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Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour

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Overview

Available languages

Greek
English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Join this tour and get the opportunity to see many of the most emblematic sights of Naxos in only 4 hours! Learn about the island’s history, pose using its iconic monuments as your background and explore the villages of Chalki and Filoti!

Highlights:

Visit Demeter's Temple, a sanctuary dated back in the 6th Century BC.

Explore Chalki and Filoti, two of the most beautiful villages of Naxos

Photoshoot the impressive contemporary marble quarries

Walk in Flerio Valley and see the infamous Kouros Statue

Additional Info

Public transportation 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 a traditional pottery workshop at the village of Damalas.

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 Damalas pottery workshop instead of Demeter's Temple

It is customary upon the visit to a church to donate a small amount of 1€-5€. These money are used for the operational costs of the church and very often for donations on behalf of the church to people/ families of the community that are in need.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Pickup (not dropoff) from preset pickup spots only for the 08.30 departure

Luggage storage during the tour.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel Pickup/ drop off service

Personal expenses

Gratuities and Church donations (customary – not obligatory)

Demeter’s Temple, to be paid in cash in spot

What To Expect

1

Temple of Demeter

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

40 minutes • Admission Not Included
2

Chalki

Next stop will be Chalki village, the old capital and commercial center of Naxos. Get free time (approx. 40’) to explore its colorful alleys, shop unique souvenirs, visit the distillery of “Vallindras” or just enjoy a coffee at one of its cozy cafes.

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Afternoon (without transfers)

Meeting place: All our guests meet us at Naxos Bus Transfer Office. Pick up/ drop-off service to/from the hotels is not provided.

Morning (pickup-not dropoff)

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

Reviews

4.78

445 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Super fun way to see a...

    Erin C,

    Sep 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Super fun way to see a lot of the island with it a car. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Recommend for a short afternoon of sightseeing and some history.

  • Dimitri is a Rock Star

    Konstantine P,

    Sep 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Dimitri & George , were excellent. The tour stops at 6 places and is an incredible value Exceptional tour.

  • Great bus tour

    Cheryl H,

    Aug 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent bus tour with a very informative guide and skilled driver. We made multiple stops which appealed to a variety of interests. Alex and Georg helped make our stay on Naxos very nice!

  • Alex the tour guide was...

    Gary S,

    Aug 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Alex the tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. George the bus driver navigated traffic and the narrow roads like a pro. We really enjoyed our trip and would highly recommend it.

  • Ticked the boxes

    Samantha C,

    Aug 8, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    The tour ticked the boxes. We saw the promised sites, got the promised details. But the tour overall was a bit dull. It was hard to understand the guide, he was very knowledgable but his speaking style made it feel more like a recitation than a story. Overall a good tour, but nothing special.

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4.78
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