Photos: Mercator, Gerhard, 1512-1594 Hondius, Iodocus, 1563-1612 Nicolaus, Cornelius Bottius, Adrianus, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain C messier, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Manfred Werner (Tsui), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Photo credits
Photos: Mercator, Gerhard, 1512-1594 Hondius, Iodocus, 1563-1612 Nicolaus, Cornelius Bottius, Adrianus, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain C messier, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Manfred Werner (Tsui), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Tragaea valley: olive groves and Byzantine chapels
Your local guide
Manos Kardasis
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Highlights
- Centuries old olive groves in dappled light
- Faded frescoes inside a small chapel
- Dozens of churches scattered across one valley
- A marble fountain still used by locals
- Naxos's quiet, mountainous interior
About this tour
This walk moves through the Tragaea valley, an area of old olive groves and small Byzantine chapels between the island's mountain villages. Manos shows the groves, one of the chapels tucked among the trees, and the village square at Filoti. He explains why so many small churches were built scattered across a single valley like this.
Manos checks his connection at the edge of the grove before walking the path slowly, stopping at the chapel for a closer look at its faded frescoes. He answers questions about the valley's history as he continues toward Filoti. A short list of the chapels and villages seen follows the call.
This suits travellers interested in the island's rural, inland side rather than its beaches. It also works well for anyone planning a longer hike through the valley themselves.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 6 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Naxos before heading out.
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Into the olive groves 17 min
Manos walks the path between old olive trees that fill the Tragaea valley, some of them said to be centuries old, the camera catching light filtering through the branches.
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A small Byzantine chapel 17 min
At a whitewashed chapel tucked among the trees, he points out faded frescoes inside the doorway, explaining how dozens of small churches like this one are scattered across the valley.
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The village of Filoti 17 min
Reaching the edge of Filoti, the largest village in the valley, he shows the main square and the marble fountain at its centre, still used by locals collecting water.
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Your questions 11 min
Time to ask anything about Naxos: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 5 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Naxian sourdough bread and Chora, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in Athens time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 8 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Naxos, showing you Into the olive groves and A small Byzantine chapel live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We connect on Google Meet, the link arrives with your booking. I walk the grove path slowly so the light through the trees comes through.
Times shown in Athens time (EET)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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