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Nestos River Gorge & Xanthi Old Town: Private Cultural Safari

Journey into the dramatic Nestos River Gorge — a protected Natura 2000 wilderness — then explore Xanthi's exquisite Ottoman old quarter, one of the most authentically preserved in all of Greece.

What to expect

A private vehicle takes you west from Kavala into the Nestos River canyon, where you walk a section of the riverside trail beneath towering cliffs, listening to nothing but birdsong and rushing water. Continue to Xanthi, where your guide leads you through the UNESCO-candidate old town — past rose-painted mansions, a vibrant covered bazaar, and coffee houses where locals have sat for generations. Lunch at a traditional taverna before a leisurely return to port.

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Shore Excursions Group – Kavala Shore Excursions
From USD 177 pp (small group); private upgrade available — contact operator for bespoke quote
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Good to know

Xanthi is approx. 55 km west of Kavala (50 min drive); the Nestos Gorge trailhead is en route. This is a full excursion — plan on 6–7 hours. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Book in advance and confirm your all-aboard time explicitly with the operator. The trail section is flat and easy, suitable for most fitness levels.

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