Being a national tourist guide for 20 years I have guided people of different nationalities ages and interests in English and French. As a traveller myself I know the value of having your own guide that can create a tour based on your interests and needs.
I am based in Corfu Town, hence I can get you to discover Corfu. Not only its famous sites but also its hidden gems, off the beaten track. Thus, you can make the most of your visit.
The tour is YOURS so we are going to design it together acording to your own needs and interests. Here are some suggestions:
Corfu Town
Discover the beauty of the largest old town in Greece. The whole town is a UNESCO site since 2007 and the labyrinth of its picturesque alleys is waiting for you. Besides historical information you can get to know Corfu Town through the eyes of an insider. Are you ready for its secrets to be revealed?
The tour can be customized according to your personal interests. It may also include Case Parlante museum and St Spiridons church.
Entrance fees (Casa Parlante) not included.
Up to 2,5 hours
You will need: comfortable walking shoes, water, hat.
Mon Repos
Mon Repos estate is not only a lush and verdant park, but also the best place for one to get to know the history of Corfu. Ancient ruins, a small archaeological collection and the birth place of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
The visit of the museum may be combined with a visit of the ancient ruins (weather permitting).
Ticket to Mon Repos not included
Up to 3 hours
You will need: Hat, comfortable walking shoes.
Corfu town and fortifications (walking tour)
Visit the Old Fortress or the New Fortress.
Listen to stories about ancient battles and enjoy a breathtaking view of the town from the top.
Up to 2 hours.
You will need: Hat, comfortable walking shoes.
Achilleion Palace
The imperial villa of Elisabeth of Austria, a reknowned beauty yet known as the “sad empress” chose Corfu as the place where she could escape from her deep melancholy. The romantic philellene named her palace after Achilles whom she deeply admired. Visit the museum of Achilleion as well as its beautiful gardens with the amazing view and the statues inspired from the greek mythology.
Entrance fee not included.
Up to 2 hours
You will need: Comfortable shoes.
Kanoni
One of the most photographed landmarks of Greece
Enjoy the amazing view, get some time for plane-spotting, visit the convent of Vlacherna and Pontikonissi (also known as Mouse Island). Listen to the history and legends of the area and discover how it is connected to Homer.
Ticket to Pontikonissi not included
Up to 2,5 hours
You will need: Hat, comfortable walking shoes.