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Highlights
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Highlights

Map of Paxos

Places of Interest

Lakka lighthouse - Take a stroll to this landmark for one of the best sunsets in the Ionian.
Paxos Museum - Learn about the life and history of Paxos. You will find fossils, pottery from the Classical period and guns from the Venetian period. It is located on the south side of the harbour of Gaios.
The islet of Panayia (Virgin Mary) - A splendid white monastery is situated on this islet. The Church of the Blessed Virgin Odigitria was built in 1510. On the 15th August, Assumption Day the gates of the monastery are open and people travel across by boat to the monastery to pay homage.
The Olive press Museum - Original surviving stone olive press in a rural setting. The owner's family will demonstrate a working olive press and this olive oil is for sale. Located on the main road between Gaios and Lakka
Paxos Caves - Series of large sea caves, the largest of which hid Allied submarines during the second world war.
The early Christian Church of Agia Marina - In Porto of Ozia

Beaches

Anti Paxos - with this superb white beaches and turquoise blue sea.
Gaios boasts a sandy beach on the southern tip of the island at Mongonissi.
Enchanting coves along the east coast are best explored by boat.

Activities

Trekking independently or on an organised tour. Discover deserted villages, ancient olive groves and spectacular scenery.
Water activities - Scuba and snorkelling, self drive boats, water skiing and other water sports.

Things to Buy

Quality pottery, ceramics, leather goods and jewellery.
Wine, olive oil and feta cheese.

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Climate

Max Temp C	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Paxos	21	23	27	29	29	27	24
London	13	16	20	22	21	19	13

Sunshine Hours	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Paxos	7	10	12	12	11	9	6
London	5	6	7	6	6	5	3

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Additional Information

Great Excursions

Walking tours (guided)

These are available on the northern and southern areas of the island, and recommended in order to experience the scenic landscape that you would not be able to find unaccompanied.

Parga

Sail to mainland town of Parga. A beautiful harbour town with an abundance of fish tavernas.

Old Paxos

Guided tour of the old town with a visit to the oldest surviving olive press and cheese making farm in the Ionian.

Scuba diving

Discover the rich underwater world of the Med.

We advise that you confirm your place in these and other days and nights out at the Welcome Get Together on the day after your arrival. Places are limited.

To get there:

There is no airport on Paxos. You will fly to Corfu from the UK airports, and then get to Paxos by ferry.
The earliest departure of the charter boat is 7am. The journey takes 2 - 5 hours dependent on the route taken.
The charter boat will depart up to 3 times per day and is dependant upon the arrival times of outbound flights from UK and fixed departure times for inbound flights to UK.

Please note: There may be some waiting time at the port before the departure of the crossing. Day flights are recommended for ease of transfer. Timings are subject to weather conditions and local time changes. Flight delays may sometimes lead to a greater than normal wait.

To get around:

By boat: The best way to get around is by motor boat, allowing you to discover the numerous remote beaches of the east coast. The fabulous sandy beaches of Anti-Paxos, the tiny sister island of Paxos, are best and most easily reached by the express sea taxis from Gaios. There is no doubt that this is the best and most fun way to discover the delights of the island.

By bus: Paxos is small enough to explore quite easily on foot. However, the island has its own bus service linking the main village of Gaios with the other two harbours of Loggos and Lakka.

By Car: Except in high season there are relatively few cars and only a handful of taxis. Car hire is not available.

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