Naxos Yesterday & Today Island Tour

Discover the essence of Naxos in just a few hours with this immersive half-day private tour, designed to showcase the island’s deep traditions, culture, and natural beauty.

Your journey begins from your hotel, heading first to the charming village of Damalas. Here, you’ll visit a traditional pottery workshop, where a local ceramist demonstrates the ancient craft of shaping clay into beautiful works of art. Nearby, the village’s restored olive press offers a window into the age-old process of olive oil production, revealing a way of life now long gone.

Continuing through the island’s heartland, you arrive at Halki, known for its elegant neoclassical architecture and fertile surroundings. At the historic Vallindras Distillery, birthplace of the iconic Kitron liqueur, you’ll learn how this unique spirit is made and enjoy a tasting of one of Greece’s few PDO-certified liqueurs.

The tour then takes you to the Panagia Drosiani, one of the oldest Paleochristian churches in the Balkans, featuring architectural elements dating back to the 4th–6th century.

Next, you explore Apiranthos, a stunning mountain village famed for its marble-paved streets, strong cultural identity, and breathtaking views—an unforgettable highlight for many visitors.

Your final stop is the serene area of Flerio, once an important ancient marble quarry. Here you’ll encounter the imposing 6.4-meter Kouros statue from the 7th century BC, lying exactly where it was carved and offering a powerful reminder of Naxos’ rich archaeological heritage.

This tour is the perfect snapshot of Naxos—its past, present, traditions, and landscapes—wrapped into an inspiring half-day experience.