Easy Corfu Private Tour: Corfu Town & Surroundings Easy Corfu Private Tour: Half Day Tour
ID: GYG484690-888357
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
This private tour is a must-do for those who want to see the highlights. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Mouse Island, explore the Mon Repos and discover the UNESCO World Heritage of Corfu Town!
Mouse Island
Following a pickup from your cruise ship or your Corfu hotel, your tour kicks off with a visit to Kanoni - rich in nature, history and culture and once the capital and heart of Corfu! Here, you will have the chance to enjoy sweeping views of perhaps the most photographed spot of Corfu: the quaint, whitewashed church of Vlacherna and the tiny Mouse Island! Legend has it that this little island is the petrified ship that had taken Odysseus back to Ithaca, his home port. Take out your camera and capture the spectacular views and if you are lucky, watch planes landing and taking off right over your head since Kanoni is located just next to Corfu Airport!
Mon Repos Palace
Get back to your air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the short drive to your next stop; the Mon Repos estate, which was the site of Corfu's ancient city, the Palaeopolis! Enjoy a walk under the shade of the tall trees and witness ruins from ancient times that have been excavated and can be now seen on the grounds. Opt to visit the Mon Repos Palace, once home of the Greek Royal Family and now operating as a museum housing many of the ancient artifacts that have been discovered in the area. A perhaps lesser-known fact is that Prince Phillip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth of the UK, was born in this Palace in 1921!
Corfu Town
The last stop on this tour is the enchanting Corfu Town, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007! Take a stroll through its quaint cobblestone streets - "Kantounia" in Corfiot dialect - and discover its most important landmarks such as the Old Fortress, the Palace of St. Michael and St. George and the Town Hall! Walk along the famous Liston promenade, where access was once restricted to nobility, discover hidden gems in the numerous souvenir shops and pause to enjoy a coffee or sample the delectable local cuisine in one of the welcoming cafés and restaurants! At the end of your easy tour, meet your driver and enjoy a comfortable drive back to your hotel or your cruise ship in good time for your departure!
Highlights
- Explore Corfu Town and its surroundings at your own pace on this easy tour
- This tour is a must-do for those who are short on time
- Enjoy plenty of free time to explore the areas without rushing
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.