Naxos Private Full Island All Day Tour

The temple of Demeter was built in 530-520 BC. The temple is estimated to have been built a century before the Parthenon and was dedicated to the god Apollo, the view of Demeter and her daughter Persephone. Dimitra was the goddess of agriculture and fertility for this and the temple was built in a fertile valley next to the village of Sangri!

Unique ceramics made with the special talent of the potter Manolis Libertas in the village of Damalas. A wonderful art that reached Manolis from grandfather to grandfather and its roots are lost in the late 19th century.

The workshop sells traditional kitchen utensils, such as wonderful hulls and many other decorative and useful items!

Halki is a village on the Tragaia plateau in central Naxos at an altitude of 270-280 meters. Halki is a small but unique village. It stands out for its architecture and the neoclassical mansions! There you can visit the citrus museum and try the varieties as well as buy this particular distillate!

You can also walk in the traditional alleys of the village and visit the traditional shops that are there!

Filoti is a semi-mountainous village of central Naxos located at the foot of Mount Zas at an altitude of about 400 meters and at a distance of about 18.2 km from Chora. It is the largest village of Naxos and one of the largest in the Cyclades. It is located at the foot of of the highest mountain 'ZAS' and consists of three settlements, Rachidi, Klefaros and Liouri.

The church of Panagia Filotitissa stands out, dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, a basilica built in 1718 on the site of an old Byzantine church. in livestock products, agriculture and tourism that is constantly developing. In Filoti you can visit many folklore museums, the church of Panagia, shops with tourist items, shops with traditional products as well as cafes and taverns with local meats and cheeses from free-range animals!

Apeiranthos is a village in mountainous Naxos. It is 28 km from the island's capital, built at an altitude of between 570 and 640 meters on the eastern foothills of Mount Fanari. The village has been characterized as a traditional settlement since 1978. [20]

The village is developed around two Towers of the 17th century, which once belonged to Frankish landowners. and the Museum of Fine Arts. In the Archaeological Museum there are mainly findings of the Cycladic era, ie of the 3rd millennium BC.

Nestled in the charming village of Eggares on the island of Naxos, the Eggares Olive Oil Museum offers visitors a fascinating journey into the history and cultural significance of olive oil production. Housed in a beautifully restored traditional olive press, this museum showcases the age-old techniques and tools used in olive oil extraction, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of past generations.

The museum features a rich collection of artifacts, including millstones, wooden presses, and traditional storage vessels, all set against a backdrop of informative exhibits. Visitors can explore the process of olive oil production, from harvesting the fruit to pressing and storing the golden liquid. Interactive displays and hands-on activities allow guests to engage directly with the history of this essential Mediterranean staple.

The Kouros of Apollonas, located near the picturesque village of Apollonas on the northern coast of Naxos, is a stunning example of ancient Greek sculpture and craftsmanship. This massive, unfinished marble statue, believed to represent the god Dionysus or Apollo, lies gracefully in its original quarry, offering a captivating glimpse into the island's rich artistic and cultural heritage.

Measuring over 10 meters in length and estimated to date back to the 6th century BCE, the Kouros is a testament to the advanced skills of Naxian artisans and the island's historical significance as a center for marble quarrying and sculpture. Visitors can marvel at the intricate details of the statue, including its partially carved features, and imagine the immense effort required to create such a monumental work using rudimentary tools.