This experience felt too short, which I always think is the sign of a good trip. It made me feel connected to the Greek culture, and our shared global history. I hope to go back in the not too distant future and maybe even go skiing in Greece.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This short 7-day Greece tour provides a great introduction to Athens and some of the surrounding highlights from ancient Greek history as well as getting a taste for the country's spectacular coastal and mountain scenery. We start with a tour of Athens itself, taking in the ancient sites of the Acropolis and some of modern Athens below as well. Next we head west towards Mycenea with several stops and some scenic coastal scenery along the way. Our guide will provide explanations about Greek history and mythology, relating them to the places you're visiting. Its an amazing feeling seeing the actual places where heroes and heroines from mythology played out their stories.
Our next stop is Olympia, birthplace of the Olympics and more ancient sites, before we head back towards Athens with a stop to tour the temples and ruins at Delphi on the way.
This is a group tour that runs weekly all year round, staying in comfortable hotels at around the 4-star level. We can also arrange the tour privately if you would prefer not to join a group.
This was my first tour with Explore and it was simply awesome. One thing the Tour Leader did was ask if he wanted to make dinner reservations for the group. This was a great way of bonding people, and we all became good friends.
I was most impressed with the archeological sites, where Guides provided us with detailed information. One thing I've been talking to friends about was how our everyday words came from Greek, such as stadium came from a word that meant stand. Those little gems sparkled as we walked through the Gymnasium in Olympia.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Athens is one of the most historic cities in the world, among the oldest cities in Europe with a history of 3000 years. A unique combination of the old and the new, set up against a spectacular Mediterranean landscape; a fascinating town full of highlights and surprises, also famous for its vibrant nightlife and Greek cuisine. A city where hospitality and character are guaranteed to take your breath away. You can also customize this tour, as there are optional activities available.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Athens
Athens
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Embark on your own grand tour of discovery on this 10-day journey of Greece, taking us from ancient Athens to Thessaloniki through the sanctuaries, monasteries, monuments, and stunning landscapes at the heart of this cradle of Western civilization.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Thessaloniki
Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Thessaloniki
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The Essential Greece tour was a fantastic journey through some of Greece's most iconic spots. They ensured a smooth and enjoyable experience. A must-do for anyone looking to experience the essence of Greece!
Discover the famous historical monuments of mainland Greece! Visit some of the most interesting sites in Greece, the famous Epidaurus Theatre, the archaeological site and the ancient stadium in Olympia and the Archaeological Museum in Delphi.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, french, italian
Destinations
Athens, Olympia, Delphi
Athens, Olympia, Delphi
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Discover the beautiful west side of Crete, full of history and great scenery! Visit the three of Crete’s cities Chania, Rethymnon, and Heraklion with its fascinating mix of Byzantine and Venetian influences with the picturesque harbour fronts. Visit Crete’s most famous Palace of Knossos, the seat of the legendary King Minos, enjoy the unique atmosphere of the monastery Ag. Triada, the traditional pottery-making in the village of Margarites and the workshop of Mr. Chatziparaschos , one of the only pastry makers in Greece!
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, german, french, spanish
Destinations
Chania
Chania
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We were picked up from Heriklion and taken to our hotel. Hotel was good, my only comment is that we would have preferred to pay a little extra and gone all inclusive as we could only have food in the evening meal which also included water that we had to pay for. Trip to knossos was very informative and ticket was also valid for the museum in Heraklion, which we visited in the afternoon. The safari trip was fantastic. Jason our guide was funny and knowledgable. We learnt a lot about the villages in the mountains, saw the sunken village, visited a goat herder and watched cheese being made then tried them with raki. Amazing Day especially travelling on the roads up the mountains. Very good value for money.
Art and architectureBeach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Heraklion, Gouves, Elounda
Heraklion, Gouves, Elounda
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CITY STAY: Enjoy a historic getaway with this 4 day stay in Greece's capital city. Take an extensive tour through the history of Athens, culminating with a visit to the Acropolis, before free time to explore on your own.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Athens
Athens
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