Things to do in Greece
Hop on Hop Off Athens9 optionsDay Trips from Athens13 optionsBoat Tour Santorini80 optionsAthens to Delphi15 optionsParthenon Tours53 optionsMeteora Tours29 optionsCatamaran Cruise Santorini39 optionsBoat Trips Chania Crete26 optionsAthens City Tour10 optionsSantorini Sunset Cruise27 optionsBoat Tour Mykonos21 optionsAthens Airport Taxi26 options
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Athens: Acropolis, Parthenon & City Highlights Private TourYou’ll feel Athens come alive as you walk among ancient stones on the Acropolis, watch guards march in front of Parliament, catch sweeping views from Lycabettus Hill, and explore either the Ancient Agora or Acropolis Museum with skip-the-line entry. All with a local driver who shares little stories along the way — it’s fast-paced but full of small moments you won’t forget.
Quad Safari Crete: Ride Mountain Villages & Coastal RoutesA quad safari in Crete where you ride an ATV through mountainous terrain and lush valleys, stopping to walk through a historic village and visit the birthplace of El Greco, then drive alongside a quiet beach. The guide leads you to viewpoints inaccessible by car and provides a driving lesson before you start. Duration is 3.5 hours; helmet, fuel, action photos and videos are included.Is it for me?You ride the ATV yourself through the terrain—this is not a guided tour where you sit and watch—so it suits anyone who wants to handle the vehicle and navigate the mountain routes with the guide's support and instruction. The shared group format keeps the cost lower than a private quad safari, and the 3.5-hour length fits a half-day in your Crete itinerary without eating a full day.
Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Caldera, Hot Springs & BBQ LunchYou’ll sail from Santorini’s southern port with a small group and local crew, stopping to swim at Red Beach and Mesa Pigadia before soaking in volcanic hot springs. Enjoy fresh BBQ lunch with wine on deck near Thirasia Island as you watch cliffs drift by. Expect laughter, salty air, and those rare moments of real stillness out on the water.
Kos 3 Island Cruise: Kalymnos, Pserimos & Platy with LunchYou’ll board a classic wooden yacht in Kos for a three-island cruise with dolphin spotting near Kalymnos, fresh orange juice and honey tasting in Vathy, swimming at Platy’s crystal-clear beaches, plus a traditional Greek lunch served on deck. Expect laughter with locals and quiet moments by hidden chapels—this day trip leaves you sun-warmed and smiling.
Private Santorini Tour with Local Driver: Customize Your DayA private driving tour of Santorini where you choose the stops and the pace, with a local driver-guide, air-conditioned transport, and pickup from your hotel, cruise port or airport. The itinerary is a suggestion—Oia, Pyrgos, Akrotiri, Perissa Beach, Red Beach, Profitis Ilias monastery and a dozen other sites are all optional, so you build the day around what matters to you. Tours run from three to eight hours depending on how much ground you want to cover.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to build your own itinerary instead of following a fixed schedule—the driver knows the island and steers to what you actually want to see, whether that's the famous villages, the beaches, the ancient ruins, or a mix of all three. Choose your duration (three to eight hours) based on how much ground you want to cover in a single day.
Day sailing Skiathos and Skopelos: Lunch cooked on boardA day sailing tour from Skiathos to Skopelos on the Rainbow, a 55ft sailing boat, with stops for swimming at Tsougria Island, Panormos Bay and a third beach, plus lunch prepared on board and snorkeling equipment provided. The boat holds a small group, departs at 10:00 and returns around 17:00, with a guide in English or Italian and cold drinks at every stop.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to swim in three different spots without arranging transport between them—the boat handles the route, the timing and the meal, so you just arrive at the port and spend the day in the water.
Kefalonia Airport to Argostoli: English Driver & Private TaxiYou’ll be met right at Kefalonia airport or Argostoli harbor by an English-speaking driver holding your name sign. Enjoy a private ride in an air-conditioned taxi or van straight to your hotel—no stress about hidden charges or language mix-ups. It’s those small moments of welcome that set the tone for your whole trip.
Athens Hotels to Airport: Private Transfer with Hotel PickupYou're picked up from your hotel lobby by a professional driver in a private Mercedes, with bottled water and WiFi on board. The fixed pickup time — three hours before your flight — is calculated around actual traffic patterns, not guesswork. You arrive at Athens airport with time to spare, luggage loaded, and no negotiation required at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to reach Athens airport without arranging a taxi, negotiating a fare, or timing the journey yourself — the fixed pickup window and private vehicle are what make the transfer predictable and stress-free.
Santorini: Greek Wedding Show with Plate Smashing & MezeYou’ll step right into a lively Greek wedding celebration in Santorini—dancing to live music under open skies, learning Zorba steps from locals, smashing plates with new friends, and sharing meze bites at your own table. Expect laughter, local wine, and moments that stick with you long after the last song ends.
