenic circular ride from Acharavi climbs toward Spartillas, one of Corfu’s highest villages, long known for its commanding views across the island and toward Albania. Historically isolated and self-sufficient, Spartillas offers a glimpse into Corfu’s mountain life, shaped by resilience, altitude, and community.
The route continues to the viewpoint at Lafki, where sweeping panoramas meet a timeless village kafeneio, shaded by an ancient olive tree. Here, pause for exceptional local orange cake and coffee, a simple but memorable expression of Corfiot hospitality and slow living.
This ride blends elevation, tradition, and reflection, offering a fitting close to the odyssey through northern Corfu’s quieter, highland landscapes.
Overnight in Acharavi.
Distance: ~30km
Elevation: ~763
Difficulty level: Demanding
Day 8 - Mount Pantokrator
From the Summit to the Sea
After a morning transfer to the summit of Mount Pantokrator, Corfu’s highest peak, begin an exhilarating downhill ride that traces the island’s dramatic northern contours all the way back to Acharavi. With sweeping views across the lonian Sea and, on clear days, the Albanian coastline, the descent is fast, flowing, and deeply rewarding, an energising release that captures the freedom and exhilaration of the odyssey’s closing chapter.
Enjoy a half day at leisure and final evening to celebrate a natural active way of living well, not as an ending, but as a shift toward a renewed sense of self, embracing the Greek way of life.
Overnight in Acharavi.
Distance: ~22km
Elevation: ~1000m
Difficulty: Easy
What’s Included
- Accommodation in thoughtfully selected locations, chosen for comfort, character and connection to place.
- An Intimate welcome gathering to meet your fellow travellers and begin the journey together.
- A memorable evening of Corfiot food, flavour and hospitality.
- Airport and inter-island transfers, including luggage.
- Dedicated local support team and support vehicle throughout your journey.
- Premium e-bike rental for the duration of your cycling experience.
- Branded Xeniq kit, including cycling shirt and water bottle, with pannier and helmet.
- Contribution to one of Xeniq’s supported local initiatives.
- Your complete cycling itinerary and routes via GPS app.
What’s Not Included
- Flights to and from Corfu.
- Private transfers outside the scheduled group transfers, available on request.
- Passport, visa and entry requirements, where applicable.
- Travel and medical insurance, including appropriate cover for cycling and active travel.
- Personal expenses, including laundry, shopping and other incidental costs.
- Meals and beverages not specifically included as part of your journey.
- E-bike damage or loss, additional equipment, and any services or arrangements beyond those specifically included in your journey.
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and hospitality staff, at your discretion.
- Optional activities, additional excursions and pre- or post-journey arrangements.
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