Naxos Castle and Portara Sunset - Private Walking Tour

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Overview

Categories
City tours
Recommended activity for
Families with kids
Daytime
Morning Afternoon
Services
Private

Highlights

  • Explore the old Castle of the Chora of Naxos and listen to stories of pirates, knights, and Venetian rulers from our expert local guide
  • Get insight into the local culture and history through fascinating story-telling
  • Pass by the medieval Roman Cathedral of Naxos, the seat of the Catholic Church of Naxos, and admire its architecture and precious artefacts
  • Enjoy the breath-taking sunset from the small island of Portara

Full description

On this 2 hours walking tour, our expert local guide will introduce you to the ancient history and modern-day local culture and tradition of Naxos, by taking you to some of the most important and impressive sights in Chora.

With the heart of Naxos' Chora as your meeting point, take a stroll inside the walls of the medieval castleand listen to stories of pirates and knights - learn why Venetian aristocracy always held an important position on the island. Check out the historical, medieval Roman Cathedral and admire its exquisite architecture. Do not miss the chance to witness from up close a rare Byzantine icon that is almost 1000 years old!

Continue your walk in the old city of Naxos and travel back in time by entering an archaeological excavation inside the city, with findings that cover the span of the Mycenaean times until today. Wander around the excavation through alleys and bridges and experience first-hand an ancient cemetery, among others.

Before heading to dinner in a local restaurant (not included) with traditional dishes of Naxos, enjoy the magical Cycladic sunset and watch the sun dive into the Aegean Sea from the small island of Palatia, where the iconic Portara stands!

Includes

  • Temple of Apollo - Portara ticket
    Old town - ticket
    Castle ticket
  • Guide

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Dinner

Location

Starting point
Naxos Castle and Portara Sunset - Private Walking Tour
Greece
Pick-up from hotels on foot Please call the supplier 48 hours in advance to confirm the pick-up time and location. Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
End point
Same as Starting Point

Important information

  • Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.

Redeem information

  • Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!