Koronos: A Village Life Experience

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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Language
English, Greek
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Discover the heart of Koronos village through a guided, intimate journey. Engage in basket weaving, cook Naxian delicacies, and savor homemade meals, immersed in tradition and genuine hospitality.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Enjoy a small-group experience for a more personal connection. Your host is a local from the village, sharing deep knowledge and hidden stories. Take part in a hands-on basket weaving session with a local artisan, learning traditional techniques passed down through generations. Prepare authentic Naxian dishes in a family-run taverna, using ingredients from the hosts’ own garden—vegetables, meat, yogurt, and more. Share a homemade feast around the table, paired with local wine and warm conversation. Walk through stone-paved alleys and feel the timeless charm of Koronos. This is more than just an experience—it’s a journey into real village life, full of authenticity, connection, and unforgettable moments.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Village Salad
With local vegetables and local homemade cheese
STARTER
Traditional Tzatziki
With homemade yogurt
MAIN
Traditional and Homemade Dish of the Day
Mpriam: Local Dish made from Seasonal Vegetables and Cooked with Fresh Tomatoes and Local Herbs. OR Lamb with Potatoes (everything local)
DESSERT
Desert of the Day
Homemade with Fresh Products

What You Get

Tour With a Local Host inside the Village Learning Everything About the Unique History of the place.
Bottled water
Lunch
Private transportation
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • This village is not suitable for travelers with mobility issues, as it is known for its many staircases and uneven paths
  • Not Recommended for infants and Kids under 7 years old
  • Not Recommended for travellers with mobility issues.
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Join us in the mountain village of Koronos for a truly immersive experience rooted in Naxian tradition. Step inside a family-run taverna, where you'll join a warm and experienced host in preparing cherished local recipes passed down through generations. Everything used—vegetables, meat, yogurt, and more—is sourced from the family’s own farm, offering you a true taste of homegrown Naxian cuisine. As you cook, you'll also observe how the older generation still prepares and enjoys their meals, preserving a timeless way of life. After the cooking session, take a short stroll with your local host through the stone-paved alleys of this picturesque village. Then, enjoy a brief hands-on basket weaving activity guided by a local artisan. We end by sitting around the taverna table, sharing the food you've helped create, accompanied by local wine and heartwarming conversation—an unforgettable taste of village life and connection. Enjoy a small-group experience for a more personal connection. Your host is a local from the village, sharing deep knowledge and hidden stories. A unique opportunity to meet authentic Naxians and explore real island life beyond the tourist path.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Matina - Stavros Traditional Houses, Naxos, Greece, GR, 843 01

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Meeting point is at the village entrance, in front of a traditional Airbnb. Your host will meet you there. If the small parking lot nearby is full, there is a second one just 1 minute away, next to the village school.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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from  $119.34 
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Please note that the time is in Eastern European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: July 11, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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