Best of Corfu: Full-Day Private island Tour

Experience the best of Corfu in just one day on this full-day private tour, designed to cover all of the island’s must-see highlights. Visit the elegant Achillion Palace, with its beautiful gardens and striking marble statues, then explore the iconic coastline of Paleokastritsa, often described as one of the most stunning spots in the Mediterranean. Round off your day in the enchanting, UNESCO-listed Corfu Town, where you’ll have time to discover its key landmarks and soak up the local atmosphere. This tour is perfect for first-time visitors and cruise passengers who want to make the most of their time on Corfu.

After pickup from your hotel or Corfu port, step into your private vehicle and set off on a full-day private tour showcasing Corfu’s history, culture and natural beauty.

Your first stop is the picturesque village of Gastouri, home to the iconic Achillion Palace. Built by Empress Elisabeth of Austria – Princess Sissi – in honor of Achilles, this light-filled neoclassical mansion was her personal retreat from the demands of court life and the grief of losing her son. Inside, explore opulent rooms filled with ornate furnishings, paintings and personal mementos. Outside, stroll through the lush, statue-filled gardens, where you’ll encounter striking sculptures such as “Achilles Dying” and “Achilles Triumphant” and enjoy sweeping views over the Ionian Sea and the surrounding countryside.

Continue with a scenic drive through the island’s countryside to reach Paleokastritsa, one of Corfu’s most dramatic coastal areas. Here, steep cliffs draped in olive trees and cypresses plunge into clear, emerald waters, creating a landscape you won’t easily forget. You can choose to take a boat trip to explore the nearby sea caves, visit the charming hilltop Byzantine monastery with its peaceful courtyard, or simply swim and relax in the bay framed by lush green hills. After soaking up Paleokastritsa’s beauty, sit back in your air-conditioned vehicle and head toward the island’s vibrant capital, UNESCO-listed Corfu Town.

In the historic center, wander through the atmospheric kantounia – narrow, cobbled alleyways – and take in the rich blend of Venetian, French and British influences. Walk across Spianada Square to see the Venetian Fortress, the Old Town Hall and the elegant arcades of the French-designed Liston, inspired by Paris’ Rue de Rivoli. Visit the 300-year-old Church of Saint Spyridon, where the relics of the island’s patron saint are housed, and pass by the impressive Palace of St. Michael and St. George, built from yellow Maltese stone during British rule in the 19th century. Enjoy some free time to browse local shops for Corfiot products and souvenirs, then relax with a freshly brewed coffee or a traditional meal at one of the Old Town’s cafés or restaurants.

By the end of your tour, you will have experienced the very best of Corfu. Your full-day private tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off back at your hotel or cruise ship, in good time for your departure.