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Relax in an air-conditioned bus on this guided tour of Naxos Island. Discover charming villages, see impressive monuments, and learn more about local culture with several stops throughout the day.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- Greek, English
- Pickup included
- Please wait at the pickup location 10 minutes before the pickup time. Approximate pickup times: 8:35 AM from Plaka Beach 8:40 AM from Maragkas and Agia Anna Beach 8:45 AM from Ag. Prokopios Beach 8:50 AM from Stelida 8:55 AM main road in front of Princess of Naxos Hotel 8:55 AM from Koutelieris Supermarket (St George area, opposite Porto Naxos Hotel) 9:00 AM from Naxos Hospital 9:05 AM from Orasis Shop (Sokratous Papavasileiou) 9:10 AM from outside Naxos Port, Naxos bus transfer office
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Vasilis was a fantastic driver. It's amazing how well he was able to navigate the bus on those narrow, winding roads! Alex was a great tour guide. She provided lots of interesting history of the villages and archaeological sites. My wife and I both thought the trip was great value for money and definitely worth doing, to get an understanding of the size of the island and the contrasts between the villages. The swim stop at Apollanas was great too!
Alex was an amazing tour guide! She was very friendly and knowledgeable about all of Naxos. Spending time in the smaller villages and riding through the mountains of Naxos was quite the experience. Speaking of the ride through the mountains, our bus driver, Vasilis, was the absolute best. We felt very comfortable the whole day. If in Naxos, we highly recommend this tour.
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Itinerary
34 pickup location options:
Naxian on the Beach, 3 brothers restaurant, Gorgona Greek tavern, Orasis, Montana villa, Nikos Restaurant, Villa pari manda Naxos, NAXIAN EMERALD HOTEL, Virtu Suites, Naxian Collection, Margaritis market, Naxos Island Escape, Naxos Island Hotel, Lagos Mare Hotel, PRINCESS OF NAXOS, Naxos Camping, Naxos Palace Hotel, Naxos Bus Transfer, Avgoustos Suites, Valea Villa Naxos, Naxos General Hospital, Villa Marandi Luxury Suites, Naxian Utopia Luxury Villas & Suites | Naxos Island, Naxos Grand Hotel, Naxos Finest, Super Market Koutelieris - Κεντρικό, Plaza Beach Hotel, Nikos & Maria Restaurant, 18 Grapes Hotel Naxos, Yazoo Summer Bliss, Maragas Super Market, Galaxy Hotel Naxos, Birikos Studios & Apartments, Bus stop Plaka
Bus/coach
(30 minutes)
Temple of Demeter
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (40 minutes)
Bus/coach
(15 minutes)
Olive Mill
Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)
Pottery Limpertas Manolis
Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Arts & crafts market visit, Workshop (15 minutes)
Bus/coach
(10 minutes)
Chalkio
Visit, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (45 minutes)
Bus/coach
(25 minutes)
Apeiranthos
Break time, Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)
Bus/coach
(75 minutes)
Apollonas
Visit, Free time, Shopping, Swimming (45 minutes)
Bus/coach
(5 minutes)
Apollonas Kouros
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)
Bus/coach
(1 hour)
34 drop-off locations:
Naxian on the Beach, Bus stop Plaka, Lagos Mare Hotel, Montana villa, Yazoo Summer Bliss, Margaritis market, Virtu Suites, Naxos Island Escape, Super Market Koutelieris - Κεντρικό, Maragas Super Market, PRINCESS OF NAXOS, Naxian Collection, NAXIAN EMERALD HOTEL, Naxos Grand Hotel, Naxos Finest, 3 brothers restaurant, Naxos Camping, Gorgona Greek tavern, Orasis, Naxos Bus Transfer, Naxos Palace Hotel, Galaxy Hotel Naxos, Birikos Studios & Apartments, Naxos General Hospital, Valea Villa Naxos, Naxos Island Hotel, Nikos & Maria Restaurant, Villa pari manda Naxos, 18 Grapes Hotel Naxos, Nikos Restaurant, Villa Marandi Luxury Suites, Plaza Beach Hotel, Naxian Utopia Luxury Villas & Suites | Naxos Island, Avgoustos Suites
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Discover some of the highlights of Naxos Island
- Visit Demeter's Temple, a sanctuary dated to the 6th Century BC
- Explore the marble-paved neighborhoods of Apiranthos
- See the gigantic statue of Kouros at the ancient marble quarries
- Enjoy a refreshing swimming stop at the picturesque Apollonas Bay
Full description
Start with a pickup from a variety of locations on Naxos and first travel to the green valley of Gyroula. You will visit the marble temple of the Goddess Demeter, one of the most important ancient monuments on the island.
The next stop will be the tiny village of Damalas. Learn everything about the old procedures of olive oil production at a restored olive press museum. Afterward, visit a traditional workshop of a third-generation potter and know the secrets of his art dating back to ancient Greece.
Continue to Chalki, an ancient commercial center and a place of beautiful Venetian architecture. You will have approximately 50’ free time to explore by yourselves. Don’t miss the oldest distillery of the island – Vallindras distillery - located right in the middle of the village, the sophisticated ceramic art galleries and the cozy shops with souvenirs and local products.
Next, make a long stop (approx. 1,5 hours) at the famous village of Apiranthos located at the foot of Fanari mountain. Admire the beautiful views of Venetian Towers, marbled alleys, cozy tavernas, verandas, and traditional shops. Here, you will have free time for lunch – it is highly recommended to taste the local recipes of “rosto” and “kalogiros”.
Driving past Koronos village and the famous emery mines, you will reach Apollonas. Get free time at the picturesque fishing village to go for a quick dip and enjoy a coffee or desert by the seaside. End your tour with a visit to the infamous “Kouros”, an unfinished marble Statue of 11 meters, lying in the same spot for more than 2500 years!
Drive along the west coast, one of the most beautiful routes on the island with an amazing view of the ocean, and be returned to your pickup point.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from a central location near your hotel
- Greek/English-speaking experienced local tour guide
- Greek/English-speaking professional driver
- Luxury air-conditioned bus transportation
- All taxes
- Entrance fee for Demeter's Temple (€5 per person to be paid in cash)
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Tips and church donations (customary, not obligatory)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- People with motion sickness
Important information
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Camera
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go
- On Tuesdays, the Temple of Demeter remains closed. Instead, the tour makes longer stops in Chalki and Apeiranthos villages
- You will have to climb steps and walk uphills in order to visit the Temple of Demeter and the Kouros Statue
- This tour will take place rain or shine
- Small changes to the itinerary may apply in case of rough weather
- A big part of the trip is through winding, mountainous roads. Please carry travel sickness pills in case you feel uneasy
- Changing booths and shower facilities are available at Apollonas beach
- The tour guide is not licensed and thus not allowed to guide you inside Demeter's Temple. You will get all the information about the monument before you enter the gate
