Explore Naxos: Private Cultural Tour with Tastings of Kitron and Olive Oil
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion with short walks and standing periods
Overview
Discover the authentic spirit of Naxos on a private 5-hour tour featuring ancient temples, traditional pottery, and tastings of iconic Kitron liqueur and local olive oil. A perfect cultural escape for food lovers and history buffs alike.
Naxos Private Highlights Tour with Tastings
5 hours • All ages • Local Experience!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 5-hour private tour of Naxos, guided by a local expert. Explore ancient temples, visit a traditional pottery workshop, and savor Kitron liqueur at a distillery. Conclude with a delightful olive oil tasting at the Olive Press Museum, immersing yourself in the island's rich culture and history.
Join this Naxos highlights private tour, you will get to know the island with the company of our expert local tour guide and experience Naxos like a local!
Duration
5 hours
Tour Highlights
Visit locations off the beaten track and dive into the island's vast history, local tradition, and food culture! This half-day tour is the ideal experience for those who want to explore Naxos while combining its awe-inspiring ancient heritage with its modern-day local tradition and culture.
- Set on a private, 5-hour tour around the island with one of our modern, comfortable vehicles.
- Enjoy your tour with one of our fun and expert local guides.
- Admire the magnificent ancient temple of Demeter & visit a local pottery workshop.
- Discover fresh flavor of Kitron liqueur and get to know how it is made in a traditional distillery.
- Finish your day with local olive oil tasting at the Olive Press Museum in Eggares.
What you can expect? Our tour starts with the visit of the ancient temple of Demeter and Apollo, one of the most important ancient sites not just for the cult of those ancient gods but also for the evolution of architecture, as it hosts some of the earliest examples of the Ionic order! Listen to stories of Demeter, the goddess of grain, agriculture, and harvest, and get to know about her occult rituals.
Continue your day with a stopover at Damalas village and visit a traditional ceramic workshop. Learn about the uninterrupted pottery tradition of Naxos and don’t miss the chance to take the most original Greek souvenir back home!
Experience the island's tradition in liqueur production of kitron and check from up close the procedure in a still-operating distillery at the beautiful village of Halki with its magnificent neoclassical atmosphere! Enjoy a wonderful walk and lunch at Apeiranthos, the “marble village”, and experience the mountainous region of Naxos.
End your tour at the Museum of Olive Press in Eggares and taste some of the extra virgin olive oil produced on the island!
Inclusions
- Services of an excellent local guide
- All private transfers with a comfortable A/C vehicle
- Kitron liqueur tasting & olive oil tasting in a traditional village
- Pottery workshop
- All taxes and VAT
Exclusions
- Personal expenses, lunch/dinner
What to Bring
Prepare yourself for an exciting experience & bring along your camera so you can capture the best moments of the activity.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for mixed terrain
Expect walking on uneven surfaces, including temple ruins and workshop floors.
Bring a reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour, especially in warm weather.
Dress for the season with sun protection
Summer months require hats and sunscreen to beat the Greek sun.
Notify in advance for dietary restrictions
The tasting sessions can accommodate most allergies if informed beforehand.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean monk seals
- Eurasian hoopoes
History
Naxos has been inhabited since the Neolithic period and was an important cultural center in ancient Greece, with the Temple of Demeter dating back to the 6th century BCE.
Conservation
Local initiatives actively promote sustainable agriculture and traditional olive groves to preserve Naxos’s landscape and biodiversity.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
To explore temple ruins and workshop areas safely.
Sunscreen
Protect skin during outdoor portions under the strong Greek sun.
summer specific
Sun hat or cap
Extra sun protection while touring outdoor sites.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Helps keep you hydrated throughout the tour.
all specific