Top Greece Cultural Tours - page 5

Get around the Acropolis quickly while learning about its history and related legends from a local guide with this tour. You'll be outfitted with an electric fat bike and a helmet, making getting around the ancient site a breeze. Group sizes are intentionally kept to just five participants for extra attention from your guide.

Travelers from around the world flock to Athens to see its ancient archeological wonders—which can mean massive crowds and long visitor lines. Embark on a guided walking tour of the iconic Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Choose from several options including early morning access, with fewer lines, or upgrade your experience with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, featuring original sculptures and artifacts that bring ancient Athens to life.

Explore the rich history of Classical Greece on a 3-day tour departing from Athens. Led by an expert guide, see UNESCO-listed sites such as the Olympia archaeological site and discover the Delphi Archaeological Museum. Venture out on daytime excursions to Olympia, Delphi, and Epidaurus with your historian guide before enjoying your evenings in standard or luxury accommodations.

Experience Meteora from Athens with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your Athens accommodation, airport, or Piraeus port in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver, and make your way to Meteora. Take time to explore the monasteries (entrance fees extra) at your own pace and enjoy a midday break for lunch.

Step back in time and learn about Crete’s Minoan history on this private tour of Heraklion city and Knossos. Visit the archaeological site of Knossos to see the ruins of the great palace, temples, villas, and sanctuaries. Then, explore Heraklion’s Venetian walls, fortress, St. Minas Cathedral, and more with a private guide for a personalized experience.

Visiting the Acropolis is a highlight of exploring Athens, but potentially long lines to purchase tickets can cut into sightseeing time. With this booking, join a guide for a walking tour of the Acropolis and avoid lines entirely; while the ticket price is not included in the tour, the guide will secure your pass in advance. It’s a hassle-free alternative to waiting in line yourself.

Follow in St. Paul’s footsteps on this private door-to-door tour of one of Greece’s most remarkable religious routes. Besides the obvious highlights—Ancient Corinth, Akrokorinthos, and the Corinth Canal—see the port of Kenchreai where Paul stopped (Acts 18:18), the Diolkos, where boats were dragged across the Corinth mainland, the Bema, where some believe Paul faced trial, and the Byzantine church that bears his name. Entrance fees are at your expense.

Spinalonga, an island once used to isolate people suffering from leprosy, has become more popular since Victoria Hislop's novel The Island reimagined it. Visit this historic island, plus the Agios Nikolaos resort town with Lake Voulismeni, and Elounda, known for luxury hotels and beaches, on this guided day trip. Admission to Spinalonga is not included.

Spend two days admiring some of the most historic and picturesque sights in Greece without the hassle of arranging transport or lodgings on this overnight excursion from Athens. Relax on a private coach as you travel past pretty Arachova to Delphi, with a stop for a guided tour. After an overnight in Kalambaka, continue on the next day to visit two monasteries in UNESCO-listed Meteora before returning to Athens.

Skip the long lines at the ticket office of the iconic Acropolis (ticket price not included), discover the Acropolis Museum, and enjoy a guided walking tour of Athens on a tour that’s tailor-made for history buffs. You’ll see the Changing of the Guards outside the Greek Parliament, stroll the National Garden, and admire precious monuments including the Parthenon. Please note that there may be a short wait for security checks.

Combine sightseeing and local flavors with this half-day guided tour around Chania. Sample a variety of local dishes at the Municipal Market, then walk around the hidden streets and alleyways of the Old Town to discover secret gardens and historic monuments, and see local artisans at work, before ending the tour with tapas along the Old Venetian Harbor. Opt for a private tour to include hotel or port pickup as well.

Follow in the footsteps of St. Paul the Apostle on this private full-day tour from Athens. Visit key sites such as the Areopagus rock on the Acropolis and the ancient Agora before heading to Corinth. See the Corinth Canal and explore the ancient archaeological site where the “Bema” of St. Paul is located, all with personalized service tailored to your group.

