Private tour in Lesbos Achilles M

Full Day Mytilene Walking Tour

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Achilles M.

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Biography Hello my name is Achilles . As you can see I was named after an ancient greek semi -god which carries a lot of history and fame. I was born in Athens . I am 62 years old. Both my parents are from Lesvos where I spent my summers growing up and the last 20 years I live here permanently with my Greek Canadian wife and three children . My love for tourism started from the 70's when my father took me to his work place where he worked as a maitre de' hotel at a neo classical hotel in Athens. The reason I moved to the island from the mainland was for the serenity and my love for the nature of Lesvos. It's  no wonder that Aristotle himself came to the island to study the enviroment. The last few years I have been escorting tourists to the hidden treasures of my island. I take them to places where they wont find on a map and introduce them to local cuisine they wont find at restaurants. My hobbies include reading history books , nature walks off the beaten path, and cooking (Greek cuisine ) based on homegrown vegetables and my own olive oil. As my grandmother used to say if you have olive oil in your house you have everything!!! My traditional village   is located on the western part of the island, but I deliver tours all over the island. We will explore the natural beauty and local gastronomy. On my tours I also share the local history, legends and old tales as we go along our journey. I look forward to meeting you in person on one of my tours , which can be customized to your preferences.     Driving licence. First aid seminar. 5 years tourism experience as guide. I am not a licensed guide and will not be able to guide you inside of a museum.

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Overview of your Lesbos tour

Mytilene, A city with thousands years of history. . . The capital of the Aeolian land in ancient Greece and Roman times. Later came the era of the Byzantium , Genovese and Ottoman empire. Through our tour we will discover the traces and elements of that time. Finally the most important and emotional highlight for me is the liberation of the island which came in 1912 . Our tour will come alive through the stories I have read and have been told to me by the elderly locals . All of these features will be combined with the local cusine and culture, which will make your trip an incredible experience of a lifetime. I'm waiting for you to explore all this together !!!

Your Lesbos tour itinerary

· we will meet at arranged meeting point in Mytilene and we'll walk up to the classical mansions of the city to admire the architecture up close. · Then we will start our walk from the beginning of the old market street of the city. · We will also visit an ouzo distillery where we will see the process of production and sample some fine ouzo. · Then we will stop at Agios Therapon, church built in 1935, by architect Argirios Adalis (student of Ernst Moritz Theodor Ziller ) a German architect from Saxony Germany. · Then if you prefer we could stop at a traditional ouzeri for lunch , where we will have local delicacies. · After lunch , we walk back to our meeting point - End of tour. All my tours can be customized upon request

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking in the city and back to your accommodation or arranged meeting point.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Mitilini, 811 00, Greece

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Layover
Architecture
Tour reference number
1013868
Languages
English
Greek
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Mitylene best suited for?

This private tour in Mitylene is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich history and culture of the city with a local expert. It's suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and also ideal for those who prefer a light activity level. Cruise ship passengers can also enjoy this tour as a shore excursion.

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