Kylee & Daniel
Things To Do
Korfu Old Town
Start your day with a stroll at the Old Town. The entire Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site”- and a source of tremendous interest for architecture enthusiasts. There is no better way to explore Corfu than wandering through the lovely narrow alleys, known as “Kantounia”. There are so many points of interest to visit but a walking tour covering the highlights would include: Liston & Spianada Square, Old and New Fortress, Palace of St Michael & St George (Museum of Asian Art), Archeological Museum, Mon Repos Palace (where the Duke of Edinburgh was born, Church of Saint Spyridon, the picturesque Vlacherna Monastery and of course Achilleion Palace, as a last stop.
Visit The Beaches
Explore Corfu’s enchanting coastline and untouched natural landscapes by car or by boat. Whizzing along the beautiful coastline you will come across unexpected rocky formations, turquoise waters, secret coves, small water caves and beaches accessible only by sea. Take in the richness of nature, the diversity of landscapes and swim in crystal clear waters. From south to north Corfiot’s coastline is a treasure of geology. Do not miss Issos and Chalikouna beach, a nature reserve with the flamingos, Barbati beach with the white round pebbles, Palaiokastritsa beach with its icy waters to revive your skin, Agios Gordios, Pelekas, Agios Georgios ton Pagon to name a few. The serene and transparent waters make them the perfect spot for snorkeling and swimming. Discover the isolated landscapes, against a background of green hillsides with your own boat.
Old Fortress of Corfu
The emblematic Old Fortress of Corfu town is one of the first things a visitor sees when approaching Corfu. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a rocky peninsula that juts into the sea. This fortress was constructed by the Venetians in the 15th century on the site of a former Byzantine castle. It was connected to the land by a movable, wooden bridge. In 1819, the British replaced this bridge with the present pathway, which is 60 m long and stands 15m above the fosse, locally known as contafossa.
Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise
Discover the Blue Lagoon and head inside Papanikolis cave by boat. Visit beautiful beaches for swimming and snorkeling and enjoy the great views of the Greek mainland.
Jeep Safari Tour
Visit the deserts of Corfu, which features the most amazing sand dunes and the natural reserve lake on Corfu island. Take a Jeep safari style ride at the beautiful Issos Beach and Korission Lake, a landmark and a natural wonder with steep sand dunes and crystal-clear waters. Korission Lake, a natural lake next to Issos beach and the famous Cedar Forest, makes the perfect home to exotic bird species and animals, including the beloved pink flamingos, spotted in the area every spring.
Walk the length of Lake Korission
Visit lake Korission, a shimmering stretch of blue waters spanning 5km in length, with an area of around 24 km squared. Long walks down this natural haven will highlight its incredible variety of wildlife, more specifically, the wide array of local and migrating birds including swallows, owls, and even flamingos, among many more. This activity is sure to provide an unforgettable experience that will always be cherished.
Visit an Olive Oil Mill
Visit a traditional olive mill in Corfu and discover the secret Olive Tree variation that exists on Corfu island. There are plenty of olive oil farms around the island. Visit Mavroudis Museum Olive Mill, owned by Mavroudis, a local family of olive producers. The estate keeps over 2000 olive trees in the south of the island. A large proportion of these groves are made up of the”Lianolia Kerkyra” olive tree, a variety native to Corfu, some of which are over 700 years old. Other varieties that belong to the family include the Koroneiki, these olive trees have been planted more recently and produce an olive oil with an intense green color, fruity grassy flavor and distinctive aroma. It’s rich in precious or-ganoleptic substances, vitamins and low acidity. Visitors can taste fresh olive oil with homemade bread and local delicacies and learn about the process of pressing the olives.
Visit Corfiot Wineries
Indulge in an adventure focused on crisp notes, fruitful flavours, and the most delicious blends of wine. The wineries of Corfu await to welcome you for magical days in the stunning Ionian. From discovering the vine-yards, to the process of making wine, enjoy a day designated to relax-ation and new experiences.
Beach Horseback Riding
Ride a horse on the sand, hack through the mountains or take a lesson in one of Corfu’s riding stables. A pony ride will be the best experience for your little ones. Not far away from Angsana Corfu Resort, in the middle of the forest, there lies the Equine Centre, SIlvaland. Set in an estate of over 7 acres, it boats a 2000 sq.m. indoor arena, two outdoor arenas, and stables. There are all kinds of horses, including ponies and, more specifically, Skyrian ponies. The Skyrian pony was an endangered species and when Sylvia Steen, owner of Silvaland, became interested in this ancient breed of horses, there were only three pairs left in the world! Now, thirty years later, the population comprises about 50 ponies on Corfu, another 20 that are back on Skyros and another 20 in Scotland.