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See the spectacular monasteries clinging to the cliffs and enjoy a scenic cruise with Greek dancing
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Sail close enough to the shore of the Athos peninsula in Halkidiki and see the spectacular monasteries clinging to the cliffs; but this is as close as you can get, as access is allowed to men only! The Greeks refer to Mount Athos as “The Holy Mountain” where no females (not even female animals) and children are allowed access. Although it is considered to be a part of Greece, Mount Athos is an independent monastic state. It is ruled by the 1700 monks who live in its 20 monasteries, some of which date back to the ninth century. Visit the pretty resort of Ouranoupolis and sit back, relax and enjoy the sounds of the band on board on your return journey. This day is a combination of history, relaxation and a chance to explore the area.
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Morning Photography Tour of Ancient Athens
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...is a photographer’s delight – the magnificent Acropolis, Roman ruins of temples and houses and the Tower of the Winds. This specially designed photography tours will...
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Night Sightseeing Tour of Athens
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If Athens is exciting by day, it is even more bewitching at night. This tour centres around the port area of Athens, which truly comes to life at night. It is only when darkness falls...
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Exploring Greece’s Ancient Wonders: Sightseeing Tour of Delphi
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Explore ancient Delphi, where an archaeological site and a cosmopolitan town exist side by side. After the Acropolis, Delphi is one of the most important ancient relics in Greece....
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Saronic Islands Cruise - Tour from Athens
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Cruise the scenic Saronic Islands and discover vast expanses of sandy beaches set against dark forests. Relax on the verdant island of Aegina with its neoclassical buildings,...
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Athens Sightseeing Tour: Acropolis, Parthenon, Plaka
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Journey to the city of Athens— among the most hallowed sites of ancient civilization—where numberless histories hide among the ruins, waiting to be discovered. Feel the...
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Ancient Marvels of Greece: Sightseeing Tour of Mycenae and Epidaurus
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The sightseeing tour of the Argolis region reveals an intriguing aspect of Greek history.Greek treasures have been unearthed in the ancient city of Mycenae which dates back to...
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Evening Photography Tour of Athens
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While the Acropolis looks commanding during the day, it is at night that it gleams like a white jewel on the hillside of Athens. This night photography tour of Athens, one of the...
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Excursion to Cape Sounion
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Lying at the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula, Cape Sounion is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places in Greece. The Cape rises high above the serene Aegean Sea and...
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Across the Water to Turkey: Sightseeing Tour of Marmaris
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Just a breath from Greece, and a world away from the ordinary, Turkey dazzles with the charm of the ancients. Enjoy a beautiful boat ride across the Aegean and arrive in the mystical...
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Island Hopping: Sporades Islands, Skopelos, Alonissos
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Enjoy a day of fun in the sun on the beautiful Sporades Islands. Take a beautiful cruise on the Aegean Sea, climbing on deck to look for dolphins in the open waters. Walk through...
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Sightseeing Tour of Thira by Night
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Spend a memorable evening in Thira, the beating heart of lovely Santorini Island. A cozy, cobbled medieval town by day, Thira becomes an electric cosmopolitan center under the blanket...
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Ancient Delos
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Set sail for the island of Delos, where history and mythology are as one. It is here where Apollo and Artemis are said to have had their birth, and early Greeks constructed a city...
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Shopping Tour of Agios Nikolaos and Kritsa
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Shopping lovers will jump at the chance to explore a coastal town and hilltop village where the art, clothing, and food of Crete are on colorful display. Take a scenic drive through...
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Mykonos Island Tour
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Explore the incomparable island of Mykonos, a place of churches, beaches, and cosmopolitan verve. Visit a perched 15th century church on the grounds of a medieval fortress that looks...
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Captain Michalis Sunshine Cruise: Sithonia Peninsula, Turtle Island
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Hop on board Captain Michalis Sunshine Cruise for a day of fun and relaxation in the sun. Set sail on the emerald Aegean Sea in a majestic old galleon, admiring sovereign mountains,...
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Castaway Cruise to Gramvoussa
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Embark like a buccaneer of old for the pink sands and azure waters of Gramvoussa Island. Tour an ancient castle built by the Venetians that stood up to the invading Turks. Be riveted...
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Markets and Mountains: Nea Moudania, Holomondas Mountains, Halkidiki Region
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Tour the local markets and wooded mountains of the Halkidiki region. Walk through lines of vividly colored stalls in Nea Moudania, where all nature of local crafts and clothing ensure...
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Santorini Sunset Cruise
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Sail around the beautiful island of Santorini, molded by volcanoes and framed by staggering cliffs. Glide across the still waters of Aegean, where geologic pressures have conjured...
