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In many parts of Greece, shops and businesses close for a few hours in the early afternoon. Collette tours are thoughtfully planned around this local tradition, so it becomes part of your day instead of an inconvenience.
Many of Greece’s most iconic sites have uneven paths, stone steps, and hills. Collette tours are designed with clear activity levels, so you know what to expect and can choose a tour that lets you explore comfortably.
Greece enjoys a Mediterranean climate. Coastal areas and islands often have cooling sea breezes, while inland regions are usually warmer. Collette schedules departures across multiple seasons, so you can choose the best dates for your travel style.
Tour Designer
Ariana crafts unique and memorable travel experiences. A passionate and curious traveler herself, she is always eager to introduce travelers to the places, cultures, and cuisines she loves — with good food typically being at the focal point of any trip she plans.
Tour Manager
Born and raised in Greece, I’ve always loved sharing my country’s beauty. I hold a degree in Greek Civilization and Culture and have worked as a Tour Manager for 15 years. I love giving Collette travelers a warm welcome and introducing them to Greece’s rich history, stunning landscapes, people, traditions, and food.
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Learn MoreFrom handpicked hotels, restaurants, and cultural experiences to thoughtfully integrated free time, our on-the-ground team in Greece crafts journeys they'd want to take themselves.
Travelers always tell us that Tour Managers make the journey. It's like traveling with a friend who's got the inside scoop. They live in the destination and share hidden gems that only the locals know.
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Everything was amazing! Organized and efficient. Tour guide was very kind and knowledgeable.
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local culture and meeting and interacting with the local communties
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I enjoyed the entire trip because we went to interesting places and I learned so much! There was a great variation of stops. I really can't pick my favorite place.
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Theodora was absolutely AMAZING!! She kept us informed, we always knew what to expect, she made sure we were all taken care of all the time.. she went out of her way to make sure we had the time of our lives!!! I wish she could’ve stayed with us through the Rome part of our trip. In Greece, everything was a favorite memory! I’m so thankful to have been able to take that trip!!
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This is a wonderful tour. It goes to a few less visited islands, and provides a great small group experience. We loved Savvas, out tour manager. He is organized, knowledgeable, and kind. There are a lot of included experiences, as well as free time to do your own thing.
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The Gems of Greece tour was absolutely amazing. Probably one of the best vacations I have ever been on. Our tour manager, Savvas, was a great guy and always knew where to find the best food and/or coffee spots. And considering the main reason I choose vacations is for the food, that was a major plus for me. Savvas was also very good at telling our group about the lives and culture in Greece and was always ready to answer any questions you might have. The tour was pretty packed with things to do, but also gave you enough free time that you weren’t overwhelmed. Even the days that were packed full of things to do always seemed to have two to three hours of free time at the hotel in the middle of the day to get refreshed and/or take a power nap. They also gave us a good amount of free afternoons to explore and enjoy the different places we went on our own. And of course, you were always free to opt out on any of the trips as long as it wasn’t when we were leaving to the next island. I didn’t opt out on anything and I’m glad for that because I thought everything we saw was super neat but a few people in our group did and it was never a problem. The hotels included on this tour were all very nice. Most of the ones we went to had nice sized balconies and the showers were mostly rainfall showers with decent water pressure. The hotel in Athens had a bidet, I don’t think any of the other ones did. And the view at breakfast in the Athens hotel was breathtaking. The hotel in Naxos was by far my favorite. It had a big pool and was basically right on the beach. And the balconies were surprisingly big. It fully felt like a fancy beach resort rather than just a hotel. I also really appreciated that Savvas made sure when we were in Athens that between the Acropolis Museum and going to the Acropolis, which were on two different days, we got the same tour guide. We weren’t getting the same repeated history two days in a row because our tour guide knew what she said to us the day before. She was able to build off of that, and that way we got more in depth information instead of rehashing the same stuff over and over again. Also for those tours, our local guide was Yota and she was my favorite guide we had the whole trip. She explained things in a way that kept you interested and spoke very clearly the whole time. I know this particular trip isn’t one people going to Greece, especially for the first time (like me), would think to choose because it doesn’t have Santorini or Mykonos included, but on the ferry we passed both of those islands and you would not believe the amount of people and giant cruise ships unloading onto those tiny islands. I honestly can’t imagine how crowded it is there. Naxos is in the Cyclades. It has the white concrete houses and the churches with the blue roofs and it is just as instagram worthy, only with way less people. I don’t feel like I missed out at all by not going to Santorini and Mykonos. Honestly if I go back to Greece, I think I would just stay in Naxos again, so don’t let you not knowing the names of the islands put you off of this tour. Plus Savvas always knows where to take you to get coffee and a view. And Crete is also insanely beautiful. It’s not in the Cyclades so it doesn’t have the white houses and all that, but the landscapes are breathtaking. I wholeheartedly recommend this trip. Especially because of Savvas. I cannot stress how great of a tour manager he was enough. And again, for anyone who loves food as much as I do, you will not go hungry. Every restaurant we went to was delicious and the portions are insane.
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We really enjoyed our tour guide Petros Poulios who made the experience so enjoyable. He was extremely knowledgeable and a fun guide to have. Strongly recommend you continue to use him on future tours.
Thomas C.
Exploring Greece and its Islands featuring Classical Greece, Mykonos, & SantoriniJul 05, 2026
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It was a wonderful trip - very intense - with alot of walking and climbing stairs. We saw so many wonderful ancient sites and beautiful villages!
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Collette’s tipping policy is a concern to me. Collette needs to spell out in your trip planning information how the tour guides are compensated. Is the tip or gratuity is part of their compensation or a bonus for a job well done. This was my second tour with Collette. I like the hotel accommodations and selection of activities and attractions that included. Please provide more information on the gratuity part of your tours.
