Top Naxos Archaeology Tours

Our company will take you on a tour of the most popular parts of the island and within a few hours you will have gotten to know our beautiful island! Our drivers and guides are locals and know every corner of the island as well as its great history! In this tour we will visit the temple of Dimitra which was built in 530 BC an old pottery in the village of Damala which still makes traditional pottery and then we will visit the three most beautiful and famous villages of Naxos! Halki which was the old center of Naxos, Filoti which is the largest village and Apeiranthos the traditional village made of stone and marble! **The Temple of Demeter is closed every Tuesday. You will visit the olive press in Kaloxilo to learn about traditional olive oil production methods and taste local olive oils.

Our company will take you on a tour of the most popular parts of the island and within a few hours you will have gotten to know our beautiful island! Our drivers and guides are locals and know every corner of the island as well as its great history! In this tour we will visit the temple of Dimitra which was built in 530 BC, Halki which was the old center of Naxos and Filoti which is the largest village of Naxos! ** The Temple of Demeter is closed every Tuesday. You will visit the olive press in Kaloxilo to learn about traditional olive oil production methods and taste local olive oils.

Delos, the island where ancient Greeks believe Apollo was born, is a 2-hour journey from Naxos by two separate public ferries. This convenient boat service, tailored to travelers, gets you there in much less than an hour, with three hours to explore before you hop to neighboring Mykonos. Enjoy half a day there, enough time to shop, stroll and eat: all activities, including entrance to Delos, are at your expense.

Experience the top attractions on Naxos with this guided bus excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the island from an informative multilingual guide and check out sites like the ancient Temple of Demeter, the Archaeological Museum of Apiranthos, a historic, operational olive mill, a century-old distillery, and one of the oldest Orthodox churches in the region.

Maximize time in Naxos with a private tour built to match your interests. Get picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and set out to explore the island. Choose a tour length that suits your schedule and visit traditional villages, archaeological sites, and more without the hassle of driving. See top landmarks such as the Temple of Demeter and the Archaeological Museum of Apiranthos during the tour.

Leave Naxos for a lazy day at sea, cruising by contemporary catamaran. With the boat work, navigation, and lunch prep left to the crew, your time is your own to enjoy as you wish. Soak up the sun on deck with complimentary drinks, cruise to secluded coves that would be tricky to access alone, and enjoy dips in the Aegean Sea to dive safely and snorkel beneath the waves.

Learn all about Naxian life through the centuries from your licensed tour guide, and see how it relates to current lifestyles. This tour gives you a local perspective, which you couldn’t get from a guidebook. You can go at your own pace, too, since you won’t be sharing this tour with a large tour group. Along the way you’ll check out Naxos Old Town, the Venetian Castle, and Apollo Temple.

This holistic experience blends storytelling, art, and taste, inviting you to journey through Naxos’ legacy via monuments, craftsmanship, and premium local products. Begin at Apollo’s Great Gate, Portara, above the blue Aegean, a symbol of the island’s ancient past. With an expert guide, explore the myths and moments shaping its heritage, then walk the Venetian Castle district of narrow alleys and noble walls. Pause for Naxian wine and local delicacies in an 800-year-old cellar and art gallery, enriching insight into Cycladic and Classical civilizations. Continue to the Archaeological Museum and conclude at a panoramic castle viewpoint for a breathtaking finale.

Naxos’ ancient sites are scattered across the island, and visiting them without context can mean missing the stories that bring them to life. This guided tour makes it easy to connect the dots, with round-trip transfers from select Naxos addresses included. Explore landmarks linked to gods such as Apollo, Dionysus, and Demeter, and see the monumental Melanes Kouros, as a local guide explains the myths, history, and cultural legacy behind each stop.

Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades group and is rife with history, culture, natural landscapes, and small villages. Take a full-day tour of the island to discover all it has to offer. Step back in time when you visit ancient ruins, stroll through quaint villages, take time to visit a museum (optional), and swim in the crystal clear waters at a local beach.

Experience Naxos’ top destinations on this bus excursion with a knowledgeable tour escort. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about and visit sights like the Temple of Demeter, the island’s old capital, Halki, the marble village of Apeiranthos, and the ancient kouros statue in Apollonas. Entrance fees are not included, and your tour leader is not licensed to guide at the temple; upgrade to book a fully customizable private tour.

Ανακαλύψτε τη Νάξο, το μεγαλύτερο νησί των Κυκλάδων, κατά τη διάρκεια αυτής της εκδρομής μισής ημέρας. Μαζί με έναν ιδιωτικό οδηγό, ανακαλύψτε τα κορυφαία αξιοθέατα του νησιού, όπως τον αρχαίο ναό της Δήμητρας, το Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Απειράνθου και ένα παραδοσιακό εργαστήριο αγγειοπλαστικής. Μπορείτε επίσης να κάνετε στάση σε ένα ιστορικό αποστακτήριο για να μάθετε πώς παράγεται το διάσημο λικέρ κίτρο.

Avoid the challenge of piecing together scattered rural highlights on your own and experience authentic Naxos in a single, streamlined half-day tour. With hotel pickup included, travel effortlessly between cultural stops— wandering villages Chalki and Filoti and sampling locally produced olive oil and spirits, honey, and marmalades. It’s an easy way to connect history, craftsmanship, and village life without the logistics.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this tour covers the best of Naxos in a full day of sightseeing. Highlights include stopping at the Temple of Demeter (entrance fee not included), touring a traditional olive press in Damalas, swimming in the fishing village of Apollonas, and visiting the Panagia Drossiani Monastery, one of the oldest Byzantine churches in the Balkans with notable frescoes and architecture.

Discover the captivating blend of history, mythology, and stunning beauty on this immersive walking tour of Naxos Town, perfect for an introduction to the island. Guided by a Professional Certified Guide and skilled storyteller, delve into the legends of gods, heroes, and ancient civilizations as you stroll through the charming streets of the Coast and Old Town. Each corner offers picturesque settings and stories that bring Naxos’ rich heritage to life. Explore remnants of ancient Greece, medieval fortresses, the legacy of ruling Dukes and conclude with a spectacular sunset at the iconic ‘Portara,’ -the ancient gateway honoring Apollo. This tour is ideal for history lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking to connect with the soul of Naxos.

Discover the ancient and cultural wonders of Naxos on a private half-day sightseeing ride with hotel pickup by a professional English-speaking driver. This customizable tour takes you through the island’s most iconic historical landmarks. Begin in Naxos Chora, where you’ll visit the iconic Portara and stroll through Venetian-era streets. Continue to the Temple of Iria, a sanctuary dedicated to Dionysus, and the beautifully restored Temple of Dimitra, showcasing early classical architecture. Explore the Filoti Cultural Art Museum to learn about Naxian crafts and traditions. In Apiranthos, visit the Ancient Museum filled with rare artifacts, then head to the north to see the colossal Kouros of Apollonas, an unfinished 10-meter marble statue. With breathtaking landscapes and deep history, this ride is a perfect way to experience the heart of Naxos.

Begin your adventure with our friendly facilitator, who will unveil your mission and provide you with all the necessary digital materials for the hunt. During your treasure hunt, you will solve smartphone riddles, earn gems, and discover the Venetian and ancient monuments in the citadel of Naxos. Along the way, our facilitator will guide you to secret corners like picturesque alleys with adorable cats. Complete your journey at the Temple of Poseidon and reward yourself with one of the most beautiful sunsets in Greece. Are you gonna be able to fulfill your mission?