Discover Naxos
Discover Naxos, the famous Greek island.
Chora – Chalki – Filoti Apiranthos – Koronida
Departures Timetable
Every day from city of Naxos at 07:15
Arrivals Timetable
To city of Naxos at 20:15
Along gorgeous road leads into the heart of the island. A variety of landscapes, monuments and traditional villages are what you come across. This road will captivate you for sure! Leaving Agidia we travel through the evergreen “Livadi”, the most fertile plain of Naxos. The main road traverses Galanado and leads to the Venetian castle Belonia, rising proud ahead.
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Going towards Chalki, on the right side of the road, we come across Sagri, an area full of castles (Sommaripa, Delia Roka, Palcologou and Barozzi) and Byzantine churches (St. Anargyroi, St. Ioanni -built in the place of the ancient temple of Dimitra (530 BC), St. Eleftherios, Virgin Mary the Kaloritissa in the SE and St. Nicolas in the South).
The scenery changes as we turn again onto the main road and enter the all green and full of olive trees basin of Tragea. Castles and fortresses of the Venetian era along with Byzantine churches full of frescos, sculptures and inscriptions, captivate our eyes like the church of Virgin Mary the Protothroni, of St. Georgios the Diasoritis and the Venetian castle Barotsi home of the local feudal families. Damalas -Damarionas, Chalki and other small traditional villages surround Tragea.
From Tragea you can get to Moni, a tinny village build on high with an incredible view. There you can admire the frescos of the church of Virgin Mary the Drosiani that are rare in Greece. We return to Tragea and head towards the foot of the mountain Za.
The village Filoti is built on the tops of two hills, with the church of Virgin Mary the Filotissa and the Castle of Barotsi standing in the middle of it. From Filoti we can go to the castle of Himaros that was built in the 4th century BC and is one of the most ancient and significant sites on the island.
Further away from Filoti is Apiranthos, a village with intense Venetian influence, with Virgin Mary the Apirathitissa and 3 important museums (archeological, folk and geological). This village has unique customs and a rich folkloric tradition. From Aperatho, the road leads to the picturesque and traditional Korono, with a small stop in Stavro of Keramoti. Across from Korono is Skado, after that is Mesi and Komiaki, the most northern and of highest elevation village of Naxos, which ends in the beach of Apollo.
Chora – Galini Engares – Abram Agia – Apollo
Departures Timetable
Every day from city of Naxos at 07:15
Arrivals Timetable
To city of Naxos at 20:15
Leaving Chora we go to the NE .side of it and toward the val- ley of Eggares with the green gardens of citrus trees.
Here we meet the 4 settlements of Galini, Mytria, Mesi Geitonia and Langadia. Near the village Galini is the monastery of Ipsili, protected by a tower built in 1600 AD.
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After Eggares is the monastery of Faneromeni, a 14th century construction, while continuing our promenade we come across coves and remote beaches. A favorite stop is the cove of Abram, where you can rest, swim and eat.
A few kilometers later you see the monastery of Agia built before the 1600s, and following the road you get to the far NE part of Naxos, the cape Stavros.
At the end of the route is the cove of Apollo, an idyllic landscape. At the mountainside you see, the well known gigantic statue of Apollo (10.5 meters tall), created in the 17th century.
Chora – Potamia – Melanes Kouros – Kynidaros
Departures Timetable
Every day from city of Naxos at 07:15
Arrivals Timetable
To city of Naxos at 20:15
t’s a short yet beautiful walk to the interior of Naxos. In the valley of Melanes, full of olive and fruit trees, we come across the villages Kourounochori and St. Apostolous, while going towards Flerio we get to a half-finished ancient statue (kouros, 7th century BC) 6.40 meters long. Then we meet Kynidaro, a village famous for its waters, its rich underground full of fine quality of marble, and for its music history as it is the home town of the most famous singers of island songs. From the road that leads to Elanes we head towards Potamia, filled with green vegetable gardens and abundant running waters!
One Day Cruises
One day cruise to DELOS – MYKONOS
Departures Timetable
Every : TUESDAY – THURSDAY – SUNDAY
From PAROS : 08:30
From NAXOS : 09:15
From DELOS : 13:20
From MYCONOS : 17:00
Arrivals Timetable
to NAXOS : 09:00
to DELOS : 10:20 (STAY 3 hours)
to MYCONOS : 13:45 (STAY 3 1/4 h.]
to PAROS : 18:20
to NAXOS : 19:00
Admire the home of the god of the sun, which is made of granite. It is the island with the unique archaeological sights which reveal a history of 3000 years. During your stay, you can see, among others, the temple of Apollon, the “pombiki stoa of the lions” (the place where the ancient used to have their parades) the theatre, the “stoa” and the ancient home of the naxian people, Lito’s temple and the remarkable exhibits of the local museum.
