Explore Naxos Villages by Mini Bus
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Overview
- Small group tour, max 16 participants for an intimate experience
- Visit the ancient Temple of Demeter and its museum
- Explore charming villages and taste local delicacies
- Guided tour in English, approximately 6 hours long
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Liqueur kitron tasting in Vallindras distillery (3€/person)
- English speaking professional tour guide (not licensed)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Olive oil tasting in Ergostasio Olive Mill (10€/person)
- Entrance fees
Itinerary
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1
Temple of Demeter
Your first stop will be the Temple of Demeter, the most significant sight in Naxos. Hear about the history of the monument and the myth regarding the goddess it is devoted to. Enjoy free time to visit the on-site museum and take pictures. Your tour guide is not licensed, thus not allowed to guide you inside the monument. You will get all the information regaridng the site before you enter.
40 min Admission included -
2
Continue to Kaloxylos, a serene village with 50 residents. Visit a historical building that houses the island’s first electric company and its first-ever olive press. Sample some extra virgin olive oil and explore the quaint alleys of the village..
1h Admission included -
3
Apeiranthos
Next, drive through the village of Filoti and past the legendary Mount Zas before reaching Apiranthos, also known as “the marble village.” Discover narrow, marble-paved streets with archways, magnificent Venetian towers, and two-story stone houses with unique architectural characteristics. Enjoy free time to have lunch here, and taste some of the local dishes, such as “rosto,” “kalogeros,” and the Naxian salad with fresh “xinomizithra” cheese.
1h 40m Admission free -
4
Vallindras Kitron Distillery
Then, head to Chalki, said to be one of the most beautiful villages in the Cyclades. Stroll along cobbled pathways, admire colorful neoclassical buildings, and relax at taverns shaded by vine leaves and bougainvillea. Visit art galleries and charming gift shops, and taste the local liqueur “kitron” at the oldest distillery in Naxos.
1h Admission included
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
You will receive exact pickup details (time , exact location) one day prior the tour. Please check your emails. If you book the option "with pickup/ drop-off transfer" but you don't provide your hotel name, please meet us at our final meeting place "Naxos Bus Transfer" office.
Schedule
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Really enjoyed our day trip exploring Naxos villages today. Guide Thanos and driver Dimitris produced a fun, informative and engaging experience. Tour group of 14, ages from 20s to 70s, Auzzies, USA and Ireland nationals and by the end of the day we felt like friends. Highly recommended.
What an awesome way to spend a day in Naxos and explore the mountain villages. Our tour guide Thanos was extremely informative while also keeping things light and funny. Spiros the driver got us from each destination safely and timely. Couldn’t recommend this tour more!
This tour was incredible. We got to travel around Naxos to see parts of the island we never would have seen on our own. We loved the olive oil/olive tasting, and exploring different villages to get a feel of the “real” Naxos. Our guide was amazing, he gave us so much history and insight. Highly recommend!!
Excellent tour. I saw and learned so much. Vassili and Sandy (our guide) were fantastic.
Fabulous tour of several island towns on an air condition bus. Our tour guide Sandi was fantastic. She explained the history of the island, the foods and gave us tips for lunch. Our driver Makis was a great driver along the narrow roads. I highly recommend this trip. I would not want to drive into the small towns due to narrow roads and lack of parking.
We had a truly memorable experience, Thanos the tour guide was amazing and very well informed and the stories and facts were presented really well and kept everyone interested and amused. I would recommend this tour to all my friends.
This was a great experience, Thanos was a great host and the driver was amazing. It was great to hear local knowledge and mythology as we went along. Apeiranthos was beautiful beyond words, and the history of the Kaloxylos olive mill was impressive & the olive marmalade was delicious. There was something special about every stop, and it’s great value for money compared to a lot of similar tours offered on the island. Definitely worth your time & money.
Thanks made the experience feel authentic and enjoyable. His stories about local life gave us an appreciation of how Naxos is special to everyone that visits and lives there. Thank you for a memorable tour.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 6h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun. Starts 10:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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