General Information
- Duration: + / 5 hours
- Suggested start time: 9:30am or 3:00pm
- Group Size: Max 7 participants
Extra notes
- Practicalities: Please note that the Temple of Demeter* is closed on Tuesdays. The afternoon version does not include a visit to the Temple of Demeter as the Temple closes at 3pm. The visit is substituted to a pottery workshop in Damalas.
- Included: Round Trip Vehicle Transfers, English Speaking Escort, all entry fees, all taxes and fees.
- Note: The tour may also be offered privately. Please e-mail us for availability and pricing.
Description
Far from the sandy beaches and modern Greek life, Naxos mainland stands untouched by time. Serene green valleys, picturesque villages, and the warm hospitality of the locals make Naxos one of Greece’s best-kept secrets. Step back in time at a 16th-century olive press in the village of Damalas, where tradition and craftsmanship endure. Explore the charming village of Halki which used to be the trade and cultural center of the island 60 years ago. See what life was like in the late 19th and early 20th century at the old market of Fasolas, an old neighborhood with meticulously restored shops from the past two centuries in the village of Filoti. The tour continues with a visit to the mountain village of Apeiranthos whose residents take pride in referring to it as the most traditional village of Naxos. Finally, you will get to visit the archaic temple of Demeter*, goddess of agriculture, harvest and fertility, which was built a hundred years prior to the Parthenon (6th century B.C.)
Temple of Demeter
