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Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos
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Naxos
About
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
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Experienced and knowledgeable local English speaking escort
Gratuities
Personal expenses, Meals and Drinks
kitron distillery in Chalki - optional visit
Demeter's Temple to be paid in cash in spot
Meeting Points
Departure
Naxos Bus Transfer
The meeting point is at "Naxos Bus Transfer" office, right outside Naxos Port.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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On Tuesdays the Demeter's Temple is closed. Instead we will spend more time in our other stops
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This tour will take place rain or shine. Small changes may apply to the itinerary in case of rough weather
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A big part of the trip is through winding, mountainous roads. Please carry travel sickness pills in case you feel uneasy
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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.
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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Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos
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Naxos
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About
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
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Experienced and knowledgeable local English speaking escort
Gratuities
Personal expenses, Meals and Drinks
kitron distillery in Chalki - optional visit
Demeter's Temple to be paid in cash in spot
Meeting Points
Departure
Naxos Bus Transfer
The meeting point is at "Naxos Bus Transfer" office, right outside Naxos Port.
Return
Itinerary
1
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.
40 minutes
2
Damalas
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.
30 minutes
3
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.
45 minutes
4
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”.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
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.
45 minutes
6
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!
