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The Acropolis Museum is one of the world’s premier archaeological museums, but it can be overrun with visitors during the day. Avoid the worst of the crowds with this evening tour, and learn more about the artifacts by touring with a guide. After, explore the Acropolis itself, beautifully lit up after dark. Opt to dine at the Acropolis Museum’s rooftop restaurant (own expense) for even better views.

Swap ancient archaeological sites for a different kind of adventure with this guided sea kayaking experience. Paddle with a local guide who knows the coastline inside out, leading you to hidden beaches, sea caves, and top snorkeling spots that are easy to miss without insider knowledge.

Leave the heat and crowds of Athens behind and set out on this sea kayaking experience along the picturesque coastline of eastern Attica. Join your kayaking guide and set off to paddle along the coast, stopping to snap photos and take a dip along the way. Discover hidden beaches and tiny islets that you might otherwise miss, snorkel around dramatic rock formations, and relax over Greek snacks and beverages.

The rugged landscapes of Crete are spectacular—but many of the island’s most dramatic views are hard to fully appreciate from the ground. This small-group hot-air balloon experience lifts you above the Lassithi Plateau for sweeping aerial views of mountains, villages, and farmland. After helping prepare the balloon and completing a safety briefing, float peacefully above the plateau before celebrating with a glass of Champagne and breakfast at a local tavern once you land.

Get an up-close look at the blue waters of the Mediterranean, without so much as getting your face wet, on this semisubmersible trip around Agios Nikolaos' Mirabello Bay. Watch out for fish and maybe even sea turtles as you listen to the audio guide commentary in your choice of five languages. For the second half of the tour, come up to the upper decks for glorious views of Agios Nikolaos and the Cretan coast.

Maximize time in Athens on a private walking tour of the Acropolis and other historical highlights. Meet your guide for a private half-day walking tour including the Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy reserved access and explore several landmarks of ancient Greek civilization with a private guide. Learn about history, architecture, and mythology during this guided walking tour.

Experience the rich historical legacy of Thessaloniki during this private walking tour led by a local archaeologist. Discover a variety of UNESCO World Heritage monuments from the Byzantine and Roman eras, visit the famous White Tower, and step back in time at the Greek Agora and Roman Forum. A private guide and a snack are included.

Join this private tour and explore all the food and wine delights of Santorini. This will be around four hours, beginning at approximately around 4pm based on the sunset time. Your guide will take you to the local distillery museum to try local spirits like ouzo. Then you’ll go to a family run tavern for dinner, where they catch their own fish. Try local salads and fresh, grilled fish. Finally spend some time at a local winery with amazing views of the cliffs and caldera at sunset.

Athens spreads across a large and hilly city, so covering the Acropolis, Arch of Hadrian, and Acropolis Museum on foot takes considerably longer than most visitors anticipate. This private full-day driving tour connects all three by vehicle, with an optional guide and traditional lunch available to add depending on how much depth your group wants from the visit.

The Angelica Private Sailing Cruise departing from Ammoudi bay is a great opportunity to enjoy a sailing cruise at the best and most unique spots of Santorini, some of them accessible only by boats. Furthermore you will the chance to enjoy BBQ meals onboard consisting of meat and vegetarian menus.

Get an in-depth understanding of the Acropolis and its buildings on this private tour. Set out with a private guide who speaks English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish and learn about all the monuments that make up the famous site. Visit the Parthenon, the Theater of Dionysus, the Nike Temple, and more at your own pace.

The ruins of ancient Delphi sit northwest of Athens. With this private and customizable tour, visit Delphi in comfort from the city. Travel in an air-conditioned, WiFi-equipped vehicle with a driver at a time of your choosing. Elect to upgrade your tour to include a luxury vehicle, a traditional lunch at a Greek restaurant, and an archaeological guide who can walk you through Delphi.

Visit one of Greece’s most striking landmarks on this private photography tour of UNESCO–listed Meteora. Spend a full day exploring craggy rock formations and Greek Orthodox monasteries with personalized attention. Learn photography tips from your guide, and try out your new skills. You'll have the chance to visit one or two monasteries before the day's end.

