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Explore Naxos' Rural Gems: E-Biking to Byzantine Churches, Venetian Towers, and Medieval Castles

Q: When will I get my ticket?

We will confirm availability and send you your ticket by email within 1 day or less. Only once the booking has been confirmed, will we take the money from your card. If you feel uncomfortable with giving your card details in advance of confirmation you can also contact us via chat or email to organise your booking for you.

Only for groups. From €400 for a group of up to 4 people. Minimum group: 1 people

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Difficulty:Easy

Free transfer

English & Ελληνικά (Greek)

100% private: Up to 6 people

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Commisionable amount: 10%

Highlights

Uphill Adventure through Paratrehos Rural Area to Koskinas Mountain
Visiting the Oldest Church on Naxos: Agios Mamas (Theoskepasti)
Exploring the Remarkable Cave Chapel of Mary Virgin of the Cave (Spiliotisa)
Journeying to the 17th-Century Marigoulas Tower (Paleologos Tower)
Naxos Town through Vivlos and Glinado Villages on Dirt Trail

Description

You will start your journey through Paratrehos' rural area and ascend the Koskinas mountain.
The dirt trail leads you through the green valley of Potamia to the oldest church on Naxos, Agios Mamas.
Continuing southwards, you arrive at the remarkable cave chapel of Mary Virgin of the Cave (Spiliotisa) where you pause to explore, have snacks, and stretch your legs.
Then,you will head northwards on a sketchy rocky trail to the 17th-century Marigoulas tower (Paleologos tower), a remarkable building that blends into the surrounding Naxian landscape.
Finally, you follow the dirt trail back to Naxos town through the villages of Vivlos and Glinado.

Price list

20 April to 31 May & 1 October to 30 November (up to 4 people)
400 (+70 for every extra person) Euros
1 June to 30 June & 1 September to 30 September (up to 4 people)
1 July to 31 August (up to 4 people)
480 (+70 for every extra person) Euros

Times

                                       
Start time: 10:00 am
                                             
 4 hrs 
                                       
End time: 2:00 pm

Occasionally, the tour can extend to a duration of 5 hours.

Gallery

A sketchy rocky trail that leads to Marigoulas Tower (Paleologos Tower)

The Byzantine Church of Virgin of the Cave located close to Damarionas village, in the Xerokampos area

The perspective seen from within the Byzantine Church of Virgin of the Cave

The Byzantine Church of Saint Mamas (Theoskepasti)

The interior of the Byzantine Church of Saint Mamas

Complete your booking

Your email ticket will contain all the information you need for an easy and smooth experience. You’ll get contact details, meeting point or pick up details with a Google map, our direct line (in case you need it) and much more.

Important information

Distance: 35km(21.7miles) and Maximum altitude: 367m(1204ft)
Suitable for children older than 14 years old
Children 14 to 17 years old are allowed to ride their own bike, if accompanied by a responsible adult 
Minimum height 1.50 m/4.9ft, maximum weight 130kg/286lb

Please bring with you

  
 Cycling shorts/pants 

 Quick dry t-shirt 

 Sports shoes 

 Sports shoes 

 Hat/buffer 

 Jacket 

 Water

Includes

  
 Certified guide 

 e-MTB 

 Helmet 

 Small backpack 

 Snack with local organic ingredients 

 First aid kit

Transfer information

Transfer (pick up and drop off) is included

Free & easy cancellation policy

If you cancel your booking 7 days or more before the tour date, you will receive a 50% refund of the total tour price.
If you cancel your booking less than 6 days before the tour date, do not show up, arrive late at the meeting point, or request to not complete the route, no refund will be given.
If the tour is canceled due to weather conditions, you will either be able to reschedule or receive a full refund. Any credit card or bank fees will not be included in the refund.

FAQs

When will I get my ticket?

We will confirm availability within 1 day or less. Once availability has been confirmed, will we then ask you to pay by sending you an email with a payment link. Please pay promptly to ensure your booking goes ahead.

What happens if the weather is bad?

In case the weather is bad and for your safety your excursion is cancelled you will first be offered the chance to reschedule. If, for whatever reason you can't or don't want to reschedule - including, simply, your wishes, we will then immediately process a 100% refund of your booking. Without any extra fees or charges. No hassle no fuss.

Can I pay on arrival?

It is not possible to pay on arrival. The only way to secure a booking is to make a reservation beforehand.