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Zakynthos Island: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Tour

1. Zakynthos Island: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Tour

Discover Zakynthos Island's beauty on a minibus and glass-bottom speedboat tour. Enjoy the convenience of being picked up at your accommodation. Swim in azure caves and have the chance to visit Navagio Shipwreck beach. Be picked up from the comfort of your hotel or nearby accommodation in an air-conditioned bus. While at Bohali panoramic viewpoint, your guide will share the day's tour plan with you. Explore the northeast of Zakynthos Island by first stopping for a healing swim at Xygia beach, which is a natural spa with sulfur and collagen, and then pausing for photos at the rocky shore of Makris Gialos Beach. Hop aboard the speedboat and visit the stunning Navagio Shipwreck beach. Walk on the fine golden sands and take pictures with the boat. On the way back to the harbor, get the chance to swim inside the beautiful blue caves of the area. Purchase lunch after the boat ride and before checking out the stunning panoramic view above shipwreck beach. View the 2000-year-old olive tree in the charming town of Exo Chora before transferring back to your hotel.

Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

2. Athens: Cape Sounio & Poseidon Temple Trip with Audio Guide

Drive along the south coast to the Athenian Riviera on a trip from Athens to Cape Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon. Admire views of the temple and watch the sunset from Cape Sounion. Learn about the sights you see with an audio guide available in six languages. Hop on board an air-conditioned bus and head to the Sounion. You’ll be dazzled by the famous landscape that surrounds the promontory of the Sounion. In the times of the ancient Greeks, this site was revered as sacred ground dedicated to the gods Poseidon and Athena. Next, marvel at the Temple of Poseidon perched upon the cliff’s edge 70 meters above the sea (entry tickets not included). Walk the blessed earth of the Sounion, one of the places sung about it in Homer’s Odyssey, and stand on the same cliff where it is said King Aegeus threw himself off. Finish your day by watching the sunset over this legendary horizon.

Athens: The Acropolis Guided Walking Tour in German

3. Athens: The Acropolis Guided Walking Tour in German

This Acropolis tour starts at the side entrance of the hill and first takes you to the theater of Dionysos. Experience the theater of Dionysos, as you grab a spot on one of the ancient seats. Discover the birthplace of ancient Greek theater and continue your way up along the southern and sunny side of the Acropolis hill, passing by the remains of the first hospital in Athens, and the Odeion of Herodus Atticus. Marvel at the Propylaea, as you pass through this monumental entrance gate before you reach the top of the Acropolis. Here, you will take in views of the three temples: the Parthenon, the Erechteion, and the Nike Temple. Discover the tricks the architects used to build the monument and hear the myths that surround them. The Acropolis tour ends on top of the hill, where you can enjoy a 360° view of Athens.

Athens: Roman Agora & Ancient Agora E-ticket & 2 Audio Tours

4. Athens: Roman Agora & Ancient Agora E-ticket & 2 Audio Tours

Experience the Roman Agora and the Ancient Agora at your own pace with this skip-the-line e-ticket and two captivating self-guided audio tours that can be downloaded to your smartphone device.  Receive your ticket by email and download the app and the audio tour onto your phone prior to your visit. Travel back in time to experience the grandeur of the Athenian Golden Age and uncover the impact of the Roman conquerors on the city. Put on your headphones and explore the imposing Gate of Athena Archegetis, the famed Tower of the Winds, and the Mosque of the Conqueror. Stroll by the Monument of the Eponymous Heroes, the iconic Holy Apostles Church, and the renovated Stoa of Attalos. Learn historical information in an engaging way through the power of storytelling. Discover information and uncommon stories and anecdotes from the ancient times. Immerse yourself in content that is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief original stories. Play the audio tour repeatedly and at anytime, before or after your visit. Relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way. Take part in this unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into Ancient Athens, the birthplace of democracy.

Zakynthos: Marathonisi and Cameo Islands & Keri Caves Tour

5. Zakynthos: Marathonisi and Cameo Islands & Keri Caves Tour

After a convenient pickup from your hotel, head to Kalamaki beach on Zante's southern shores. Enjoy the pristine beach with soft sand and warm waters, protected by National Marine Park. See where the endangered loggerhead sea turtles nest. Next, head to Laganas beach to board the glass-bottom boat. Sail to the Keri Caves, carved by time, tides, and wind. Follow the coastline, admiring the white beaches, rock arches, forested hills, and enormous limestone cliffs that fall into the sea. Pass through the famous rock arch, Kamara.  Stop for a 20-minute swim just outside the entrance to a vast cave. Climb back on board to head to Marathonisi Island, an exotic, green, and coincidentally turtle-shaped island. Enjoy an hour on the golden sandy beach where you can swim and snorkel. Head back and pass the famous Cameo island bridge. Enjoy the idyllic views of secluded beaches surrounded by steep white limestone. Enjoy a final stop at the award-winning Aristeon ecological olive oil press museum in Lithakia. Explore the history of olive oil making on the island with experts.  Enjoy free tasters of local olives and traditional bread with different flavored extra virgin olive oils (most likely lemon, orange, and garlic). Take a sample of olive oil shampoo, soap, body cream, or face cream. You can also buy these products to support local businesses.

Athens: Private Acropolis Tour for Families

6. Athens: Private Acropolis Tour for Families

Discover the archaeological site of the Acropolis with your loved ones on a unique tour with a family-friendly guide. Have the opportunity to hear about the myths and tales of the sacred rock. Get introduced to the Propylaea, the marble gate of the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Asclepion, the healing temple of Asclepius. Let your kids be entertained by spellbinding story-telling and engaging conversations. Admire the flawless architectural engineering of ancient Greece. Stand in awe before the Caryatids, the Greek maiden sculptures that support the porch of Erechtheion. Receive a carefully designed booklet that will complement your visit, along with a wealth of child-geared information for your kids.