The very well-known and cosmopolitan island with the special architecture of the Cyclades. During your visit to Myconos , you can get to know all that ,what made the island so famous. Walk on the picturesque roads from the beautiful windmills until small Venice. Also, do not forget to visit the very interesting museums of the island. The golden beaches and the aegean landscape, which is full of the white and blue colour, bring to you a kind of magic.
One day cruise to SANTORINI
Departures Timetable
Every: MONDAY – WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY
From NAXOS : 07:15
From PAROS : 08:00
From SANTORINI : 16:20
Arrivals Timetable
To PAROS : 07:45
To SANTORINI : 10:20 (STAY 6 hours)
To PAROS : 8:50
To NAXOS : 19:20
Get to know the magical island of Santorini, the island with the rare beauty and the fantastic view of the caldera. Travel in the blue Aegean water, enjoying he comforts and luxury of our ship. By arrival at the port of Santorini, luxury coaches with your guide will be waiting for you to take you to the small village of “Pirgos”. Afterwards you will experience the traditional architecture of Oia and finally the picturesque city Thira with its amazing views.
One day cruise to IRAKLIA – KOUFONISSI
Departures Timetable
Every: MONDAY – WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY
From NAXOS : 09:30
From PAROS : 10:15
From IRAKLIA : 12:15
From KOYFONISSI : 17:15
Arrivals Timetable
To PAROS(Piso Liwadi) : 10:00
To IRAKLIA : 11:15 (STAY 1 hour)
To KOYFONISSI : 12:45 (STAY 4 1/2 hrs)
To PAROS : 18:30
To NAXOS : 19:15
Let the peaceful atmosphere of the small Cyclades inspire you. Enjoy the relaxing and romantic day with swimming at the beautiful beaches and by a traditional lunch – fresh fish (optional)..
Ferries - Boats - Buses
Blue Star Ferries
Departures Timetable
From Piraeus to Naxos Route 1
MON~SUN : 17:30
(Arrival to Naxos MON-WED-FRI-SAT : 22:35 / TUE-THU-SUN : 23:30)
From Piraeus to Naxos Route 2
MON~SUN : 07:25 (Arrival to Naxos 12:35)
From Naxos to Piraeus Route 1
MON~SUN : 9:45
(Arrival to Piraeus 14:50)
From Naxos to Piraeus Route 2
MON-WED-FRI-SAT-SUN : 17:45
TUE-THU : 18:05
(Arrival to Piraeus MON-WED-FRI-SAT-SUN : 23:25 / TUE-THU : 00:35)
Arrivals Timetable
Arrival to Naxos from Piraeus Route 1
MON-WED-FRI-SAT : 22:35
TUE-THU-SUN : 23:30
Arrival to Naxos from Piraeus Route 2
MON-SUN: 12:35
Arrival to Piraeus from Naxos Route 1
MON-SUN: 14:50
Arrival to Piraeus from Naxos Route 2
MON-WED-FRI-SAT-SUN : 23:25
TUE-THU : 00:35
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The new, dynamic fleet that offers you the ideal conditions to make your voyage quite simply the most enjoyable experience. 2 daily departures from PIRAEUS with F/B’s BLUE STAR PAROS & BLUE STAR NAXOS. As we enter this blue era, the most comfortable, pleasant and fast journey takes on a special character. A dynamic era that projects worlwide the beloved Greek colour: the blue colour of Blue Star Ferries.
Boat Schedules
Departures Timetable
Piraeus to Naxos
Mon: 7.25 BS Naxos, 7.30 HS5, 8.00 HFC (Santorini), 17.30 BS Pares, 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Tue: 7.25 BS Naxos,7.30 HS5, 17.30 BS Paros, 20.00 HFC (Santorini).
Wed: 7.25 BS Naxos. 17.30 BS Paros. 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Thu: 7.25 BS Naxos. 7.30 HS5, 8.00 HFC (Santorini), 17.30 BS Paros, 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Fri: 7.25 BS Naxos. 7.30 HS5. 8.00 HFC (Santorini). 17.30 BS Paros, 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Sat: 7.25 BS Naxos, 7.30 HS5. 8.00 HFC (Santorini). 17.30 BS Paros, 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Sun: 7.25 BS Naxos, 7.30 HS5. 17.30 BS Paros. 22.00 HFC (Apollon).
