Corfu: Achilleion Palace, Palaiokastritsa, and Old Town Tour

1 Reviews
Day Trips From Shore Excursions Landmarks & monuments Culture & history Tours Day trips Guided tours Castle & palace tours Private tours Island tours Sightseeing

Spend the day exploring the island of Corfu as you visit Achilleion Palace, Palaiokastritsa, and the Old Town. With an expert guide, discover the wonders of Corfu, retrace the steps of history, learn about the island, and marvel at breathtaking views.

Highlights

  • Visit the beautiful Achilleion Palace and admire the stunning architecture
  • Sail around the region of Palaiokastritsa and swim in the crystal clear waters
  • Explore the famous blue caves of Palaiokastritsa and marvel at breathtaking views of the coast
  • Wander through the historical streets of the island's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Center

Description

Make the most of your trip to Corfu and visit 3 of the island’s highlights in just 1 day. Your action-packed day begins with pickup from your hotel then heads to the first stop of the tour, Achilleion Palace. Famous for its statues and paintings, the palace holds great historical significance for the island. Learn about the palace’s rich history and influence on the evolution of Corfu as you wander through its stunning rooms and gardens, admiring the architecture throughout. After the palace, head towards the stunning region of Palaiokastritsa, which is steeped in local mythological history. Board a traditional style boat then head out onto the crystal clear waters for unrivaled views of the island and its surrounding coastline. Visit a selection of secret and isolated beaches as well as the island’s famous blue caves and coves. Cool off from the hot Mediterranean weather with a refreshing dip in the sea, or climb up a nearby hill to reach one of the oldest monasteries in Greece, which is a popular hotspot for tourists thanks to its breathtaking and panoramic views. Last but certainly not least is a tour of Corfu’s Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Center. Learn about and visit the imposing fortresses that protect the town, and marvel at the many protected monuments and buildings. Take a stroll to the largest square in the Balkans, then wander through the narrow streets of the town as you soak up the authentic atmosphere and experience life like a local.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Directions

Gallery

Check availability

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Albania.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Albania is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

No results found

{[{item.label}]}

Events in Albania

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Albania