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Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos

Location Naxos, Greece, Europe
$40.18
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Overview

Naxos Island beckons with its charming villages and awe-inspiring monuments, inviting you to immerse yourself in its rich culture. Relax in an air-conditioned bus as you journey through this enchanting landscape, making several captivating stops along the way.

  • 🏷️ Standard Tour Package: Includes a full-day guided tour with visits to key highlights and a knowledgeable local escort.
  • 🏷️ Extended Apollonas Stop: On Tuesdays and the 1st of May, enjoy a longer visit to Apollonas due to the closure of Demeter's Temple.
  • 🏛️ Marvel at the ancient Temple of Demeter, a significant sanctuary dating back to the 6th Century BC, where you’ll learn about its storied history.
  • 🏘️ Stroll through the picturesque marble-paved streets of Apiranthos, taking in the stunning views and local architecture.
  • 📸 Capture unforgettable moments at the ancient marble quarries, home to the gigantic statue of Kouros, an unfinished masterpiece over 2,500 years old.
  • 🎣 Spend time in the charming fishing village of Apollonas, where you can relax by the seaside and savor delightful local treats.
  • 🚌 Enjoy the convenience of pickup from central locations in Naxos Town, Stelida, Agia Anna, Agios Prokopios, and Plaka Beach.
  • 🌿 Experience the rich heritage of Naxos with visits to traditional pottery workshops and olive press museums, learning about ancient crafts and local production.
  • ⏳ Relish approximately 45 minutes of free time in Chalki, where you can explore the oldest distillery on the island and browse charming shops.

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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.
  • During the spring and autumn months, temperatures in the mountain villages can be 4–5°C (40–41°F) lower than along the coast. We recommend bringing a light jacket to ensure you stay comfortable throughout the tour.
  • 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
    $40.18
    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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