Ioannina Private Tour from Corfu: Explore Epirus' Capital Rich History and Unique Attractions
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Embark on a private tour from Corfu to Ioannina, the heart of Epirus, where you’ll discover rich history, folklore, cultural customs, and exceptional landmarks.

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ioannina - Ioannina, the capital of Epirus, spreads out around beautiful Lake Pamvotida. The strong cultural traditions of the town, home to a number of great novelists and poets, and the artistic and intellectual events which are organized throughout the year, give visitors the opportunity to get to know the roots of the intellectual life of Epirus.

A walk through the city has the feel of a bygone era, full of secret places and legends still living. Wonderful buildings like the House Matei Hussein, the Ottoman mosque of Veli Pasha and the entire historic centre of the town are unique attractions.

The imposing castle of Ioannina was built in 528 AD by the Emperor Justinian, and was an ambitious expression of the might of the Byzantine Empire. It is the oldest Byzantine fortress in Greece with significant influence over the history of the town which grew around it.

The routes around the lake offer exquisite scenery and plenty to explore. A tour by car is an experience to suit all kinds of traveller – there is much to see, much to learn about, and there is the serene calming effect of the lake.

The expression to “live like the Pasha in Ioannina” means that a person is enjoying the absolute best that life has to offer. It is not enough to have the title of ruler; he also has to live in Ioannina. It is the distillation, in colloquial terms, of the idea that Ioannina was always a wealthy and aristocratic city.

Trip can take from 8 to 12 hours according to group’s needs.

What's Included
  • English speaking driver
  • Transport by luxury minibus
  • Transfers from / to your hotel or closest available location
  • Tickets for roundtrip ferry
What's Not Included
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Professional guide (upon request)
Location
Corfu Port Authority Company
Ethnikis Antistaseos
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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