A taste of almost everything Corfu
Corfu Past & Present
Paleokastritsa, mountain views, local flavours and Corfu Old Town in one 4½-hour introduction to the island.
€75 per person
- 4½ hours
- Cruise pier
- Local tasting
- Moderate activity
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Why we like this one
If you want to see plenty of Corfu without spending €143 on our Editor's Choice, this is the excursion we'd look at first. You still experience Paleokastritsa, spectacular viewpoints and Corfu Town, with a taste of local Corfu along the way — for €75 per person.
Your choice at Paleokastritsa
Your free time at Paleokastritsa is yours to shape. Depending on what appeals most, you can choose an optional cave boat trip, spend the time by the water, or make your way towards the monastery. There isn't time to do all three, so choose the experience you'd most enjoy. The optional cave boat is currently about €15 per person and is not included.
Your Corfu day
01
Paleokastritsa
Discover Corfu's famous west-coast scenery and use your free time for your preferred Paleokastritsa experience.
02
Lakones & the Balcony of the Gods
Climb into the hills above Paleokastritsa for panoramic Ionian views, with time for a Greek snack and drink.
03
A taste of Corfu
Stop to sample a selection of local Corfiot flavours and browse local products.
04
Corfu Town
Continue into the historic capital for landmarks including the Old Fortress surroundings, Esplanade, St Spyridon and Liston before returning to port.
What's included
- Guided excursion from the cruise ship pier
- Free time at Paleokastritsa — you choose one activity at the first stop
- Lakones and the Balcony of the Gods viewpoint
- A Greek snack, with a choice of ouzo, local wine or a soft drink
- Local product tasting — currently described as local liqueurs, kumquat sweets, candied nuts, honey, olive oil and freshly baked bread
- Corfu Town, including the Old Fortress area, Durrell Gardens, Palace of St Michael and St George, Esplanade Square, St Spyridon Church and the Liston promenade
- Return to the cruise port
Not included
- Optional cave boat ride at Paleokastritsa — currently about €15 per person
Is this right for me?
- Duration
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Leaves from
- Cruise ship pier
- Group
- Standard size
- Character
- Scenic, cultural and historical
- Activity
- Moderate
- Food & drink
- Snack, a drink and a local tasting included
Access and walking
- A collapsible wheelchair can be accommodated.
- Guests must be able to get in and out of the transport.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended. Dress appropriately for religious sites.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Clothing suitable for a religious site
Timing
Timing can vary with traffic.
BEST VALUE
A taste of almost everything Corfu
€75 per person
Share your cruise date and we'll check this excursion for your call before you commit.
Related Corfu days
Corfu Old Town Walking Excursion
Venetian alleys, pastel shutters and the Liston — Greece's most elegant port stroll.
Achilleion Palace Shore Excursion
Empress Elisabeth's hilltop villa — Achilles statues and terraces above the coast.
Paleokastritsa, Mon Repos & Corfu Town
Three very different sides of Corfu, brought together in one five-hour cruise-port day.
Corfu Past & Present — FAQs
How is this different from the Editor's Choice day?▼
Editor's Choice is the first-time combination we would pick, at €143. Corfu Past & Present is the strongest lower-price alternative at €75: you still see Paleokastritsa, viewpoints and Corfu Town, with a local tasting along the way.
Can I do the boat trip, a swim and the monastery at Paleokastritsa?▼
No. Your free time at the first Paleokastritsa stop is for one of those experiences, not all three. The optional cave boat ride is currently about €15 per person and is not included.
Is this the same as walking Old Town independently?▼
No. You can walk Old Town yourself from the port. This excursion is a 4½-hour island introduction that also includes Paleokastritsa, a viewpoint stop and a tasting before time in town.