Experience Naxos Private Guided Tour: Kaloxylos – Filoti – Local Shepherd’s Hut

Filoti Area

Duration: 5 hours

Departure: Anytime between 09.00 and 16.00
Runs: Daily
Guided in English

Price

Group of 2 people: 275€/person
Group of 3 people: 230€/person
Group of 4 people: 185€/person
Group of 5 people: 170€/person
Group of 6 people: 155€/person

The Experience

Book this tour and discover the hidden beauty of authentic Naxos beyond tourism. Explore quiet villages, taste local products and meet warm-hearted, hospitable people.

You will be picked up from your hotel and drive directly to your first destination, Kaloxylos, a serene village of 50 inhabitants. Here you will visit a historical building that houses the island’s first electric company and its first ever electric oil-press. You will have a sample tasting of extra virgin olive oil followed by exploring the nostalgic alleys of the village.

Your next stop will be the year-round lively village of Filoti . You will visit its central church, walk by the Venetian Tower of Barozzi and stroll through the picturesque neighborhood of Fasolas, where you will visit century-old shops of a grocer, a barber, a tailor, a smith and a carpenter. Throughout the visit, you will hear stories about past and modern local life.

To end your tour, you are invited to a “mitato” (a local shepherd’s hut). Go on a guided tour around the farm, where you’ll view and taste the farm’s produce off from the trees. You’ll learn how wine and honey is traditionally made, since before modern technology kicked in. You’ll also get to pet & feed the farm animals . After a short visit to the “museum” where all the traditional tools and items are kept, you’ll be rewarded with a full mediterranean brunch, with the farm’s produce.

A unique opportunity to get an insider’s look at the daily life of the locals!

Highlights:
Visit Naxos first ever electric oil-press and have a sample tasting of extra virgin olive.
Get an insider’s look in the past and contemporary local life of Filoti
Meet locals and get acquainted to the world famous Greek hospitality
Savor an authentic Greek brunch at a shepherd hut and interact with farm animals

Useful information:

This is a private tour. You can choose your preferred time of departure between 09.00 and 16.00.
The shepherd’s hut you will visit is an actual house to the owners rather than just a business establishment. Enjoy this unique experience and try not to be too demanding with alternative dietary options (vegan, lactose free) because they will be very limited.
The tour is easy and appropriate for pregnant women but it is always recommended that they don’t taste the fresh cheese.
Pick up/ drop-off is provided in the areas of Naxos Town, Stelida, Ag. Prokopios, Ag. Anna and Plaka Beach. It is also available from other locations with an extra charge.
The tour is ideal for families and suitable for all ages

Private luxury Mercedes mini bus Rental with a Driver – 8 Hours

Air-conditioned Mercedes Mini Bus for 8 hours (anytime between 07.00-20.00)

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THE TOUR:

Make the most of your time in Naxos and rent a private air-conditioned mini bus with a professional English-speaking driver.
Experience the island according to your own interests and benefit from pick-up at the place of your choice.
Choose from multiple activities, such as taking in the views from lookout points, visit wineries and farms or relax in one of the amazing hidden beaches.
Take your time to explore the island’s nature and admire unique sights as Demeter’s Temple, Kouros and Kori statues, Venetian Towers and Byzantine chapels.
Visit places that you can only reach privately and taste delicious local dishes in small non-commercial taverns.
Benefit from insights and ideas about activities you can try on your own.

CONDITIONS:

If your pick up is Naxos Port, you need to provide your boat arrival details upon booking.
Refunds will not be issued if the tour is missed due to late or non-arrival of your boat
The driver will deny driving through dirt roads in bad condition and places that could be a risk to the passengers’ safety or cause damage to the vehicle.
Any extra time of holding the vehicle on disposal further to the initial booking, is charged with 50€ / hour and is paid directly to the driver in cash.

Naxian Farm Experience with hands on Cheese Making activity

Agiassos Area

Duration: 3,5 hours

Price

€150.00 Per guest (2-4 guests)
€135.00 Per guest (5-8 guests)
€120.00 Per guest (9-16 guests)
€80.00 Per child (5 – 11 years old)
€0.00 Per infant (0-4 years old )
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The Experience

Step into the authentic heart of Naxos and discover the island’s rich farming heritage, shaped by thousands of years of tradition. This immersive experience invites you on a guided tour of a working farm, where you’ll stroll through lush surroundings, taste fresh produce straight from the trees, and connect with the rhythms of rural life.

