The Corfu Experience

A cultural tour in the historical center of Corfu old town

<p>The old town center of Corfu, belonging to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, constitutes a unique, world-famous site that never fails to captivate visitors.</p><p><br></p><p>Different nations, cultures, as well as customs and traditions of three distinct states, having occupied the island of Corfu in the last centuries, meet in the maze-like alleyways of the old town center. Brits, Venetians and French left their imprint on Corfu’s society, but Corfiots have managed to adopt some aspects of those cultures, maintaining their own traditions and habits and create the perfect culture mixing.</p><p><br></p><p>The old town of Corfu boasts numerous impressive and world-famous sites, each having its own unique historical development: tall fortresses, considered to be unapproachable, which contributed to the defense of the island against potentialconquerors and magnificent palaces, still maintaining their power and magnificence; museums of historic significance and great architecture, old mansions and colorful houses constructed with the Venetian style, famous cosmopolitan squares and magnificent churches, indicating the strong religious beliefs of Corfiots.</p><p>Explore us Campiello the oldest district of the historic city of Corfu inspires a huge charm to all those who visit it throughout the year. The picturesque cantounia, those little narrow streets as the locals call them with the laundry spread are reminiscent of an old Greek cinema. The best possible way to turn Campiello is to walk in its alleys and get lost through the beauty of this mosaic of culture and civilization.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us and let yourself wander the paved alleyways of the old town center of Corfu, trying to reveal its secrets, meet hospitable locals in the neighborhoods and listen to their interesting stories and experience the culture and history of this island, enjoying the cosmopolitan feel of this place.</p><p><br></p><p>A walk through the old town of Corfu will satisfy even the most demanding visitor!</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Noviembre 2023

Corfu Cooking class: An authentic private culinary experience

<p>The gastronomic tradition of Corfu is lost during the passage of the centuries. When Corfu was under Venetian control the Venetians influenced all areas of the daily life of the Corfiot’s and of course their eating habits, since why the Venetians brought new products, which the Corfiot’s “adopted” and created with them new recipes, which were adapted to the local gastronomic traditions. This kind of intricate mix created the famous Corfiot gastronomy, which is based on the Mediterranean diet including pure virgin olive oil and unique quality local products produced on the is-land as enriched with spices, many herbs but mainly with the love of Corfiot’s for food and cooking.</p><p><br></p><p>Cooking with friends according to the Corfiot tradition is a ritual, joy, celebration and requires the participation of all. The locals cook without any haste, as their food is simmered in the pot, scattering spicy smells all around. However, during the cooking, they sing, they chat, joke and drink ouzo or pure homemade wine. At a proper Corfiot meal the variety of food is always rich and includes many different recipes, an indication of the willingness of the people of Corfu to please their guests.</p><p><br></p><p>Gastronomy is widely known on the island of Corfu and constitutes a unique experience itself, if it is based on fresh products, authentic recipes, and much love.</p><p><br></p><p>We are going to experience the whole process of cooking together, from first to last, take part in it and understand the techniques concerning authentic recipes, passed down over many generations.</p><p><br></p><p>This lunch will be the most delicious and enjoyable in our lifetime for three reasons: it was prepared with Corfiot, virgin oil and fresh products picked from Corfiot gardens and cooked with much love, appreciation, and smile in the refreshing and rejuvenating countryside of Corfu.</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Noviembre 2023

The folklore traditions in the villages of middle Corfu

<p>Corfu Folklore Private Tour: Through tours of villages and folklore museums as well as narrations, pictures, items, and personal testimonies of older people, we will discover the life of Corfiot’s over the last centuries.</p><p><br></p><p>Which were the occupations and jobs of Corfiot people? How were their homes and their traditional costumes? Which were their habits and traditions, and which have been maintained till nowadays and integrated into the contemporary way of life? Find the answers through this unique <strong>Corfu Folklore Private Tour</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Even today, that the island of Corfu has been affected by the intense tourism, there are still villages, museums, associations, and intellectual people that keep the traditions, folklore and history of their hometown alive.</p><p><br></p><p>Driving to the middle of Corfu through some really <strong>quaint villages</strong>, we will find out the adherence of people to old traditions and habits of their village, despite the fact that most of the island’s places have integrated the contemporary way of life into their own, due to mass tourism.</p><p><br></p><p>The architecture of all the houses resembles the typical <strong>architecture of Corfu</strong>, each house has been constructed very close to another, in different colors, while at the root cellars oil, wine, cheese is being stored for the next year. We will wander through the lovely alleyways of each village, discovering real gems, old churches with magnificent bell towers, amazing, paved squares, quaint coffee houses or abandoned mansions, traditional wood stoves, old and abandoned oil presses, or wells which still locals get water out of with a bucket, in order to water their gardens and plants.</p><p><br></p><p>Let’s become acquainted with those people and talk with them, so that they help us discover the past and <strong>culture of the places in the countryside</strong> of Corfu, learn about the life of past generations and be amazed with the simple, authentic life and ingenuity of our ancestors.</p><p><br></p><p>Feel like a common farmer during the 18th century, plowing fields with animals and pruning olive trees with makeshift tools or like a common housewife weaving carpets on her loom and cooking, using wooden utensils.</p><p><br></p><p>We invite you to experience a different day, full of emotions, knowledge, and much agriculture of an old, charming era with the Corfu Folklore Private Tour “The folklore traditions in the villages of middle Corfu”.</p>

Offer valid until: 1 Noviembre 2023

Luxury Private Sea Tour, Enjoy Sailing on the Eastern Corfu Coastline

<p>Corfu, the largest island of the Ionian Sea, includes a huge and beautiful coastline, which is looking forward for you to explore it. You will be meeting exotic landscapes, paradise beaches and hidden places, picturesque harbors and beautiful fishing villages, sea caves, lush nature that almost reaches the sea, crystal clear blue waters and unique landscapes that create a fairytale experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us on a day private cruise to discover the “hidden gems” of Ionian coastline, to explore the island’s secrets, to observe magical locations, to have fun and enjoy of course a pleasant day accompanied by the sun and the sea!</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Noviembre 2023

Luxury Private Sunset Cruise with Cocktails

<p>Leave your thoughts back to earth and grab your swimsuit. Sun, amazing sunset colors, relaxing music, and the Mediterranean Ionian Sea are waiting for you. Take a day off from the history of the city and let a wonderful cruising journey begin….</p><p><br></p><p>Join this amazing half-day cruise to the beautiful coastline of Corfu, and snorkel in turquoise water, jump from high cliffs, or just relax with a local cocktail. This cruise has been tailored for guests who don’t want to spend a full day at sea. You will take delight in the sun, the sea and the fresh air by choosing a half-day afternoon cruise and you will be entranced by the unique colors of the famous sunset of Corfu. Amazing tuned on board will accompany you on a spectacular sunset across the iconic coastline.</p><p><br></p><p>You will enjoy quality snacking on board local spirits and unlimited cocktails on board too. Please note that we will organize your transfer from and to your hotel, which is included in the price of the private boat tour.</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Noviembre 2023

Private tour to the most Instagrammable sights of Corfu + Lunch

<p>You can already imagine your Instagram stream… all those Ionian blues and greens, your dream beaches, villages and people, and this selected sunset that you know will make it to your Highlights. There is so much to this magical Ionian island that you will want to share with the world. Make everyone jealous on social media do not miss the following destinations for Instagram!</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Noviembre 2022