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Where myth and legend meet Mediterranean charm. Embark on your own Greek Odyssey!
Head to the heart of a historic civilization. Stand where the first Olympians stood. Discover the ancient history of the Acropolis and temples once reserved only for legends. Sail between idyllic island paradises in the Aegean Sea.
On our guided Greece trips, you'll meet vibrant culture at every turn. Down stone streets and past painted white houses, you'll follow the ancient tales of an acclaimed history with like-minded travelers. And the famed steps of mythical heroes. It's what makes Greece so alluring—that and its passionate spirit. Its sensational cuisine. Its sparkling seas and sun-kissed sands.
You'll uncover the best of Greece on our guided group tours. The Greece that only the locals usually see. With an expert, English-speaking guide, you'll stray from the beaten track and to the most authentic experiences there are.
But that's not all. Our Greece trips offer what money can't buy. You'll return home with a lifetime's worth of memories. And in your group of like-minded adventurers, you'll find lifelong friends.
Popular Greece tours
Our range of escorted Greece trips includes land-based cultural tours with guided sightseeing at places such as Delphi, Olympia, and Meteora. And we also have semi-independent sailing vacations to Santorini, Mykonos, and other popular Greek islands. If you're after a really unforgettable Greece package, you can even combine the two! The majority of our trips start in the delightful capital city of Athens, though we have some longer multi-country tours starting in Belgrade, Istanbul, and elsewhere!
Greece travel guides
Plan your Greece tour with our range of useful travel guides, packed with information relating to weather, currency, visas, things to see and so much more!
Greece tours in 7 days or less
Looking to visit Greece but short on time or budget? These are our most popular Greece tours in just a week or less!
Long Greece tours
Take in the best of Greece alongside nearby countries like Turkey and the Balkans, or enjoy a more thorough exploration of the country, combining the mainland with islands such as Mykonos, Crete and Santorini. These are our most popular long Greece tours of up to two weeks.
Greece island-hopping tours
Why visit one Greek island when you can explore several? From Paros to Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini and more, these are our favourite Greek island hopping tours from Athens.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to tour Greece?
We find that more traditional group touring works well on the Greek mainland, as attractions are further apart and there is lots to see, from the Athens Acropolis to Olympia and Delphi. We combine more traditional touring on the mainland with semi-independent island-hopping, so you can uncover the best of Santorini, Mykonos, and more under your own steam. Have a read of our tour itineraries for more information about our touring in Greece.
Will I see the Acropolis on your Greece tours?
Yes! All of our Greece trips start in ancient Athens, and they all include a city tour with a visit to the Acropolis. Your local guide will show you around all of the historic ruins to be seen at the site and will be able to answer any questions you may have. You'll also be able to see the wealth of artifacts in the Acropolis Museum and many other of the Greek capital's ancient monuments.
What do you mean by "semi-independent"?
On the tours which combine Greek mainland-based sightseeing with island cruising, you may notice that the tour is labelled as "semi-independent". All this means is that for the guided sightseeing in Athens and elsewhere, you will be escorted by a licensed tour guide. On the island-hopping part of your Greece package, you will be traveling independently, though all of your accommodation and transportation will be arranged for you. This gives you the free time and flexibility to head off and explore or flop down on some of the Greek islands' best beaches - whichever you prefer! Each of our Greece trips offers slightly different arrangements to give you plenty of options. So have a read of our online itineraries and get in touch if you have any questions!
When is the best time to visit Greece?
Greece offers travelers a gorgeous Mediterranean climate, so there really isn't a bad time to visit the mainland, though the Greek islands do go into a sort of hibernation over winter. As a general guide, May-SSeptember offers the warmest, sunniest weather, with little or no rain. The peak season in Greece is from July to August. This is when temperatures are hottest, crowds are biggest, and prices are highest as it is the school holidays. So if you can avoid these months, we generally recommend visiting in the shoulder seasons from May to June and September.
What transport do you use on your Greece package tours?
In Greece, all transfers and sightseeing will be conducted in modern, air-conditioned vehicles. Travel between the islands on your Greece tour is either aboard a passenger ferry (ferry tickets are included in the cost of your tour where relevant) or a cruise ship, where you will have a private cabin and included meals, plus many amenities. The inclusions section for each tour will specify your mode of travel.
How big are the groups on your Greece trips?
The maximum group size on our Greece trips is 45, though groups are often smaller, especially if you are visiting outside of the peak summer months. Our Greece tours are modular, meaning that more people may join the group midway through the tour, and the people you are with on your Athens city tour may not be the same people that you will travel with for the rest of the trip. This also means that the group size can vary during your tour.
Is Greece a safe destination for travelers from the LGBTQ+ community?
According to the 2023 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index, Greece scores a C rating for LGBTQ+ traveler safety, ranking 43rd out of 203 countries. Same sex civil unions or partnerships are legal, and there are worker protections in place for people of all sexual orientations. Hate crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community are criminalized and 26 - 50% of consulted citizens consider Greece a good place to live for gay and lesbian people. There are no legal punishments for same sex relations and most trips for LGBTQ+ travelers to Greece are trouble-free. The LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index is designed to provide a good overall picture of attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community in each country and may not reflect the experience of foreign travelers to the country.
Can I drink the tap water?
This depends on where you are in the country. In the large mainland cities, including Athens, tap water is considered safe to drink. However, in rural areas and on the Greek islands, we would recommend drinking bottled water to avoid an upset stomach. Bottled water is readily available throughout the country.
What is the current travel advice for Greece?
As a UK-based company, we follow the latest up to date advice from the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCDO). You can see the latest travel advice for Greece here.
Are solo travelers welcome on your Greece package tours?
Whilst solo travelers are more than welcome on our Greece trips, we are unfortunately unable to offer room sharing in Greece. For each tour, there is a single room price, which would apply to any solo traveler. Please contact our Reservations team for more information.
Do you offer pre and post-tour accommodation on your Greece trips?
If you'd like to spend a few more days in Athens before or after your Greece tour in order to explore the city at your own pace, then we are more than happy to arrange this for you! Speak to our Reservations team, who will be able to assist you.
Which Greek islands have the best beaches?
If it's beaches you're after, then you are spoiled for choice in Greece. Santorini offers the unusual, with volcanic black lava beaches. But if you're after traditional golden sands and crystal clear waters, then we would recommend Mykonos, Paros, Rhodes, Crete, or Zakynthos. These are all great for first-time visitors, while the less-well-known Greek islands of Skiathos, Samos, and Ios are great for returners. We visit many of these destinations on our Greek island tours and cruises.
What is Greek cuisine like?
Greek cuisine is reason enough to visit the country on its own! Regional specialties include moussaka (aubergine and lamb casserole), souvlaki (spit-roasted meat), and simple but delicious Greek salad with feta cheese and olives. Being a country of more than 200 islands, unsurprisingly, it isn't hard to find mouthwatering freshly caught fish, especially if you're exploring a Greek island or two!
What are some of the best day trips from Athens?
If you've got free time before or after your Greece tour and are wondering how to spend it, you've got plenty of great day trip options from Athens. You could visit the ancient sites of Delphi or Meteora or take the ferry to nearby islands such as Aegina or Hydra.
The best of our Greece trips
From ancient monuments to sun-kissed islands in the Aegean Sea, Greece has something for everyone. Here are the places in Greece that you really won't want to miss, including the legendary hill-top Acropolis in Athens, the whitewashed villages of Santorini and the blissful beaches of Mykonos. You can see them all with an On The Go Tours Greece package!