Exploring the Magical Cycladic Islands of Greece

Athens comes alive with stories! Explore Plaka with a guide, tasting local treats while hearing tales of Zeus & Dionysus. Live music adds fun as you climb Mars Hill and learn why Athens is named for Athena. Top it off with a visit to the Acropolis and the Parthenon! A perfect intro to Greek history on your family vacation.

Mythology for Families – Private

This tour is an educational experience for children of all ages, designed to keep everyone engaged! For the next 3 hours, you will be part of a fun, inspirational, and fictional cosmos that your family will create with the help of your expert guide.

Your guide will lead the way to the ancient landmarks and districts of the city of Athens. Behind each landmark are stories you have read in books and seen in movies! Now, you can witness the sites where the Greek Gods were worshiped and learn about the legends behind them.

Not only will your children be drawn into an imaginary world, but they will also learn important lessons – the ancient myths carry great teachings on looking at life, because they are based on things most of us can relate to.

Your guide will share more intriguing details about your favorite fantasy movies and books, so gather your questions and ask away! Perhaps you are interested in finding out the legends of Hercules or if the film Troy and Percy Jackson are accurate. Maybe you loved Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey and want to dig deeper into the heroic characters in those books. Take a seat, sip on a beverage of your choosing, and enjoy a delightful conversation!

Inclusions

• 3-hour private walking tour
• Hotel pick-up (walking)
• Private service of an expert guide

Acropolis For Families – Private

This experience is easily adjustable and tailored to the children’s ages, making it ideal for families who wish to learn about history with a fun twist!

You will start your exploration with your specialized tour guide who will explain all about the impressive site and its glorious monuments. You will also learn the intriguing myths and stories of the past through entertaining interactive games that you will play as a family.

Walk through the wondrous ancient site of the Acropolis and bring the incredible monuments to life by holding your mobile device in front of the ancient structures to see how they were 2000 years ago, with the use of the augmented-reality application for the Acropolis site! While your guide paints a mental image of what the imposing structures used to look like, hold up your device facing the inside of the Parthenon and see the gigantic 12-meter statue of Athena standing majestically in front of you!

This tour is designed so that children will interact with the ruins in a fun and engaging manner, while your expert guide will share myths and stories of the past. If you wish to continue exploring the city, feel free to ask your guide for fun-family recommendations to perfect your day in Athens!

Inclusions

• 2-hour private guided tour to the Acropolis
• Hotel pick-up (walking)
• Tour adjusted according to the children’s ages
• Private services of child-friendly state-licensed guide
• Augmented-Reality mobile application for Acropolis (unique password will be provided)
• Entrance fees

Learn local history and myths. Explore ancient Corinth, including the Temple of Apollo and Roman ruins. Return via the Corinth Canal, a major shipping route. Winery visits are possible! Perfect family escapes on your Greek vacation.

Ancient Corinth Guided Excursion – Private

Just a stone’s throw away from Athens, you will find yourself at the ancient site of Corinth.

Your Ancient Corinth experience consists of geographical wonders, ancient history, and mythology with a landscape that offers a sense of serenity.

Start your day from Athens and head to the Corinth Canal, a narrow neck of land that connects the Peloponnese peninsula with mainland Greece. The manmade Isthmus of Corinth is a great mechanical achievement. Your expert guide will explain to you how the ambitious proposition of the ruler of Corinth, Periander, conceived the initial idea 2600 years ago, however, its construction began in 1882.

Drive for 15 minutes and you will reach the Ancient City of Corinth. Ancient Corinth flourished by the 1st century CE and became an important administrative and trade center. The Doric-style Temple of Apollo dominates the site, and you will want to capture its glory from all angles.

Visit the Church of Apostle Paul, the patron saint of the Corinthians who spent 2 years in Corinth, and in his honor, they built him an impressive church. Also witness the ‘Bema’, a large elevated rostrum where according to tradition it was where Paul’s trial was held. Although Apostle Paul was not one of the original twelve disciples, he certainly spread the word of Christianity all over Ancient Greece and wrote the famous Epistles addressed to the Corinthians that are part of the New Testament.

