Corfu  Authentic tailor-made private Accessible excursion

Darkas holidays don’t come off the shelf, they are tailor-made by our Personal Travel Experts.
Darkas destination expert listen to what you want, then create a day that’s right for you so, every part of your holiday is planned by us. We can tailor make any excursion, whether you want to chill out on the beach after exploring the destination.
We’ll listen to your travel ideas, recommend the best places, experiences and ways to explore, and take all the hard work out of planning an incredible tailor-made day. Call us a specialized representative meet you at hotel, relax with a glass of local wine while we plan your next adventure.

1)The Durrells’ Tour Day

The tour is based on a true story…

One can say with certainty, that the Island of Corfu is a magnificent place.”The paradise” that Durrells’ family fell in love with when they moved in back in the 1930’s still exists here and will be revealed to you as an alternative approach, away from the areas of mass tourism. Whether you are a fan of The Durrells’ TV show or the Durrell brothers’ writing, and you decided to visit our island because of them, amongst other reasons, do not miss this unique private tour where Durrells’ life will unravel before your eyes!

In this exquisite tour, we offer you the chance to live a memorable experience in our beautiful Ionian island following the famous family’s footsteps while you witness all these things that inspired the producers of the television show of this famous family. Almost a century later, nature landscapes remain unchanged. Home of Lawrence and Nancy Durrell, the so called ”The White House”, is readily recognizable to date, between olive groves and cypress trees above the sea bay of ”Kalami” shore. Even though, nowadays, Strawberry-Pink Villa may look different from the books’ descriptions, ”Annemoyani Villa” also known as Daffodil Yellow Villa still holds this haunting feeling of the past. As this three-floor Venetian mansion, with its tall walls, its wide verandah and overgrown garden have remained unchanged since the days of the Durrells.

Follow our specialized tour guide in a fascinating experience to all Gerald Durrell’s favorite places when he was a child. Besides the houses where the family used to live, you will have the opportunity to visit the gorgeous secluded north-eastern bays and hidden coves which so beautifully depicted by Gerald in his books. Admire ”Pontikonisi”, a small island which Gerald and his sister Margo both loved to visit. You will look at the Chessboard Fields at ”Chalikiopoulou Lake” a place that the young naturalist Gerald described as his playground.

We, the locals, know that for the Durrells, the beauty of the island was not hidden only in the hydrologic sites, flower-filled olive groves, mountain walks and pebbled coves with crystal clear water. It was also in the Old Town of Corfu one of the most loved places of the family. So take the chance and enjoy privileged insights into the life regarding detailed information about the family as you walk through medieval streets, the so-called ”Kantounia”, filled with churches and imposing architecture. Right where the Durrells used to walk. Then we will stop for a relaxed coffee break where they used to drink their coffee, and you will recognize the busts of Lawrence and Gerald Durrell, at ”Boschetto” park, which were created in honour of our island’s famous residents.

Make the most of this amazing tour by taking photographs of the monuments of the Old Town, the palaces of Saint Michael and George and Mon Repo Palace ( where Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, was born), places that were the ideal settings for the needs of the filming of the popular television show.

For centuries, this unique island of the Mediterranean excites with its irresistible natural beauty, its visitors and all those who lived or live here. We created this great private tour for you who want to experience Corfu of Gerald Durrell. Meet the beauty of the landscape and embrace the hospitality and generosity of the locals, which was experienced by the Durrell’s in the 1930’s and still remains intact even today.
This tour is designed to last 4 hours (but can be customized depending on you).
Duration 4 hours
1-4 Persons
Darkas rep meet you at your hotel (starting Time discussable ideal time 10:00)
Price 1 to 4 pax. €480 ( over 4 hours any extra €100 with the minimum cover of 1 hour)
The excursion is scheduled with car that carried 1 wheelchair & 3 passengers.
Over than 1 wheelchair carrier price under request!

