Xanthi Old Town – A Private Journey from Kavala Port

Guided walking tour through the colorful alleys of Xanthi’s Old Town

Visit to the Folk & History Museum, housed in an elegant 19th-century mansion

Free time to browse local shops, enjoy a traditional taverna, or savor Greek coffee

Relaxed pace with cruise-friendly timing and guaranteed return to Kavala Port

Port pickup and drop-off at Kavala

Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle

Services of a professional licensed tour guide

Guided walking tour through Xanthi’s Old Town

Entrance fees to the Folk & History Museum

Duration - 6 Hours

Scenic drive from Kavala Port to Xanthi – 70 min

Guided exploration of Xanthi’s charming Old Town – 50 min

Visit to the Folk & History Museum – 50 min

Free time for shopping, lunch, or Greek coffee – 90 min

Return drive to Kavala Port – 70 min

The walking distance from the area where cruise ships dock at Kavala Port to the Passenger Cruise Terminal is typically short, around 5 to 10 minutes

A representative will be waiting just outside of the Passenger Cruise Terminal, only a couple of yards from the gangway. The representative will be holding an Avalon Travel sign .

Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended due to cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces.

Moderate walking is required, particularly in Xanthi’s Old Town.

Streets include cobblestones, slopes, and steps in some areas.

This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Cruise Friendly Refund Policy

Avalon Shore Excursions offer a full refund if:

• Your cruise ship arrives late, causing you to miss the excursion.
• The ship changes its arrival date and rescheduling isn't possible.
• The ship skips port or the cruise is canceled.
• You cancel before the Cancellation Deadline on your confirmation voucher.

Avalon Travel guarantees that you will get back to your ship on time

The guarantee does not apply to customers who have changed or deviated from the original itinerary of the Shore Excursion on their own. It also does not apply if the delay in returning to the ship was due to their own fault or actions.

Step beyond the coast and into one of Northern Greece’s most atmospheric towns on this private shore excursion from Kavala Port to Xanthi’s Old Town—a journey through color, culture, and living tradition.

Your experience begins directly at the port, where your private vehicle and professional guide await. Enjoy a comfortable scenic drive through the rolling landscapes of Thrace, offering a glimpse into rural Greece far from the usual tourist paths. Along the way, your guide shares insights into the region’s history and multicultural heritage, setting the stage for what lies ahead.

Upon arrival in Xanthi, you step into a world of neoclassical mansions, Ottoman-era houses, stone-paved alleys, and flower-filled balconies. On a guided walking tour through the Old Town, discover a place where East and West meet—once a thriving center of the tobacco trade and today one of Greece’s most beautifully preserved historic quarters. Every corner reveals layers of Greek, Balkan, and Ottoman influence, brought vividly to life by your guide’s storytelling.

Your cultural immersion continues with a visit to the Folk & History Museum of Xanthi, housed in an elegant 19th-century mansion. Inside, explore exhibits that trace the town’s social life, traditions, and prosperity, offering a deeper understanding of how this unique community evolved over time.

After the guided portion, enjoy generous free time to experience Xanthi at your own pace. Browse local shops for handmade goods, settle into a traditional taverna for lunch, or simply relax with a Greek coffee while watching daily life unfold in this charming setting.