Corfu Island: Old Town and Achilleion Palace Coach Tour Corfu Island: Old Town & Achilleion Palace Tour - 8 Hours
ID: GYG165137-O-248969
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore many wonderful sights on Corfu island, also known as Kerkyra, on a 6-hour coach tour. Visit the magnificent Achilleion Palace built in 1890 for the Empress of Austria. Stroll through the stunning gardens with spectacular views of the Ionian Sea.
Depart from the port on a coach and set off to discover the lush Corfiot Italian countryside. Corfu or Kerkyra is the most verdant of all the Greek Islands which will at once become apparent as you are driven through orange, lemon, cypress, and olive groves, interspersed with vineyards and fields carpeted with beautiful wildflowers.
After approximately 20 minutes of driving, reach the old traditional village of Gastouri and enter the Achilleion Palace, built by Empress Elisabeth “Sissy” of Austria in 1891, and later owned by Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany. Explore the rooms in the Palace and the beautiful gardens offering a spectacular view over the Ionian Sea. Stroll through the gardens which are full of exotic trees and flowers and are adorned with classical statues relating to Greek Ancient History and Mythology.
At the end of the tour, return to your hotel or the port.
Highlights
- Discover the lush Corfiot Italian contryside
- Explore the majestic Achilleion Palace
- Enjoy the spectacular views over the Ionian Sea
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Your accommodation in Corfu or Corfu Port Terminal
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
