Greece

The best time to visit Greece depends on your preferences because spring and fall months (April–June and September–October) provide pleasant weather with fewer tourists than summer months (July–August) which attract the largest number of beachgoers. The winter months from November to March offer affordable travel opportunities although numerous island facilities stay closed during this period.

Your first trip to Greece needs to span between 7 and 10 days. A seven to ten day stay allows you to explore Athens while experiencing the beauty of at least one famous island. Most people find 8 days to be the best length for their trip. Tourists who spend at least 2 weeks in Greece can use their time to discover more islands and explore Delphi and Meteora and the Peloponnese region. A 5-day itinerary allows visitors to experience Athens and explore one island.

The best places in Greece include Athens for the Acropolis and Santorini for sunset views and Mykonos for beach relaxation and evening entertainment and Crete and Delphi or Meteora for additional historical and natural experiences.

Yes, Greece with kids is an excellent vacation destination. The country is safe for children while the locals welcome all young visitors. Greece has numerous sandy beaches together with ancient ruins and various fun outdoor activities which include hiking and kayaking and snorkeling. The Greek Islands of Crete and Naxos and Corfu attract most family visitors because these destinations provide the best activities for children and teenagers to experience.

If you are planning to spend about a week to 10 days in Greece, most people spend between €2,000 and €4,000 for each person. The actual amount can go up or down, based on how you like to travel. At the lower end, you will get simple hotels, normal ferries, and simple meals. If you choose to spend more, you can stay at 4- or 5-star places, get private transfers, and guides. See more about the costs in Greece.

You should dedicate two days to Athens for exploring its main attractions before moving to different islands for relaxing at beaches. The two most popular Greek island destinations are Santorini and Mykonos but visitors can also choose to visit Crete or Naxos for a more peaceful experience. The historical sites of Meteora and Delphi offer such great value that you should consider visiting them as an additional excursion.

If you’re a U.S. citizen, you can visit Greece for up to 90 days without a visa, since it’s in the Schengen Area. If you’re from another country, you’ll need to check the current rules for your nationality before you travel, just to be sure everything’s in order.

Greece uses the euro (€), and you can usually pay by card in cities and popular tourist spots. Still, it is smart to keep some cash on you for small shops, rural areas, taxis, and tips, and when you pay by card, choosing to be charged in euros usually gives you a better exchange rate. 

Yes, Greece is very safe, with not much crime. Of course, you should be careful in busy places, like in the center of Athens or when you are on crowded islands such as Mykonos. It is a good idea to get travel insurance, so you are ready if anything out of the ordinary happens.

Planning a trip to Greece with us is very straightforward. Send us a message through our contact form and one of our travel specialists will reach out to talk about what you want to see, where you would like to stay, and the kind of experiences you are after. We then build a tailor made itinerary that fits your interests and budget, and once you are happy with the plan, we confirm your booking and share the next steps.

We partner with carefully selected places to stay, from luxury resorts and boutique hotels to private villas. If you want a seafront escape in Santorini or a stylish small hotel in Athens, we can match you with something that fits your style. Every property is chosen for its great service, location, and character so you can experience the best of Greece.

The best way to reach Greek islands from Athens is by ferry. Both fast and conventional ferries operate from Piraeus as their departure point. Short flights operate as an alternative to ferry travel when you need to save time. Our packages include all transfer services, so you can unwind without any worries.

Yes, all our Greece trips come with private transfers between airports, ports, and the hotels. We set up everything before you come, so your trip will feel easy from the time you get there. It does not matter if you land in Athens, Santorini, Crete, or some other place. All you need to do is take it easy and enjoy your holiday.

The top family destinations in Greece consist of Naxos and Crete and Rhodes and Corfu islands together with Peloponnese and Halkidiki mainland areas which offer beaches and historical sites and resorts designed for families.

The best time to visit Greece for a honeymoon is in May and June and September and October because these months have excellent weather conditions and fewer tourists. Select two or three islands between Santorini and Milos and Crete for your trip and book your hotels early, and plan your island tours in advance when visiting popular tourist destinations. This guide on How to plan the prefect Honeymoon in Greece will help you!

It’s hard to choose among the best greek islands for a honeymoon. Santorini stands as the top Greek honeymoon destination because it provides breathtaking sunset views and luxurious accommodations while Mykonos attracts visitors who want to experience nightlife and Crete and Paros and Milos and Corfu provide beaches and scenic views with a relaxed atmosphere.

Yes, Greece is a great choice for senior travelers. The country offers a combination of historical sites and natural beauty and delicious cuisine and welcoming local people who will make your trip enjoyable while you can select destinations with flat terrain and easy access such as Nafplio and Crete and Naxos and Paros.

The most accessible Greek destinations for elderly travelers include Paros and Naxos and Corfu and coastal areas of Crete and Nafplio and Plaka district in Athens. The Saronic islands of Hydra and Spetses and Aegina provide senior-friendly travel options because they maintain a peaceful atmosphere while being conveniently located near Athens.

We offer groups to travel and explore islands while participating in cultural and outdoor activities. The customized itineraries include private transportation with suitable accommodation and dining options. This allows the group to explore ancient sites in Athens and Delphi and Meteora while traveling between Santorini and Mykonos and Crete islands for hiking and diving and to share meals and wine with their group with no worries.

Yes, our company offers trip planning services for groups of all sizes including big families. Greece offers perfect conditions for large family and friend vacations because it provides numerous big villas and all-inclusive resorts and customized travel plans that unite historical attractions with beach activities and sailing or ancient ruin exploration for secure and enjoyable experiences suitable for different age ranges.