Discover Mykonos on a private adventure led by a knowledgeable local guide. This exclusive experience perfectly balances the island’s iconic highlights with its hidden corners, blending culture, history, and stunning scenery to reveal both the must-see spots and the untold stories. Visit cultural landmarks like the Armenistis Lighthouse and Panagia Tourliani Monastery and explore scenic spots and beaches like Merchia and Kalafatis. Finally conclude with a stunning panoramic view of Mykonos Town and its iconic windmills before continuing through the whitewashed alleys. • Your driver-guide shares fascinating insights about Mykonian life, traditions, and history throughout the journey. • Enjoy a fully customizable itinerary, spend more time where you wish, whether taking photos, admiring views, or relaxing by the sea. • Complimentary hotel/villa or cruise port pickup for a stress-free start along with a flexible drop-off at the location of your preference. Book your spot today!

Spend the day discovering lots of different sides of Rhodes with the help of a guide on a tour specifically designed for cruise ship travellers. Pack loads into one simple booking, from wine tasting to free time perusing the old town to a local Greek pottery workshop, and much more.

Discover the monasteries of Meteora during a full-day private tour from Thessaloniki. Get picked up by a private driver in an air-conditioned vehicle and set out for the Unesco World Heritage site of Meteora. Visit three of the oldest monasteries in the region, dramatically set on top of striking rock formations. Explore the sites at your leisure and enjoy a lunch at Kastraki with views of the cliffs.

Leave Thessaloniki for a day and discover ancient Dion and Mt. Olympus without the stress of public transport or hire cars. Travel to Dion Archaeological Park, home to city ruins dating from the 6th century BC; and explore its relics and museum. Next, visit Mt. Olympus, the home of the gods in Greek mythology, and swim in the refreshing waters of Agia Kori waterfall before returning.

Explore Rhodes without the rush of a standard group tour, with this private option that's bookable for your personal group. Led by a private guide, the tour offers intimate and leisurely paced visits to the old town of Rhodes, Faliraki, the Kallithea Springs, and more. Travel in comfort around the island, then kick back and relax at a beach chosen especially for you.

Go on the trail of Paul the Apostle around Athens and Corinth with your own private driver-guide. Aimed at travelers with an interest in Christian history, the itinerary covers sites such as Athens’ ancient Agora where debates took place, and Corinth where St. Paul preached at sites such as the Temple of Apollo. Exploring the sites through the day, you’ll enjoy a blend of history, culture, and faith that’s set at your own pace.

Cover the highlights of Rhodes during this private, half-day tour. Travel in a deluxe Mercedes Benz vehicle with air conditioning and driver. Highlights include a photo stop in the UNESCO-listed medieval city, Anthony Quinn Bay, a drive up the hilltop Acropolis of Rhodes, free time in Lindos Village, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Alexander the Great’s legacy is scattered across northern Greece, and visiting the key sites independently can mean missing the bigger historical picture. This full-day guided tour connects the story at its source, with visits to the Vergina Archaeological Site and the Pella Archaeological Site. Explore royal tombs, ancient ruins, and sweeping views across the Macedonian plain as your guide traces the region’s history from classical Greece through the Byzantine era to modern times.

Travel by bus through the beautiful countryside on a full-day tour from Athens to the Meteora monasteries and hermit caves. Upon your arrival at the town of Kalambaka, you will visit the medieval monastery complex, which sits perched high atop sandstone cliffs and is honored by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Once inside, gain insight into the monastery's history via a handy audio guide. Upgrade to include a 10-course Greek lunch.

This day trip from Crete packs a lot into one tour. Visit the suburbs of the Chania area and taste products from a bakery and a cheese factory shortly after they are produced. Learn about and taste raki, an aperitif flavored with anise. Have lunch in a kafeneio (traditional Greek coffeehouse) where you can hang with the locals and experience the real Crete.

Walk in the footsteps of the Gods on this 2-hour journey through ancient Athens and see the myths and legends of the Greek gods come to life. Walk through the city's streets with your guide who shares tales of satyrs, nymphs, and mighty gods. Discover the wrath of Zeus and the resilience of humanity, while exploring Athens' most iconic landmarks and hidden treasures.

If you’re arriving at Katakolo Port and want to maximize limited time, this private tour is a smart choice. Meet your driver, then head to the archaeological site of Olympia, where you can purchase admission and see ancient wonders like the Temple of Zeus. The trip also stops at a winery and the free Agios Ilias beach for a relaxing break.