The following is a list of optional daily tours for the participants of ECDL 2009 Conference and their accompanying persons. To register please download this form (Word document, appr. 700kb)

Grand Island Bus Tour

Starts from resort and heads to the picturesque fishermen’s village of Kouloura. At this point, the distance between Corfu and Albania is only 2 miles. Close by is Kalami, where the famous British author, Lawrence Durell lived two blissful years before the war.

We continue passing through Nissaki, Ipsos and Dassia, to the Venetian –and English influenced Corfu town.

After a short exploration of the town, we head for Kanoni, from where we enjoy the famous view of the mouse island, Corfu’s landmark and the Vlacherna convent.

The tour resumes with a visit of the Achilion Palace, built by the Empress Elisabeth of Australia.

Visit of the museum dedicated to her from the Kaiser Willheim II and view of the gardens and statues.

From there, we go to Paleokastritsa, the most popular and picturesque area of the island. Visit of the 13th century Greek Orthodox Monastery (there will be plenty of time for lunch, swimming or boat trips).

Then, we go to Bella Vista, described by Lawrence Durell as having the most beautiful view in the whole Mediterranean.

Travel through Troumpeta Pass, to enjoy a spectacular view of the North and Central parts of the island.

Daily tours: Wednesday (30/9), Sunday (27/9 & 4/10)
Duration: approx. 11.00-19.30
Language: English

Price: Adults: euros 40.00 per person
Children 4-12 years old: 20.00 euros
Children up to 04 years old: free

Price includes transfers from & to hotel
Entrance in museum is not included

Full day bus tour: Paleopolis, Paleocastritsa, Bella vista and the north eastern part of the island

Leave Kanoni and drive along the road of Paleopolis and guiding tour of Paleopolis from the bus.

We continue our drive to visit the town of Corfu, Kerkyra or Coryfo in Greek. Only by strolling around the narrow streets [kantounia] one will actually appreciate the unique flavour of the town. It’s main monuments of English, French and Venetian influence are beautiful to the eye.

A half hour’s drive away from Corfu, Paleokastritsa rightly claims a high position in the beauties of the Mediterranean. It has two peninsulas and six small bays. The north peninsula belongs to the monastery of our Lady built at the top in 1225 and enjoying breathtaking views. There is a museum with some rare icons. There is time for the sea lovers to either swim or visit the caves.

Thick woodland, sharp cliffs sandy beaches and crystal clear waters compose an unforgettable beauty which can be best appreciated from Bella Vista. This is a famous spot at the top of the rocks, which can be reached along a winding road through the picturesque village of Lakones. One deserves to take a little time to absorb the beauty!

Continue driving through picturesque villages and serene olive groves, reaching Kassiopi village at the north eastern tip of the island. The ruins of a medieval castle can be seen above the pretty little fishermen’s port.

Driving along the eastern coast southward now, we pass along the pretty little port of Kouloura and stop for lunch in one of the beaches on our way to town.

This tour will take place the following days:
Monday (28/9), Tuesday (29/9), Thursday (1/10), Friday (2/10)
Duration: approx. 11.00-18.30
Language: English

Price: Adults: euros 40.00 per person
Children 4-12 years old: 20.00 euros
Children up to 04 years old: free

Paxos Island – Parga (Cruise)

Departing from the harbor of Corfu, we have a unique view of the old town, situated among the two Venetian fortresses. Sailing towards the south of Corfu we see the Kanoni peninsula and the palace of Mon Repos where Prince Phillip was born.

As we approach the channel between Corfu and Paxos we see in front of us the green island of Paxos covered mostly with olive a Cyprus trees.

Entering the narrow channel which leads us to the picturesque small port of Gaios village, we see a breathtaking view of the two islands Panagia and Agios Nikolaos.

From the harbor close to the center of Gatos village you can easily walk through the lovely narrow streets and enjoy the local color. 

Then we sail towards the Greek mainland and the town of Parga where you will have the opportunity to swim or visit the town and the fortress, which lies on a small peninsula not far from the port.

As we return to Corfu, we sail close to the mainland enjoying another spectacular view of the impressive rocky coast and the sandy beaches.

Daily tours: Wednesday (30/9), Saturday (26/9 & 3/10) & Sunday (27/9 & 4/10)
Duration: approx. 08.40-18.00
Language: English

Price: Adults: euros 40.00 per person
Children 4-12 years old: 20.00 euros
Children up to 04 years old: free

The boat remains 2 hours at Paxos and 2 hours at Parga (approx.)
Price includes transfers from and to hotel

Needed items

Passport or identity card, photo and/or video camera, glasses, hat, comfortable shoes, and a small bottle of water, especially for the visits to archaeological monuments. Also, you can have your swim suit, towel and sun-protection lotion, if you wish to swim.