Top Greece Hiking Tours - page 3

Passing through a thick forest, a hidden cave and rocky paths, you are on the top of the most beautiful and greenest mountain on the island. The contrast between green and blue, between the earth, the sky and the sea is indescribable in words: it must be tried!

Immerse yourself in the culinary history and practices of Greece during this half-day traditional cooking class in Athens. Tour Athens' Central Food Market to purchase produce, then head back to the home kitchen with your instructor to prepare dishes using the fresh local ingredients. Menus are adaptable to most dietary requirements so everyone can participate.

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Athens Riviera on this half-day, small-group catamaran cruise. While an experienced skipper and crew do the work, relax and revel in the sunshine and the scenery. Enjoy stops to swim, stay refreshed with unlimited complimentary drinks, and savor a delicious Greek meal, including barbecue dishes, served by the crew. Choose a morning or sunset cruise when you book.

Immerse yourself in traditional Greek gastronomy—and discover sights and bites you'd miss if exploring alone—on this small-group food walking tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll through Athens' foodie neighborhoods, and learn all about Greek culinary culture. Then, get ready to savor everything from olives, honey, cheese, and mezze (small plates) to Greek comfort food and delicious desserts. Vegetarian options are available if needed.

Skip trying to book a taxi on your Santorini vacation, and organize a private transfer by Mercedes-Benz minivan in advance. The private service operates between the airport, port, and island hotels for both arrival and departure transfers. Villages covered include Akrotiri, Emporio, Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, Kamari, Megalochori, Messaria, Monolythos, Oia, Perissa, Pyrgos, Votonas, and Vourvoulos.

A fascinating circular excursion that takes you to admire the bay of Lindos from a privileged point, and then cross the town and visit the Acropolis, accompanied by the scent and the view of the sea along the entire route.

One of the world’s deepest canyons in proportion to its width, the Vikos Gorge carves its way through Epirus in considerable style. Hike this dramatic 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) gorge through unspoiled nature and gorgeous stone villages with a private guide. You’ll have transport waiting so you don’t have to return the way you came.

Hike the Menalon Trail from Stemnitsa to Dimitsana, and discover old hermitages in the Lousios Gorge on this guided, small-group tour. Your guide will take care of logistics, so you just need to concentrate on enjoying the landscape, and hearing stories of the history you’re walking through. You’ll see villages of goldsmiths and watermills, plus the river where Zeus had his first bath.

Explore Athens once the temperatures have cooled and the daytime crowds have gone home on this small-group nighttime tour. Let your guide lead the way as you walk around the city, taking in views of the illuminated Parthenon and the Acropolis, as well as other historical landmarks. Complete your evening by eating like a local and enjoying a Greek dinner in a traditional tavern.

Explore the waters of the Evoikos Gulf. Board your boat in Shinias Bay and choose between dive sites including Dipsa Island, Platourada Island, and Marathon Cape. Enjoy a single dive on a half-day trip, visit 2 sites on a full-day excursion, or spend 2 days diving at 4 different locations. Discover the world beneath the waves, where you’ll find ancient relics, caverns, shipwrecks, and more.

Enjoy a new way to explore the Greek coast with this beginner-friendly, small-group scuba-diving experience. Make your own way to the center in Nea Makri, and learn the scuba basics from your instructor. Then, enjoy your first open-water dive in the Mediterranean. All scuba equipment is conveniently provided, and no experience or prior certification is necessary to enjoy this bucket-list activity.

Go behind the scenes in Athens to taste authentic Greek cuisine on a food and walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Experience daily life in the city as you visit a variety of eateries and discover culinary gems that are favorites of the locals. Enjoy enough tastings to make up a generous meal and understand why Greece is famous for its delicious cuisine. Visit the Athens Central market, bakeries, traditional taverns and restaurants, and explore historical sites that few tourists see.

Explore the mountain terrain of Argolis and enjoy panoramic views over Greece’s rugged coastline on this hiking tour in Nafplio. Choose from a range of hiking trails of varying difficulty. Hike through olive groves, fruit orchards and dense vegetation, and gain insight into the region’s native flora and fauna. Follow ancient pathways past historic monuments and pass traditional villages where life ticks by at a relaxing pace. Hike coastal paths over the headland and descend to sandy beaches where the waves roll gently in.

Dive into Athens' rich history with a guided tour of the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Ancient Agora. Explore iconic monuments, such as the Temple of Athena Nike and Dionysus Theater, and discover artifacts in the Ancient Agora Museum. Skip-the-ticket-line access ensures a smoother visit, though some waiting time for security checks may occur.

You’ve spent time in Greece’s best cities and along the coast—now it’s time to experience Crete’s inland nature. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll travel to a hidden gorge for a serene hiking adventure, getting to know the island’s wild side. Over 3.5 hours, your local guide highlights the area’s flora and fauna, leading the way along craggy rock formations and to a moment away from it all.

Hiking in Meteora without a guide may mean you miss hidden must-sees and history, or get lost. Make the most of the rock-pillar landscapes and monasteries on a half-day tour from Kalambaka with a hiking guide. Follow historical monks’ paths you might overlook alone, hear details on the area’s nature that many hikers miss, and visit one or two monasteries (own expense) on route. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore Corfu’s stunning nature on foot with this group hiking tour. Choose to depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way into the countryside. Equipped with snacks and light refreshments, follow your guide through the many easy to moderate hiking trails of Corfu. Enjoy the views of waterfalls and coastlines along the way.

Hike Samaria Gorge from Omalos to Agia Roumeli on this full-day hiking tour from Rethymno that includes round-trip transfers by climate-controlled bus and a boat ride from Agia Roumeli to Sougia. To do the 8-mile (13-kilometer), one-way hike through Samaria Gorge, you need to coordinate transportation by land and sea. This tour takes the hassle out of planning while leaving you free to hike at your own pace.

The Acropolis and its museum are Athens' crown jewel, but the sights are often overrun with visitors. With this prebooked e-ticket for the time slot of your choice, zip past the crowds at the entrance and spend more time immersed in the Golden Age of Athens. Explore the archaeological site and the museum’s collection of artifacts with the engaging insights of two dedicated audio tours downloaded directly to your smartphone.

Discover some of Greece’s greatest treasures and the best of modern Athens on this half-day Athens sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, take a coach tour of top Athens sites, including the Constitution Square (Syntagma Square) and the Panathenaic Stadium, stage of the first modern Olympic Games. Then, explore the mighty Acropolis on foot to see the glorious Parthenon and other highlights. Upgrade to include entry to the Acropolis Museum.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Athens with this private cruise port transfer service. Meet your driver at Piraeus Port, and relax on the journey to downtown Athens. One-way transfer from Piraeus Port to your central Athens hotel Private vehicle with driver

Pack your hiking gear and set out on a hiking trip to Meteora. Connect with nature and experience the breathtaking scenery around you. Hike through the hidden trails and discover the hidden monastery of Ypapanti and the ancient ruins of St. Dimitrios. Capture the panoramic views with your camera, and enjoy the experience of a lifetime.

Climb the third-highest peak in Rhodes on this small-group hiking tour of Profitis Ilias Mountain. Start from the agricultural village of Salakos and take the relatively easy trail from the foothills to Elafos and Elafina, former hotels built in Alpine-style architecture. Continue to the Villa de Vecchi, once belonging to an Italian governor of the island, and the Byzantine church of Profitis Ilias. After a short break and a snack, make the descent back to Salakos.

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.