Naxos: Highlights of Naxos Day Tour
Description
Naxos is really a big island to see everything in one day.What we offer you is the chance to see the highlights of Naxos in an 8h tour so you ll get an overall idea what Naxos is about,its history,its past and its present. Especially about the north part of the island , driving on those whirlwind narrow streets isn t as easy as it seems and what we offer is the oppportunity to travel in safety and enjoy a day on the island. On Tuesdays ,because archeological sites are closed, instead of Demeter s temple we visit Panagia Drosiani church ,the oldest in Balcan peninsula ans spend more time at Chalki and Apiranthos
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our experienced escort on the way to the site in the bus will give you information about Demeter temple and there you ll pay your entrance fee ticket (4€ pp in cash only) and underyour escort s guidance you ll visit first the temple and then the museum located there. On Tuesdays this site is closed so instead you will visit Bazeos Tower ,former monastery of 16th cen AD and nowadays cultural centre (5 Euro pp entrance fee)
Along with your escort , after walking in the heart of the village you ll visit the tradistional olivepress where your escort will explain how the olive oil procedure was years ago and then together you ll enjoy a live demonstation at the traditional pottery workshop. Here you ll learn what is sfouni or the cup of justice.
The neoclassical village of Naxos is here to show you class and art!From the bus stop along with your escort you will be led to the historical centre. You will be shown the highlights of the village such as citron distillery to try citron liquor ,visit FISH & OLIVE gallery ,PHOS gallery or just take photos in the picturesque village.
The marble village is one of its kind! Along with your escort ,you ll walk to the square,see towers and on your own you can walk in the marble cobbled streets ,the arches and visit museums such as Geological,art,folklore and Natural history museums.Don t get lost in the maze!! On Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays/Sundays we have lunchbreak here. On Saturdays & Tuesdays (on ESSENCE FD TOUR) we don t have lunch break here the break duration will be 45-50'
A relaxing stop at the northest edge of the island where you can enjoy swimming or having a coffee and dessert or just stroll in the picturesque village taking photos . On Tuesdays/Saturdays we have lunch break by the seashore so 90' break will be done here
The most impressive Archaic period statue on the island because of its size (10,5 m) lying on the ground. There are 56 steps to climb in order to get there but it s totally worth it !
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Let us know your accommodation place so as to lead you to the nearest pick up point . For hotels further from Plaza beach hotel such as areas like Orkos, M Vigla,Kastraki ,Pyrgaki or villagesout of the 5km range pick up is provided but with extra charge.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(250)
We loved our experience. It allowed us to discover the island and its treasures. Markel, our guide, was really kind, competent, dynamic, and interesting.
Excellent tour to see Naxos villages in the mountains, several stops plenty of time at stops to view archeological sites and villages and swimming. Highly reccomend our t tour guide Markel was amazing and great thank you to our driver Dimitris!!!
If you are looking for a great value-for-money experience in Naxos, this day tour is it! Marco was a brilliant guide whose passion and knowledge really made the day special. A huge shoutout to Dimitri, our driver, for the incredibly comfortable and smooth ride throughout the island. We got to see so much of Naxos' history and culture without ever feeling rushed. An excellent 5-star experience!
The tour and the tour guide were great. Unfortunately the driver decided to yell at me in Greek (I don’t speak Greek) and slap the chair in anger at me and the family when my 14 year old daughter made one of the bus seats damp after the tour took us to a beach to swim. I get that they don’t want to damage their seats, but it’s only water, they did take us to a beach, and the drivers outburst has tainted the day for my daughter and for me. Sorry, but I can’t leave a good review after that. I have given two stars (rather than one) because the tour guide was lovely and the sites were very good.
The tour and the tour guide were great. Unfortunately the driver decided to yell at me in Greek (I don’t speak Greek) and slap the chair in anger when my 14 year old daughter made one of the bus seats damp after the tour took us to a beach to swim. (Damp, not wet, damp.) I get that they don’t want to damage their seats, but it’s only water, they did take us to a beach, and the drivers outburst has tainted the day for my daughter and for me. Sorry, but I can’t leave a good review after that.
It was informative and enjoyable - riding through some of Naxos's wild beauty - seeing and learning about its past and present.
Great tour with stops in charming villages. Interesting facts from our guide Marcel, superb manoeuvering of narrow roads and tight bends by our driver, Dimitri. We also enjoyed having enough time to explore the villages on our own.
Awesome tour to get to know parts of the island. I thought Santorini was #1; but Naxos has taken it place. Marcel was a great host and our driver Dominguez (please forgive my spelling) was awesome. He handled his driving skills with smooth precision. Each town we visited gave me memorable moments that I can revisit. Olive oil crushing, pottery making, the unfinished marble statue, and the small nuances of each village gave me just enough to where I could choose to go back for more.
A great way to see Naxos in a single day. Allows you to orient yourself in the island and to experience island life away from the beach.
Markale was a perfect guide-knowledgeable and patient with a large group. Perfect pace kept us on track with enough room to explore on our own. Highly recommend!
thanks for your review and we are looking forward to seeing you again in the future