Inclusions

• 6-hour private guided tour
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Private services of a state-licensed guide
• Entrance fees

Land in Naxos and head straight to your hotel. Relax and soak up the Greek sunshine – plenty to explore tomorrow on your family vacation!

Once Upon A Time In Naxos – Private

Embark on a day of authentic adventure for young explorers, immersing them in the enchanting Naxian countryside!

Our morning adventure kicks off with a drive to the island’s vast olive groves, home to a private donkey farm surrounded by 800-year-old olive trees. Families can meet and interact with the beloved Greek equine—the donkey, along with ducks, geese, chickens, bunnies, goats, and more. After playful interactions and feeding the animals, the fun continues with an archery game inspired by Artemis, the ancient goddess of nature.

The excitement persists with a nature walk through the olive grove leading to the picturesque village of Chalki. Taste honey at a local beekeeper’s, enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant with insights into local dishes and the famous custard pastry, “galaktoboureko.” As an extra treat for parents, a visit to a century-old distillery offers a taste of the local “citron” digestive liqueur.

Return with cherished memories of an unforgettable, authentic island day.

Inclusions

• Approx. 4 to 5 hours of private experience
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Private services of an English-speaking local expert experienced with children
• Local honey tasting
• Naxian lunch (seasonal salad, variety of Naxian cheeses, famous Naxian potatoes, meat or vegetarian dish, dessert)
• Historic liquor distillery visit & sampling

Naxos Mythology Tour – Private

Embark on a half-day excursion to experience the enchanting magic of Naxos, known as “the playground of the gods.” This journey unveils the wonders of the island, intertwining Greek mythology with the rare beauty of rural Naxos, revealing mythical moments through storytelling and sensational taste sampling.

The adventure commences with a visit to the sanctuary of Dionysus, the ancient god of wine, surrounded by olive, fig trees, and vines. Your expert guide shares the love story of Dionysus and Ariadne, the ecstatic dances of his followers, and the joyous celebrations held on site. A panoramic drive through rocky slopes, green hills, and plains takes us to Dimitra’s sanctuary, where the marble temple overlooks the fertile plains of Sangri. Marvel at the goddess’s temple and delve into the mysteries honoring her, including the myth of Persephone and the changing seasons.

Journeying to the Tragea plain, home to the island’s largest olive grove with hundred-year-old trees, a precious gift from Athena, the goddess of wisdom. The tour concludes in the unspoiled village of Kaloxylos, dedicating time to the god of Hospitality – Xenios Zeus. Here, savor the island’s treasures – olive oil, cheese, wine, and honey – gifts bestowed by the ancient gods.

Inclusions

• 4-hour private experience
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Private services of a state licensed guide
• Tasting of olive oil, olives, local cheeses & cherry tomatoes
• Local bread from woodfire bakery
• 1 glass of local wine

Ferry to Paros! Set sail for Paros and relax on the ferry ride. Your hotel awaits – get ready to explore the island tomorrow!

Paros Highlights – Private

Hop into a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle to begin your island exploration. In Paros’ capital, Paroikia, discover a well-preserved 13th-century Venetian castle atop a village hill, offering stunning views. Visit the iconic 6th-century Panayia Ekatontapyliani church. Experience Lefkes, an ancient island capital, perched 300 meters high amidst olive and pine trees, granting breathtaking Naxos Island vistas. Pause at a traditional Kafenio for Greek coffee and pastries. Uncover the charm of Naoussa, a colorful fishing village with whitewashed houses, small churches, and labyrinthine stone streets. Return to your accommodation as the tour concludes.

Inclusions

• 4-hour private guided experience
• Hotel pick up and drop off (Vehicle)
• Private services of an English-speaking licensed guide

Relax and enjoy your last day! Pamper yourself at the hotel spa or soak up the Aegean sun. Make the most of your Greek adventure!

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Paros airport for your flight to Athens where you will catch your international home