Top Greece Unique Experiences

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.

Visit the family home of a local Cretan for an evening of cooking, eating, and cultural exchange. Begin your visit in the vegetable gardens, where you harvest ingredients to use in your recipes. Learn traditional dishes from your hosts, hear the stories behind each, and taste local cheeses. Enjoy views of the Aegean Sea and the mountains, then sit down to a meal you helped prepare, paired with local wine.

Sip on Santorini wine and nibble on local bites during this small-group, half-day tour of the island and three of its wine estates. As you explore, learn about Santorini’s unique vine management techniques, discover local varieties such as assyrtiko, and taste at least 12 wines. Your tour includes a stop at a cliff-top winery, which offers spectacular views of the Aegean by day—and sunset if you’ve booked the sunset option.

Taste the many flavors of wine in Santorini with a half-day, small-group wine tour. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on an excursion to visit three different wineries and learn about how the island’s volcanic soil impacts the wines. Walk through the vineyards and taste 10 wines during the day, alongside local cheese and snacks.

Learn how to cook a traditional Greek lunch or dinner at this cooking class. Experience a hands-on class and prepare at least five different dishes. Bring home the recipes you prepare during the class and recreate a taste of Greece at home.

The Greek port city of Thessaloniki is known for its magnificent Byzantine and Ottoman–era monuments, but many travelers never explore beyond the historic sights. On this tour, discover the city through the eyes of a Thessaloniki local, and enjoy a personalized itinerary custom-made for you. Choose a tour duration that suits your schedule, and opt to visit museums, markets, neighborhoods and more—wherever interests you most.

Join this day tour of Gramvousa, an island that serves as a regional bird habitat. Enjoy a hassle-free roundtrip bus transfer from Rethymno to Kissamos port to board the scenic cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island. Cruise without the stress of arranging local transportation.

Take your time discovering the highlights of Preveli Palm Beach in Rethimno during this tour. Enjoy exploring one of Southern Crete's most famous beaches, visiting the island's second-largest palm forest, swimming in crystal-clear waters, strolling through a palm-lined river, and experiencing a historic spot beloved by hippies. Be aware that the boat ticket is not included and must be purchased onsite with cash.

Artistic travelers who are interested in Greek culture will enjoy this small-group mosaic-making workshop in the Southern Peloponnese. Learn more about Greek traditions, arts, and crafts from your instructor. You’ll be given all the necessary materials and tools to make your own classically inspired mosaic, and plenty of time to finish off a piece that you can take home with you.

Escape the crowds and delve into Santorini’s rich winemaking history and culture with this half-day cellar tour. Skip the hassle of navigating the island’s rural roads with hotel pickup and transportation to three of the top wineries on Santorini to taste a variety of vintages. Learn the differences between the island’s terroirs and take in views of the sea and sunset while sipping local whites and reds.

Immerse yourself in traditional Greek cuisine in this small-group cooking class on Rhodes. Held in a restaurant in the foodie village of Maritsa, learn the secrets to making several different traditional Greek dishes, including saganaki cheese, feta with honey, pitaroudia, tzatziki, and dolmadakia. Afterwards, enjoy the dishes that you prepared.

Taste the best of Athens, all in one day: this wide-ranging, private food tour will introduce you to authentic bites and vibrant neighborhoods. Pick between several daily start times and meet your guide in central Athens. Over the course of your excursion, you’ll see where locals shop at a bustling market, will enjoy meze dishes at a traditional tavern, will indulge in sweet treats like baklava and lukoumades, will discover spice vendors, will sample the city’s best souvlaki, and much more.

Don't just dine in restaurants, but master the art of traditional Greek food on this fun and friendly cooking class in Nafplio. Travel to a scenic location and, with guidance from a professional local chef, prepare classic Greek recipes using the fresh and seasonal produce that’s a fixture of the region's cuisine. Learn insider tips on preparation and presentation, and pick up invaluable Greek cooking secrets along the way. At the end of your lesson, sit down with your host and fellow cooks to enjoy your finished dishes with wine and ouzo.

