wotif
List your propertySupportTrips
Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour
Naxos Half Day Guided Tour - Small Group
Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour
Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour
Naxos Half Day Guided Tour - Small Group

Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour

By Naxos Bus Transfer
9.2 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$54 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Go on a guided tour of the best sites in Naxos. Learn about the island’s history, visit its iconic monuments, such as Demeter's Temple and the Panagia Drosiani church, and get to taste olive products.

Highlights:
Visit Demeter's Temple, a sanctuary dated back in the 6th Century BC.
Explore Chalki, one of the most beautiful villages of Naxos
Photoshoot the impressive contemporary marble quarries
Walk in Flerio Valley and see the infamous Kouros Statue
Taste samples of delicious olive products at Eggares olive press museum.

Activity location

  • Temple of Demeter
    • 843 00, Sangri, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Naxos Bus Transfer
    • 843 00, Naxos, Greece

Check availability

Afternoon departure
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Starting time: 1:00 pm
Price details
NZ$53.66 x 1 AdultNZ$53.66
Total
Price is NZ$53.66
Morning departure with pick up
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English

Pick up service included: Pick up (not drop-off) is included from central preset pickup spots in Plaka, Ag. Anna, Ag. Prokopios, Stelida and Naxos Town

Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
NZ$53.66 x 1 AdultNZ$53.66
Total
Price is NZ$53.66

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPickup (not dropoff) from preset pickup spots only for the 08.30 departure
  • What's includedWhat's includedLuggage storage during the tour.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fees in Demeter’s Temple (4€/ person) to be paid on the spot in cash
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel Pickup/ drop off service
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge and Church donations (customary – not obligatory)

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed and instead you will visit the village of Filoti.
  • The tour guide is not licensed and thus not allowed to guide you inside Demeter's Temple and Panagia Drosiani Church. You will get all the information about the monuments before you enter.
  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • The tour begins and ends right outside Naxos Port. Luggage storage is provided for the participants free of charge.
  • Pickup service (only-not dropoff) is provided for the guests who book the morning departure of 08.30. This service is available only from specific pickup spots in the areas of Plaka, Ag.Anna, Ag.Prokopios, Stelida and Naxos Town. Upon booking, please provide your accommodation info and you will be notified about the closest pickup spot to you.
  • You will have to climb steps and walk uphill in order to visit the Temple of Demeter
  • The Demeter's Temple closes early (noon) in case of predicted heat wave. In that case, the tour that departs in the afternoon (13.00) visits Filoti village instead of Demeter's Temple

Activity itinerary

Temple of Demeter
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Meet your guide at Naxos Bus Transfer Office, right outside Naxos Port and drive directly to your first stop, Demeter’s Temple. Admire the impressive restored sanctuary, take amazing pictures and visit the small on site museum. *On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed and instead you will visit the village of Filoti. Also, the Demeter's Temple closes early (noon) in case of predicted heat wave. In that case, the tour that departs in the afternoon (13.00) visits Filoti village instead of Demeter's Temple
Chalki
  • 40m
Next stop will be Chalki village, the old capital and commercial centre of Naxos. Get free time (approx. 40’) to explore its colourful alleys, shop unique souvenirs, visit the distillery of “Vallindras” or just enjoy a coffee at one of its cosy cafes.
Panagia Drossiani Church
  • 10m
Continue through old olive groves and reach Panagia Drosiani, a church of unique architectural style devoted to Virgin Mary- considered among the oldest in the Balkans! Here you will make a short stop to take pictures and if the church is open, also pay a quick visit to admire its unique frescoes.
Kinidaros
  • 5m
Right outside the village of Kinidaros you will make a short stop by the road to photo shoot the impressive contemporary marble quarries.
Melanes Kouros Statue
  • 30m
Walk through the lush gardens of Flerio valley and "meet" the Kouros Statue, one of the most striking examples of Naxian marble art.
Eggares Olive Press Museum
  • 35m
The restored olive press museum in Eggares is the best way to end your tour! You will learn about the century-old procedure of olive oil production, as well as taste samples of olive ingredient delicacies.
Filoti
  • 40m
On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed and instead you will visit the village of Filoti. Walk to its central church and learn the touching storey of its construction followed by a short visit to the neighbouring folklore museum.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESTemple of Demeter
    • 843 00, Sangri, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENaxos Bus Transfer
    • 843 00, Naxos, Greece

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. We offer one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Sangri your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.