Top Greece On the Water - page 3

Reaching Mykonos’ hidden coves and neighboring islands can be tricky by land. This catamaran cruise lets you explore the Aegean from the water, with stops to swim and snorkel around Rhenia and historic Delos, or along the southern beaches of Mykonos. In between swims, relax on deck and enjoy a freshly prepared Greek meal served on board, with beer and wine included.

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.

Head out from Kissamos to explore some of Crete’s most popular natural sights on this full-day catamaran sailing cruise. Sunbathe on the vessel’s deck as you’re transported to the sandy shores of Balos Lagoon, where you can stop for a swim in the warm Mediterranean waters. Then, head to Gramvousa Island, taking in the coastal scenery as you dine on a fresh lunch of salads, meats, and seafood.

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.

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.

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.

Near Chania—on the Greek island of Crete—lies Balos Lagoon, home to crystal-clear waters and pristine sandy beaches. Swim, snorkel, and relax under the warm Mediterranean sun away from the crowds on this full-day small-group catamaran cruise stopping at the lagoon and Gramvousa Island, where you’ll find an old pirate fortress. Hotel pickup is available, and departures are offered on two catamarans with different group sizes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to Athens International Airport, and end your trip to the Greek capital on a high note, with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your Athens hotel or accommodation, and relax on the journey to the airport in a climate-controlled vehicle. Leave all the logistics and navigation to someone else, and enjoy one last trip through the city before you depart.

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.

Make easy work of Athens’ busy streets and steep hills by whizzing around the sights on an easy-to-ride electric bike. Glide effortlessly around the hilltop ruins of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens and pedal around the atmospheric Old Town of Plaka. Hop off along the way to see the New Acropolis Museum, Hadrian’s Arch, and the National Gardens of Athens.

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.

The Acropolis of Athens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city's most iconic attraction—and ticket lines often involve a long wait. Save time for more sightseeing with this pre-booked e-ticket, and get guaranteed entry into the millennia-old landmark directly. Even better, this package includes an audio guide. Just pop in your headphones and explore the site at your own pace during a convenient self-guided tour.

Covering Athens on foot is slow in the heat, and a car keeps you at arm's length from the sights. See plenty up close on this guided bike tour, riding past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and the city's neighborhoods, with brief stops at landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, and add a guided Acropolis visit as an upgrade.

The Acropolis Museum is one of Athens’ highlights. Save time waiting in long visitor lines, by having a guarantee to skip-the-line to get your entrance ticket. There's so much to see in the Acropolis Museum and this tour takes the risk out of missing important artifacts by having a guide to show you around. You experience will be enriched by learning historical information as you explore.

Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora by rental car or public transportation from Athens can be stressful. Avoid navigating unfamiliar routes on this tour, which covers all six monasteries—with guided tours of three—plus hermit caves that most tourists miss. Break up the drive with stops in coastal villages (instead of highway rest stops), plus upgrade to add a traditional Greek lunch. Treat yourself to a private tour or opt for an extended, overnight tour with an included hotel stay.

Visit top sights along Santorini’s rocky coastline as well as two neighboring islands during this full-day sailing excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the Santorini volcano, take a soak in the sulfur-rich hot springs of Palea Kameni, swim near the island of Thirassia, and watch the sunset just under the stunning village of Oia over dinner and wine.

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.

Watch one of the most majestic sunsets in Greece with a half-day twilight tour to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Travel along the Saronic Gulf and Athens Riviera to the cape, which sits atop a sheer sea cliff and was a sacred site in the ancient world. Tour the Temple of Poseidon, dedicated to the mythological god of the sea, and see the sun dip below the horizon and several islands in the distance.

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.

Athens' ancient sites sit close together but uphill, and walking between them in the heat wears you out before you've seen much. An e-bike does the climbing for you, its motor handling the gradients so you arrive at each stop with energy to spare. The route takes in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Acropolis, the Panathenaic Stadium, and more, with photo stops along the way.