Be inspired by Greece
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Long sunny days, dining al fresco on fresh seafood with a gentle breeze and island hopping to laze on sandy beaches by azure seas. The love affair with Greece is long-standing and it’s easy to see why. On a holiday to Greece you can combine historic sites with lazy island days, active adventures and long lunches in the shade of vines. Bring on those Summer days….
Our top things to do on a holiday to Greece
Ancient History
Greece is bursting at the seams with history and a visit to Athens isn’t complete without a trip to the Acropolis. Soak in the open air museum and imagine what life was life for the ancient Greeks. Beyond Athens, there are traces of the rich history dotted throughout the mainland and many islands, delve in and uncover it for yourself during a holiday to Greece with us.
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Paradise Sunsets
Greece has some pretty epic sunsets and Santorini is a particularly special place to watch the sun go down on another day in the Greek islands. As the sky turns from deep blue to red, pink and purple you can sit back with a cold drink and soak in the laid back atmosphere unique to the islands of Greece in the summer time.
Lace up your hiking boots
The island of Crete offers some excellent hiking trails, and the rugged cliffs of the Imbros Gorge is a particuarly great spot for a bit of hiking. On our bite-sized trip here you will set off with picnic and map in hand to explore the 5 mile stretch through the canyon at your own pace. With the White Mountains, green vegetation and steep cliffs you can be sure of some great photo opportunities along the way.
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Beaches
We can’t talk about Greece and not mention the beaches. With over 200 islands, the beaches of the Greek islands are famous the world over.
From rugged coves to white sands stretching for miles, you are never that far from a picturesque spot for some relaxation. We include plenty of beach time in your itinerary so you can enjoy island life to the max.
Best time to visit Greece
As you will want to spend the majority of your time outdoors in Greece, we recommend visiting between April and October when the temperatures are pleasant and there is hardly any rain.
Greece is a top Summer holiday destination for families so knowing the best spots is essential, our travel specialists can help you plan the perfect getaway for the school holidays.
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