Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos

Overview

Available languages

Greek

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

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

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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.

On Tuesdays the Demeter's Temple is closed. Instead we will spend more time in our other stops

This tour will take place rain or shine. Small changes may apply to the itinerary in case of rough weather

A big part of the trip is through winding, mountainous roads. Please carry travel sickness pills in case you feel uneasy

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.

On the 1st of May the Demeter's Temple will be closed.

Cancellation Policy

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

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

What To Expect

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 • Admission Not Included

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 • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Naxos Highlights- Private Tour

Private: If you prefer to share your experience only with your own group, friends or family, you can book our private tour.
Create your own itinerary: You can follow our recommended itinerary as per our description or create your own according to your own preferences.
Pick up options: Pickup/ drop-off is included from the areas of: Naxos Town, Stelida, Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna, Maragkas, Plaka Beach
Pickup included

Without stop at Demeter Temple

Longer stop at Apollonas: On Tuesdays and on the 1st of May the Temple of Demeter is closed. Instead, you will make a longer stop at Apollonas
Pickup included