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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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Viewpoint & Blue Caves Boat TourYou're picked up from your hotel and spend seven hours moving through Zakynthos with a professional local guide: olive oil tasting at a family farm, free time in a traditional mountain village, a 15th-century monastery, the famous Shipwreck viewpoint, a boat trip through the Blue Caves (optional, 8 euros extra), and lunch at a local taverna. The air-conditioned bus handles transport between stops, and you're back by late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both the famous Shipwreck viewpoint and the quieter side of Zakynthos — the villages, the working farms, the monastery — without renting a car or planning the route yourself. The fixed schedule and included pickup mean you show up at your hotel and the day unfolds.
Olive Oil and Wine Tasting in Greece: Three Oils, Three WinesThis olive oil and wine tasting in Greece lets you sample three extra virgin oils sourced from Mount Athos, Crete and Sparta, paired with local wines and six traditional Mykonian mezes including tzatziki, fried sausages and mushrooms. A live guide walks you through Greek olive oil production — from harvest to pressing — over 2.5 hours. Free parking is included; the minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The guide leads the tasting in English or Greek, so you follow comfortably in whichever language you prefer. The 2.5-hour format fits an afternoon without eating up your whole day, and the mezes mean you're tasting on a full stomach rather than an empty one.
Skiathos Airport Transfer: Private Minivan to HotelYou're met at Skiathos Airport arrivals with a sign bearing your name and driven directly to your hotel in a private minivan with space for luggage and up to eight passengers. The driver is arranged before you land, infant seats are available if needed, and you skip the taxi queue entirely. Book your transfer when you reserve your accommodation, and your airport arrival becomes the easy part of your trip.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport after landing — the driver waits for you, not the other way around, which is what makes the first hour in Skiathos actually relaxing.
Scuba Diving in Santorini: Two Dives for Certified DiversA two-dive scuba experience in Santorini's caldera for certified divers, covering two different sites in five hours with all equipment, water and a snack between dives included. The underwater terrain—walls, wrecks, caves and sheer drop-offs—is the draw here, not marine life abundance. Visibility often reaches 50 meters, and all sites are subject to weather conditions.Is it for me?The five-hour commitment fits a half-day slot, leaving your morning or afternoon free for other plans. Book this if you want to dive the caldera's volcanic formations without dedicating a full day to the water.
Santorini 2-Day Trip from Heraklion: Oia, Fira & Volcano OptionA 2-day guided tour of Santorini departing from Heraklion with round-trip SEAJETS boat tickets, guided exploration of Oia and Fira, one night in a 4-star hotel, and private transfers between the port and hotel. The volcano excursion and hot springs swim are optional add-ons. Guides speak English, French and German, and the itinerary leaves the morning of day two free before the afternoon return ferry.Is it for me?Book this trip if you're staying in Heraklion or arriving by plane without a rental car—the boat and hotel transfers mean you don't need to drive, and the overnight stay lets you see both villages without rushing back the same day. The volcano excursion is optional, so you can add it or skip it depending on what appeals to you when you arrive.
Athens Hop On Hop Off: Acropolis, Piraeus & Beaches 48hrYou board a double-decker bus at a central stop and ride three different routes through Athens over 48 hours, getting off whenever you want to explore the Acropolis, Piraeus port, museums, or coastal beaches. The multilingual audio guide plays in 16 languages, WiFi is free on board, and you can hop back on the next bus without losing your ticket. Wheelchair accessible, stroller-friendly, and timed entry is not required — you move at your own pace.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see multiple parts of Athens — the ancient center, the port, and the coast — without arranging separate transport or timing museum visits in advance. The 48-hour window and three separate lines let you explore at your own pace instead of following a fixed itinerary.
Athens: Acropolis & Parthenon Ticket with Audio ToursYou receive your ticket by email, skip the entry line at the South Entrance, and explore the Parthenon and surrounding temples with a self-guided audio narration at your own pace. The tour includes an optional audio guide for the Old Town and Plaka below. Your entry time is fixed to your chosen slot, and you'll need moderate fitness for the uneven ground and stairs.Is it for me?Right for solo travelers and small groups who want to see the Parthenon and main Acropolis monuments without waiting in line or following a group schedule — the timed entry and audio narration let you move at your own pace and skip the crowds.
