Saranda: Corfu Town and Palaiokastritsa Day Trip with Cruise Meeting Point
ID: GYG416895-756118
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Cruise boat to the picturesque island of Corfu to explore Corfu's old town and the village of Palaiokastritsa on a day tour from Saranda. Stroll through Corfu's largest square, Spianada.
After departing from the port of Saranda, we travel along the Albanian coast until we approach the Port of Corfu. The day begins with a visit to the Old Town of Corfu- one of Greece's most attractive old towns, where you can feel the influence of the great civilizations remains keenly felt. Enjoy a guided tour around the Old Town centre, including Corfu's biggest square, Spianada (known as 'Liston'), Saint Spiridon's church (Spiridon is the island's patron saint) houses the relics of Saint Spyridon, the Royal Palace, which houses the Museum of Asian Art, and both New and Old Fortresses. You will also have time to stroll around the narrow streets and exploring the souvenir shops.
The next stop is the picturesque village of Palaiokastritsa. The name means old fortress and referred to the castle that once stood on top of the hill which is now the Monastery of the Virgin Mary. A Byzantine Monastery dating back to 1228, and houses a collection of rare icons, books, and other holy relics. Enjoy the plethora of local tavernas, bars and hotles all offering beautiful views across the blue bay and harbour. From here you can hire a boat (optional) to explore the nearby caves and enjoy the crystal clear waters or to reach some of the islands more isolated beaches and relax in paradise. Considered to be one of the best beaches of Corfu, Paleokastritsa Beach is unquestionably the most photographed. With its beautiful harbour and clear waters set against a dramatic backdrop of cliffs covered in olive and cypress trees, you will certainly understand why.
When the time comes to board the ship and head back, we hope that Corfu will have won a place in your heart!
Highlights
- Famous Liston: Coffee shops and restaurants
- The Royal Palace: Museum of Asian Art
- Paleo's Clear blue waters
- Monastery of the Virgin Mary with museum
- Boat trips to explore the nearby beaches and caves
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
There is a central meeting point and pickup time for each area of Saranda. The duration (20'-60' minutes) of the coach transfer depends on your location
If you chose pickup, you will be informed via e-mail of your pickup time and location. Please check both your inbox and your spam box
Parking is available at the port in Saranda
Citizens of a non-European country with visa requirements in the Schengen zone will need a valid passport and residence permit or visa of the country belonging to a Schengen zone
Children under the age of 18 will not be accepted on board without being accompanied by 2 parents or an adult. For those accompanied by 1 parent only, the other parent must sign a written authorization
The meeting point will be to the head office of IONIAN SEAWAYS situated 50m before the entrance of Saranda's Port.
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.
