Excursion Corfu “foodie” walking tour tour at Korfu

Experience the exquisite flavours of Corfu on-foot during this leisurely, half-day foodie excursion through the Old Town, an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Corfu, Bonati Arch, Old Town Walking Tour, Tastings of Corfiot Cuisine

Depart the pier for the short drive to the Old Town of Corfu, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enter the Old Town through the Bonati Arch, and begin your guided walking tour of the Old Town. Along the way, stops are made for tastings of Corfiot cuisine in local shops, delicatessens and taverns.

Jewish Quarter, Old Synagogue, Venetian Town Hall, St. Spyridon Church, Bell Tower, Tastings

Venture into the Jewish Quarter, and pass by a 300-year-old synagogue. Marvel at the late-17th-century, Venetian-styled Town Hall before stopping at Afthonia, a small shop selling locally-made products. Upon arrival, proceed for a tasting of bread with olive oil and Corfiot 'mandola', or caramelised, roasted almonds. Your walking tour resumes past the 16th-century St. Spyridon Church with its red-domed bell tower en route to a nearby delicatessen. Here, sample a spoonful of fresh ice cream flavours.

Tastings, Liston Piazza & Free Time

Next, a visit is made to George's, a traditional store, for a tasting of authentic, smoked 'nouboulo' ham. Afterward, top off your tasting tour at Pergola, a traditional, family-owned tavern serving local wine and 'bourdeto', a spicy fish casserole in paprika-tinged tomato sauce. Following your visit, approximately one hour of free time is made available to explore the Old Town. Stroll the cobbled streets, snap photos of fortresses and palaces, enjoy a coffee whilst relaxing in the elegant Liston Piazza, and/or browse the local shops for souvenirs. At the conclusion of your foodie walk, tastings and sightseeing in the Old Town, return to your coach at the designated time, then commence the short transfer back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Corfu, Bonati Arch, Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Old Synagogue, Town Hall, St. Spyridon Church, Tastings of Corfiot Cuisine, Liston Piazza, Free Time

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.4 miles (about 3 kilometres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with food allergies, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Your guide designates a time and place to re-join your coach for the drive back to the pier. 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. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Please note that the island gets very busy during the summer months (July, August) and a lot of venues are crowded.