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Private Island Drive: Lefkes, Naoussa & the Byzantine Road

A bespoke private island tour weaving through marble-cobbled Lefkes, the Byzantine footpath to Prodromos, and the pastel harbor of Naoussa — Paros's most beautiful villages in a single, unhurried arc.

What to expect

The tour begins in the hilltop village of Lefkes, Paros's former medieval capital, where whitewashed lanes tunnel between bougainvillea-draped houses and the scent of wild thyme fills the air. Your guide leads you onto the ancient Byzantine marble-paved trail — a 4-km ridge walk with views across the Aegean — before transferring you to charming Naoussa. Here, fishing boats bob against candy-coloured walls and waterfront restaurants serve the island's legendary fresh catch. A final stop at the Church of Ekatontapyliani, one of Greece's oldest and most sacred Byzantine basilicas, brings the day to a quietly spectacular close.

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Paros Private Tours (paros-tours.com)
From EUR 280 for a private half-day tour (up to 4 guests, by air-conditioned vehicle)
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Good to know

Half-day tours run 4–5 hours — well within most port schedules. Pick-up directly from the cruise tender dock at Parikia can be arranged. The Byzantine footpath involves moderate walking on uneven marble; wear closed-toe shoes. Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead.

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