Corfu Tour with Achillion Palace and Paleokastritsa
Excursions & day trips

Corfu Tour with Achillion Palace and Paleokastritsa

4.3/5
Excellent
Based on 148 reviews
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£55.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the beloved Corfu retreat of Empress Sissi of Austria – Achillion Palace
  • Discover the coves of Paleokastritsa and visit the Greek Orthodox monastery
  • Explore the rolling hills and rugged coastline of picturesque northern Corfu
  • Visit a family-owned kumquat distillery and sample this sweet citrus liqueur
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Corfu and its countryside
What to expect

Northern Corfu is all idyllic villages, monuments and rugged coastline. Head into sun-dappled rolling hills to discover Achillion Palace, the scenic Paleokastritsa coast and many other delights. There's also a visit to a kumquat distillery to sample this trademark Corfu liqueur. Spiros, one of our local guides, says, ‘Kumquat liqueur is a uniquely Corfu phenomenon – it's made nowhere else in Greece. It's a part of our Corfiot identity. To learn how this Asian fruit came to the island is a real eye-opener.'

You'll visit some of Corfu's top attractions. First up is Achillion Palace. The palace boasts stirring views of the Corfu coast, and the meticulously landscaped gardens are a work of art. Spiros adds, ‘Empress Sissi of Austria was enamoured with Corfu and its mythological heritage, particularly the story of Achilles, and the palace and gardens are filled with sculptures of Greek gods and goddesses.' The vistas are also top-notch at the seaside village of Paleokastritsa. You'll have free time to visit the Orthodox monastery – admission is free – or the many coves with beautiful beaches. A boat trip can also be arranged here.

Plus, you'll get to sample the trademark flavour of rural Corfu. There's a visit to a family-owned kumquat distillery. Here, you'll learn everything there is to know about this exotic citrus fruit. Marmalade, soda drinks and syrup are just some of the products made from kumquat. But it's the sweet and fragrant liqueur – often sold in Corfu-shaped bottles – that's become an island icon.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Itinerary varies according to the language selected
  • An optional boat trip from Paleokastritsa beach to the sea caves can be arranged on the spot, with a special price for our guests
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3/5

Based on 148 reviews from verified customers

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  • Adrian

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

    The guide was very good with excellent local knowledge. Too much information given over the day though. Driver was excellent. The viewing points were ...

  • Natalie

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    So good! Excellent. Loved the opportunity to explore on our own but also had guided time too. We didn’t expect it to be as long as it was so maybe a t ...

  • Debbie B

    From United Kingdom - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    We were lucky, last hotel pick up and first drop off so not too long on the feeder bus. The guide Sophia and driver Vangelis were excellent. All the ...

  • Martin

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Tour guide was excellent ?? very good and explained the full history of the area and even change around itinerary due to weather but disappointment wi ...

  • Dianne Bell

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide was very knowledgeable and delivered a superb education on all areas of the trip, even the travelling between venues. She has inspired me to ...

  • Homer

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Helen was informative and the trip was very enjoyable

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