Naxos Trip Overview
Discover the history of Naxos captured in the mythological stories of the island’s ancient gods and heroes. Our exclusive mythology tour explores these stories creating the spirit of Greece’s timeless mythology and ancient treasures. In addition to the monumental sites dedicated to the gods, the island’s springs, streams, plants and trees are all source of ancient myths and tales. Let us introduce you to the ancient Greek gods and heroes of Naxos and together enjoy an unforgettable experience merging myths, history and the natural environment in one amazing tour of discovery.
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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Naxos, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Naxos, Greece, Greece
Discover the history of Naxos captured in the mythological stories of the island’s ancient gods and heroes. Our exclusive mythology tour explores these stories creating the spirit of Greece’s timeless mythology and ancient treasures. In addition to the monumental sites dedicated to the gods, the island’s springs, streams, plants and trees are all source of ancient myths and tales. Let us introduce you to the ancient Greek gods and heroes of Naxos and together enjoy an unforgettable experience merging myths, history and the natural environment in one amazing tour of discovery.
Itinerary
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Stop At: The Temple of Apollo – Portara, Islet of Palatia, Naxos Town 84300 Greece
We conclude our mythology tour with a visit to the remains of the Temple of Apollo, the so- called “Portara” from the locals which constitutes the landmark of the island. Discuss the timeless story of Dionysus and Ariadne and other popular themes of Greek mythology.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Naos Tou Dionysou Yria, 843 00 Greece
We will then drive to Iria to visit the splendid sanctuary of the god Dionysus located in a beautiful setting of vines, olives and figs. The archaeological site has been used as a sacred location since prehistoric times and here we’ll discover all about the patron god of Naxos who has formed the island’s joyful character.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Demeter, Sangri 843 00 Greece
Visit the Temple of Demetra, ancient goddess of fertility of the land and agriculture. Discuss about the myth of Persephone and Hades and ancient traditions related to the rebirth of nature. Together with your professional guide marvel at the restored original temple and learn about the technical contribution of the Naxians to the development of architecture.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Melanes Kouros Statue, Melanes Greece
Our tour begins with an introduction to the beauty of the Greek landscape which inspired a world of myths and stories created by the ancient Greeks. We visit the unfinished Kouros- colossal archaic statue, known also as Apollo, that has been “sleeping” in a garden for centuries and learn about the dramatic story of its discovery and wonder at this amazing example of early Greek sculpture.
Duration: 30 minutes
