Nat Geo Day Tour: Flavours of Corfu, Cook with Locals at an Organic Farm

Nat Geo Day Tour: Flavours of Corfu, Cook with Locals at an Organic Farm

Feel the soul of Corfu at Bioporos Organic Farm, situated on the banks of Korission lagoon. Your deep dive into Corfiot farming begins with an introduction to your hosts for the day and the true stars of the show: the farm's owners.First, you'll join the host's mother who will teach you how to make organic cosmetics, such as face masks, beeswax cream, and more. You'll use ingredients which you can find in your kitchen or garden back home, and take your creations with you at the end of the day.Next, prepare a traditional Corfiot pie, mix up your own tzatziki and knead bread. Your host will light the wood-burning oven and soon you can enjoy the aromas of the slow-cooked pie and bread you helped to prepare.While your lunch bakes, the owner himself will lead you through the farm, proudly showing off his collection of farming tools, his olive trees and bee hives. His tales illuminate the relationship between Corfu and olive farming, and his passion for regenerative agriculture shines through when he demonstrates how he promotes the conservation of endemic plant species. You'll also discover the history of this EU-protected lagoon and its impact on the local people, as well as details of the surrounding wildlife, rare flora and numerous bird species found here.After your trip around the farm, you'll savor lunch fresh from the oven, paired with a fresh salad from the farm's garden. For dessert, relax with a cup of coffee while you gaze over the idyllic scenery.

Corfu Catamaran Cruise with Traditional Greek Lunch and Drinks

Our ultimate catamaran trip gives you a new perspective on Corfu. The island's rugged coastline is the backdrop of this relaxing day out, which features plenty of swimming stops. What's more, a traditional lunch and drinks round off the experience. Spiros, one of our local guides, says, ‘This cruise for me is Corfu in a nutshell – in the lap of luxury and in the lap of the gods. You get to enjoy vistas of heavenly coastline whilst living it up on board with unlimited drinks and a typical Greek lunch.'You'll be picked up and brought to the harbour to board your catamaran – and from here on in, you won't have to lift a finger. This cruise is all about soaking up the sun and enjoying the scenery. Steep cliffs, secluded beaches and little fishing villages surrounded by juniper green vegetation – it's quite a view. Spiros adds, ‘This catamaran is the real deal, with a trampoline net for lying on. It's like being on a hammock – but over the water. I love it.' Along the way you'll get to spot some famous landmarks from the hit-series 'The Durrells', as well as the house of the real Laurence Durrell, back in the 1930s. And, there's at least four anchored stops for you to dive into the Ionian Sea and use the snorkelling equipment provided. Relax on the breezy deck or in the shaded area, before a lunch of Greek specialities and drinks await. Plus, you'll have a crew at hand to cater for every need, as well as give you information on Corfu and the fauna and flora of the Ionian.

Corfu east coast catamaran cruise with drinks and snacks

A half day at sea to blow the cobwebs away. This catamaran cruise has all the ingredients for a morning or afternoon of total relaxation, including scenic sailing around Corfu, beer on tap and snorkelling opportunities between sunbathing on deck.

Adults-only Corfu sunset catamaran cruise with drinks and snacks

When it comes to relaxing cruises, this one is in a league of its own. Sailing along the coast of Corfu towards sunset is what being on holidays is all about. Snacks, drinks and a swimming stop are also included in this adults-only catamaran trip.

AQUALAND -TICKET ONLY

Make a splash at Corfu's wildest waterpark. Packed full of rides, slides and relaxation areas, Aqualand promises thrills and spills for all the family. From white-knuckle chutes to the kids' splash park and the lazy river, there's something here for everyone.

Sea Safari with Rib Boat

Setting off from Paleokastritsa, we'll cruise north west towards Porto-Timoni double bay, where we'll stop for a while. Next up, we'll head for Diapoulo Island to spend some time swimming and jumping from the rocks. After this we'll make our way to Mathraki Island where there's a pristine sandy beach, and a chance to have lunch at a local fishermans taverna. Then we'll start making our way back, stopping off at the beautiful twin beach.

North west Corfu premium sunset 4x4 safari

Get set for a sunset adventure on this premium 4x4 tour of Northwest Corfu. Soak up panoramic views while driving through traditional villages and off-road trails, with photo stops along the way. You'll enjoy the personalised experience of a semi-private tour for up to six people per 4x4 vehicle with a driver-escort. You'll round off with a mezze platter and wine at a traditional local tavern.

Private Organic Farm Tour & Corfu Cooking Lesson

Go local with a private lesson in cooking Corfiot cuisine. Visit Bioporos Organic Farm and get hands on in creating your very own Greek feast. Take a tour of the estate to learn about their farm-to-table ethos, before helping prepare a selection of traditional dishes that you'll dine on for lunch. You'll drop by the cosy fishing village of Benitses first, where you'll take a short walking tour. Then it's off to Bioporos Organic Farm. Tucked-away in Corfu's sun-kissed countryside by the cooling shores of Korission Lake, the farm boasts almost ideal conditions for growing great produce. Welcomed by one of the farm's friendly team, you'll take a walk through fields full of fruit trees and vegetables to find out how their farm-to-fork approach helps get the best from mother earth.And it's this larder of farm-fresh ingredients you'll be using to create two of Corfu's favourite dishes. Under the eye of a local chef, you'll learn how to make a typical Corfiot vegetable pie, plus the famous tzatziki sauce. Once the food is cooked, you'll tuck into your creations for lunch served with drinks.

Private Achillion Palace and Corfu Town Tour

Following in the footsteps of Empress Elizabeth of Austria, you'll discover her favourite place in Corfu on this private half-day tour – Achillion Palace. Combine this with a guided visit around the Old Town of Corfu, and you have scenery, culture and history all wrapped up in one trip.After pick-up from the hotel, you'll travel to your first point of call on the tour, Achillion Palace. It was built for the Empress Sisi, and commands views over Corfu town and down to the coast below. And the best part is you'll have a privately guided tour, so you can take in every detail of the luxurious halls and gardens filled with statues of mythical gods from ancient Greece.There's a quick photo stop in Kanoni, famous for its fabulous views across Mouse Island, before you head into the Old Town of Corfu. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your guide, passing by the monument of St Spryridon and much more. After the tour, you'll have free time for shopping and sightseeing before we head back.

Private Panoramic Tour Corfu

This grand tour of Corfu takes you to some of the island's top sights in just one morning. Starting at Paleokastritsa and travelling on to Lakones then Corfu town, you'll discover picturesque mountain villages, ancient monasteries and much more.The tour kicks off at picture-perfect Paleokastritsa, the seaside village where Odysseus first set foot on Corfu. We'll wind our way up the hills to the 13th-century Monastery of Virgin Mary, where we'll admire Byzantine icons before poking around the museum. What's more, its clifftop location offers impressive views over the bay and is a great place to take some snaps.Sat on the slope of a verdant mountain is the quaint village of Lakones – our next stop. White and blue stone houses dot the narrow streets, like something off a postcard. We'll then head to Bella Vista for some spectacular island views. We'll round things off checking out Corfu town's must-sees, like the 300-year-old St Spryridon church and the main plaza, Liston Square. You'll have free time to explore the shops, museums and cafes before heading back.