Home of democracy and philosophy, plate smashing and gyros, Greece has a long history, whitewashed island towns and a rich cuisine. Our specialists know the country from Athens and the heights of the Acropolis to the traditional villages on the island of Milos, and we can build you a Greece vacation that explores its highlights or delves deep into one facet of its culture.
We can suggest experiences based on your personal interests, including kayaking in the shadow of the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, dining with a local family in their home in Athens and hiking among the sky-scraping monasteries in Meteora. Whether you’re looking for a thorough tour of the most significant sites from the classical era or you’re ready to cruise on a private boat around Santorini, we’ll tailor your trip to suit you exactly.
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Suggested tours for Greece
Share dinner with an Athenian in their own home, explore the sleepy island of Hydra on foot, and take a private tour of the ruins of Epidavros. Our suggested itineraries are a great starting point as you begin to plan your trip to Greece.
Suggested activities for Greece
Sample local delicacies on a walking food tour of Athens, sip rare wines in the vineyards of Santorini, and explore the Acropolis and its museum on a private tour. Whatever interests you, our specialists will suggest experiences designed to enhance your trip to Greece.
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Milos cooking class ![Typical cuisine, Greece]()
Milos cooking class
MilosMilos cooking class
Learn to cook traditional Greek dishes on the island of Milos where you’ll join a local restaurant chef in choosing ingredients, preparing an array of meze-style dishes, gaining new skills and getting an insider’s guide to Greek cuisine.
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Ancient Athens and the Acropolis Museum ![The Acropolis, Athens]()
Ancient Athens and the Acropolis Museum
AthensAncient Athens and the Acropolis Museum
On this half-day privately guided tour, you’ll uncover the history, significance and function of the Athens Acropolis and its crowning glory, the Parthenon. Your time includes a trip to the Acropolis Museum, where the most highly prized sculptures are on display.
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Explore the monasteries at sunset by E-Bike ![St Nikolaou monastery, Meteora]()
Explore the monasteries at sunset by E-Bike
MeteoraExplore the monasteries at sunset by E-Bike
Avoid the crowds and discover Meteora by e-bike in a guided sunset tour that gives you a feel for the landscape of this valley as well as the people who built its cliff-top monasteries, before finishing at a scenic viewpoint.
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Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made tours
- Fully protected travel
- Established for over 25 years
- 98% of our clients would recommend us
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Greece, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for traveling to Greece, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest Government of Canada travel advice.
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Greece in pictures
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Milos
Our expert guides to traveling in Greece
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Greece. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Greece at its best.
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Greece with Audley Travel
Visit the stately Parthenon overlooking Athens, sail the deep-blue waters of the Aegean, pick olives from gnarled trees and stay in the whitewashed villages of Santorini on your tailor-made trip to Greece.
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Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water ![Coastal view, Capri]()
Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water
Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water
While away your day on a private boat, admiring the hidden coves around Capri, or hike among the fantastical waterfalls deep in the heart of a Croatian park. Our European specialists suggest seven great ways to enjoy the continent’s waterways.
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6 reasons to visit Europe in autumn ![Barolo, Piedmont]()
6 reasons to visit Europe in autumn
6 reasons to visit Europe in autumn
From hiking among the heather in the Highlands of Scotland to truffle hunting in Greece to French wine harvest fêtes, Europe is really at its best in autumn. Here are six reasons to visit after the summer crowds have gone.
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Santorini to Nafplio: The best Greek islands, beaches, and coastal towns ![Views in the evening, Fira]()
Santorini to Nafplio: The best Greek islands, beaches, and coastal towns
Santorini to Nafplio: The best Greek islands, beaches, and coastal towns
Greece’s many islands and seaside towns offer a plethora of options for you to choose from: hiking, sailing, kayaking, exploring ancient excavations or just lolling on a glamorous beach under the Aegean sun. Greece specialist Laura explores five sunny, coastal destinations.
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Highlights of the Peloponnese ![Site of Ancient Olympia, Greece]()
Highlights of the Peloponnese
Highlights of the Peloponnese
Rural, mountainous and remote, the Peloponnese was considered a mythic and mysterious land by the ancient Greeks. Greece specialist Abby demystifies the region and discusses its wineries, classical ruins and opportunities for outdoor adventures.
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Explore ancient cities of Europe and the Middle East ![Roman Forum ruins, Rome]()
Explore ancient cities of Europe and the Middle East
Explore ancient cities of Europe and the Middle East
From the pyramids and the Parthenon to the Colosseum and Diocletian’s Palace, the remnants of ancient empires still define modern Europe and the Middle East. Our specialists suggest the best way to explore these not-so-hidden roots from Amman to Athens.
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Exploring classical Greece: Five essential destinations ![Erechtheum, Athens]()
Exploring classical Greece: Five essential destinations
Exploring classical Greece: Five essential destinations
Explore the cradle of European culture with Greece specialist Abbey on this tour of five classical destinations, from the sun-bleached Parthenon in Athens to the sacred island of Delos, which the ancients believed to be the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis.
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Top 5 museums in Athens ![Views over Monastiraki Square, Athens]()
Top 5 museums in Athens
Top 5 museums in Athens
As the cradle of Western culture, Greece has a special place in the history of art and architecture. Audley specialist and art history enthusiast Shannon visits bronze sculptures, marble friezes and Byzantine mosaics at five of Athens’ best museums.
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