Traditional Lefkada Tour: Experience Lefkada's History, Food, and Scenic Faneromeni Monastery

Immerse yourself in Lefkada’s rich history, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and discover the hidden gem of Faneromeni Monastery nestled amidst picturesque pine trees.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Castle of Agia Maura - The Castle of Santa Maura (Greek: Κάστρο της Αγίας Μαύρας) is a historic fortress located at the northeastern tip of Lefkada, a Greek island. Initially constructed around 1300 as a small fortification to oversee access to the island, it was expanded into a walled town and became the island’s capital by the early 15th…
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
  • Professional driver/guide at your service
  • Lunch provided during the tour
  • Enjoy a comfortable ride with in-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (extra from included)
  • Gratuities
  • On-board WiFi
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

Discover the rich history, cuisine, and traditions of Lefkada, including the stunning Faneromeni Monastery nestled among the pine trees. Explore the charming traditional village of Karya, and optionally visit the folklore museum, which showcases the island’s traditions through the ages. Savor a delightful lunch in the village’s unique square, surrounded…

Location
Epar.Od. Lefkas - Vasilikis 19
Eparchiaki Odos Lefkas - Vasilikis
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Wcb45
Jul 28, 2025
A really informative and entertaining sightseeing trip. - This was an excellent visit. We were in a small bus of about 22 guests and were guided by Jeni who was knowledgable, friendly and a really good guide. Everyone on the visit was Dutch except us but Jeni was incredibly inclusive giving all the information in both Dutch and English. She ensured that we gelled as a group and we had very good fun. Pick up was exactly on time and we went first to the medieval castle. Jeni gave us lots of historical information and then we were left to wander. Our only complaint is that we would have liked a lot more time at the castle. Next we drove round the lagoon to the old windmills for a photo stop and then to a coffee shop for refreshments before heading up into the mountains to the monastery which was very beautiful and interesting. Our next stop was the village of Karia to a really interesting folk museum. Lunch was in a local taverna. Lunch was included in the visit and was plentiful and tasty. It was good to have time to chat with our fellow travellers. We had time to wander around before the bus back home with one more stop for photos. Jeni’s informative and entertaining commentary was most excellent and really made the trip. It was excellent value for money but longer at the castle would have been good.
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Kathryn_s
Jul 7, 2025
Made by jenny, the guide - The booking said that as English speakers we would receive written information only. Jenny, the wonderful guide, translated everything from Dutch to English for us, despite being the only two English speakers on the trip. Got to see some wonderful sites which you can't know the history of by yourself. The itinerary on the website isn't quite in the right order, but this didn't matter in the slightest and it was good heading to the castle first as the openness of the site would be unbearably hot later in the day. Inclusion of lunch keeps additional costs down. Would definitely recommend
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Lauralanas
May 31, 2022
English tour NOT in English!! - The trip stated in English and German, however the entire tour was delivered in German and Dutch! I missed the monastery as I had no idea what they were saying. I told the tour guide after and she did her best to give me a few updates for the rest of the tour in English but no where near what the rest of the groups were getting. At lunch time there were two long tables 1 for each party of Austrians and Germans and I was left on a table by myself until an Austrian lady moved my table to hers. The trip stated 5hrs which was going to be long enough in languages I didn’t understand but was actually 7.5hrs In total. The time actually spent wandering alone in Lefkada town was just half an hour which was the best bit but way to short! Shame because the tour guide was really friendly, the pick up went smooth and lunch included was good value for money- but it needed to be in English also which was what the tour was advertised as!
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From $88
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).