Excursion Achilleion 'sissi' palace tour at Korfu

Spend your time in Corfu visiting some of the best highlights that the island has to offer.

Achilleion Palace

Depart the pier via coach for the 30-minute drive to Gastouri. Your first stop is the Achilleion Palace, the former residence of Empress of Austria and later that of Kaiser Wilhelm II. Visit the museum and see many of the mementos of both Monarchs. Enjoy the spendour of the Palace's landscaped gardens with the many beautiful statues that include the famous Triumphant Achilles and Dying Achilles. After your visit, re-board the coach and depart for Kanoni.

Kanoni

Following a scenic drive along the coastal road of Perama, you arrive at Kanoni, a suburb of Corfu town. A brief stop allows time to admire the views and take photographs of the famous Mouse Island and the small islet with the nunnery of The Holy Virgin of Vlacherena.

Corfu Old Town

Continuing on via coach to Corfu town, now a member of the UNESCO World Heritage List, take a guided walking tour in the historical center of the fascinating old city past sights that include the Residence of the British High commissioner, a splendid Edwardian building completed in 1824. Once the seat of the Knights of Saint Michael and Saint George until 1864, it later became the Palace of the King of Greece. Note the bronze statue of the British High Commissioner, Sir Frederick Adam. Walk through Corfu's Historical Center, past Town Hall, once a Venetian theater, built in 1690, and the Church of Saint Spyridon, Patron Saint of Corfu with its rare icons and where the holy body of the Saint lies in a crypt.

After your walking tour, re-board your coach for the return to the pier. Guests may remain in town and use shuttle bus to return back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Achilleion Palace, The Venetian quarters of Corfu's Historical Center, The Church of Saint Spyridon, Patron Saint of Corfu, Old Town

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount (approximately 45 minutes) of walking over uneven and cobbled surfaces. There are approximately 50 stairs to ascend at the Achilleion Palace. It is not suitable for guests who utilise a wheelchair and those with limited mobility. Lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The town of Corfu will be explored on foot. Respectful attire must be worn when entering religious buildings, ladies must have their shoulders and knees covered and shorts are not permitted. Guiding, flash photography and filming are not permitted inside religious buildings. Please note that the island gets very busy during the summer months (July, August) and a lot of venues are crowded; the Palace in particular where guests may encounter queuing. Tour sequence may vary.