Arrivals Timetable
Naxos to Piraeus Mon: 4.45 BS Paros, 11.00 HS5, 13.00 HFC (Apollon), 17.45 BS Naxos, 23.00 HFC (Santorini). Tue: 9.45 BS Paros. 11.00 HS5, 13.00 HFC (Apollon), 18.05 BS Naxos Wed: 9.45 BS Paros. 17.45 BS Naxas. 23.50 HFC (Santorini). Thu: 9.45 BS Paros, 11.00 HS5,13.00 HFC (Apollon). 18.05 BS Naxos, 23.00 HFC (Santorini). Fri: 9.45 BS Paros, 11.00 HS5, 13.00 HFC (Apollon), 17.45 BS Naxos. 23.00 HFC (Santorini). Sat: 9.45 BS Paros, 11.00 HS5, 13.00 HFC (Apollon), 17.45 BS Naxos. Sun: 9.45 BS Paros, 11.00 HS5, 13.00 HFC (Apollon), 15.50 HFC (Santorini) 17.45 BS Naxos.
Schedules are often subject to last-minute changes, so always doubles check departure limes. For information and reservations from/ to Piraeus, Rafina , Lavrio (Athens) or sourrounding islands call :(+30) 22850 23965-6-7, Naxos Travel Agency. HiSpeed (HS), Panagia Parou & Aiolos = 4hrs, Blue Star (BS) = 5hrs. Hellas Ferries conventional (HFC), GA Ferries (GAF) or Veniouris Sea Lines (VSL) = 6hrs. There are some additional HiSpeed and regular services during the first week of September.
Naxos Buses
Departures Timetable
to APOLLON: 9.30, 11.00, 13.30. 15.00
to KOMIAKI: 9.30 13.30 15.00
to KORONO: 9.30, 11.00, 13.30, 15.00
to APEIRANTHOS: 9.30, 11.00, 13.30, 15.00, 19.00
to FILOTI: 9.30, 11.00, 12.00, 13.30O, 15.00, 19.00
to HALKI: 9.30, 11.00. 12.00, 13.30, 15.00, 19.00
to MONI: 13.30
to TRIPODES: 7.30, 11.00.13,00. 15.00, 17.30
to DAMARIONAS: 9.30, 11.00, 12.00. 13.30, 15.00. 19.00
to SAGRI: 9.30, 11.00, 12.00, 13.30, 15.00, 19.00
to MELANES-KOUROS: 9.00,12.00,15.00
to KYNIDAROS: 9.00, 12.00.15.00
to PYRGAKI-KASTRAK1: 7.30, 11.00, 13.00, 15.00. 17.30
to MIKRI VIGLA: 7.3O. 11.00, 13.00, 15.00, 17.30
to AG.PROKOPIOS-AG.ANNA-PLAKA: every 30 minutes
from PLAKA-AGANNA-AG.PROKOPIOS: every 30minutes
to DANAKOS: 12.00 (Mon.Wed.Fri)
to KERAMOTI: 13.30 (Mon.Wed.Fri)
to POTAMIA: 13.30 (Mon to Fri)
to EGGARES: 13.30 (Mon to Fri)
to TSlKAMRIO: 13.30 (Mon to Fri)
to MOUTSOUNA: 11.00
Arrivals Timetable
from APOLLON: 6.50, 13.00, 15.30, 17.30
from KOMIAKI: 7.20.1.121). 1750
from KORONO: 7.40. 13.20. L6.00, 18.00
from APEIRANTHOS: 8.00, 8.45. 13.45. 16,20, 18,20
from FILOTI: 7.00. 8.15. 9.00. 14.00, 16.30, 18.30
from HALKI: 7.05, 8.20, 9.05, 14.05. 16.35, 18.35
from MONI: 7.50
from TRIPODES: 7.30, 8.45, 12.10, 14.00, 15.40, 18.15
from DAMARIONAS: 7.00, 8.20,9.10, 14.05, 16.40. 18.40
from SAGRI: 7.20, 8.25, 9.15, 14.15, 16.45. 18.45
from KOUROS-MELANES: 7.10, 9.40, 12.20, 15.20
from KYNIDAROS: 7.00, 9.30, 12.30, 15.30
from KASTKAKI-PYRGAKI: 8.00,11.30,13.30,15.30, 18,00
from MIKRI VIGLA: 8.20, 12.00. I 1.00, 16.00, 18.20
from AG.PROKOPIOS-AG.ANNA-PLAKA: 8.00 to 02.00
from PLAKA-AGANNA-AG.PROKOPIOS: 8.30 – 02.30
from DANAKOS: 6.45
from KERAMOTI: 7.00
from POTAMIA: 8.10
from EGGARKS: 7.00
from TSIKALARIO: 8.00
from MOUTSOUNA: 16.00
Buses will be reduced during 2006 according to demand. All routes are from/to Chora.
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