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Best tours in Greece

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It's fair to say that Greece has got the goods for beach breaks – its islands are ringed with beaches and the temperatures stay toasty all summer long. But, there’s way more to Greece beyond its shorelines. That’s where our escorted tours come in. They’re led by English-speaking guides and tick off everything from the capital, Athens, to archaeological sites like Olympia. And, if you can’t go to Greece without spending a day on the beach, you’ll be pleased to hear that some tours include free time for you to relax on the sand. Read on for all the info on our top tours…

Classical Greece

This seven-night tour kicks off in Greece’s capital, then makes its way around a string of ancient sites and cities. Depending on your flight time, you’ll have some free time to explore Athens on your first day, before taking a tour of the city the next day. Your stops include its hilltop acropolis, Constitution Square and Hadrian’s Arch. On day three, you’ll take the coastal route to Olympia – yep, that’s the host of the first ever Olympic games. Before that, though, you’ll check out some archaeological sites, including the Theatre of Epidaurus and the Tomb of Agamemnon. A tour of the stadiums from the first Olympic games kicks off day four, before heading over the world’s longest, fully suspended bridge on your way to Delphi. Did somebody say photo opportunity? On day five, you’ll explore Delphi’s archaeological sites, including the Temple of Apollo and a Greek theatre, before making your way to Kalabaka – a traditional town set on the foothills of a huge rock formation called Meteora. Hundreds of years ago, monks used the rock’s natural caves for shelter, before building monasteries within the craggy outcrops. Monks still live here today, and you’ll see how they live during a visit to one of the monasteries. From there, it’s back Athens for the night, before heading to the airport for your flight home.

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Ancient Acropolis in Athens.

Incredible Crete

You’ll get to grips with Greece’s biggest island on this seven-night tour around Crete. You’ll touchdown in Heraklion, then make your way to your hotel in Hersonissos. Your tour really kicks off on day two, as your set off on a boat ride to Spinalonga. You’ll explore its 16th-century Venetian Fortress, and ruins of an old leper colony. From there, you’ll hop on a boat to Elounda for some free time before lunch in a cute Greek taverna. Agios Nikolas is on the agenda afterwards, where you can head out for a wander around a scenic lake. There are even more archaeological sites on the agenda on day three, as you head out to explore Knossos Palace, which sits in what’s thought to be one of Europe’s first settlements. Impressive, right? Free time follows in the afternoon, giving you the chance to shop for handicraft souvenirs at Heraklion’s open-air market, or you can flake out on one of the town’s beaches. You’ll head off the beaten track on day four, as you explore Crete’s countryside – expect olive groves, shepherd’s huts and family-run tavernas. There’s nothing on the agenda on day five, so you’re free to do as you please. Another beach day, maybe? The tempo stays slow on day six, as you’ll catch a boat to Loutro – a car-free village that you can only reach by boat. Your guided tour in Chania on day seven includes a visit to its Venetian harbour and the Aptera Archaeological Site. You’ll wrap things up with a trip to Lake Kournas, where you can keep your eyes peeled for turtles in the water and birds swooping above. The next morning you’ll head back to the airport for your flight to the UK. If you’d rather stay a little longer, you can extend your stay in Crete at a hotel instead.

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A street with a clock tower in Heraklion, Crete.
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Author: Karl Taylor

Last updated: 14.02.2024

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