Top Athens Holidays - page 4

A small-group experience, with 12 participants maximum, designed for travelers who have already seen Athens’ must-do sights and are looking to add something more meaningful and memorable to their journey. With limited group sizes, guests enjoy a relaxed, personal atmosphere, plenty of interaction, and the freedom to ask questions, taste mindfully, and truly engage with each stop. This experience connects three different venues, each representing a distinct side of Athenian local life—from one of the city’s oldest wine bars, to a traditional arcade, to a modern wine bar. At every stop, tastings are guided by knowledgeable locals who explain the stories and regional character behind what you’re tasting. Guests learn what makes them unique, and how they reflect Greece’s diverse terroir and culinary heritage. This tour is ideal for curious travelers who want to go experience Athens through flavors, people, and places that feel authentic. A perfect way to give your trip that extra layer.

The Corinthian region is known globally not only for its classical landmarks but also for the red wines produced in and around the small village of Nemea. On this private tour, you can experience both. Visit the Corinth Canal and Ancient Corinth, then drive on to Ancient Nemea, the site of the Temple of Zeus, and the ancient Stadium at Nemea. After taking in the sights, tour a local winery and sample some of their best varietals.

A trip to Nemea is an unforgettable experience, set in a beautiful region filled with rolling vineyards, olive groves, and renowned wineries. Known as one of Greece's most important wine-producing areas, Nemea invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of Greek wine, taste exceptional local varieties, and learn about centuries-old winemaking traditions. Wine tasting offers a deeper connection to Greek culture, as wine has always played a central role in Greek history, hospitality, and everyday life. It is an experience that combines flavor, knowledge, and authentic local charm. From there, your journey continues to Ancient Corinth through history and spirituality, as you follow the footsteps of Saint Paul the Apostle, who traveled through this land spreading his teachings. Walking along these historic paths offers a profound sense of connection to the past and to the roots of early Christianity.

Whether you’re new in town or a resident looking to meet new people, enjoy a civilized encounter with Athens’ rooftop scene, connect with like-minded folk, and see some great views on this small-group experience. Sip a glass of fine Greek wine at the first rooftop bar and a shot of traditional Greek liquor at another bar: The emphasis is on socializing, not boozing, conversation, not drinking games.

Attica has been Greece’s premier wine country for millennia, but visiting this rural area on your own is a hassle. With this wine tour, set off directly from your hotel in Athens and visit two landmark family-run wineries to visit the cellars and sample the wines. Learn about the area’s history and production from your sommelier guide and relax over a winery lunch before the scenic drive back to Athens.

A perfect experience for traveling foodies, this wine tasting with Greek snacks offers an intimate small-group experience that combines elegant food and drink with a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Rather than worry about any snobbery, the likes of which you’re liable to get at a stuffy restaurant, this sommelier-led tasting takes you through the flavor profiles in a chilled-out manner.

Recognized with a PDO (protected designation of origin), Nemea produces some fine Greek reds. Discover them on this private guided tour, led by a specialist wine guide. You’ll visit two different wineries and taste at least four different wines. As well as touring the facilities and visiting the cellars, enjoy an authentic lunch in one of Nemea's best restaurants.

Get an in-depth understanding of Athens’ culinary culture and get to know the city through its food on this gastronomy tour. Select a private or small-group tour and explore the city in the company of a guide. Visit the central market and other local shops and sample a variety of sweet and savory snacks, along with Greek wine.

Explore the world of organic and vegan indigenous Greek wine with this private wine tasting experience. In the company of a sommelier, sample six different organic Greek wines made with local grapes and learn about their specific qualities. Enjoy personalized attention and ask any questions you have about Greek wine.

Take a break from the tourist crowds and connect with a local host during this exclusive wine and food tasting at a private villa overlooking the sea. Sample several different wines paired with local cheeses, olive oil, and other delicacies as you enjoy the sweeping views over the coast. Opt to take a dip in the villa pool to cool off or simply relax on the outdoor patio as the sun begins to set.

The Greeks have been making wine for thousands of years, yet many travelers end up sipping the same glasses when they’re new in town. With this private wine tasting, discover the most important Greek regions and diverse varietals with a wine-expert guide. The experience takes place in a wine bar and deli in the heart of Athens, and wine samples are paired with enough Greek culinary specialties to make a full meal.

Get a deeper understanding of local Greek wines with this private wine tasting near the Acropolis. Customize your tasting menu depending on your preferences and palette, and learn about each wine and the culture of winemaking in Greece, as well as the proper way to do wine tasting. Pair your wine with local cheese and charcuterie.