From Kefalonia: Ithaca Island Full Day Bus Tour

7. From Kefalonia: Ithaca Island Full Day Bus Tour

Together we will visit the capital of the island Vathy, where you can join the locals to take coffee at the main square, explore the quaint narrow streets or visit the local museum. As the home of the Greek King, Odysseus, Ithaca is stepped in Greek mythology ready for you to discover! At the highest point of the island sits Kathara Monastery, which provides the perfect setting for you to take incredible photographs of the whole island before we head down to the idyllic town of Stavros; a typical village where you can truly appreciate the local charm of this amazing island, where it appears that time stood still. Some of the sights in Stavros are the beautiful church of Sotiras which stands in the central square of the village and the archaeological museum. Lunch will be enjoyed in the harbour side town Κioni. Here you will be met with a wonderful choice of traditional taverns where you can have lunch next to the sea. Seeing the place gives you a better understanding of what you have read about it, it is clear why Ithaca, a rough and rugged land surrounded by magic and colourful coves, gave birth to the brilliant, resourceful, ingenious Odysseus.

Corfu Town: Guided Walking Tour and Local Food Tastings

8. Corfu Town: Guided Walking Tour and Local Food Tastings

Stroll the narrow paths and charming alleys of Corfu Town with a licensed, English-speaking guide to see historic highlights, such as the Old Fortress. Visit the former residence of the British Lord High Commissioner at the Palace of St. Michael and St. George and discover the hidden squares, old city walls and fountains of the town center. Break for a big breakfast of traditional food. Dig into locally produced cheese pie, spinach pie, loukoumades (donuts), Greek yoghurt, and ginger beer. Enter the Church of St. Spyridon, where the relics of the 4th-century saint are held, and then continue with your food tastings. Sample some sweet halva, along with cheese, honey, olive oil, fruits and nuts. Savor local flavors with lunch at a restaurant and taste authentic pastitsada (casserole) and a sofrito (meat dish) from Corfu.

Corfu: Private Customized Tour

9. Corfu: Private Customized Tour

See the sights of Corfu that interest you most on a fully customizable private tour by air-conditioned minibus. Benefit from pick-up at your accommodation, the cruise ship port or other location of your choice, and then discover the island's beautiful locations at leisure. Head to Glyfada Beach, Barbati Beach or Marathias Beach to spend some time in the sun, or indulge your passion for history with a visit to some of the historic monasteries. Marvel at the Achilleion Palace, built for the Empress of Bavaria, or wander around the pretty towns of Sidari and Acharavi. Enjoy the freedom of an itinerary that can be completely tailored to your preferences, whether you are a fan of local food and wines, want to see the top attractions in a day or would prefer to shop! Upgrade your experience and book a private guide to accompany you throughout the day.

Corfu Town: Live Jazz Music at the Old Fortress

10. Corfu Town: Live Jazz Music at the Old Fortress

Head to a unique private location right in the heart of Corfu and enjoy musical performances by some of the island's most talented musicians. Immerse yourself in this special atmosphere inside the old fortress and get ready for a special evening of music. Imagine listening to the sweet sounds of jazz in a hidden spot right in the heart of Corfu just where the entrance to the old city was next to the sea. Either walk or take a shuttle bus to get to the hidden location and settle in for an evening of magical performances. Upon arrival, listen to an introduction about the artists and location. After that, things kick off promptly with 3 performances by some of the island's most talented musicians. Sit back, relax, and enjoy these special performances and unique location.

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based on 36 reviews

This was a great day out with our guide Theodore who was friendly and helpful, giving us lots of information about the area and answering all our questions. He also volunteered to take family photos at all the scenic viewpoints. The minibus tour was great but the high light of the trip had to be the boat excursion to Navagio (shipwreck) beach where you get to spend an hour before being taken to the blue caves. I was amazed how far they took the boat in to the caves, we were lucky that at one of the caves the water was not too choppy and were able to take a quick swim here too. Theodore didn’t join us on the boat trip but his colleague Kostas was also very pleasant. After the boat trip there is a quick lunch stop at a local taverna which was okay - my wife says her prawns were amazing. A quick stop at the oldest olive tree on the island and then back to be dropped if at our accommodation. A thouroughly good day and I felt it was great value.

Eirini gave us such a personal, pleasant and fulfilling tour of the beautiful island of Corfu. When we first met, she asked many questions to decide what to do and where to take us -- she did not disappoint. We couldn't have asked for a better day in Corfu; we spent time at a local beach where we were able to take a boat and explore nearby caves, sampled baklava and local beer at a small establishment high in the hills overlooking the glorious crystal clear turquoise water, and then spent some time shopping in Corfutown. Corfutown is a quaint, charming "village" with many shops, restaurants and attractions to visit with such interesting history. Eirini was extremely nice, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. Needless to say, this excursion was well worth the time and money.

This tour was led by a true guide who shared her knowledge with our small group in a really friendly and helpful way. She took us into any shop or building that caught our interest while staying with the script on the food stops and tour through the old town. One tip- tell your cab driver that you are going to the old fortress entrance. If not he will drop you far short of your meet up and b.s. you that he can’t drive to that spot. It’s a common trick they pull.

This tour is amazing!! The food was incredible and the guide was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend for foodies and traditional tourists alike!

Our guide did a terrific job and customized the tour to make sure we saw wh a t was most interesting to us.