Top Corfu Historical Tours - page 2

Experience Corfu by water on this private sailboat cruise. Bring up to eight people on this customizable adventure and catch amazing views of Old Town Corfu, the Old Fortress, Garitsa Bay, Vido and Pontikonissi islands. Take a refreshing swim and enjoy an open bar with wine and beer, complimentary snacks, and access to snorkeling gear.

Make the most of your time ashore with a private beach tour designed for cruise travelers. Visit Paleokastritsa Beach to swim in its emerald waters, explore the hilltop monastery, or upgrade with a boat trip to nearby sea caves before continuing to the golden sands of Glyfada Beach. Private transportation lets you relax instead of worrying about port logistics.

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.

Experience Corfu like a local with this guided tour. Choose from riding a bicycle around the town or walking the alleys of the Old Town, depending on your interests, are available. Start in Corfu's Jewish Quarter to learn about the influence of the local Jewish community. Then take off and see the sights. Tour highlights include Spiananda Square, the Palace of St. Michael and St George and Mon Repos Palace.

After dark, Corfu’s sunny exterior gives way to the darker myths and legends of this ancient part of the world. Join your storyteller guide around the old town of Corfu and hear ghost stories about people who lived, worked and died in the city walls or were doomed out at sea. Wander the cobbled streets and alleyways of the old town, and learn about the buildings and their dark secrets along the way.

Among the mountains of Pindos and Antichasia rise the rocks of Meteora, the most important monastic city after Mount Athos. It seems that the first hermits settled at the cavities of the rocks during the 11th-12th century seeking spiritual redemption. Here, a lot of people continue to come looking for spiritual calm and peace. The impressive landscape creates awe to the visitors, while thanks to its unique character Meteora is included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

Maximize time in Corfu with a private half-day tour, including hotel pickup. Personalize a sightseeing tour according to your interests and travel across Corfu Island in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit popular landmarks including the Achilleion Museum or the Church of Panagia Vlacherna. Complete the tour by exploring the picturesque village of Paleokastritsa at your own pace.

Discover the hidden gems of Corfu on this 2-hour small group walking tour. Experience this stunning city like a local with a guided tour through its charming cobbled streets and quaint squares. Admire all the sights from the majestic Esplanade to historic Venetian mansions. Your knowledgeable guide will show you why there's no better way to explore what makes this island capital so special than on foot during one unforgettable walking tour.

Northern Corfu is all idyllic villages, monuments and rugged coastline. Head into sun-dappled rolling hills to discover Achillion Palace, the scenic Paleokastritsa coast and many other delights. There's also a visit to a kumquat distillery to sample this trademark Corfu liqueur. You'll visit some of Corfu's top attractions. First up is Achillion Palace. The palace boasts stirring views of the Corfu coast, and the meticulously landscaped gardens are a work of art. The vistas are also top-notch at the seaside village of Paleokastritsa. You'll have free time to visit the Orthodox monastery – admission is free – or the many coves with beautiful beaches. A boat trip can also be arranged here. Plus, you'll get to sample the trademark flavour of rural Corfu. There's a visit to a family-owned kumquat distillery. Here, you'll learn everything there is to know about this exotic citrus fruit.

The Old Town of Corfu with its two Forts is a Unesco World Heritage Monument under criterion iv. Its architecture in relation to defence make it a unique example with a distinct contribution to human history.Imposing bastions, battlements, labyrinthine secret chambers, cisterns, shelters and powder magazines. Come with us through the Liston square and visit the imposing Orthodox church of St. Spyridon where his venerable relic is kept. See the shell of the first lyric theatre in Greece, which today houses the services of the Municipality of Corfu and join us on a walk through the Jewish quarter. Here the traces of the World War II can still be seen. Half-demolished buildings are still waiting for their owners to return from the concentration camps, while around the neighbourhood the district is bustling with life and activity.

Discover the iconic sights of Corfu with a private full-day tour including a traditional lunch. Get picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and set out to see island highlights such as Corfu Old Town, Mouse Island, and the picturesque village of Paleokastritsa. Personalize the itinerary according to your interests or let your guide lead the way to popular places like the Lazaris Distillery, Canal D’Amour, and the village of Lakones.

Experience Corfu’s magnificence through a royal lens with this shore excursion including a guided tour of the Neoclassical Achilleion Palace, a well-preserved imperial residence inspired by Greek mythology. Admire clear views of nearby Mouse Island, and then head into Corfu’s UNESCO-listed Old Town to explore Venetian architecture, picturesque squares, and elegant mansions on a walking tour. It's a great way to experience port town highlights plus the regal gem of the countryside.

Just because you’re staying on Corfu, you needn’t feel confined to the island, with its nearby Ionian neighbors of Paxos and Antipaxos easily accessible by boat trip. On this relaxing cruise, travel to Lakka—one of Paxos' main settlements—where you’ll have free time to explore the harbor village and visit Antipaxos’ Voutoumi Beach where you can swim and sunbathe.