Discover three Greek islands on this full-day cruise from Athens to Poros, Hydra, and Egina. Enjoy free time at each island to stroll, sightsee, and shop as you wish. A delicious lunch and Greek folklore show aboard your ship are included, and a guided excursion to Egina's ancient Temple of Aphaia (own expense). Upgrade to include shared hotel transfer, access to an exclusive lounge with food and drinks, and meet the captain.

See ancient Greece's most impressive sights on this Athens walking tour. Get an up-close look at the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as the presidential guards who protect it. Explore the National Garden and wander the timeworn streets of Plaka. Then, cap your tour at the Acropolis of Athens, the Greek capital’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed showstopper, where the Parthenon and other classical ruins await.

Sip your way around the Nemea wine region on a full-day wine tour from Athens. After a photo stop at the Corinth Canal, travel to the northeastern wine region of the Peloponnese peninsula to discover the local red wines. Learn about the wine, call in at a winery for a tasting session (own expense), then explore the coastal town of Nafplio.

Escape the crowded city for a day of luxury sailing on a private cruise on the Athenian Riviera. Be welcomed with cold ginger lemonade and soak up the sun on the deck or outdoor lounge. Drop anchor at carefully selected spots to snorkel and swim in the clear Saronic Gulf, and enjoy your choice of Greek lunch menu freshly prepared onboard, served with wine, ouzo, coffee, and soft drinks.

Nemea only an hour and a half away from Athens is the heart of the most organized vineyard in Greece. This tour guides you through some of the most exceptional wineries in the area, where you will try the truly world class local wine, steeped in the 3000-year history of the region.

It’s not just drinks — it’s a damn experience. Live DJs. Free shots that don’t taste like regret. Your crawl blends a party atmosphere with raw Athenian energy — it’s not a tour, it’s a takeover. Tourists become friends. Friends become a wild tribe for the night. Your hosts don’t just guide — they hype, dance, connect, and remember your name by the second bar. Most bar crawls are a night out. Yours is a f*cking story.

Experience a luxurious half-day at sea aboard your own private catamaran in this unforgettable Athens adventure. Your group will love escaping the bustling city and sailing around the Athens Riviera with a professional crew aboard a fully equipped boat. Visit Prasoniso island for a freshly prepared lunch with wine, swim in the Aegean Sea, and enjoy the use of snorkeling gear and stand-up paddleboards.

Many travelers visit Greece and overlook its delicious wines. Discover different varieties and learn about Greek wine production on this small-group tour, where you explore the lively streets of Athens before enjoying a tasting at a local wine bar. Sample local cheese and cold cuts alongside, to learn about the best pairings so you leave feeling like a pro.

Τraveling in a luxury Mercedes vehicle, leave Athens behind and follow a scenic route toward the historic region of Corinth. As the countryside unfolds, endless olive groves shape a land that has defined Greek life for thousands of years. Visit a carefully selected olive estate to learn about cultivation, harvest, and production, and enjoy a guided olive oil tasting that reveals the aromas and flavors at the core of Mediterranean cuisine. Along the way, experience the wider Corinthian landscape at a relaxed pace, enriched with local culture and authentic storytelling. This is not a factory visit or a rushed stop, but a thoughtfully curated olive experience for travelers who value tradition, quality & genuine connection to Greek heritage. Return to Athens with a deeper understanding of Greece — through its land, its olives & its timeless way of life. The Olive tour ticket is included in the price

If there is one thing we love more than fashion is local fashion especially during Christmas period! This walking tour is great for getting to know the local fashion scene of Athens and the great people behind it! Walk off-the-beaten path and discover the best shops downtown Athens. Let your  local guide show you the way for an unforgettable 3 hour shopping spree.Put on your flats and join our shopping tour!

Engage your palate with a curated wine tasting at Brettos, where only the finest Hellenic wines are showcased. Each tasting is thoughtfully tailored to your preferences, ensuring an enlightening experience for both novices and connoisseurs. Your certified sommeliers, with expertise ranging from wine making to blind tasting, have meticulously selected each wine from over 1000 annual tastings. Discover a diverse selection of single varietal wines made from indigenous grapes, international varieties cultivated in Greece, and exquisite blends that reflect our rich terroir.

Experience Athens like a local on a walking tour followed by a beer tasting. Grab a coffee in Monastiraki Square before your walk for an authentic experience, and discover hidden paths, history and stories of the city. Then learn about Greek beer culture with a masterclass, tasting and food pairing, so you'll leave feeling like a pro.