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Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour | 4 hours

279 Reviews | Naxos
From $31.88 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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Afternoon departure
2 Adults x $31.40
$62.80
Approx Total
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Greek, English
  • Pickup (not dropoff) from preset pickup spots only for the 08.30 departure
  • Luggage storage during the tour.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees in Demeter’s Temple (4€/ person) to be paid on the spot in cash
  • Hotel Pickup/ drop off service
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities and Church donations (customary – not obligatory)

Overview

Go on a guided tour of the best sites in Naxos. Learn about the island’s history, visit its iconic monuments, such as Demeter's Temple and the Panagia Drosiani church, and get to taste olive products. Highlights: Visit Demeter's Temple, a sanctuary dated back in the 6th Century BC. Explore Chalki, one of the most beautiful villages of Naxos Photoshoot the impressive contemporary marble quarries Walk in Flerio Valley and see the infamous Kouros Statue Taste samples of delicious olive products at Eggares olive press museum.

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Meeting points

The tour will end at "Naxos Bus Transfer" office, right outside Naxos port

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Temple of Demeter

    Meet your guide at Naxos Bus Transfer Office, right outside Naxos Port and drive directly to your first stop, Demeter’s Temple. Admire the impressive restored sanctuary, take amazing pictures and visit the small on site museum. *On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed and instead you will visit the village of Filoti. Also, the Demeter's Temple closes early (noon) in case of predicted heat wave. In that case, the tour that departs in the afternoon (13.00) visits Filoti village instead of Demeter's Temple

    40 minutes

  • Chalki

    Next stop will be Chalki village, the old capital and commercial center of Naxos. Get free time (approx. 40’) to explore its colorful alleys, shop unique souvenirs, visit the distillery of “Vallindras” or just enjoy a coffee at one of its cozy cafes.

    40 minutes

  • Filoti

    In the all year-round lively village of Filoti, you will visit the church and explore the interesting collection of the folklore museum, exhibited in an old traditional house. A short, yet overwhelming visit that allows you a sneak-peak in the local life of the villagers, understand their strong bonds with the church and experience their genuine hospitality by tasting two of their local products: cheese and raki.

    40 minutes

  • Panagia Drossiani Church

    Continue driving through old olive groves and reach Panagia Drosiani, a church of unique architectural style devoted to Virgin Mary- considered among the oldest in the Balkans! Here you will make a short stop to take pictures and if the church is open, also pay a quick visit to admire its unique frescoes.

    10 minutes

  • Kinidaros

    Right outside the village of Kinidaros you will make a short stop by the road to photo shoot the impressive contemporary marble quarries.

    5 minutes

  • Melanes Kouros Statue

    Walk through the lush gardens of Flerio valley and "meet" the Kouros Statue, one of the most striking examples of Naxian marble art.

    30 minutes

  • Limpertas Manolis Pottery

    On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed. Instead you will visit a traditional pottery workshop in Damalas Village. Also, the Demeter's Temple closes early (noon) in case of predicted heat wave. In that case, the tour that departs in the afternoon (13.15) again visits the pottery workshop in the village of Damalas.

    25 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed and instead you will visit the village of Filoti.
  • The tour guide is not licensed and thus not allowed to guide you inside Demeter's Temple and Panagia Drosiani Church. You will get all the information about the monuments before you enter.
  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • The tour begins and ends right outside Naxos Port. Luggage storage is provided for the participants free of charge.
  • Pickup service (only-not dropoff) is provided for the guests who book the morning departure of 08.30. This service is available only from specific pickup spots in the areas of Plaka, Ag.Anna, Ag.Prokopios, Stelida and Naxos Town. Upon booking, please provide your accommodation info and you will be notified about the closest pickup spot to you.
  • You will have to climb steps and walk uphill in order to visit the Temple of Demeter
  • The Demeter's Temple closes early (noon) in case of predicted heat wave. In that case, the tour that departs in the afternoon (13.00) visits Filoti village instead of Demeter's Temple

Free Cancellation

September 10100% refund
September 11No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Naxos bus tour

Published on Nov, 2024

Totally recommend the half day bus tour it was very informative and I loved visiting the small villages and especially seeing the olive factory

Nice half day tour with a great guide

Published on Nov, 2024

great guide, nice views, a little island history. A nice way to see little bit of the island if you don't want to rent a car. Half a day was also a nice amount of time for the tour.

Fabulous experience

Published on Oct, 2024

Had a fabulous day on the half day Naxos tour. Incredible how much they were able to fit into only 4 hours. Our guide was very knowledgeable and had such pride in his island. 10/10!

Pottery studio impromptu visit - highlight of my trip

Published on Oct, 2024

Loved this whole tour, especially the pottery studio. Definitely recommend as a one-stop shop for people like us who only had a few days on island but wanted to see as much as possible. Thank you again!

Great tour!

Published on Oct, 2024

Excellent guided tour with the highlights of Naxos but would’ve appreciated a bit more time at the village of Chalki. Highly recommend!

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