6-Hour Chios Island Sightseeing Tour
Highlights
Chios
Private Tour
6 Hours
Easy
English, Greek
Description
Discover the diverse charm of Chios Island on a 6-hour tailor-made tour that adapts entirely to your interests. Whether you wish to explore the island’s UNESCO-listed monasteries, walk through medieval villages like Pyrgi and Mesta, learn about the unique mastic cultivation process at a local museum, or relax on scenic beaches such as Apothika or Lefkathia, this tour gives you full flexibility.
Itinerary
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6-Hour Chios Island Tour Itinerary
- 09:00 – Pickup from Your Hotel
Meet your local host or driver. Discuss your preferences for the day. Choose between a northern or southern route based on interests such as culture, nature, or seaside relaxation. - Option A: Southern Chios – Culture and Mastic Villages
- 09:30 – Explore Mastic Villages (Pyrgi & Mesta)
Visit Pyrgi, famous for its black-and-white geometric patterns on buildings.
Continue to Mesta, a medieval village with stone alleyways and fortress-style architecture. - 11:00 – Mastic Museum Visit
Learn about the cultivation and significance of Chios mastic at this modern museum set in nature. - 12:00 – Photostops and Short Hike (Optional)
Stop for panoramic views. Take a short walking trail through mastic fields if desired. - 13:00 – Beach Stop or Lunch
Choose a beach stop at Apothika or Komi for a swim or beachside meal.
Alternatively, enjoy lunch in a local tavern in one of the villages. - 14:30 – Return Journey with Scenic Drive
Drive back via coastal or mountainous roads. Pause for photo opportunities along the way. - 15:00 – Drop-off at Your Hotel
Option B: Northern Chios – Nature, History, and Views
- 09:30 – Visit Nea Moni Monastery (UNESCO Site)
Explore this 11th-century monastery. Admire its remarkable Byzantine mosaics. - 10:30 – Anavatos or Avgonyma Village
Visit the ghost village of Anavatos or the picturesque stone-built village of Avgonyma with stunning views. - 11:30 – Volissos Village and Castle (Optional)
Walk through the quiet lanes of Volissos. Climb to the hilltop castle for breathtaking vistas. - 13:00 – Beach Break at Lefkathia or Limnos
Relax or swim at a serene northern beach. Enjoy the peaceful coastal setting. - 14:00 – Light Meal or Coffee Stop
Choose a traditional kafeneio or a seaside taverna for light refreshments. - 15:00 – Return to Hotel and Drop-off.
- 09:00 – Pickup from Your Hotel
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
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