GREECE
The Greek classics.
The 15 most popular 1-day tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Half-day bus trip from Athens to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, with sunset views, an archaeologist guide, and great free time.
“Had an amazing experience & met a lot of great people. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. Sunset was blocked by clouds but it was still beautiful nonetheless.”
A long Athens day trip to Meteora: visit 3 monasteries inside, spot all 8 from viewpoints, see Badovas caves, and enjoy Greek lunch.
“Absolutely phenomenal!! Such a beautiful place and rich with religious history. The only bummer was traffic was bad getting out of Athens and it delayed us getting to Meteora. Therefore, we didn't get to see all of the stated monasteries.”
A guided day trip from northeast Crete to Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Spinalonga by boat, with free time and a swim stop.
“Perfect traveling! Highly recommended! Pick up and drop off was at my hotel. We visited 3 places during the day. Had enough time to explore each and have a snack or dinner. On the way back had a swim in the open sea. Bus was super comfortable. Thanks to our gyde Alkistis! She was helpful…”
Luxury Santorini catamaran with hotel pickup, open bar, Greek lunch, snorkel stops, volcanic hot springs, and sunset views near Oia.
“Great day and the food was exceptional. The weather was not the greatest with quite windy conditions but our superb crew adapted and made the most of the day. The sunset was great and overall I can definitely recommend this tour.”
Small-group day trip from Athens to Delphi’s Oracle ruins and museum, plus Arachova village time and scenic Parnassus views.
“Dimi was an amazing guide throughout the whole journey, telling us different myths and stories of the archeological site and providing amazing spots for views and food on Arachova. Amazing place to visit!”
Guided Delphi day trip from Athens with Temple of Apollo, Delphi Museum, photo stops in Arachova, and optional lunch. English tour.
“This was a wonderful tour. Rose was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We will recommend you to all our friends!”
Chania to Elafonisi guided day trip with hotel pickup: pink sand, clear water, Topolia Gorge scenery, and free beach time.
“It was very good trip to a one of the best beaches in the world🏖️ A road to Elafonisi was with excited views and intresting stories about Crete from our guide👍”
Day trip by fast ferry to Symi and Panormitis Monastery with free time in town and a seasonal Saturday swim stop at Nymporio Bay.
“We have done this trip several times and it is always breathtaking.”
A long but well-paced Crete day trip with Rethimno’s old alleys, Chania’s harbor streets, and a nature walk at Kournas Lake.
“super day long day out but well worth it chania was so lovely am going back there”
Santorini day trip from Heraklion: high-speed ferry, guided Oia and Fira, about 5.5 hours to explore, plus optional hot springs.
“The whole trip from start to finish was very well organised. We loved the commentary and tips from our guide who was very approachable and extremely knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this trip and this company who were extremely helpful from the outset.”
Guided day trip to Delos from Mykonos with a ferry ride, wireless headset tour, and well-preserved ruins like Apollo’s Temple.
“Celia our tour guide was fabulous, very knowledgeable, informative, funny and told a good story. The boat was full but excellent and we managed to get a seat and a drink on the return trip.”
Rhodes day trip to Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs. Shaded walks, free time, AC pickup, and tunnel cool-off. Tickets extra.
“Apostolou our guide was brilliant - informative, funny, helpful and kind at all times during our trip. The timing at each stop was great and both spots were beautiful. Definitely recommend doing the tunnel - I nearly talked myself out of it but so glad I didn’t.”
A 10-hour Delphi and Arachova day trip from Athens with a guided UNESCO site, museum stops, and mountain village views.
“We had a wonderful experience with Mariana as our tour guide. She is very knowledgeable and full of energy. I would definitely recommend this tour”
Soak at Pozar Thermal Baths and see Edessa’s huge waterfalls from Thessaloniki, with a local Orma lunch and market time.
“The length of the first part of the journey was 2 hours. It would have been useful if the guide told us where the toilets were, before getting off the coach. By the time we were off the coach she'd gone ahead so we couldn't hear her.”
Small-group Zakynthos day trip to Navagio Shipwreck Beach, Blue Caves, Xigia sulphur springs, and panoramic viewpoints with swim stops.
“We booked the semi private tour ( totally worth every single penny). There was 8 of us and made for a lovely small group all day. Tao our guide was full of historic information, funny, professional as well as an exceptional driver on windy roads. He could literally park on a stamp. He captioned our…”