Santorini Volcano & Hot Springs Cruise with Thirassia IslandYou climb an active volcanic crater on foot, swim in naturally heated sulfur waters with a foam noodle, and explore the village of Manolas on Thirassia island with free time to wander. The tour includes hotel pickup, a multilingual guide, and all entry fees, and wraps up by early afternoon so you have the rest of your day open.Is it for me?Book this if you want the volcano and thermal springs without arranging separate boat tickets and timing — the fixed schedule handles the logistics, and the morning timing gets you back with the afternoon free.
Cape Sounion sunset tour: Temple of Poseidon at golden hourThis half-day tour from Athens takes you along the Saronic Gulf coast to Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon stands on a cliff overlooking the sea. A professional archaeologist travels on the air-conditioned bus, sharing stories about the region and the ruins; you get free time to explore the archaeological site at your own pace as the sunset unfolds. The tour runs about four hours, includes round-trip transport and an audio guide app, and the operator offsets all carbon emissions from your journey.Is it for me?The tour runs in English with a live archaeologist, so you follow the history and stories without needing Greek or a translation app. The sunset timing is fixed by the season, not by your preference—if you want the light show at the Temple of Poseidon but don't want to chase the hour yourself, this schedule does the work.
Athens: Acropolis & Parthenon Ticket with Audio GuideYou book a timed entry slot in advance and download an audio guide to your phone before you arrive. Walk straight in at your chosen time, explore the Parthenon, Propylae, Athena Nike temple and Erecheion at your own pace, and take in views across Athens from the top. The fixed time slot is what keeps the crowds manageable and lets you skip the ticket line entirely.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see the Parthenon and the main temples without spending hours in the entry queue — the timed slot is what makes that possible. Plan for at least 90 minutes on site, wear shoes with grip, and know that you can't change your time after booking.
Glass Bottom Boat Tour Laganas: Turtle Spotting & SnorkelingA three-hour glass bottom boat tour from Laganas that combines turtle spotting in shallow water with snorkeling at Marathonisi island and Keri caves. The boat has a glass floor so you watch loggerhead turtles (Caretta Caretta) without diving, then stop to swim in clear turquoise water surrounded by white rock formations and golden sand. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour; hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport are included.Is it for me?Choose the private boat if your group wants the turtle spotting and snorkeling without sharing the boat; the semi-private option works if you're comfortable with up to eleven other people and want to split the cost. Either way, the glass bottom boat means you see turtles without needing to dive or be a strong swimmer.
Santorini Volcano & Oia Sunset: Swim Hot Springs & ThirassiaYou climb an active volcanic crater on Nea Kameni, swim in naturally heated sulfur springs, explore the quiet island of Thirassia with free time for lunch, and watch the famous Oia sunset from the village itself. The boat, guide, foam noodles, and return transfer are all included, so you're not arranging transport or worrying about timing — the schedule handles it for you.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main volcanic and sunset highlights of Santorini in one day without arranging your own boat, timing the springs visit, or figuring out how to get to Oia — the fixed schedule and included transport handle all three, leaving you free to focus on the experience itself.
Athens: Hop-on Hop-off Bus & Cape Sounion SunsetYou get two days to ride the Athens hop-on hop-off bus across five routes, hopping off wherever interests you, plus one scheduled evening drive to Cape Sounion to watch the sunset at the Temple of Poseidon. The package includes pickup from Plaka, Omonoia Square, or the old Parliament, an air-conditioned bus, and an English-speaking driver for the sunset tour. You choose which day works for your Cape Sounion visit; the bus pass days are flexible across your stay.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see both central Athens and the coast without renting a car or buying separate tickets — the two bus days let you explore at your own pace, and the sunset tour handles the drive to Cape Sounion so you just show up and watch.
Turtle Spotting Cruise in Zakynthos: Swim & CavesA small-group afternoon cruise in the southern bay of Zakynthos combines turtle spotting with swimming stops and sightseeing at two named sites: Marathonisi Island, a breeding ground shaped like a turtle, and the Keri Caves. The tour runs four hours with pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, air-conditioned transport, and a professional captain who provides live commentary in English. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or ride in a pram; children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum passenger numbers apply, and cancellation is possible after confirmation if the group does not meet requirements; in that case, you receive an alternative tour or full refund.Is it for me?This is a shared small-group tour with a set schedule and a professional guide, so the route, timing and stops are arranged for you — you show up at the meeting point and the captain handles navigation and safety. It suits families and mixed-ability groups because swimming is optional and the boat does the work; if you want to control the itinerary or go private, look for a private charter instead.