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Santorini Impressions
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...of Venetians, Francs, Russians and Turks, and remains an inspiration to the islanders. Sample some of Santorini’s finest ambrosia at a local winery and be mesmerized by views...
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Monasteries of Meteora
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Journey to Meteora—a place of pure devotion and isolation—where ancient monasteries are perched like coronets atop stark rock formations. Drive through the distinctive...
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Macedonia Experience: Philippi, Cave of Alistrati
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...history. Drive to the small village of Alistrati, where you tour a massive cave, looking up at the fearsome stalactites that hang from the ceiling.
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Discover Rhodes: Valley of the Butterflies, Kamiros
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...trees, and waterfalls where delicate satyrs and monarchs give themselves to the wind. Be mesmerized by the ancient ruins of Kamiros, once an agricultural mecca and the first Rhodian city to cut its own coins.
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Paradise Cruise: Dragonissi, Frangias, Kalo Livadi, Agari Bay
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...awaits by passing white-sand retreats like Paranga, Paradise, and Kalafatis. A swim in a quiet blue cave off the island of Dragonissi affords you a moment of complete tranquility. Swim or snorkel on the beach of Frangias, and lunch at a quintessential Greek caf
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Simply Thassos: Panagia, Aliki
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...of Aliki and explore the Byzantine churches that look out over the water. Step inside an imposing monastery that seems shielded from time and see the venerable Mount Athos loom on the horizon.
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Music and Moonlight: Sunset Cruise around Skiathos
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...and purple brush strokes of the sun on the water, as you feast on a buffet meal of grilled meats, salads, wine, and dessert. Swing your partner in time to the music or enjoy a moment of reflection as you gaze out across the water to the lights of Skiathos.
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Tale of Two-and-A-Half Cities: Rhodes, Lindos, Monte Smith
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...with time-tested fortifications that look out over a pure blue sea. Lindos is one of Greece’s most beautiful villages, and is affectionately called the “Jewel of Rhodes.”...
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Thessaloniki Delights Sightseeing Tour: White Tower, Basilica of St Demetrios
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...churches, where the walls are adorned with faded art from ancient times. Photographers will love the chance to go to the city’s highest point and capture a panorama of Thessaloniki.
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Corfu Sunset Tour
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Feel the spirit of Corfu—ancient and modern, classical and exotic, alluring and engaging—in this far-reaching tour. Sample the cosmopolitan flavor of Corfu Town, where potent Greek coffee is served up beneath colorful caf
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Hiking Along the Samaria Gorge
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The Samari
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Theo’s Boat BBQ: Kalamas Beach
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Treat yourself to a day of fun, food, and frivolity on the open seas, as Captain Theo and his crew whisk you away on a memorable cruise. Admire the beautiful Corfu coastline en route...
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Santorini Underwater Safari
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...of diving from professional instructors, then don scuba equipment and dive into the bath-like waters of the Mediterranean. Don’t miss out on this rare chance to learn first-hand the secrets of the sea.
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One Way Private Transfer from Athens (Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Piraeus Port)
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...your luggage to the waiting vehicle. Pick your choice of transport. Opt for a luxury car (Mercedes-taxi) or a minibus. Sit back and relax on the hassle-free drive to your chosen destination.
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One Way Private Transfer from Athens (Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Central Athens Hotels)
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..., a private and exclusive one-way transfer to the center of Athens and surrounding hotels awaits you. After clearing customs and the baggage reclaim area, you will be welcomed by...
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Ancient Corinth and Wine Tasting: Agora, Apollo Temple, Nemea
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...around the Agora, a massive meeting place where citizens would gather to hear the town crier belt out the commands of the ruling council. Explore the ghostly ruins of the Apollo...
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An Evening of Greek Traditional Music and Dinner
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A superb evening for all the family, full of entertainment, free flowing wine and great local cuisine. This is a great opportunity to experience a night out Greek style. Listen to the sounds of the famous Greek bouzouki and learn how to dance like Zorbas!
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One Way Private Transfer from Athens Centre to Piraeus Port
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Experience a private and exclusive one-way transfer from your hotel in central Athens to the Piraeus Port. Get transported in a luxury car or minibus and enjoy a hassle-free ride....
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A Taste of Skiathos History: Wine and Brandy Tasting at Evangelistria
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...flourishes at the Zoodohou Pigi church. The highlight of this tour is a trip to the Evangelistria monastery, where monks once pressed grapes into wine in the silent woods. Taste...