Naxos or Paros: Catamaran Day Cruise with Lunch & DrinksYou’ll board a shared catamaran in Naxos and sail toward Paros or hidden coves nearby, stopping to swim and snorkel in clear Aegean waters. Enjoy a traditional lunch cooked onboard with local wine and beer as you relax under the sun. With friendly guides and plenty of time to soak up sea air, it’s the kind of day that lingers long after you’re back on land.Is it for me?Spend a full day sailing with meals and drinks included, sharing a catamaran with other guests while the crew handles all the details.
Crete: Knossos Palace & Lasithi Plateau Day Tour with Olive Oil TastingYou’ll wander ancient Knossos Palace with stories from your local guide, taste fresh olive oil at a family estate, sit beneath Krasi’s legendary plane tree with homemade pastries, and share lunch overlooking Lasithi Plateau’s mountains—all with easy hotel pickup and real moments of Cretan warmth along the way.
Meteora Monasteries & Hermit Caves: Private Trip with LunchYou’ll climb ancient stone steps to three Meteora monasteries, hear stories of hermits from your local driver-guide, share a traditional Greek lunch in Kastraki village (with plenty of mezedes), and pause at Thermopylae’s battlefield on your way back — all wrapped up in one quietly surprising day.
Santorini: Private Sightseeing Tour with Oia & Red BeachYou’ll wander Santorini’s iconic villages with a local guide, see Oia’s blue domes up close, taste feta in olive oil in a quiet taverna, walk Pyrgos’ winding alleys, stand atop Prophet Elias for sweeping island views, and feel volcanic sand between your toes at Red Beach — all with private transport and plenty of time to pause or laugh along the way.
Kefalonia Wine Tour: Vineyards, Olive Groves & Local TastingsA wine tour of Kefalonia takes you through vineyards and olive groves on the slopes of Mount Aenos, then to a traditional cottage winery and the island's largest producer, with tastings of local wines and fresh food included. Your guide is a local expert whose family has farmed the area for generations. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the tour runs four to five hours in a small group of no more than seven travelers.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste Kefalonia's wines in the places they're made rather than in a tasting room, and if having a local guide who actually grew up farming here matters more than a polished presentation. The small group size and fixed schedule mean the day stays intimate and unhurried, which is what makes the cottage lunch and the conversation with Julia possible.
Athens: Acropolis Walking Tour & Syntagma Square LandmarksYou’ll walk from Syntagma Square past Parliament’s famous guards and through shady National Gardens before climbing up to the Acropolis with a local guide. Expect stories you won’t find in guidebooks, real city sounds and smells, plus skip-the-line entry (though there’s still some waiting). The views from the Parthenon are something you’ll remember long after you’ve left Athens.
Samaria Gorge hiking from Chania: 16km through Iron GatesA full-day guided hike through the Samaria Gorge from Chania covers 16 kilometers of dramatic terrain, from the Omalos Plateau down through the Iron Gates to the seaside village of Agia Roumeli, where you swim and eat before ferrying to Sougia and returning by bus. The hike takes 5 to 7 hours depending on pace; pickup from central Chania, entrance fees, boat passage, and a professional hiking escort are included, though entrance and boat fares are paid in cash on the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided full-day hike where the group pace (5–7 hours) is set by terrain and fellow hikers rather than your own speed, and you prefer following a guide's commentary over navigating independently.
Athens: Ancient Democracy & Philosophy Walking TourYou’ll walk Athens with a local guide who brings philosophy and democracy to life among ancient stones and lively neighborhoods. Expect stories at Kerameikos cemetery, hands-on moments at the Agora and Pnyx Hill, plus laughs and tips for food or museums along the way. It’s more than sightseeing — you’ll feel part of an ongoing debate.
CRETAquarium Heraklion: Mediterranean Sea Life TicketYou get entry to all 60 tanks and access to 2,000 Mediterranean animals representing 200 species, with the option to rent an audio guide for 3 euros. The aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible, allows strollers and service animals, and sits near public transport in Heraklion. You move through at your own pace with no fixed schedule.Is it for me?Right for anyone in Heraklion wanting to see Mediterranean sea life without arranging transport or worrying about timed entry—you show up, pay at the door, and spend as long as you want with the tanks.
Santorini: Catamaran Sunset Cruise with BBQ, Drinks & PickupYou’ll sail along Santorini’s caldera on a luxury catamaran cruise with hotel pickup included. Swim near Red Beach and soak in volcanic hot springs before savoring a fresh Greek BBQ meal on board with local wine or beer. Watch sunset over Oia from the water—quietly unforgettable in its own way.
Kalamata: Polilimnio Waterfalls Hike & SwimmingYou hike through a gorge system 35 kilometers from Kalamata, moving between seven small lakes and waterfalls before reaching a 30-meter cascade where you swim. Your local guide handles the route, provides snacks and water, and arranges hotel pickup if needed. The walk is moderate-paced but involves wading and scrambling over rocks, and you'll spend as much time in the water as on the path. Book with at least two other people, wear a swimsuit and grip shoes, and plan for a half-day outing.Is it for me?Book this if you want to swim in a gorge waterfall without arranging transport or figuring out the unmarked trail yourself—the guide handles both, and the fixed half-day schedule fits around the rest of your time in Kalamata.