Zakynthos: Navagio Beach & Blue Caves Boat CruiseYou board a small glass-bottom speedboat at St Nikolaos port and cruise 25 minutes to Navagio Beach, where you spend 20–30 minutes watching the shipwreck bay. On the return, you enter the blue caves system and get a swim stop in turquoise water if you want it. All entry fees are included; the boat stays small so you're not jostled by crowds.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Navagio Beach and the blue caves without arranging your own transport or paying separate entry fees—the small boat size is what keeps you from being lost in a crowd while you're trying to look at something this blue.
Mykonos Sunset Cruise with Drinks: Little Venice ViewsA sunset cruise from Mykonos that sails past Little Venice, drops anchor to watch the sun set over the sea and islands, and returns under fading light—with house wine or sodas and snacks on board, guided in English. The cruise runs about two hours. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Mykonos sunset without the noise of the waterfront bars—the boat anchors in open water, so the light and the sea are the main event, and the drinks and snacks are there if you want them, not the reason you came.
Half-Day Ancient Olympia Tour from Katakolo: VR Audio GuideA half-day guided tour from Katakolo cruise port to Ancient Olympia with air-conditioned roundtrip transport, skip-the-line entry to the archaeological site and museum, and a virtual reality audio guide available in eight languages. The tour is timed to cruise ship arrivals and departures, so you board and return without waiting. You explore the site at your own pace while the audio guide narrates the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Zeus, the original Stadium and the Bouleuterion.Is it for me?You explore the site yourself with the audio guide narrating, which suits anyone who wants to linger at a particular temple or move quickly through others — the pace is entirely yours. The fixed schedule tied to your ship's departure means you do not have to calculate return times or negotiate with a driver; the tour is built around when your vessel leaves.
Skiathos Sea and Sun Day Cruise: Lalaria & TsougriasA full-day boat tour from Skiathos Port visits four stops along the island's coastline and nearby waters, with a tour leader aboard. You swim at Lalaria Beach—a white-pebbled cove accessible only by boat—explore the 13th-century ruins of Kastro perched on a cliff, stop at a fishing village or beach for lunch and rest, and finish at Tsougrias Island before returning to port by 17:30 PM. The route changes if weather turns rough; pickup is included in one option.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to swim at multiple stops and see both natural beaches and historical ruins in a single day—the fixed schedule and guide mean you do not have to plan the route, the timing or how to get between the island's scattered coves and villages. If you prefer to stay in one place or swim longer at a single beach, a private boat rental or a shorter beach-focused trip might suit you better.
Mamma Mia Cruise from Skiathos: Kastani Beach & SkopelosA full-day cruise from Skiathos port visits Kastani Beach on Skopelos—where the 2008 film was shot—plus Panormos port and Milia Beach, with swimming time at each stop and an English-speaking guide aboard. The boat departs Skiathos and sails a north-easterly course; you can add a visit to Agios Ioannis Chapel during the sail to Kastani. Boat ticket and all fees are included; food, drinks and the chapel visit cost extra. The cruise runs about 7.5 hours.Is it for me?Book the option with transfer if your hotel is away from Skiathos Port and you'd rather not arrange a taxi on arrival day; choose the cruise-only option if you're staying near the port or have your own way there. Either way, the fixed schedule and guide mean the three beaches, the sailing time and the lunch stop all fit into one afternoon without you building the day yourself.
Athens: Acropolis Museum Skip-the-Line & Audio TourYou enter on your own schedule with a skip-the-line ticket, navigate three galleries of Archaic and Classical artifacts at your own pace using a self-guided audio app in your language, and finish without the two-hour queue most visitors face. Bring headphones and plan two to four hours inside.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see the museum's major pieces without losing an hour to the entry line and prefers exploring at their own speed over following a group. The audio app works offline once downloaded, so you're not dependent on WiFi inside.
