This tour offers the most complete experience for those who want to discover Ios in depth. We begin with a visit to Skarkos, one of the best-preserved Bronze Age settlements in the Cyclades, where you’ll learn about early Aegean civilization. Then, we cycle across beautiful inland landscapes to the Tomb of Homer, the legendary resting place of the great poet, surrounded by breathtaking views. Our final stop is Diaseli Cheesery, a family-run farm where we’ll taste fresh, handmade local cheeses and hear stories of Ios’s rural traditions. Throughout the journey, you’ll enjoy quiet paths, expansive views, and the scent of fig trees and wild herbs. Led by guides who have written about the is...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Snacks
Use of bicycle
Cotton bag
Cheese and Wine Tasting at Diaseli Cheesery
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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After a short downhill ride, we will visit Skarkos archailogical site, where we will talk about history, nature and traditions
30 minutes
2
La Tomba di Omero
We are going to visit the so called Homer's tomb at Plakotos and discuss about the history and the legend
2 hours
3
Diaseli Traditional Cheesery
We are visiting Diaseli Traditional Cheesery and you will be introduced to how chesse has been made through the centuries from Dimitri's family.
You will also see have a look at a restored traditional cheese building and a house
2 hours
5 -6 Hour Full Heritage & Flavor Tour
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This tour offers the most complete experience for those who want to discover Ios in depth. We begin with a visit to Skarkos, one of the best-preserved Bronze Age settlements in the Cyclades, where you’ll learn about early Aegean civilization. Then, we cycle across beautiful inland landscapes to the Tomb of Homer, the legendary resting place of the great poet, surrounded by breathtaking views. Our final stop is Diaseli Cheesery, a family-run farm where we’ll taste fresh, handmade local cheeses and hear stories of Ios’s rural traditions. Throughout the journey, you’ll enjoy quiet paths, expansive views, and the scent of fig trees and wild herbs. Led by guides who have written about the is...
