Private Shore Excursion: Paleokastritsa and Corfu Town
Corfu, Greece
Trip Type: Private Sightseeing Tours
Duration: 4 hours
Admire the crystal-clear turquoise waters,the mysterious grottoes and the impressive rocks and bays of the most beautiful place of Corfu: Paleokastritsa (about 45 minutes). Visit one of the biggest tourist attractions on Corfu is the Monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Paleokastritsa (about 20 minutes). Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town of Corfu, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List as a fortified Mediterranean port town of high integrity and authenticity and see all the most important sights of it (about 1,5 hour).
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Admire the crystal-clear turquoise waters,the mysterious grottoes and the impressive rocks and bays of the most beautiful place of Corfu: Paleokastritsa (about 45 minutes). Visit one of the biggest tourist attractions on Corfu is the Monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Paleokastritsa (about 20 minutes). Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town of Corfu, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List as a fortified Mediterranean port town of high integrity and authenticity and see all the most important sights of it (about 1,5 hour).
Meet your private driver and your professional guide(optional) at the pick-up point(Cruise port) and travel through some of the island’s traditional villages to reach Paleokastritsa, one of the most beautiful places in the world. Paleokastritsa is a renowned Greek beauty spot. This hilly resort nestles between high cliffs, coves and steep slopes lined with olive groves and citrus orchards. It is rightly popular with tourists so expect plenty of amenities, but also manages to retain its charm.
On a green hill above the beach of Paleokastritsa is located the Monastery of Paleokastritsa. Apart from the great scenery where it is located (on a rocky promontory with amazing view as it stands up at 450 meters), the monastery is really worth a visit. Panagia Theotokos Monastery was originally founded in 1225 but the current buildings date to the early 1700s. There is a small museum, mostly filled with religious articles and books as well as a skeleton of a fabled sea monster!
Continue your tour to beautiful Corfu Town,a perfect example of ancient Venetian and Byzantine art that will be able to fascinate you with its little streets and its panoramic points. Enjoy a walk at 'Spianada' the largest square in the Balkans and pass through 'Liston', the city’s trademark, where the aristocrats used to enjoy their evening promenades.
Admire the impressive 15th century Old Fortress and Saint Michael and George Palace at the northern part of Spianáda, built during the British occupation. Between the Town's narrow streets,you will find St Spyridon Church,which was built in 1596 and is the tallest on the island, thanks to its distinctive red-dome bell tower, and is filled with silver treasures.
After buying local souvenirs(optional) such:as olive oil, Greek ouzo and Kumquat products(the trademark of Corfu) from traditional shops your private driver will ensure your timely and safely return to the Cruise port of Corfu.
Meet your private driver and your professional guide(optional) at the pick-up point(Cruise port) and travel through some of the island’s traditional villages to reach Paleokastritsa, one of the most beautiful places in the world. Paleokastritsa is a renowned Greek beauty spot. This hilly resort nestles between high cliffs, coves and steep slopes lined with olive groves and citrus orchards. It is rightly popular with tourists so expect plenty of amenities, but also manages to retain its charm.
On a green hill above the beach of Paleokastritsa is located the Monastery of Paleokastritsa. Apart from the great scenery where it is located (on a rocky promontory with amazing view as it stands up at 450 meters), the monastery is really worth a visit. Panagia Theotokos Monastery was originally founded in 1225 but the current buildings date to the early 1700s. There is a small museum, mostly filled with religious articles and books as well as a skeleton of a fabled sea monster!
Continue your tour to beautiful Corfu Town,a perfect example of ancient Venetian and Byzantine art that will be able to fascinate you with its little streets and its panoramic points. Enjoy a walk at 'Spianada' the largest square in the Balkans and pass through 'Liston', the city’s trademark, where the aristocrats used to enjoy their evening promenades.
Admire the impressive 15th century Old Fortress and Saint Michael and George Palace at the northern part of Spianáda, built during the British occupation. Between the Town's narrow streets,you will find St Spyridon Church,which was built in 1596 and is the tallest on the island, thanks to its distinctive red-dome bell tower, and is filled with silver treasures.
After buying local souvenirs(optional) such:as olive oil, Greek ouzo and Kumquat products(the trademark of Corfu) from traditional shops your private driver will ensure your timely and safely return to the Cruise port of Corfu.
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