Chlemoutsi Castle & Kyllini thermal baths from Katakolon port

Chlemoutsi Castle, thermal baths and a swim at Skafidia in one morning

A four-hour shore excursion from Katakolon port combining Chlemoutsi Castle, Kyllini's thermal baths and Skafidia beach, with driver-guide, port pickup and bottled water included. The tour skips the long lines at the castle and includes roughly 90 minutes at the fortress itself, an hour at the thermal baths, and an hour for swimming and coffee at the beach. A licensed guide inside the castle is available as an add-on option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Chlemoutsi castle and Kyllini tour

• Start tour near Katakolon port gate
• Visit Chlemoutsi castle for 1.5 hours
• Relax at Kyllini thermal baths for 1 hour
• Swim and have coffee at Skafidia beach

The experience

Chlemoutsi Castle sits on a hilltop overlooking the rural Ilia region, and the tour spends about 90 minutes there so you can walk through the fortress the Franks built and the Greeks renamed. The castle was significant enough in its time that Roman archaeological ruins still mark the thermal baths at Kyllini, your next stop, where the waters have been known since ancient times and remain open to the public today. An hour there lets you soak or walk the grounds before heading to Skafidia beach for a swim in what the operator describes as some of the cleanest water in Greece, with time for coffee or a light lunch.

Port pickup and drop-off are included, and the driver provides live commentary in English throughout the four-hour route. Bottled water comes with the tour. You can book either a sedan car for a smaller group or a minibus, depending on your party size. If you want a licensed guide to walk you through the castle itself rather than exploring on your own, that's an add-on choice at checkout. Bring a swimming suit, and note that the tour is wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Port pickup and drop-off from Katakolon.
• driver-guide with live English commentary.
• bottled water.
• guaranteed skip-the-line access at Chlemoutsi Castle.

Options for this experience

2 options

Up to 4 per booking · Guide in EnglishNo fixed time

Up to 15 per booking · Guide in EnglishNo fixed time

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Paid on site€ 4

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Stathopoulos Theocharis

Is this one for you?Book the sedan if your group is small and you want a more intimate pace. Choose the minibus if you're traveling with a larger party and prefer shared costs. The four-hour window works for cruise passengers with a few hours between ship arrivals and departures.

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Top questions

What is Chlemoutsi Castle and why does the tour spend so much time there?

Chlemoutsi is one of the most beautiful castles in Greece, built by Franks who called it Clermont before the Greeks renamed it. The 90-minute stop lets you walk the fortress on top of the hill and take in the scale of the place without rushing through it.

Are the Kyllini thermal baths still in use, or are they just ruins?

The Kyllini thermal baths are operational and open to the public today. Roman archaeological ruins are visible there, marking their importance in ancient times, and you'll have about an hour to experience them during the tour.

Can I swim at Skafidia beach, and is there time for lunch?

Yes, swimming is the main activity at Skafidia beach, and you'll have roughly an hour there. You can also order a coffee or light lunch at the beach, though food and drinks are not included in the tour price.

Do I need to book a guide inside Chlemoutsi Castle, or can I explore it on my own?

You can explore the castle on your own during your 90 minutes there. A licensed guide inside the castle is available as an optional add-on you can select at checkout if you'd prefer guided commentary.

What's the difference between the sedan car and minibus options?

The sedan car is for smaller groups, while the minibus accommodates larger parties. Both include the same driver-guide, port pickup, commentary and route. You choose based on your group size.