5-day
Specific Tour
Unlimited
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Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades and stands out for its authenticity, with mountain villages, fertile valleys and endless sandy beaches. It is one of the few Cycladic destinations that stays alive beyond tourism, thanks to a strong farming tradition. It suits couples and families looking to relax without excess.
The island is linked to the myth of Dionysus and Ariadne, whom Theseus abandoned on its shores. It was a major centre of Cycladic civilisation and an important producer of marble and emery. After the Fourth Crusade it became the seat of the Duchy of the Archipelago, leaving behind towers and the Venetian Castle in Chora.
The Portara, the monumental marble gateway of the temple of Apollo, dominates the harbour entrance and offers the finest sunset on the island. In Chora it is worth wandering the lanes of the Venetian Castle, while inland the highlights are mountainous Apiranthos with its marble-paved streets and Chalki with its old mansions. The Kouros statues at Flerio and Apollonas, along with the beaches of Plaka, Agia Anna and Agios Prokopios, complete the picture.
Naxos is famous for its dairy products, above all Naxos graviera cheese and xinomizithra. Try the local potatoes, Naxos beef and traditional rozeto, while the island gardens produce excellent vegetables. Kitron of Naxos, the aromatic liqueur made from citron leaves, is the island’s most distinctive product.
Chora has the liveliest scene, with bars along the waterfront and music venues in the back lanes. Agia Anna and Plaka have beach bars with a relaxed atmosphere and beautiful sunsets. In the mountain villages evenings are more traditional, often with live music at summer festivals.
Currency: Euro· Time: Greek local time· Access: by ferry from Piraeus or Rafina on conventional or high-speed vessels, or by domestic flight from Athens to Naxos airport (JNX). A rental car is strongly recommended for exploring the mountainous interior.
The trip runs for 5 days and starts from €315 per person, departing from Athens. You pick the dates — there is no fixed departure.
The price includes: ferry tickets or domestic flights, accommodation in selected lodgings with breakfast, car rental for the entire duration of the trip, suggested sightseeing programme for the island, support from our office throughout your trip.
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Optional tours, tickets and activities you can book for your days there. We arrange the trip — these you choose yourself.
Activities, experiences and local guides — book ahead and keep your days free of queues.
These activities are provided and sold by our partners. You complete the booking on their page, at exactly the same price.
This is a made-to-order trip, so you choose the dates. We are happy to advise on the best season for this destination and on how the weather, prices and crowds change through the year — just tell us roughly when you are thinking of travelling.
The main inclusions are:
The full list of what is and is not included appears in the "Included / Excluded" section on this page.
For domestic travel you need a valid police ID card or passport in order to board the ferry or the flight. Bring your AMKA or European Health Insurance Card, and a valid driving licence plus a credit card in the driver's name if a car or scooter is included. Minors must carry their own travel document. Entry rules change, so please confirm the current requirements with our office before you book.
The local currency is Euro. Cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels, but it is worth carrying some cash for small shops, markets and tips. Tell your bank you are travelling so your card is not blocked.
Changes and cancellations follow the terms of the airlines, hotels and suppliers booked for you, so the cost depends on how close to departure you are and on the fare rules of each booking. Tell us as early as possible and we will look for the least costly option. The general terms of participation apply to every booking.
Travel insurance is not included in the price unless the "Included" list on this page says otherwise. We strongly recommend it, especially for trips outside the EU, so that medical care, cancellation and lost luggage are covered. We can arrange a policy for you — just ask when you book.
Yes — this is an individual trip, not a group departure. There is no fixed itinerary and no coach schedule: you travel on your own, at your own pace. We can change the number of nights, the class of hotel, add or drop destinations and arrange transfers, car hire or private guides.
Send us a request through the form on this page, call us, or drop by the office. We will come back with availability and a written quotation before anything is charged. The trip as shown runs for 5 days.
