Top Greece Outdoor Activities - page 3

Escape the crowds on land and admire Mykonos from the water on a luxury catamaran cruise that takes you off the beaten path to Rhenia, an uninhabited island surrounded by crystalline waters and home to ancient Greek ruins. Enjoy free time to relax as you wish—swim in the crystal-clear waters, soak up the sun, and enjoy refreshing drinks on board. Note: the itinerary is subject to weather conditions and might be adjusted to explore the southern coast of Mykonos.

Experience the best of Athens over 24, 48, or 72 hours on this hop-on hop-off Athens sightseeing bus tour. Travel around by open-top double-decker bus and create your own itinerary. Learn about Athens’ history from the onboard audio guide and hop on and off as much as you wish. As an added bonus, free Greek beer will be provided at a local venue.

Spend the day sailing around beautiful Santorini on a catamaran. Imbibe unlimited amounts of white wine, soft drinks, and water and indulge in a delicious barbecue prepared onboard the catamaran as you sail in the gorgeous blue waters of the sea off the shore of Santorini.

Enjoy a half-day cruise and discover the most beautiful places in Milos sailing on the West and South side of the island, exploring the caves of the famous old pirate bay of Kleftiko and discovering a part of the South side.

Leave Naxos for a lazy day at sea, cruising by contemporary catamaran. With the boat work, navigation, and lunch prep left to the crew, your time is your own to enjoy as you wish. Soak up the sun on deck with complimentary drinks, cruise to secluded coves that would be tricky to access alone, and enjoy dips in the Aegean Sea to dive safely and snorkel beneath the waves.

Santorini’s south coast offers volcanic beaches of different colors: Red Beach, with its ocher sands, and White Beach, with its chalky cliffs. Admire them from the ocean, swimming and snorkeling in uncrowded spots along the way, on this fun small-group sea kayaking adventure. There’s no problem if you’ve never kayaked before: your guide can provide instruction.

Prebook this Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon tour to guarantee your visit to the UNESCO World Hertiage Site. Going with a guide gives you more as you walk along the site learning the history and beauty behind the ruins. Plus, you can choose whether to add your admission ticket for convenience when you book or to purchase when you arrive there.

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Athens Riviera on this half-day, small-group catamaran cruise, with hotel transfers. 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.

Make the most out of your time in Santorini aboard this tranquil catamaran tour. Enjoy the splendid views from the boat as it sails around Santorini, and discover a side of the island many other visitors miss. Swim and snorkel in the blue sea and indulge in a delicious barbecue dinner prepared onboard, complemented with local drinks. You see the best of the island in one relaxing getaway.

Enhance your experience of Athens on a mythological tour of the ancient Greek city. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks like the Acropolis and listen to the captivating myths that surround each landmark. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.

Combine a visit to Santorini's caldera and hot springs with a trip out to the island of Thirasia with this cruise. You'll start at Nea Kameni, a volcanic island, where you'll have time to walk around the island and swim in its hot springs. You'll the cruise on to Thirasia, where you'll have enough time to have lunch and explore before sailing back to Santorini.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Some of Milos’ most beautiful landscapes, from the stunning Sykia sea cave through to Kleftiko Beach with its eerie white caves and coves, can only be reached by sea. Discover them in style, aboard a Lagoon 400 S2 sailing catamaran with a small group, when you opt for this full-day cruise. Enjoy a stop at Gerakas beach and Galazia Nera at Poliegos and a barbecue lunch on board.

Escape the urban energy of Athens for the day and set sail for the Saronic Islands aboard a spacious Greek sailing ship. Find your favorite spot on deck to soak up the Mediterranean sun while island-hopping to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. Swim and snorkel right off the boat, and indulge in a delicious Greek lunch onboard during this luxury island adventure.

Indulge your inner foodie on this half-day gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

The Saronic Gulf is ideal for island-hopping, but getting around by ferry can be time-consuming. With this day cruise from Athens, visit three islands in one day. Dock on Agistri and Aegina to explore on land, or take a dip in the crystalline waters. Drop anchor near Moni and relax over a traditional Greek lunch on board. Along the way, have the freedom to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe as you wish.

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.

The Greek islands are made for hopping, but visiting multiple islands in one day by ferry can be stressful. With this boat tour, set off from Piraeus on board an elegant wooden boat to explore the coastlines of Aegina and Agistri in one day. Land on both islands for free time to sightsee, dive into the crystalline waters for swimming and snorkeling, and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at sea.

Immerse yourself in the myths and monuments of classical Greece on this full-day tour of Delphi from Athens. Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Delphi with a guide and learn how the city was considered the ‘Center of the World’ in ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the dramatically situated Temple of Apollo, then discover long-lost wonders at the Delphi Archeological Museum, including the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos.

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Athens with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Athens International Airport, and relax on the journey to your Athens city or coastal hotel, apartment, or vacation rental. There’s no need to worry about taxi meters or carrying cash: Book online, in the currency of your choice, for a transparent fee, then simply show your voucher.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from your Athens vacation than the gift of Greek cuisine. Get to grips with seasonally changing classics like tzatziki, roast lamb, stuffed vine leaves, and flaky spinach pie on this half-day cooking course in a central Athens taverna. Once you’re done, sit down and savor the fruits of your labor, accompanied with a glass of wine, beer, or soft drink—and Acropolis views.

Learn to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this small-group cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved eatery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor with views over the Acropolis.

Explore the highlights of Athens in just one day on this private or small-group tour by private vehicle. Enjoy pickup from your hotel or a convenient meeting point and visit highlights such the Acropolis, Parthenon, Ancient Agora, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Acropolis Museum (museum entrance extra), and Lycabettus Hill and explore the neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki. Includes lunch.