Tranquility can be hard to find in Santorini, especially during high season. Enjoy a private sunset fishing trip aboard a 52-foot wooden boat with a local female captain. Fish, snorkel, admire the sunset, and savor a home-cooked feast of catch of the day, including wine, water, soft drinks, and tea or coffee. Round-trip private hotel transfers are included for a seamless experience.

Explore Santorini’s top attractions on this guided excursion. After setting sail from the port of Athinios aboard a speedy catamaran, enjoy activities that include touring the volcanic island by bus, exploring the picturesque village of Oia, strolling through the alleys and streets of Fira, and taking a refreshing swim at a black sand beach or traveling by boat to a crater lake (extra expense).

Venture away from the bustling city of Thessaloniki and visit Kerkini Lake on this full-day excursion. This area is one of Greece’s most biodiverse wetland ecosystems with over 300 bird and animal species. Join a small group and spend time observing birds, flamingos, and buffalos with the views of Mount Beles and the Serres Valley in the background.

Journey to one of the most picturesque ancient sights in Greece—and make traveling beyond Athens city limits hassle-free—on a private, half-day trip to the Temple of Poseidon. Travel to Cape Sounion, where the well-preserved temple ruins sit high atop a dramatic sea cliff. Explore the area independently (admission tickets own expense), and soak up the scenery. Alternatively, upgrade to enjoy a Greek lunch, and to extend the tour.

Departing at 09:00, this private half-day morning cruise offers a refined and unhurried way to experience the Aegean, as the turquoise waters and dramatic coastline of Kimolos and Polyaigos reveal their serene, untouched beauty. Sailing from Pollonia toward Kimolos and Polyaigos, you will explore secluded coves, volcanic landscapes, and crystal-clear bays ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Each stop is thoughtfully selected by your experienced captain, ensuring a smooth, safe, and authentic journey at sea. On board, water and beer are served alongside carefully selected traditional treats from Milos. The boat is fully equipped with comprehensive safety amenities, swimming aids (life jackets), a shaded canopy, towels, and an on-board WC, offering comfort and discreet luxury throughout the experience. During the cruise, guests who wish to may enjoy an introduction to traditional fishing, with rods and bait available, adding an authentic, hands-on element to the journey.

Don’t let limited time stop you seeing the best of Santorini—explore the picture-perfect Greek island at your own pace on a private tour that can be customized according to the sights that capture your interest. Cover more sights in less time as you travel by air-conditioned car and enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

Secure your place in advance and avoid the hassle of organizing your own boat trip by prebooking for this full-day Saronic Gulf cruise from Athens. Board a sailing Catamaran and absorb the scenery as you sail to Aegina island. An onboard lunch and snorkel and fishing equipment are included.

Expand your palate and get a behind the scenes look at olive oil production in Greece on a private full-day tour. Set on a tranquil farm in a rural area, the half-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want a short break from the tourist crowds in Athens. After a dynamic tour of the groves, learn how to choose top-quality olive oil during a thorough and instructive tasting.

Get more out of your trip to Heraklion with this tour to the best sights of western Crete. Following your multilingual guide, you’ll witness the Minoan city of Chania, still one of Crete’s finest gems, and its decisive blend of old and new. Then it’s off to Old Town Rethymnon, one of Crete’s most well-preserved ancient settlements, and Lake Kournas, wrapping up this day with some spectacular Cretan nature.

We sail from Piso Livadi either towards Naxos or South Paros by 18:00, hoisting our sails and adjusting our course according to the prevailing winds. We enjoy a scenic cruise with a welcome drink in hand. We will anchor in sheltered spots for a swim that will be followed by our superbly prepared dinner and dessert. As the sun starts to hide itself above land ahead of us, we hoist our sails again and make our way back to Pisso Livadi by dusk to make this experience unique like no other.

Olympia is known for being an important archeological site and the place where the Olympics was born. With this full-day tour, avoid the hassle of getting public transport and enjoy a worry-free private tour instead. First, go to Corinth Canal to see its panoramic views, and then head to Olympia—home to impressive temples, monuments and a stadium that once hosted 45,000 people. The tour also stops at Kakovatos Beach before the ride back to Athens.