Top Aegean Islands Culture

A tour for those interested in local history, folklore and culture. The evening begins at the church of The Archangels, where you get a wonderful view and a short tour of the interesting, old church. We then continue to the Church of The Virgin Mary and after we have visited it, there is a short footpath that will take us down to the Evagelistria Monastery, built to be well hidden from pirates in a lush valley. This is the only monastery on Skiathos that is still active and it has a fascinating 200-year history, starting with the making of the first Greek flag. After a tour of the premises and the local museum, which houses a rare collection of icons, relics and traditional costumes, you will get some time on your own before departing. All in all a lovely way to spend part of your evening in peaceful and tranquil surroundings, untouched and undisturbed by the modern way of life.

Extend your Greek vacation to include a day in the Turkish town of Kusadasi. The included boat ride takes you from Samos to Turkey in just one and a half hours. You’ll have time to explore the famous bazaar and more. Enjoy the personalized experience of having a private guide with you every step of the way. You can also take an optional tour to the ancient city of Ephesus.

A visit to Panormitis Monastery is a must experience! This convenient transfer, budget friendly provides pick ups from Pedi bay and from the Bus stop at the village of Symi. The current monastery complex was constructed in 1783, replacing the earlier chapel. It is a majestic structure with a blend of architectural styles, including Byzantine and Venetian influences. The monastery is renowned for its towering bell tower, which is the largest Baroque-style bell tower in the world. Also, there are two museums, one ecclesiastical and one secular for both visits. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere of this holy place walking around and light a candle for good luck!

Bus transfer from hotels Visit the temple of Hera Visit to a monastery / Guiding in monastery Visit pottery workshop / Ceramics demonstration Drive to Potami Lunch in Potami . Guests may , instead of having lunch , walk to the waterfalls or swim . The time is nevertheless limited, not enough for both lunch and potami visit. Wine tasting Visit olive oil factory Drive back to the hotels

Patmos is situated 32 miles south of Samos. Famous for its religious past, Patmos is the island where Saint John the Theologian wrote the Book of Revelation (the Apocalypse). The highlights of the monastery include a library, historic documents, manuscripts, biographies of saints and others. The cave of the Apocalypse was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in the year 2006. ITINERARY Bus transfer from hotels / hotels inside Pythagorio without transfer Boat departs at 08.00 ( Dodekanisos Lines ) Sail to Patmos approx. 2 ½ hrs Depart Patmos port Drive to the Cave 15 min Visit the Cave of the Apocalypse 30 min Drive to the Monastery 10 min Visit the Monastery of St. John and the museum 75 min After the tour and around 20 minutes of free time , guests return to Skala port , where they can spend remaining time with a walk at harbor , rest The boat departs at 15.20 hrs for Pythagorio, where it will arrive at 18.00

Explore the history and heritage of the beautiful Aegean Islands on this sightseeing cruise from Samos. Following pickup at your hotel, take to the waves and enjoy uninterrupted views over the coastal scenery. Take in top attractions like the medieval town of Hora, Patmos and the harbor town of Skala. Along the way, listen as your guide shares insight into the region’s Byzantine history.

Discover idyllic Symi Island on a day trip from Rhodes, starting with a ferry boat ride. Cruise across the Aegean Sea to the mountainous isle with your guide, who accompanies you on a stroll alongside the waterfront before you set off on your own to explore the charming harbor independently. Follow up with a short cruise over to Panormitis Bay where you can choose to visit the Monastery of the Archangel Michael during ample free time. Finish with the return trip to Rhodes.

Experience the history and culture of Turkey’s Aegean Coast on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel or port pickup, explore the Temple of Artemis, the Library of Celsus, and other sites at the ancient city of Ephesus. Then stop by a Turkish bath house, a bazaar, and a coffee house in the historic port town of Kusadasi.

“Don’t miss our daily excursions with our traditional wooden boat to the beautiful beaches of Skopelos! Lunch is included in the price.

Ideal for those short on time, this half-day tour of Athens takes you to several main attractions—without the hassle of logistical planning or navigation. You'll be picked up from your hotel and taken to see highlights including the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, the Acropolis and Parthenon, and the Acropolis Museum. Your guide shares insider knowledge and fascinating facts along the way.

Stop in one of the most beautiful villages , Koumeika , and visit a local oil producing factory Stop in the village of Koumaradei at a traditional Pottery shop , watch a small demonstration on ceramics . Have a guided tour of the Monastery of Timios Stavros or Megali Panagia have a guided tour at the HERA temple ( official guide - english ) . Stop in Pythagorion, the most important tourist resort on the island and have free time for lunch (lunch not included in the price). Continue to a winery outside the village of Kondeika to learn the secrets of samos wine culture and have a small wine tasting at the end .

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Departing from Pythagorio harbour at 08.00 and arrival in Kusadasi at 09.15. Depart from Kusadasi for Ephesus 10:30 arrive to Ephesus and start the tour ( points to be visited , the Library of Celsius, Hadrians Temple, the Fountains of Trajan, Polio, The Temples of Hadrian and Domitian, Vedious and Scholastic Baths, Bouloterion, and the Great Theatre. Also short visit to Temple of artemis ) 12:45 depart for shopping on the way to Kusadasi 13:30 depart for Kusadasi 14:00 arrive in Kusadasi , time for lunch or free time Return to Samos at approx. 18:15 (17.00 departure from Kusadasi) .

Visiting Mamma Mia Chapel , the church that is situated on an impressive Rock with the number of 110 steps. St Ioannis beach , Spilia, Mavraki & Keramoto some of the hidden beaches we explore by boat and spend some time swimming. Τhe boat may differ from what is shown in the photos, the choice is made by us based on the number of people and the weather conditions.