2)Achilleion – Kanoni Tour

Achilleion Palace
The Achilleion palace is located upon a hill on the traditional Corfu village Gastouri. A strange sense of awe overwhelms anyone that gazes over the imposing form of the Palace which dominates the area with its presence, residing between the cypress trees and other exotic plants and flowers which surround it.
The palace was built for the Empress Elisabeth to escape the tragedies of her life and William II purchased it after her untimely death.
Entering the palace you will be amazed by the beautiful gardens that surrounds the palace and the invaluable peace of arts like the ancient Greek statues of Zeus and Era and other smaller statues and sculptures. The roof, the surrounded walls, even the Catholic chapter of Elisabeth inside the palace are referred as precious peace of Arts. Even the outer area of the palace is decorated with columns, the ‘Peristyle of the Muses’, but the most valuable statue of Achilleion is the ‘Dying Achilles’ that represents Achilles dying trying to remove the spear from his ankle. It is the largest statue of Achilles, with unbelievable dimensions, which presents Achilles in a moment of victory. Next stop Kanoni.
Kanoni
Following a seaside road passing traditional villages on the west coast of Corfu we drive to Kanoni.
From Kanoni you can admire the famous view of Mouse Island (‘Pontikonisi’). According to the legend Mouse Island was formed when the ship that had taken Odysseus back to Ithaca, his home port, was turned to stone by Poseidon, god of the sea, angry at being defied by the Phaeceans. Under the Hill of Kanoni is the Convent of Vlachernas. From here you can take the boat to the Mouse Island itself.
From Kanoni your tour continues to Mon Repo.
Mon Repo park
Mon Repo park is a beautiful forest park inside of which is located the former summer residency of Queen of Greece, Konstantinos. The villa now, has become a museum open to all visitors. Further into the forest in Mon Repo’s Park there is a small Doric temple probably dedicated to Poseidon and dating from around 500 BC. Following a the path that is now created the tour into Mon Repo will lead you to the spring of Kardaki, by the sea. The spring with its water flowing from the mouth of a lion, is reputed to never dry up. According to the tradition, anyone who drinks from it is destined to return to Corfu. Next stop the old Fortress into the Old Corfu Town Center.
Old Fortress – Old Corfu town
The Old Fortress remains one of the most interesting tourist attraction of Corfu Island. Builded originally by the Venetians and a couple of centuries later British made some alterations.
It is a Byzantine Castle builded in the 15th century with an exceptional historical beauty and one of the most finest views from the top of the fort, of the island and old Corfu Town City.
From the Old Fortress your tour continues on foot visiting the Venetian style old Corfu Town center. The narrow streets between the houses, the numerous churches around every corner and the well know Liston, will amaze you and complete your tour in Corfu. Into the old Corfu Town center you can do some shopping, taste some of the traditional local foods of Corfu in one of the plenty restaurants which you will meet or even have a coffee in one of the Liston’s Cafes. Liston was built by the French in the same style as those in Rue de Rivoli, in Paris.
Saint Spryridon Church
Last stop Saint Spyridon Church in the heart of Old Corfu Town. The church was built in 1596 to house the relics. According to the local people Saint Spyridon, know also as the Miracle-Worker, has brought them safely through many trials, frightening both cholera and the Turks away from his beloved worshipers. It is the main Church of Corfu and a tremendous monument.
So with the blessings of Saint Spyridon your mini bus tour comes to its end. You will be transferred to the point where your tour had started, just outside the main entrance of the port, a few meters from your cruise ship, from where you can get back on board of your cruise ship filled with all these new pictures of the sceneries of the different places from your mini bus tour around Corfu Island.
This tour is designed to last 5 hours (but can be customized depending on you).
Duration 5 hours
1-4 Persons
Darkas rep meet you at your hotel (starting Time discussable ideal time 10:00)
Price 1 to 4 pax. €600 ( over 4 hours any extra €100 with the minimum cover of 1 hour)
The excursion is scheduled with car that carried 1 wheelchair & 3 passengers.
Over than 1 wheelchair carrier price under request!

3)Corfu’s Beauty’s

Kassiopi Village
Getting back on your mini bus, our last stop to the way back to your cruise ship will be Kassiopi village. Until recently Kassiopi village was just a picturesque fishing village with a lovely beach, but in the recent years it has rapidly evolved into a modern tourist resort.
Kassiopi flourished during the Roman period and according to the tradition, it had been visited by the emperor Nero. In the village you can visit the ruins of a fortress which is considered to be one of the strongest fortresses of the Corfiot countryside and also the most important religious monument of northern Corfu, the church of Panagia Kassopitras, which is said to be built on the foundations of the ancient temple of Zeus of Kassiopi. The church was built in the early years of Christianity, was destroyed by the Turks and rebuilt by the Venetians in 1580.
Leaving Kassiopi village, filled with the best pictures from the north part of Corfu your mini bus tour comes to its end. You will be driven back to the port, exactly where your tour had started ready to get back on board on your cruise ship heading to your next cruise destination.