Discover the best of Corfu as you embark on a half-day sightseeing tour to its main highlights. Alongside a private guide, visit the 19th-century Achilleion Palace, Mon Repos Palace, Mouse Island, and the Venetian-style Old Fortress. If you’d like to learn more about the history of each location, upgrade your tour to include a licensed guide.

Set off to explore the lovely island of Corfu—and make the most of seamless transit and logistics—on this private, half-day shore excursion with hotel pickup. Stop outside the lavishly decorated Achilleion Palace, and visit the 13th-century Monastery of the Virgin Mary near Paleokastritsa. You’ll also pass the charming Gastouri village before capping off your tour with a guided visit of Corfu Town and St. Spyridon Church.

Join us on an amazing minivan ride to Paleokastritsa, the most popular scenic destination on the island.The clear turquoise sea, the wild rocks rising from the sea bed, the magical caves and the small bays make a painting of unimaginable splendour. Above all this beauty, on the rocky hill dominated by the Monastery of Virgin Mary. Take this divine energy with you and follow us to the Old Town. Starting at the Old Fortress, join us on a trip through the lush Durrells Garden and the exteriors of the impressive British Palace of St. George and St. Michael. Walk along the French street of Liston, the popular pedestrian street where the heart of the city beats. Then, visit the building of the first lyrical theatre in Greece and travel mentally to the sounds of the great composers of Europe through the heart of Corfu.

Discover Corfu’s most scenic landmarks on a small-group minivan tour limited to six travelers. Visit highlights including Corfu Town, Kanoni, Paleokastritsa, Lakones, the 13th-century Virgin Mary Monastery, Angelokastro Castle, and an olive oil museum in Vistonas village complete with a tasting. Traveling with a small group allows for a more relaxed pace and personalized experience.

Put together your perfect day in Corfu with a private, half- or full-day tour. Select from three or six landmarks or activities, then sit back and take it all in as you're chauffeured around the island in your own private car. See the likes of Achillion Palace and Paleokastritsa Monastery, or maybe cruise around Paleokastritsa’s caves—it’s entirely up to you. You can also choose to have a guide join you throughout for a more comprehensive experience.

The Blue Caves are widely considered among the Ionian Islands’ top natural attractions, but their remote shoreline location makes visiting independently a challenge. On this tour, reach the caves with ease—with round-trip transportation from your Corfu hotel included. With your guide to lead the way, you also take in top sites of interest including the peaceful village of Lakka, the soft-sand beaches of Paxos, and the island of Antipaxos.

Visitors can travel back in time on this guided walking tour that explores the architecture and historical significance of Corfu. Corfu’s Old Town is a UNESCO world heritage site, and as such is well worth exploring, reflecting the rich history and culture of Corfu itself.

You will be picked up at the dock or hotel and taken to Achilleion Palace, one of Corfu's top attractions. Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Princess Sissy, relaxed at the Palace during her holiday in Greece. See valuable art in this gorgeous palace. We continue our magical adventure through Corfu to Mouse Island, a hidden gem off the coast. Mouse Island is said to be Odysseus' petrified ship, immortalized by Poseidon for his love of waters. The whitewashed Vlacherna Monastery on the island's edge contrasts with the Ionian Sea's brilliant colors. Greek-Venetian-French-British architecture. On this intriguing private stroll, learn about the island's fascinating history and hear entertaining anecdotes of noble people. Spianada square, Liston, Campiello, the Palace of St. Michael and St. George, the Jewish area, and more. Corfu's largest Christian temple, St. Spyridon. This temple holds the local saint's body. Admire Greek-Venetian art and learn about the saint's fascinating tales!

On the island you can find more tours about the familly of british writers Gerald and Lawrence Durrell. It starts to be really popular after the TV show, but some of the tours are just about the life, some about the show. Some of the tours are longer, so expensive and here is coming one hour tour with nice cup of coffee or tea with answering all the questions. And coming one bonus stories of the animals from the show, such as story of donkey Eros.

Make the most of your time in Corfu by visiting Albania, just across the Straits of Corfu. Take a ferry to Saranda and enjoy free time to stroll, relax, and get to know this beach town. Alternatively, opt for a side trip to Butrint to see its UNESCO World Heritage–listed Greco-Roman ruins. Your tour includes return ferry tickets; hotel pickup and drop-off are optional.

Cruise along Corfu’s picturesque northeast coastline, passing seaside villages including Nissaki, Kalami, Kouloura, and Agios Stefanos. Spend time relaxing on the beach before enjoying a traditional Greek barbecue, then stop for a refreshing swim at Erimitis Beach on the return journey. The combination of coastal scenery, swimming, and authentic local food makes for a memorable day on the water.