newcruiser1573 Posted January 3, 2016 #1 Share Posted January 3, 2016 We will be in Corfu in July. Our ship docks from 2:30pm - 8:00pm. We don't have much time for anything, but would really like some beach time. If you have any suggestions, please advise. What is near the port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcruising2 Posted January 3, 2016 #2 Share Posted January 3, 2016 I don't know about beaches but you may be able to squeeze in some sights. The view from Kaiser's Throne was good. [YOUTUBE]hf1qmbcaeeU[/YOUTUBE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillsjottings Posted January 21, 2016 #3 Share Posted January 21, 2016 We spent an awesome day in Corfu while on a cruise in 2014 - you can read all about it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcruiser1573 Posted February 6, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Thanks for the information everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superdave57 Posted June 1, 2016 #5 Share Posted June 1, 2016 We spent an awesome day in Corfu while on a cruise in 2014 - you can read all about it here. read your review of day in Corfu... approximately how much was that excursion. I would probably have to find people to share since I am going there with my wife only. Do you remember approx. costs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobal Posted June 1, 2016 #6 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Corfu has some fantastic beaches but unfortunately they are all a long way from the port. The taxi drivers know this and will charge rip-off prices to take you there and public transport just takes too long. Corfu is a nice town to walk around so I would consider doing this and choose one of your other ports for a beach day, unless you want to take a cruise ship excursion to a beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda VH Posted June 1, 2016 #7 Share Posted June 1, 2016 We engaged a taxi at the port for a tour of the island. We negotiated the cost up front and did NOT feel ripped off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobal Posted June 1, 2016 #8 Share Posted June 1, 2016 We engaged a taxi at the port for a tour of the island. We negotiated the cost up front and did NOT feel ripped off. Yes, the taxi drivers like to sell tours of the island. What they don't like is to just take a cruise passenger to a beach, hence the higher charges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveS Posted June 4, 2016 #9 Share Posted June 4, 2016 Is the auto rental agent still on the dock? Last time there I rented car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlelulu01 Posted June 5, 2016 #10 Share Posted June 5, 2016 We engaged a taxi at the port for a tour of the island. We negotiated the cost up front and did NOT feel ripped off. Regarding price. I've booked a 5 hour tour, 200 euro, with someone I found on trip advisor. Do you feel this is a fair price? Tour includes; Port,Vistonas,Makrades,Lakones, Paleokastritsa,Gastouri,Achillion, Kanoni, Corfu town (5 hours) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellie1145 Posted June 5, 2016 #11 Share Posted June 5, 2016 There is a small beach right in the town, but it is very pebbly. However the water is crystal clear and looks very inviting if you can stand the stones. We got a taxi to the town centre, walked through the town and then walked along the Liston towards the palace. There is a steep path down to a restaurant right on the waters edge and to the left of this is the tiny cove. There are no facilities whatsoever on this beach and it is tiny, but the water looks wonderful. The views are stunning too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqua Posted June 11, 2016 #12 Share Posted June 11, 2016 I think 200 euros for a 5 hour private tour is fair. We used Corfu Taxi Tours ( http://www.corfutaxitours.com) and were very pleased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlelulu01 Posted June 12, 2016 #13 Share Posted June 12, 2016 I think 200 euros for a 5 hour private tour is fair. We used Corfu Taxi Tours ( http://www.corfutaxitours.com) and were very pleased. Thanks. Pretty sure that's who I booked with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearette Posted July 14, 2016 #14 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Anyone know the car rental company near the port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBoy in NC Posted July 23, 2016 #15 Share Posted July 23, 2016 Anyone know the car rental company near the port? I am using Kings car rental, close to port exit. Great price for 8 person minivan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveS Posted July 24, 2016 #16 Share Posted July 24, 2016 We used Royal car rental in Corfu the office is in the terminal. E 118 for a van with insurance. You can book on line. http://www.royalcarsrental.gr/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant2000 Posted August 1, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 1, 2016 There aren't any good beaches near the cruise port but there is plenty to see in Corfu Town. You can walk there from the port. http://corfugreece.ca/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superdave57 Posted August 1, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Regarding price. I've booked a 5 hour tour, 200 euro, with someone I found on trip advisor. Do you feel this is a fair price? Tour includes; Port,Vistonas,Makrades,Lakones, Paleokastritsa,Gastouri,Achillion, Kanoni, Corfu town (5 hours) . Did this have a number of passenger minimum... Was it a flat rate - drive out of 200 euros. Do you know how long you stay at each place or did it have an itenerary for each place you list above.. Rate does not sound bad, there is only 2 of us... just curious what it entails... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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