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Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos

Location Naxos, Greece, Europe
$41.02
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

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.

Highlights of our tour:
- Admire Demeter's Temple, a sanctuary dated back in the 6th Century BC.
- Explore the marble paved neighborhoods of Apiranthos
- Photoshoot the gigantic statue of Kouros at the ancient marble quarries
- Visit The picturesque fishing village of Apollonas

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Naxos Highlights Bus Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Experienced and knowledgeable local English speaking escort
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Demeter's Temple to be paid in cash in spot
  • kitron distillery in Chalki - optional visit
  • Personal expenses, Meals and Drinks
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
The meeting point is at "Naxos Bus Transfer" office, right outside Naxos Port.
Return details
The meeting point is at "Naxos Bus Transfer" office, right outside Naxos Port.

  • Temple of Demeter
    After paying for your admission ticket at the gate, you will walk uphill through a beautiful garden and reach Demeter's Temple, one of the most significant ancient monuments of Naxos. You will learn about the history of the sanctuary and also have some free time to visit the on spot museum. The Temple of Demeter is closed on Tuesdays and on the 1st of May and instead more free time is provided in Chalki and Apiranthos villages.
  • At the small village of Damalas, Manolis will warmheartedly welcome you to his traditional pottery workshop and reveal ancient secrets of his art. Afterwards you will visit the restored olive press museum and learn everything about the old procedure of olive oil production.
  • Chalkio
    Continue to Chalki, an ancient commercial center and a place of beautiful Venetian architecture. You will have approximately 45’ 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.
  • Apeiranthos
    Next, make a long stop 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 – great opportunity to taste the local recipes of “rosto” and “kalogiros”.
  • Apollonas Beach
    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.
  • Apollonas Kouros
    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!

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We pick up our guests from central places in Naxos Town, Stelida, Agia Anna, Agios Prokopios and Plaka Beach. In other case our guests can meet us directly at our starting point.
  • On Tuesdays the Demeter's Temple is closed. Instead we will spend more time in our other stops
  • This tour will take place rain or shine. Small changes may apply to the itinerary 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
  • 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.
  • On the 1st of May the Demeter's Temple will be closed.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos

    Location Naxos, Greece, Europe
    $41.02
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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