Top Naxos Shore Excursions - page 2

Cook & eat like the locals! Everything tastes better in Naxos. It’s the soil, the sun, the microclimate, the farming love & patience, the respect to nature’s ways, everything contributes to taste. In this experience, we’ll use the farm’s produce to prepare a full mediterranean meal.

On your hike we will see the mountain fountains, the cave of Zas, which according to legend is the place where the young Zeus found refuge to avoid the vengeful wrath of Kronos. From the top of Zas we will enjoy the panoramic view that under good weather conditions encompasses the entire southern Aegean, from Crete to the Asia Minor coasts. We suggest 2 hiking options based on your personal experience. We have the easy and medium level options. In the easy option, the hike will start from the old church of Agia Marina and we will end up at the summit of Za. The duration of the route is approximately 3 hours. The 2nd and medium difficulty option starts from the fountain of Aries, we meet the Za cave and continue to the summit and then return to Agia Marina. The duration of the route is approximately 3 1/2 hours. The guide is a certified and local guide, and lives in Filoti which is located below the Za mountain. He has extensive experience of the area and historical knowledge.

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 a side of Naxos most tourists miss with this private home cooking class at a local family farm. Enjoy pickup at your hotel or another location on the island and join your host for a hands-on lesson preparing island specialties, including starters and mains. Then celebrate your new kitchen skills with a family-style dinner featuring the dishes you’ve created.

Embark on a guided hike through the enchanting area of Flerio, home to two ancient statues. After a short scenic drive from Naxos Town or another pick-up location, arrive in this fertile valley filled with sycamore trees, olive groves, and citrus orchards. Discover the Kouros of Farangi and the Kouros of Flerio—impressive ancient statues dating back to the 6th century BC. Continue your hike westward to explore the ruins of the 17th-century Jesuit Palace, nestled between Melanes and Potamia. Wander through the charming villages of Potamia, known for their lush, tropical-like landscape, serene creek, and verdant orchards. Along the way, visit Koko’s Tower, a fascinating Venetian structure hidden among the greenery. Conclude your hike through peaceful olive groves, returning with lasting impressions of history, nature, and local charm.

Olive Oil, Wine & Artisan Cheese. Savour the rich agricultural heritage of Naxos with this unforgettable experience through the island’s best flavors. The journey begins with a visit to the village of Kaloxylos and its olive press which dates back to 1880, where you will have the pleasure of tasting a fine selection of olive oils. Next, you will visit a local shepherd, where you will learn about the craftsmanship and savor various artisanal cheeses before unwinding at a family run winery, where you’ll tour the vineyards, discover the island’s winemaking history, and enjoy a curated tasting of local wines. This tour brings together the finest of Naxos’s flavors, perfect for food and wine enthusiasts seeking a true taste of the island.