Private Corfu Tour: Paleokastritsa & Glyfada beaches

Two beaches in one morning, no guide narration. Just the driver and the turquoise water

A private transfer tour of Corfu that takes you to Paleokastritsa and Glyfada beaches in a single outing, with hotel or cruise port pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle. You swim in the turquoise waters at Paleokastritsa, explore the 13th-century monastery and optional cave boat trip, then move on to Glyfada's award-winning sandy beach for water sports or a quiet afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Paleokastritsa and Glyfada beaches

• Travel to Paleokastritsa
• Explore Paleokastritsa village and harbor
• Optional boat trip to caves
• Visit 13th century monastery
• Drive to Glyfada beach
• Relax on Glyfada sandy beach
• Optional water sports at Glyfada

The experience

Four and a half hours gets you to both of Corfu's most recognizable beaches without the pace of a guided tour. The driver picks you up from your cruise ship (meeting you at the pier with a sign bearing your name) or your hotel, then drives you northwest to Paleokastritsa, about 25 kilometers from Corfu Town. The village sits along stunning bays and a picturesque harbor where excursion boats depart for the nearby caves: a 35 to 40 minute boat trip you can add on if you want it. The Monastery of the Virgin Mary overlooks the village and holds 15th-century icons if you choose to visit.

After Paleokastritsa, the vehicle takes you to Glyfada, a sandy beach with shallow waters and a Blue Flag award. It's fully equipped with bars and restaurants, and water sports are available. You control how long you stay at each stop and what you do there: sunbeds and umbrellas can be arranged, or you can swim and move on. The air-conditioned vehicle waits, and the driver brings bottled water for the ride.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional driver.
• pickup and drop-off from your cruise ship or hotel.
• bottled water.
• all taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayLast departure this season: 15 Nov

AgesUp to age 90

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.

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Vanakee

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving by cruise ship or staying without a rental car. The driver handles navigation and timing to both beaches, so you spend the morning swimming instead of driving. The private format means you set the pace at each stop and skip anything that doesn't interest you.

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Top questions

What is the Monastery of the Virgin Mary in Paleokastritsa?

The Monastery of the Virgin Mary sits at the end of the coastal road in Paleokastritsa, overlooking the village and harbor. It holds a collection of post-Byzantine icons and religious objects, including precious icons from the 15th century.

Can I take a boat trip to the caves from Paleokastritsa?

Yes, a boat trip to the caves is optional and departs from the harbor in Paleokastritsa. The trip lasts 35 to 40 minutes and costs 15 euros per person if you're traveling with a group, or 20 euros per person if it's a private boat.

What water sports are available at Glyfada beach?

Glyfada offers water sports options, though the specific activities are not detailed in the tour information. The beach is fully equipped with bars and restaurants, and sunbeds and umbrellas can be arranged if you want them.

Do I need to book the optional activities in advance?

The caves boat trip and sunbed rentals are optional add-ons you can arrange during the tour. You can customize the itinerary according to your needs and wishes, so you decide what to include once you're there.