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Western Crete Discovery Tour and Wine Tasting: Chania, Lake Kournas
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The western corner of Crete abounds with fascinating historical sights, fine wine, and heart-stopping scenery. Get lost in the narrow streets of Chania and shop for clothes and...
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Discover Kefalonia in a Day
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...lake, Melissani. Watch the waters flash from turquoise to indigo to violet as your guide steers you through this enchanting lake. Later on, you'll have time to explore the en vogue...
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Lights of the Lanterns: Night tour of Rhodes
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...discover on your own. Enjoy a traditional plate of Greek meze in a local tavern and take a cruise around the harbor, looking back to see Rhodes illumined to magical effect.
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Southern Exploration and Wine Tasting: Kefalonia, Sami
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Spend a leisurely day on the island of Kefalonia, where stone castles and venerable monasteries evoke an age of military sieges and religious reverence. Walk through the hulking...
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Thassos Sunshine Cruise
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...azure water. A delicious BBQ lunch is provided on board, and a boat bar means you’ll never be thirsty.
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Caldera Cruise in Santorini
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Take a peaceful cruise on the Aegean to a unique natural wonderland, where a volcano’s furies have changed the landscape forever. Take a wooden sailing ship around the volcano...
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Skiathos by Sea: Lalaria, Kastro, Katigiorgis
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Spend a day blissfully lost at sea in this cruise around Skiathos Island. Sail past the sparkling white-pebbled beach and dramatic sea-worn rocks of Lalaria and tour an abandoned...
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Elafonissi Island Paradise
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Set sail for Elafonissi Island a Mediterranean paradise outside the traditional tourist pale. White sands and dunes flanked with lilies look out over turquoise waters beyond imagining....
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Island Hopping to Kefalonia
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Go island hopping to the stunningly beautiful island of Kefalonia, just a short sail away to the north of Zakynthos. Kefalonia beckons with a rural landscape rich in colour, set...
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Sightseeing Tour to Enchanting Zante
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Zakynthos or Zante is one of the most enchanting and picture-perfect among the Ionian Islands in Greece. This tour takes you through pretty villages, olive groves and orchards, and...
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A Night Out in Zakynthos
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...bags swinging round your ankles, it's time to pull up a chair and have a spot of dinner at a little taverna. The evening ends in style with a sundowner harbour cruise. Sit back with a glass of wine and watch the reflection of the town lights dance on the water.
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Tinos Sightseeing Tour
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...where some of Greece’s most finely-crafted marble pieces originate. Enjoy coach views of marble villages that arise from verdant hills, walk through a lemon orchard where the...
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Exploring Greece’s Ancient Wonders: Sightseeing Tour of Delphi
Explore ancient Delphi, where an archaeological site and a cosmopolitan town exist side by side. After the Acropolis, Delphi is one of the most important ancient relics in Greece. The Sanctuary of...
Hiking Along the Samaria Gorge
The Samari
...around the port area of Athens, which truly comes to life at night. It is only when...
...exist side by side. After the Acropolis, Delphi is one of the most important ancient...
...set against dark forests. Relax on the verdant island of Aegina with its neoclassical...
...numberless histories hide among the ruins, waiting to be discovered. Feel the wind...
...like a white jewel on the hillside of Athens. This night photography tour of Athens,...
...most beautiful and picturesque places in Greece. The Cape rises high above the serene...
...with the charm of the ancients. Enjoy a beautiful boat ride across the Aegean and...
...cruise on the Aegean Sea, climbing on deck to look for dolphins in the open waters....
...A cozy, cobbled medieval town by day, Thira becomes an electric cosmopolitan center...
...here where Apollo and Artemis are said to have had their birth, and early Greeks...
...village where the art, clothing, and food of Crete are on colorful display. Take...
...cosmopolitan verve. Visit a perched 15th century church on the grounds of a medieval...
...in the sun. Set sail on the emerald Aegean Sea in a majestic old galleon, admiring...
...Island. Tour an ancient castle built by the Venetians that stood up to the invading...
...lines of vividly colored stalls in Nea Moudania, where all nature of local crafts...
...survived the invasions of Venetians, Francs, Russians and Turks, and remains an...
...monasteries are perched like coronets atop stark rock formations. Drive through...
...built by Alexander’s father, where a knowledgeable guide recalls the heights,...
...ferocious protectors of the faith. Visit the enchanting “Valley of the Butterflies,”...
...Get a taste of what awaits by passing white-sand retreats like Paranga, Paradise,...
...mesmerizes with its melancholy melodies and danceable rhythms. The blues on board...
...Heritage Site, with time-tested fortifications that look out over a pure blue...
...and engaging—in this far-reaching tour. Sample the cosmopolitan flavor of...
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