Highlights

Explore Zakynthos Town, known as the Venice of the South, on a guided walking tour.
Marvel at magnificent vistas of Zakynthos and the azure Ionian Sea from the village of Bochali.
Visit the Monastery of Anafonitria and view its glorious 15th-century frescoes.
Shop for handicrafts, embroidery, honey and olive oil in the mountain village of Volimes.

Description

Enhance your shoreside experience with a Regent Choice small group tour. Hosting no more than 16 guests, these tours provide a more intimate experience and allow for more personal engagement with your knowledgeable guide.

Discover captivating Zakynthos during this coach and walking tour that introduces you to Zakynthos Town, the island’s oldest monastery and a traditional island village. You’ll begin your guided walking tour of Zakynthos Town, sometimes called the Venice of the South, at the expansive square named after Dionysios Solomos, the revered poet who wrote Greece’s national anthem. Pass splendid landmarks such as the Byzantine Museum and the Church of Saint Nicholas, and stroll along the city’s main shopping area. Board your coach for a photo stop at the village of Bochali, located below a Venetian fortress, and appreciate sweeping views of Zakynthos Town and the sparkling Ionian Sea. At the 14th-century Monastery of Anafonitria, you’ll learn that Saint Dionysios, Zakynthos’ patron saint, served as the monastery’s abbot for the majority of his life. View colorful 15th-century frescoes that were uncovered during the monastery’s painstaking renovation. In the traditional mountain village of Volimes, you’ll find colorful rugs, embroidery, honey and olive oil offered by roadside merchants. Choose a unique keepsake as a reminder of your magical day in this Greek paradise.

Helpful Hints

Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, closed-toed walking shoes.
Dress appropriately for a religious venue; shoulders and knees must be covered.
Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Disclaimer:

This tour includes approximately one hour of moderate walking. It is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. The tour’s length will vary dependent upon the time of year visited. Due to seasonal closings, April calls at Volimes village will be substituted with a visit to an olive factory near Likathia village, where guests can observe the production of Zakynthos’ famous olive oil. This tour has a limited capacity; therefore, it is recommended that guests pre-book this tour as early as possible.

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