Private Half-Day Corfu Tour: Paleokastritsa, Kanoni & Old Town

See Corfu's three landmark views in one morning, with time to wander the Old Town on your own

A private half-day tour of Corfu takes you to three of the island's most photographed spots: Paleokastritsa Beach on the west coast, Kanoni with its views of Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery, and Old Corfu Town for an hour of self-guided exploration. An English-speaking driver handles the route in an air-conditioned vehicle, and pickup is included. The tour runs about four and a half hours and can be customized to your interests.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Corfu's highlights and Old Town

• Visit Paleokastritsa Beach
• Drive to Monastery of Virgin Mary
• Free time in Old Corfu Town

The experience

You start at Paleokastritsa Beach, the island's most famous stretch of sand on the west coast. The beach sits below limestone cliffs and opens onto clear water. You can swim, walk the shoreline for photos, or book a separate boat trip to the Caves of Paleokastritsa if the water draws you. From there, the driver takes you inland to the Monastery of Virgin Mary, perched above the beach. You reach it by car, so no climbing required. The whole stop gives you time to move at your own pace without a guide narrating every detail.

Next is Kanoni, a promontory on the east side of the island known for two things: the view of Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery sitting on the water, and the sight of planes descending toward the nearby runway. It's one of Corfu's best spots for photographs, and the driver will give you space to find your angles. From Kanoni, you head into Old Corfu Town for the final hour of the tour: free time to walk the narrow streets, duck into shops, find a café, or simply wander without a schedule pushing you forward.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats up to a small group comfortably, so luggage and children travel without cramping the space. The driver speaks English and knows the route, but this is not a guided commentary tour. It's a private transfer that stops at the three places worth seeing and leaves you room to discover them yourself. If you want to adjust the stops or spend longer at one of them, the tour can be customized before you book.

What’s included

• English-speaking driver.
• private air-conditioned vehicle.
• pickup included.
• stops at Paleokastritsa Beach, the Monastery of Virgin Mary, Kanoni, and Old Corfu Town.
• one hour of free time in Old Corfu Town.
• all taxes and fees.

Options for this experience

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Up to 15 per booking · Guide in EnglishNo fixed time

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesUp to 86 years

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Capo Greco Travel Corfu - Private Transfers & Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the private tour with a driver if you want to move between Corfu's three main viewpoints without navigating yourself, and you prefer having an hour to explore Old Corfu Town at your own pace rather than following a guide through it. The four-and-a-half-hour length fits a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I swim at Paleokastritsa Beach during the tour?

Yes. Paleokastritsa Beach is your first stop, and you have time to swim in the clear water, walk the sand, or take photos. A separate boat trip to the Caves of Paleokastritsa costs extra and can be arranged on the day if you want it.

How much free time do I get in Old Corfu Town?

You have one hour to explore Old Corfu Town on your own at the end of the tour. That's enough time to walk the main streets, visit a shop or two, or sit at a café without feeling rushed.

What is Kanoni known for besides the views?

Kanoni sits near the runway of Corfu's airport, so you'll see planes landing and taking off while you're standing there. It's an unusual vantage point. The main draw is the view of Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery on the water, which makes it one of the island's most photographed spots.

Is the Monastery of Virgin Mary in Paleokastritsa included in the tour?

The tour stops at the Monastery of Virgin Mary above Paleokastritsa Beach. You reach it by car rather than walking, so it's accessible without climbing, and you have time to see it as part of the route.

Do I need to book the boat trip to the Caves of Paleokastritsa in advance?

The boat trip to the Caves of Paleokastritsa is not included in the tour price and costs extra. You can arrange it on the day if you decide you want to go, or skip it and spend your time at the beach instead.

What if I want to spend more time at one of the stops?

The tour can be customized to your interests before you book. Let the operator know if you want to linger at Paleokastritsa, Kanoni, or Old Corfu Town, and they'll adjust the schedule accordingly.