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Guided Corfu Shore Excursion: Paleokastritsa & Old Town Tour

By Shore Excursions Company
Free cancellation available
Price is €109 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Designed especially for cruise travellers, this tour includes easy pickup and drop-off at the port. Discover Corfu’s top attractions, relax on a beautiful beach, or enjoy a scenic boat trip along the coast.

Your first stop is Paleokastritsa, famous for its turquoise waters and dramatic cliffs. You may join a 45-minute wooden boat tour (sea cave access depends on weather and cave conditions) or enjoy free time at the beach.

Next, visit the 13th-century Monastery of Paleokastritsa, perched on a hill with stunning views. Please note that if vehicle access is limited, reaching the monastery may require a short uphill walk of about 15 minutes.

The tour then continues to Corfu Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a guided walk through its charming streets, followed by around one hour of free time to shop, explore, or sample Greek cuisine.

At the end of the excursion, you’ll return to your cruise ship with time to spare and unforgettable memories of Corfu.

Activity location

  • Corfu Cruise Port Terminal
    • International Terminal
    • 491 00, Kerkira, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Corfu Cruise Port Terminal
    • International Terminal
    • 491 00, Kerkira, Greece

Check availability

Private 4.5h Tour with Driver

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Tour with a Driver: This is a 4.5-hour tour with an English-speaking driver. A guide is NOT included.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: The duration of this private tour with an English-speaking driver is 4.5 hours.
Flexible itinerary: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to your preferences.
Private Car & Driver: This private tour option offers a private vehicle and English-speaking driver who will take you to chosen destinations.

Language options: English
Price details
€459.00 x 1 Adult€459.00
Total
Price is €459.00

Shared Tour incl. Beach Time

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Shared Guided Tour: This option offers a shared guided tour, where you’ll join other participants.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes: This shared tour lasts approximately 5-6 hours.
Incl. Beach Time: This option does not include a boat cruise in Paleokistra and instead you will have 45 minutes of free time on the beach.

Language options: English
Price details
€109.00 x 1 Adult€109.00
Total
Price is €109.00

Shared Tour incl. Boat Cruise

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Incl. Boat Cruise: This option includes a 45-minute boat cruise in Paleokistra on a traditional wooden boat.
Boat Cave Entry: Please be aware that if the seas are too rough, the captain may decide not to enter caves for safety reasons.
Shared Guided Tour: This option offers a shared guided tour, where you’ll join other participants.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes: This shared tour lasts approximately 5-6 hours.
Severe Weather: In the event of extreme weather, the boat cruise may be cancelled, in which case we will refund 20EUR per person.

Language options: English
Price details
€129.00 x 1 Adult€129.00
Total
Price is €129.00

Private 4.5h Tour with Guide

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Tour with a Guide: This is a 4.5-hour tour includes a vehicle, driver and a guide.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: The duration of this private tour is 4.5 hours.
Flexible itinerary: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to your preferences.
Private Car, Driver & Guide: This private tour option offers a private vehicle, driver and a guide.

Language options: English
Price details
€1,008.00 x 1 Adult€1,008.00
Total
Price is €1,008.00

Private 6h Tour with Guide

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Tour with a Guide: This is a 6-hour tour includes a vehicle, driver and a guide.
Duration: 6 hours: The duration of this private tour is 6 hours.
Flexible itinerary: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to your preferences.
Private Car, Driver & Guide: This private tour option offers a private vehicle, driver and a guide.

Language options: English
Price details
€1,281.00 x 1 Adult€1,281.00
Total
Price is €1,281.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    For Shared Tours: boat trip if you choose the option including it in the price
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Full refund if your ship cannot dock
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Port pick-up and drop off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guaranteed return to ship on time
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional local English-speaking tour guide (If guided option is chosen)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge (Recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    For Private Tours, boat ride is not included. You can add it for extra 20 EUR pp., paid on the spot

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Boat Cave Entry: If the seas are too rough, the captain may decide not to enter the caves for safety reasons. In such cases, refunds will not be provided.
  • Please be aware that in the event of severe weather, the boat cruise may be cancelled. If this occurs, a refund of €20 will be issued to those who pre-booked and prepaid for it.
  • Please note that access to the monastery will be by vehicle or by a 15-minute uphill walk, depending on local conditions.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Corfu Cruise Port Terminal

  • 30m
Port Pickup Your day begins with a smooth and easy pickup right at the port, where your friendly, English-speaking guide will be waiting to greet you. From there, you'll step aboard a modern, air-conditioned bus and settle in for a relaxed and comfortable ride as your tour gets underway.

Paleokastritsa

  • 1h 30m
Paleokastritsa Stop You'll enjoy a peaceful drive to Paleokastritsa, a beautiful coastal area known for its clear green waters, rocky cliffs, and lush landscape. Once there, you can choose what suits you best—either a 45-minute boat ride along the coast to see the caves, or some free time at the beach to swim, unwind, or simply take in the view. Whichever option you prefer, this stop is designed to let you enjoy the moment at your own pace.

Holy Monastery of the Virgin Mary at Paleokastritsa

  • 1h
Your next stop is the Monastery of Paleokastritsa, a Byzantine monastery dating back to the 13th century, perched on a hill overlooking the coast. From this scenic location, you’ll take in stunning sea views as your guide shares the history of the monastery and the legends associated with this tranquil retreat. Please note that if vehicle access is limited, visiting the monastery may require a short uphill walk of approximately 15 minutes.

Corfu Town

  • 1h 30m
Next, you’ll continue to Corfu Town, the island’s cultural and historic centre as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its winding cobbled streets, elegant Venetian architecture, and vibrant plazas, the town is home to famous landmarks including the Old Fortress and the Liston Promenade. During your visit, you’ll join a guided walking tour before enjoying around one hour of free time to discover the town at your own pace. You may choose to sample traditional Greek cuisine at a local taverna, shop for regional specialities such as olive oil products and kumquat liqueur, or simply stroll through the picturesque alleys and soak up the atmosphere. Blending rich history with the charm of everyday island life, Corfu Town offers an experience to suit every traveller.

Corfu Cruise Port Terminal

  • 30m
Return to Ship At the end of your day, you'll be brought back to your cruise ship with time to spare, making for a smooth and worry-free return. You'll head back on board feeling relaxed, with lasting memories of your time in Corfu.

Location

Activity location

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    Corfu Cruise Port Terminal
    • International Terminal
    • 491 00, Kerkira, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Corfu Cruise Port Terminal
    • International Terminal
    • 491 00, Kerkira, Greece

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