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The Parthenon
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Great trip with a great guide.
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George (tour guide) was amazing and made this trip stress free and wonderful! He is an asset to your company!!!
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Loved this tour. Highly recommend it to my friends . Loved our tour manager Theidora Findu. Excellent !! I want her on all my tours. She was very helpful , excellent knowledge of Greece and explained things very well. Thoughtful , I can’t say enough about her. Our tour guide at the Achropis knew her history and explained very well only tooo long. We just wanted to look around a bit after climbing all those steps to get up there. Just keep it short. Otherwise loved loved it. The Athens airport was a mess. I realize not your fault. But really ??? We were on line for 2and 1/2 hours customs. . No bathroom no food or drink.Absolutely no consideration for the people who are going to spend their money in that country. Herded around like cattle. Not pleasant experience at the airport. What made our trip special was our tour manager Theodora. Very accommodating. We feel lucky to have her guide us. Thank you.
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Marieke was fantastic! She has the patients of a saint. Very knowledgeable and extremely accommodating.
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As a seasoned traveler I was extremely impressed with Amanda’s management, caring and knowledge for our tour group. A pro sets the tone for the dynamics and Amanda is a star! I would go anyplace with her in charge.
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I thought the trip was wonderful! I enjoyed the history and hearing the mythology stories from George, our tour manager. He is very knowledgeable. Seeing the Acropolis and the Parthenon was certainly a highlight. Naxos Island was beautiful! Riding out to the small villages and seeing the countryside was also a memorable experience for me.
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George was a great tour manager and the hotels and included events were great. Loved the food.
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Our tour guide, Sakis, did an excellent job throughout our entire stay in Greece! Very informative and an absolute pleasure to be with while there…
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It was a wonderful two weeks made exceptional by our tour manager George giannapopulus. He made sure everyone was happy and kept us busy and entertained. He showed us how to use the metro, gave suggestions for lunch and dinner and walked us to the restaurants. He had so much pride for his country and made us all feel comfortable. We had many included meals and excursions. The boat day in Naxos was a highlight of our trip. Learning how to Greek dance at that magical place in Crete was fantastic. My only negative was lugging our luggage on and off the two ferries. George aided as much as he could and lifted many heavy bags. Also, some of the accommodations were not centrally located and could have been a better quality. The resort in Naxos was lovely outdoors, but the rooms were too small and not ready for the season.
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The tone is set by the tour manager and I couldn’t ask for anybody better than George. He was knowledgeable, accommodated individuals needs and was available at all times.
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On an immersive journey through Greece, discover its ancient roots, iconic landmarks, and welcoming culture, from Athens to the islands of Naxos and Crete.
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View 16-Day ItineraryCollette’s Greece tours typically include strategically located hotels, many meals featuring regional cuisine, expert local guides, transportation between destinations, and the services of a professional Tour Manager. Many tours include immersive experiences such as cooking classes, winery visits, and farm tours with demonstrations. Specific inclusions vary by tour.
The most popular times to travel to Greece are spring (April–June) and fall (September–October), when temperatures are comfortable and crowds are lighter — especially on the mainland. Summer is ideal for island tours, with warm weather and cooling sea breezes, but expect crowds in places like Mykonos, Santorini, Naxos, and Crete. Collette offers departures across multiple seasons to match different travel styles and comfort preferences.
Most Collette Greece tours involve regular walking, uneven surfaces, and stairs — particularly at archaeological sites. Collette tours are thoughtfully paced with built-in breaks and free time, but Greece is best enjoyed by travelers who are comfortable being on their feet for parts of the day. Check the activity levels on each tour to pick one that is right for you.
U.S. and Canadian passport holders do not currently need a visa for short tourist stays in Greece. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the travel dates. Entry requirements can change, so Collette provides updated travel documentation guidance closer to departure and recommends travelers review official government travel sites for the most current information.
Credit cards are widely accepted in Greece, especially in hotels, restaurants, and shops in cities and tourist areas. It’s a good idea to carry some cash for smaller purchases, local cafés, or markets — particularly in villages or on smaller islands. ATMs are common, and Collette Tour Managers can help advise on day-to-day needs while on tour.
Greek cuisine emphasizes fresh ingredients, olive oil, vegetables, seafood, and regional specialties. On Collette tours, travelers enjoy a mix of included meals — from traditional tavernas to farm-to-table experiences — along with free time to explore on their own. Many tours feature culinary experiences such as cooking classes, olive oil tastings, winery visits, and opportunities to sample local dishes unique to each region.
Transportation between destinations is arranged by Collette to be part of the experience and may include private motorcoaches, ferries between islands, a day cruise, or short flights within Greece, depending on the tour. These logistics are planned in advance to reduce stress and ensure smooth transitions, allowing travelers to focus on the experience rather than navigating on their own.
Yes. Greece is a popular choice for first-time guided tour travelers because it combines iconic sights with manageable travel distances and a welcoming culture. Collette’s expert planning, local guides, and clear activity-level expectations help travelers feel confident, supported, and well cared for throughout the journey.
Comfortable walking shoes are essential, as many historic sites involve stone paths, steps, and uneven ground. Lightweight layers are recommended for changing temperatures, along with sun protection for warmer months. Modest attire is required for visits to certain religious sites, such as monasteries, where covered shoulders and longer bottoms may be expected. Collette provides detailed packing suggestions prior to departure.
English is commonly spoken in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants throughout Greece. On Collette tours, you’ll be accompanied by English-speaking Tour Managers and local guides, making communication easy while still allowing you to engage with local culture.
