Greece · Beach & Island

8-Hour Guided Parga Coastline Tour with Castle and Lichnos Beach

8 Hours Round trip from Πάργα Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the amphitheatrically built "Nymph of Epirus" town of Parga
02 Visit the Castle of Parga, a Venetian stronghold with centuries of history
03 Relax at Lichnos Beach, known for its deep blue, crystal-clear waters
04 See olive groves, hidden coves, and white-sand stretches along the Ionian coast
05 Enjoy lunch by the sea at Lichnos Beach

Come and experience the beauty of the Parga area for yourself on this guided tour along one of Epirus' must-see coastlines. The amphitheatrically built "Nymph of Epirus" town of Parga charms visitors with its imposing castle, the Island of Panagia church and chapel, beautiful alleys, and paved seaside promenade, as well as nearby Valtos, Kryoneri, and Lychnos with their distinct crystal-clear waters. Olive groves reaching the crystalline waters of the Ionian Sea and hidden coves with white sand reveal the genuine nature of Parga. Here, history and culture, mountain and sea, castles and villages, flavors and gastronomy all blend together with the unique hospitality of the local people.

And, if you're feeling adventurous, be sure to visit the legendary Cave of Aphrodite, where the goddess of beauty is said to have once swum.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Ioannina

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Discover the Seaside Charm of Parga Town

Come and experience the beauty of the Parga area for yourself!
The amphitheatrically built "Nymph of Epirus" town of Parga is one of the must-sees of the coastline. Some of the reasons that make a visit worthwhile are the Castle, standing imposingly at the highest point of the town, the Island of Panagia church and chapel, the beautiful alleys, and the paved promenade by the sea, as well as nearby Valtos, Kryoneri, and Lychnos with their distinct crystal-clear waters.
Olive groves reaching the crystalline waters of the Ionian Sea and hidden coves with white sand will transport you into the genuine nature of Parga. History and culture, mountain and sea, castles and villages, flavors and gastronomy - in Parga, everything blends together along with the unique hospitality of the local people.

Day 02

Step into History at the Castle of Parga

The first creators of the fortification were the Normans at the end of the 14th century, and then the Castle followed the fate of Parga, which, depending on the geopolitical conditions in the Mediterranean, belonged to the Venetians, Ottomans, French, and English.
Today, the Castle built by the Venetians in the 16th century, when they were the owners of Parga, and the additional works made by Ali Pasha are preserved.
Inside the Castle, beyond the paved entrance and an imposing iron gate, you can see, among other things, houses and watchtowers, as well as old cannons.
It is a fortification project that was destroyed and rebuilt several times and stands on the promontory between Valtos Beach and the port of Parga, reminding us that Parga, in addition to being a famous tourist resort, also had geostrategic importance over the centuries.

Day 03

Unwind at Lichnos Beach and the Cave of Aphrodite

Through traditional olive trees that witness the presence of the Venetians in the area, the visitor discovers a beach synonymous with deep blue, a long golden sandy shore with pebbles, and crystal-clear blue waters.
And, if you're feeling adventurous, be sure to visit the legendary Cave of Aphrodite, where the goddess of beauty is said to have once swum.
Lunch at Lichnos Beach while enjoying the sea.