Best of Greece

Explore islands, olive groves, crumbling ruins and crumbling feta on this 15-day trip through Greece. Travel the best of Greece’s mainland and islands, visit the well-known Acropolis and ancient Agora and unwind on the beaches in Syros. Discover the Cyclades’s olive groves and sandy beaches, see the Sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi and watch the sunset over Santorini – a Mamma Mia-like landscape. Walk along the volcanic rim of the island from Thira to Oia, explore the monasteries of Meteora and indulge in traditional Greek cuisine every step of the way.The main means of transportation in the Greek Islands is by public ferry. These ferries are large car ferries that transport hundreds of people, along with cars and trucks. There are no reserved seats and passengers are free to walk around the ferry freely. Luggage is stored in a designated area on the car deck and is not accessible while the ferry is moving., Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, which can be uncomfortable for those not used to the heat. Please consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season., Please be aware that some of the Greek Islands are very hilly and mountainous, which means lots & lots of steps are an inherent feature of the landscape. You will have to be able to easily lift your luggage and carry it up and down stairs and inclines. Also, stone streets become very slippery when wet. Some people may find Greece's topography very demanding., Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together., On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips., This trip spends limited time in Santorini. As this beautiful island has much to offer an extension of your stay is highly recommended. We are able to help you book additional accommodation (subject to availability).