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Naxos Old Town Portara, Castle and Museum Tour with Tastings
Naxos
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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This holistic experience blends storytelling, art, and taste, inviting you to journey through Naxos’ legacy via monuments, craftsmanship, and premium local products. Begin at Apollo’s Great Gate, Portara, above the blue Aegean, a symbol of the island’s ancient past. With an expert guide, explore the myths and moments shaping its heritage, then walk the Venetian Castle district of narrow alleys and noble walls. Pause for Naxian wine and local delicacies in an 800-year-old cellar and art gallery, enriching insight into Cycladic and Classical civilizations. Continue to the Archaeological Museum and conclude at a panoramic castle viewpoint for a breathtaking finale.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided visit at Archaeology Museum
Premium local products tasting at old Venetian cellar - culture gallery
Guided Tour of Medieval Castle district
Guided visit at Temple of Apollo -Portara
Gratuities for your Professional Licensed Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Naxos Bus Transfer
Meet your guide in front of Naxos Bus Transfer (local bus office), he will be holding a sign with Naxos Cultural Tours logo
Return
Alpha Bank
Naxos Old Town Portara, Castle and Museum Tour with Tastings
Naxos
About
This holistic experience blends storytelling, art, and taste, inviting you to journey through Naxos’ legacy via monuments, craftsmanship, and premium local products. Begin at Apollo’s Great Gate, Portara, above the blue Aegean, a symbol of the island’s ancient past. With an expert guide, explore the myths and moments shaping its heritage, then walk the Venetian Castle district of narrow alleys and noble walls. Pause for Naxian wine and local delicacies in an 800-year-old cellar and art gallery, enriching insight into Cycladic and Classical civilizations. Continue to the Archaeological Museum and conclude at a panoramic castle viewpoint for a breathtaking finale.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided visit at Archaeology Museum
Premium local products tasting at old Venetian cellar - culture gallery
Guided Tour of Medieval Castle district
Guided visit at Temple of Apollo -Portara
Gratuities for your Professional Licensed Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Naxos Bus Transfer
Meet your guide in front of Naxos Bus Transfer (local bus office), he will be holding a sign with Naxos Cultural Tours logo
Return
Alpha Bank
Itinerary
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The Temple of Apollo – Portara
Begin your exploration at Apollo’s Great Gate (Portara), overlooking the deep blue of the
Aegean Sea — a majestic symbol of Naxos’ ancient past. Uncover with your guide the myths
and defining moments that shaped the island’s enduring heritage.
30 minutes
2
Old Town
Continue with a walking tour through the Venetian Castle district, where narrow alleys and centuries-old walls still echo the elegance of noble Venetian life. Pause to savor a glass of fine Naxian wine and tastings of premium local delicacies inside an 800-year-old Venetian cellar and art gallery. Here, enjoy an engaging discussion, that will enhance your museum visit regarding the Art and Culture of the
Cycladic and ancient Greek civilizations that once flourished across Naxos and the Aegean.
1 hour
3
Roman Catholic Cathedral
Discover with your guide the historic Roman Catholic Cathedral of Naxos at the top of the Castle Town
10 minutes
4
Archaeological Museum of Naxos
Continue your walking tour to reach a panoramic viewpoint atop the Castle, offering breathtaking views over Naxos . Conclude your tour with a guided visit of the Archaeological Museum, and its original artwork collection, a perfect finale to your journey through Naxos’ timeless heritage.
