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 Kasım 2023

Luxury Private Yacht Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos & Blue Caves, the Jewels of the Ionian Sea

<p>While in Corfu, don’t miss the chance to visit the beautiful neighboring islands of Paxos and Antipaxos the undisputed hidden gems of the Ionian Sea. Paxos Island is one of the smallest in the Ionian group of islands but one of the prettiest and loveliest. If you are on luxury holidays chartering luxury yachts, this small island should be on your list. Paxos is small enough for tourists to take a tour of the whole island and yet very unexploited from mass tourism so is a very nice place to visit with a private yacht. On this fascinating cruise, we will discover the world-famous <strong>Blue Caves</strong>, visit the tiny, unspoiled island of Paxos and swim in the irresistible <strong>turquoise waters of Antipaxos</strong>!</p><p><br></p><p>Join us on a day private cruise to discover the “hidden gems” ofthe Ionian coastline, explore the island’s secrets, observe magical locations, have fun and enjoy of course a pleasant day accompanied by the sun and the sea!</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Kasım 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 Kasım 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 Kasım 2023

Admire the Most Iconic Sights of Corfu in a One Day Tour

<p>Well, with so many must do things on Corfu Island only one visit is never enough. We have organized though an exclusive day trip for you which included some highlights you simply can’t afford to miss. During this Corfu Experience Tour you will turn into an explorer who is ready to take in everything Corfu has to offer. Together we will enjoy walks in the traditional villages, we will taste unique local products, we will sail in the blue-green seas and the mythical secret caves, we will visit the places with the most shocking view, we will live like the locals and we will get a taste of their hospitality and their amazing traditional Corfiot food.</p><p><br></p><p>We will step into the royal shoes of the Empress Elizabeth of Austria known also as Sissy by visiting her majestic palace(*) and its botanical gardens called Achillion, which is built in a location taught by God.</p><p>It is worth mentioning that the British author Gerald Durrell during his stay in Corfu Island penned his books inspired by most of these locations we will visit.</p><p><br></p><p>(*) Maintenance and renovation works are being carried out at the Achillion Palace. In the case that a visit is not allowed, then we will visit the Mon Repo Palace.</p><p><br></p><p>Live with us the most adventurous day tour and discover also the hidden wonders of Corfu.</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Kasım 2023

Food Scenic Tour - Taste Corfu's culinary "treasures"

<p>The island of Corfu, apart from its incomparable natural beauty and imposing historical monuments, is famous for its famous local products. Pure local products, foreign influences and local culture are some of the elements that were combined to create the “delicious treasures” of Corfu. Within a few hours you will have the chance accompanied by our local food expert guide to meet the local producers and taste most of the pure and authentic delicacies of Corfu Island.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience this gastronomy tour with us you‘ll be able to taste this amazing products at their best version!</p><p>During our tour you will observe the olive, the wine, the ginger beer and the kumquat production and learn the secrets of the finest quality of the extra virgin olive oil and many more. Later on through a fantastic tour around picturesque villages we will stop at a traditional café in order to try the famous Greek coffee and local snacks.</p><p>We will also visit a local distillery in a traditional village where they will give you an idea of how the local products are made such as the kumquat and then the tasting will follow…</p><p>Our last stop will be the at a local greek tavern where we will realize what authentic Corfiot food means. Incredible flavors, aromas and traditional recipes will be waiting for you under the shade of the pine trees. This traditional lunch will introduce you to many elements of Corfiot cuisine and gastronomy. The sure is that until the end of this trip your tasting memory will be definitely increased… Do not forget that the locals say that taste is the best of our senses…</p><p>Live with us a memorable tasting day by exploring the culinary treasures of Corfu!</p>

Offer valid until: 30 Kasım 2023