Paleokastritsa
Paleokastritsa is located on the northwest coast of Corfu. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful villages of Corfu. It consists of six different small coasts and rocky beaches with crystal blue sea water. From almost each coast small boats can take you on a boat trip to the caves that can be found along its coastline to admire the crystal water and the beauty of the nature.
There are two most known and important caves that you will be visiting. The first one is called Nausika Cave, named after the daughter of the King of the Pheaceans. It is said that she found Odysseus here and nursed him back to health. The second is called Blue Eye due to a patch of incredibly blue water which resembles an eye.
Above the main coast on a hillside full of wild trees and olive trees facing the deep blue sea stand the Monastery of Theotokos. The Monastery was built around 12th century and inside in one of the cells a museum has been founded with Byzantine and post Byzantine icons. In the main courtyard of the monastery there is also an old well where you can throw a coin and make a wish which with the blessings of Virgin Mary Theotokos is said to come true.
The excursion will end outside the main entrance of the Port, exactly where your Best of Corfu tour started having experienced Corfu Island’s unique beauty for yourself.

around Corfu Island.
This tour is designed to last 5 hours (but can be customized depending on you).
Duration 5 hours
1-4 Persons
Darkas rep meet you at your hotel (starting Time discussable ideal time 10:00)
Price 1 to 4 pax. €600 ( over 4 hours any extra €100 with the minimum cover of 1 hour)
The excursion is scheduled with car that carried 1 wheelchair & 3 passengers.
Over than 1 wheelchair carrier price under request!

4) Corfu Historical Centre

This is a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town of Corfu; the jewel of Corfu island – a Venetian built town dating back to the 16th century, with later additions of unique monuments during its French and British eras.
Start your walking tour at the MON REPOS PALACE, built in 1831, it was originally the private estate of the British Commissioner of the island, Sir Adams, before it was presented as a gift to the Greek King George A’ and became the Greek Royal Palace; you will visit the museum with its unique British Colonial era and Archaeological exhibitions, followed by a short tour of the extensive estate and the local excavations.
Time to embark on the “historic sightseeing walking route”, during which your first stop will be at the Byzantine Church of St. Jason and Sosipatros, the oldest local still standing Byzantine church, dedicated the first two saints to preached Christianity to the locals.
Continues into the historic Old Town of Corfu, passing by its major monuments, the Old Town Hall “San Giacomo” (18th cent), the British Royal Palace (19th cent), the Liston, the Esplanade Square, the Old Venetian Fortress (16th cent).
Continues by visiting the 16th cent Church of Saint Spyridon, a unique example of a Venetian Orthodox Church, dedicated to the local protector saint of the island.

This tour is designed to last 5 hours (but can be customized depending on you).
Duration 3 hours
1-4 Persons
Darkas rep meet you at your hotel (starting Time discussable ideal time 10:00)
Price 1 to 4 pax. €260 ( over 4 hours any extra €100 with the minimum cover of 1 hour)
The excursion is scheduled with car that carried 1 wheelchair & 3 passengers.
Over than 1 wheelchair carrier price under request!

5)Beach day

Is the hotel heat a bit too much for you, why don’t escape for a chilled day at the beach? One of the best beaches located less than 30 minutes away from the hotel.
Ipsos: Crystalline waters and a hospitable beach across the length of the entire bay.
Upon arrival, the day is yours. Unwind in the shade with tropical cocktails. Enjoy over a delicious lunch in an local beachfront taverna, and pose for a souvenir photo to remember your Corfu Island experience. Ipsos it also has the distinction of being one of the resorts in the corfu that offers direct access to the sea. A ramp extends into the sea. Yes, it really is as epic as it sounds! You can roll right into the sea for a total immersion experience, but I recommend not doing so in a powered chair unless you want a bit of a shock.
To round out your day take a last dip in the crystal-clear Ionian waters before catching the afternoon back to hotel.
Memories of a lifetime which you and your family will always remember
This tour is designed to last as much you like
Duration as much you like
Persons as much you like
Darkas rep meet you at your hotel (starting Time discussable ideal time (any time you like)
Price 1 to 4 pax. €300* included only transfer hotel – beach – hotel (price with saloon car €100)
*The excursion is scheduled with car that carried 1 wheelchair & 3 passengers.
Over than 1 wheelchair carrier price under request!