If you have very little time at your disposal but wish to taste some of Corfu Island's famous beauty this 4 hour excursion is for you. Breathtaking views over the island's east coast from the equally enchanting Achilleion Palace built by the Empress of Austria, "Princess Sissy", and a boat trip ride off the dramatic western coast make this BEST OF CORFU excursion not to be missed
Paleokastritsa is located on the northwest coast of Corfu. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful villages of Corfu. It consists of six different small coasts and rocky beaches with crystal blue sea water. From almost each coast small boats can take you on a boat trip to the caves that can be found along its coastline to admire the crystal water and the beauty of the nature.
There are two most known and important caves that you will be visiting. The first one is called Nausika Cave, named after the daughter of the King of the Pheaceans. It is said that she found Odysseus here and nursed him back to health. The second is called Blue Eye due to a patch of incredibly blue water which resembles an eye.
Above the main coast on a hillside full of wild trees and olive trees facing the deep blue sea stand the Monastery of Theotokos. The Monastery was built around 12th century and inside in one of the cells a museum has been founded with Byzantine and post Byzantine icons. In the main courtyard of the monastery there is also an old well where you can throw a coin and make a wish which with the blessings of Virgin Mary Theotokos is said to come true.
The excursion will end outside the main entrance of the Port, exactly where your Best of Corfu tour started having experienced Corfu Island's unique beauty for yourself.
✓ All tours are tailored made and this is why we cannot show prices on our excursions. You decide the tour, number of people on the coach, how many hours you would like your tour to be and if you would like a profesional guide. Please send us an e’mail with your tour request and we will give you our best price.
✓ Spiros, the driver is English speaking
✓ All our tours are private tours
✓ You can always ask for a professional guide at extra charge