Learn the time-honored methods of wine and honey production, passed down through generations long before modern techniques. Meet the friendly farm animals, pet and feed them for a truly hands on experience and visit the charming shepherd’s house, home to a fascinating collection of traditional tools and artifacts.

Your visit culminates in a delicious, farm to table Mediterranean brunch, featuring seasonal ingredients harvested right on-site.

Then, roll up your sleeves and dive deeper into local culture with an authentic cheese-making session. Naxos is renowned for its exceptional cheeses, still crafted with care using traditional methods. Join the process, learn the secrets behind these beloved flavors, and enjoy tasting the results of your own creation.

On your return journey, enjoy a final cultural highlight with a stop in the charming village of Damalas, where you’ll visit a traditional, fourth-generation pottery workshop. Meet the artisans behind this long-standing craft, watch a live demonstration on the potter’s wheel, and gain insight into techniques preserved through time. This is the perfect opportunity to take home a truly authentic Naxian souvenir, handcrafted with care and directly from its creators.

A truly unforgettable journey into the tastes, traditions, and timeless spirit of Naxos

Perfect for families, couples, and anyone looking to create meaningful memories in Naxos.

Please note that the farm is not a commercial business but the private home of the owners. When making your booking, kindly indicate your preferred time for the activity between 11:00 and 16:30. After booking, please monitor your email (including your spam folder) in case the operator needs to contact you regarding alternative visiting times.

Private luxury Mercedes mini bus Rental with a Driver – 4 Hours

Air-conditioned Mercedes Mini Bus for 4 hours (anytime between 07.00-20.00)

‍

THE TOUR:

Make the most of your time in Naxos and rent a private air-conditioned mini bus with a professional English-speaking driver.
Experience the island according to your own interests and benefit from pick-up at the place of your choice.
Choose from multiple activities, such as taking in the views from lookout points, visit wineries and farms or relax in one of the amazing hidden beaches.
Take your time to explore the island’s nature and admire unique sights as Demeter’s Temple, Kouros and Kori statues, Venetian Towers and Byzantine chapels.
Visit places that you can only reach privately and taste delicious local dishes in small non-commercial taverns.
Benefit from insights and ideas about activities you can try on your own.

CONDITIONS:

If your pick up is Naxos Port, you need to provide your boat arrival details upon booking.
Refunds will not be issued if the tour is missed due to late or non-arrival of your boat
The driver will deny driving through dirt roads in bad condition and places that could be a risk to the passengers’ safety or cause damage to the vehicle.
Any extra time of holding the vehicle on disposal further to the initial booking, is charged with 50€ / hour and is paid directly to the driver in cash.

Recommended 4-hour itineraries:

1. Sightseeing & Monuments

  • Temple of Demeter (entrance fee €5 per person, payable on site in cash)
  • Chalki Village, including a visit to the island’s oldest distillery and a tasting of the traditional liqueur “Kitron” (entrance fee €3 per person, payable on site in cash)
  • Panagia Drosiani Monastery (one of the oldest Byzantine monasteries in the Balkans, featuring rare frescoes)
  • Kouros Statue at Flerio
  • Eggares Olive Press Museum with olive oil tasting and local delicacies (entrance fee €10 per person, payable on site in cash)

Please note: this is a fast-paced itinerary with short stops, designed to cover as much as possible within 4 hours.

2. Popular Villages Experience – Chalki and Apeiranthos

  • Apiranthos is one of Naxos’ most famous and picturesque mountain villages. Due to travel time (approximately 1.5 hours round trip), it is best combined with Chalki and/or Filoti for a well-balanced experience.

3. Culture & Local Heritage

  • Temple of Demeter
  • Damalas Pottery Workshop
  • Chalki Village
  • Ergostasio Olive Mill at Kaloxylos (10€ per person for the on site guidance and olive products tasting)

The Temple of Demeter is one of the island’s most important ancient monuments and a true must-see. At the Damalas pottery workshop, visitors can purchase handmade souvenirs and enjoy an English-language demonstration of traditional pottery techniques. Chalki offers charming streets and the island’s oldest distillery, located in the heart of the village. Finally, Ergostasio Olive Mill provides an insightful guided tour in English, along with the opportunity to taste and purchase high-quality olive products.