Highlights
- Discover the Temple of Demeter and learn about its history and mythology
- Explore the charming village of Kaloxylos and sample local olive oil
- Visit Apiranthos, the 'marble village,' and enjoy a delicious local lunch
- Stroll through Chalki, a picturesque village with neoclassical buildings
Description
Meet your guide and head to the Temple of Demeter, the most significant sight in Naxos. Hear about the history of the monument and the myth regarding the goddess it is devoted to. Enjoy free time to visit the on-site museum and take pictures.
Continue to Kaloxylos, a serene village with 50 residents. Visit a historical building that houses the island's first electric company and its first-ever olive press. Sample some extra virgin olive oil and explore the quaint alleys of the village.
Next, drive through the village of Filoti and past the legendary Mount Zas before reaching Apiranthos, also known as 'the marble village.' Discover narrow, marble-paved streets with archways, magnificent Venetian towers, and two-story stone houses with unique architectural characteristics.
Enjoy free time to have lunch here, and taste some of the local dishes, such as 'rosto,' 'kalogeros,' and the Naxian salad with fresh 'xinomizithra' cheese.
Then, head to Chalki, said to be one of the most beautiful villages in the Cyclades. Stroll along cobbled pathways, admire colorful neoclassical buildings, and relax at taverns shaded by vine leaves and bougainvillea. Visit art galleries and charming gift shops, and taste the local liqueur 'kitron' at the oldest distillery in Naxos.
Includes
Visit to the Temple of Demeter
Visit to Kaloxylos village
Visit to Apiranthos village
Visit to Chalki village
Tasting of local products
Entrance fees at Demeter's Temple (5€/person)
Entrance fees at Vallindra's distillery (3€/person)
Entrance fees at Ergostasio Olive Mill (10€/person)
Guidance by a professional English-speaking escort (not a licensed guide)
Excludes
Hotel pickup and drop off (unless you choose the option 'with hotel transfers')
Lunch
Personal expenses
Souvenirs
Important Information
- The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
- Lunch is not included, but there will be time to purchase it
- The tour guide is not licensed, thus not allowed to guide you inside the Temple of Demeter
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
