Greece
Holidays & Travel Facts

Greece is a country blessed with natural wonders, ancient sites and architectural marvels. It has 3500 islands dotted throughout the blue waters of the Aegean and Ionian Seas. The scenery varies from mighty gorges to towering mountains; from the arid and rocky Cycladic islands to the icy lakes and plummeting rivers of Northern Greece. The Greeks love to eat and drink, so food and wine is...

Greece

Overview for Greece

Mainland Greece is overflowing with archeological and World Heritage listed sights, secluded beaches and rugged mountains. Take the Classical and Meteora tour to see the highlights of Delphi, built precipitously on a cliff edge, the famous Byzantine monasteries of the Meteora, and Olympia, site of the ancient Olympic Games. In the south explore the Peloponnese area, home to the famous Kalamata olives and the once dominant Sparta. Click here to read more about Greece...

Top Tours for Greece

  • Mykonos Uncovered Package

    Mykonos Uncovered Package

    Venture to cosmopolitan Mykonos; its capital is a labyrinth of narrow lanes that zig-zag between white-walled buildings. Relax... more

  • Essential Rhodes Package

    Essential Rhodes Package

    Rhodes the ‘Rose of the Aegean’ is considered to be the most beautiful of all the Greek Islands. It is the largest of the... more

  • Essential Samos Package

    Essential Samos Package

    Samos is an island with unique natural beauty. Situated in the East Aegean Sea with green forests, endless vineyards, olive... more

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Our top picks for Greece:

  1. The Acropolis - The most iconic monument of ancient Greece.
  2. Santorini - World-famous destination where a sophisticated lifestyle and Greek culture merge with spectacular landscapes.
  3. Rhodes - Meander through the atmospheric streets of the largest inhabited medieval town in Europe.
  4. Delphi - Navel of the ancient world and home to the famous oracle that influenced the course of Greek history.

When to go

Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Greece. The middle of summer can be overcrowded with tourists, whilst during the winter months the tourist infrastructure goes into hibernation.