What You Will Do
Explore how history, culture, and nature come together in a blissful tour where the Aegean Sea and lush lowlands share a perfect relationship. Stroll among olive trees, canes, and citrus fruits as you absorb the natural beauty of Melanes Valley. Then, marvel at two imposing Kouros statues - examples of ancient sculpture.
Continue to Eggares citrus valley, described by nine-time Nobel prize nominee, Nikos Kazantzakis, as "If paradise was on earth, it would be here". A guided tour of an old olive press with a stone mill follows, before getting behind the scenes with tasting samples of delicious cheeses, vegetables, and homegrown wines and raki in a local farm. Depending on the season, you may even witness cheese in the making!
On a windless day, you may wish to take a short swim at the less popular Amitis Beach.
Take a relaxing ride back in a breathtaking itinerary overlooking the ocean while processing the flood of information you ‘ve gathered in this unforgettable journey.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Aurelia e-assist Bikes, Plateia Petroi Evipaioi, Naxos
1
Melanes Kouros Statue
20 minutes
A stop to see the 2 of 3 Kouros statues lying imposingly at Melanes Village
2
Eggares Olive Press Museum
45 minutes
Visit the famous lush lowlands of Eggares village and enjoy a full tour at the Olive Press Museum
3
Eggares
45 minutes
A full visit to a traditional farm with sheep, goats, wine, cheese and veggies tasting. All produced by the owner.
4
Amitis Beach
30 minutes
The non popular Amitis beach, perfect for a short dip on a windless day
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