Enjoy a hassle-free bus transfer from the main areas of Heraklion to Kissamos port. Purchase a boat cruise to Balos Lagoon and Grambousa island and hop aboard the bus after your cruise to return. We disembark at the island of Gramvousa also known as the “pirates’ island”. You can admire the famous fortress of Gramvousa built by the Venetians in 1579 high on a rock and if you want, you can climb up to admire the magnificent view. After our exploration of the area, you have plenty of time to enjoy our swim at the gorgeous beach with the wonderful colors or have lunch aboard. Balos, one of the loveliest places in Greece. The view of the lagoon is truly breathtaking and brings us in mind exotic beaches in the Caribbean.

Expand your knowledge of Mediterranean gins and enjoy multiple tastings by opting for this guided gin tasting experience in Athens. Learn more about the gin crafting process and hear stories about each gin you try—information you likely wouldn’t find out about if trying the gins in a bar. All alcoholic beverages, bottled water, snacks, and a cheat sheet for notes are included for a seamless experience.

Make the most of your time ashore in Mykonos on this private trip to Delos. Set off from Mykonos port aboard a shared ferry; upon arrival at UNESCO–listed Delos, check off the best of the ruins with your dedicated guide. Listen to tales of Apollo and Artemis, the Greek gods supposedly born here, and see highlights like the Sanctuary of Apollo, the House of Cleopatra, and more.

Enjoy a hands-on experience of local Cretan food on this tour. Spend time with a Cretan family and learn about olive harvesting and cheesemaking while attempting it yourself. Go on a walking tour of a Cretan farm and visit the greenhouse. Sit down for a picnic with regional meze and homemade alcohol called raki.

Enjoy a 3-hour immersive, local food and wine experience that begins with a visit to Stella’s family vineyard, followed by a curated Cretan wine tasting paired with local delicacies. You’ll start at the tasting room, then drive 5 km to the vineyard - please note that having your own car or van is recommended for this short journey. After a stroll through the vineyard and learning about local grape varieties, settle in for a wine tasting that can be held either back at the tasting room or as a charming picnic under the trees in the vineyard. If you prefer the picnic option, just let Stella know in advance. Your tasting will include 5 carefully selected wines, with the option to tailor the selection to your preferences—white, rosé, or red—if arranged ahead of time. Each wine will be paired with regional specialties such as local cheeses, seasonal fruits, homemade sauces (like roasted bell pepper or tomato), paximadi, jams, sun-dried tomatoes, and apaki, a smoked ham unique to Crete.

Said to be the birthplace of the Greek gods Apollo and Artemis, Delos is one of Greece’s most significant archaeological sites—and this private tour makes discovering it easy. With your own guide, check off the UNESCO–listed ruins’ highlights, from the Sanctuary of Apollo to the houses of Dionysus and Cleopatra, while learning the stories behind the sights. Round-trip hotel transfers and ferry trips from Mykonos are included.

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Discover Mykonos’ traditional side—and immerse yourself in its culinary heritage—during this private cooking class. Pick between convenient lunch and dinner options, and upgrade for round-trip transit from your hotel. Upon arrival at your instructor’s home, you’ll learn how to handle filo dough, will make traditional meze dishes, try local ouzo, and more. After your class, sit down to enjoy a multi-course feast, complete with a main course prepared by your guide, as well as wine and dessert.

Learn all about traditional Greek cuisine—and prepare a delectable, multi-course meal right in your host’s family home—with this intimate, private cooking class. Pick between convenient lunch and dinner slots, and meet your instructor at her home. Over the course of several hours, you’ll learn how to make traditional meze dishes (like taramosalata and spanakopita), a Greek salad, and a hearty main. Later, sit down to your meal with your host, try Greek wine, and enjoy an authentic dessert.

Enjoy a twist on a traditional walking tour that goes beyond the city's ancient heritage with this private tour that focuses on Athens's street art scene. After meeting your guide at your central Athens hotel, let them take the lead as you stroll through different neighbourhoods to discover murals, graffiti, and stencils. See street art that you might have otherwise missed and learn about artists that may be new to you.