From Nafplio Port: Bourtzi Fortress & Karathona
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy a boat ride to the iconic Bourtzi Fortress and finish your experience with a laid-back beach break at Karathona Beach—an ideal mix of sightseeing and relaxation for cruise passengers. Your tour begins at the Nafplio cruise port, located in one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal towns. From here, board a local boat for a short ride across the Argolic Gulf to Bourtzi Fortress, a striking Venetian-era stronghold built on a small islet at the entrance of the harbor. Accompanied by your guide, explore the exterior and learn about the fortress’s strategic role in Nafplio’s maritime history, while enjoying excellent views of the Old Town and coastline—perfect for memorable photos. After returning to shore, continue by vehicle to Karathona Beach, a peaceful bay known for its soft golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Relax comfortably with included sunbeds and umbrellas, take a refreshing swim, or simply enjoy the tranquil coastal atmosphere away from the crowds.
Inclusions
What's included
- Sunbeds & Beach Umbrellas
- Small Group Tour - max. 16 participants
- Port pick up & Drop Off
- Local Guide
- All Entrance Fees
What's not
- Food , Drinks
Itinerary
From here, board a local boat for a short ride across the Argolic Gulf to Bourtzi Fortress, a striking Venetian-era stronghold built on a small islet at the entrance of the harbor.
Karathona Beach is a peaceful bay known for its soft golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Relax comfortably with included sunbeds and umbrellas, take a refreshing swim, or simply enjoy the tranquil coastal atmosphere away from the crowds.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Avalon Travel Kefalonia
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Boat ride to Bourtzi Fortress is subject to availability and sea conditions If boat service is unavailable, the experience will be replaced with panoramic photo viewpoints of Bourtzi Fortress from the Nafplio waterfront
- Moderate walking is involved on uneven surfaces near the harbor and beach areas
- Sunbeds and umbrellas at Karathona Beach are included
- Karathona Beach is one of the most organized and popular beaches near Nafplio, offering sunbeds and umbrellas in dedicated areas along with cafes and bars, but it also retains plenty of space where you can enjoy the sand and sea more freely
How it compares in Nafplio
- Its from-price is 18% below the median of the 115 experiences we list in Nafplio.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 62 of 115.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Nafplio
Nafplio is a seaside town in the Peloponnese, once the first capital of modern Greece, with Venetian lanes, a harbour fortress and a hilltop castle.
Nafplio sits on the Argolic Gulf in the north-eastern Peloponnese, a town of neoclassical mansions, Venetian houses and flower-hung balconies climbing from the waterfront. It was the first capital of modern Greece, from 1823 to 1834. The Bourtzi, a small castle on an islet, guards the harbour, and Palamidi, a Venetian fortress on a rock above the town, is reached by a long staircase or by road.
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