100% would recommend for a personable and unique peek at Naxos My partner and I did 2 private tours with Philema - the marble tour (full-day) and a Honey+Olive (half-day) tour - as part of our honeymoon in Naxos. Both of them were with Eleni. We enjoyed both immensely due to the knowledgeable and enthusiastic people she introduced us to on the tours. We met an olive farmer who does not farm industrially but only for his personal uses - she was an excellent translator and he was generous and clear in his delight in his work and the trees. It made for a very personal afternoon that felt very unique and like a true peek into a local life. The marble tour was also very special - there are several quarries on Naxos operated by international contractors, only the one with which Eleni has formed a relationship is a family-run operation. The sculpting workshop was a lot of fun - we were given a basic demonstration of how to use the simple tools, and then we got to have the marble sculptor's outside workbench all to ourselves! He came to check in and give tips as needed, but our creations are one of our favorite souvenirs. Later on in our honeymoon, travelling to Athens, it added a special dimension to hear about Naxian marble used in the Parthenon! Eleni, hope you see this review and know we had such a blast! Thank you for sharing with us your stories of growing up in Naxos, your passion for languages, and the journey of growing Philema! All the best - our days with you were a highlight of our honeymoon!

A time well spent in Naxos The communication with Eleni at Philema for requesting and booking our private tour was seamless! Initially some glitches due to a sudden illness with our initial guide, it was quickly remedied and we had a brilliant time and got to see and do and take as much time as we wanted at each town and village, all while getting the tastes and flavor of each stop. Thank you Eleni and Manolis for a time well spent in Naxos!

On our Philema tour we enjoyed a leisurely morning on the farm with Eleni and Maria. We were invited to participate in activities and there were several charming surprises. We got to know our new Naxion and Canadian friends, enjoyed laughing and good food. We left with a better understanding of history, current state of affairs and life on this special island.There were some last minute changes of plans which led to our next adventure at a local wine bar where we enjoyed learning about local wines and other spirits.

There are so many great things to say about this amazing tour. Our group chose a full immersive experience including a visit to the local farm, the vineyard and the marble quarry. We also enjoyed a meal at the local taverna which was just delightful! I don’t think I can choose which part of our day was the best, because they were all so unique. I can tell you that the local people of Naxos are incredible. They love to talk about their experiences and share their culture. Each one warmly welcomed us and invited us to share a piece of their lives and their history. We learned so much from each of them. The marble quarry visit was especially intriguing since we have never done anything like that before. Don’t miss it! Eleni is such a delightful tour guide and a wealth of information. Her passion for her work and her people truly shines through in what she does. We came away from our tour with a full and beautiful appreciation for this island, their culture and especially the people.

Unforgettable Experience! What an amazing experience!! We were lucky enough to have Eleni create a customized day tour for us and another couple. The intimate and personal interactions with real local Naxos residents and artisans was magical! We visited a farm, made cheese, talked with a local olive grower, visited an olive press, had a delicious lunch and of course visited the unique Kitron distillery. The food was fantastic and plentiful! Thank you to Eleni and the whole team for a truly unforgettable day :-)

We loved the Munch Around Naxos Town tour. It gave us insight into the town’s history as well as a convenient way to taste some traditional Naxos dishes, liqueurs, and wine.

Fantastic tour - our family of four (two teens) really enjoyed the walking tour alongside the food. Food and drinks were absolutely incredible, and with it being a local company it felt super special. Highly recommend.

We had the amazing opportunity to tour with Eleni in May of 2026. It was an unforgettable experience and our entire group (30-70 years old) all enjoyed. We'd highly recommend considering a tour when you are in Naxos.

This was a wonderful trip: From a marble a quarry and lots of interesting information on how marble is quarried in Naxos today, to the ancient archaic kouros still placed at its quarry site, to a contemporary sculptor, Yannis Feanjeskos, who knows, respects and collaborates with the stones. We brought our kids, aged 13 and 9, and highly recommend this tour to families as well (just not small children as you cannot bring a stroller). All in all this was a true highlight!