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Explore remote villages on one of the below 33 unique Athens cultural experiences for 2026 or 2027. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Hiking, and Local Market Visits and cost from $734 for experiences of 5 to 18 days. Tell us about your ideal Athens cultural trip and our Athens experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.

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See the ancient world come alive in Athens
from $2,360
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Athens City Explorer

4 Day Itinerary
  • See iconic landmark in Athens
  • Visit Athens, the capital of Greece
  • Take a leisurely walk in Plaka
  • Visit Archaeological site of Mycena
  • See the charming town of Nafplion
  • See the lovely sea front of Athens
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Relaxed
Embark on a cultural journey through Athens with the 4-day Athens City Explorer. Experience the unique and captivating journey through the ancient and modern wonders that describe Athens. Discover its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning beauty as Greece's capital city.
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Greek Monastery on a Rock and Sunny Summer Evening
from $4,471
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Highlights of Classical Greece

7 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Athens, the capital of Greece
  • See iconic landmark in Athens
  • Visit Archaeological site of Mycena
  • See the charming town of Nafplion
  • See iconic site in Olympia
  • Explore Delphi, naval of the world
  • See the rock formation in Meteora
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Athens / Athens
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Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 7-day tour of classical Greece will explore Athens and its rich cultural heritage. Visit the charming town of Nafplion and its beautiful architecture. Learn about Greek mythology and history at the Temple of Apollo and the Delphi Archaeological Museum. Finally, see the stunning rock formations of Meteora and the monasteries perched atop them.
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
from $4,208
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Greece Island Hopping

9 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Athens, the capital of Greece
  • See iconic landmark in Athens
  • Visit the charming town of Naoussa
  • Relax in Paros' beautiful beaches
  • Capture the famous Santorini sunset
  • Sample local wines in Santorini
  • Enjoy the beauty of Santorini
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Relaxed
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Greece island-hopping adventure, exploring the stunning islands of Athens, Paros, and Santorini. This journey will take you through a perfect blend of ancient history and breathtaking landscapes. Be ready for a trip filled with azure waters, sun-drenched beaches, delicious cuisine, and picturesque villages.
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Traditional architecture in Greece.
from $2,871
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Jewels of the Cyclades

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Capture Santorini’s caldera views
  • Swim Poliegos turquoise waters
  • Stroll Folegandros cliffside views
  • Tour Delos sacred temples
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galileo, exploring the beautiful Cyclades from Athens to islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Folegandros. Enjoy swim stops, cultural experiences, and delightful Cycladic cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
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Charming streets of Mykonos, Greece
from $14,895
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Cruising the Greek Isles

Roundtrip Athens - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Greek ruins
  • Visit Crete's Knossos Palace
  • Experience Santorini wine and hike
  • Wander in Patmos villages
Starts / Ends
Athens / Athens
Activities
Wine Tasting, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Greece on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, from ancient Athens to sun-soaked islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Patmos. Explore iconic ruins, whitewashed villages, and hidden gems with guided tours, hands-on culinary experiences, and exclusive cultural encounters that reveal the true heart of the Greek Isles.
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Explore colorful villages on Rhodes
from $7,295
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Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Athens' sophistication
  • Discover Delos' mythological past
  • Experience Mykonos' whitewashed
  • Visit Patmos’ sacred cave
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Athens aboard the Emerald Azzurra, discovering Greece and Turkey's coastal gems. Experience ancient sites like Delos and Mykonos, enjoy leisure in Santorini, and explore local markets, all while relaxing on your luxurious yacht.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $3,600
EBD 10%
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
  • Stroll Nafplion’s old town
  • Visit the peaceful town of Chora
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Athens aboard the Harmony V, exploring the Cyclades, Crete, and the hidden gem of Kythira. Discover historic charm in Monemvasia and Nafplion while enjoying a unique blend of cruising and yachting.
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Relax on the sunny beaches of Paros
from $6,630
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At the heart of the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore vibrant Athens
  • Discover historic Patmos
  • Admire the colorful port of Symi
  • Visit beautiful Amorgos
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Take an 8-day cruise on the Le Dumont-d'Urville, starting in Athens and visiting Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Milos, Delos, Paros, and Hydra. Experience stunning coastlines, ancient sites, and charming villages throughout this enchanting journey.
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The towering ruins of the Acropolis rise over Athens
from $2,000
EBD 10%
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Antiquity to Byzantium

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Explore Epidaurus grand theater
  • Visit Mycenae and its Lion’s Gate
  • Discover Nafplion’s old town
  • Tour Delphi’s ruins
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Galileo, exploring Greece's rich history from Nafplion's Ancient Epidaurus to the Oracle of Delphi at Itea. Experience highlights like Mycenae's ruins, the Dirou Caves, and the Palace of Nestor before returning through the Corinth Canal to Athens.
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Explore colorful villages on Rhodes
from $16,290
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Delos archaeological island
  • Wander Mykonos whitewashed island
  • Visit Bodrum seaport
  • Discover Rhodes old town
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Azzurra from Athens, exploring Delos, Bodrum, Rhodes, Santorini, Chania, and Hydra. Discover ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and charming harbors before returning to the historic Greek capital.
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Wander through the maze of colorful buildings on Santorini
from $6,870
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Athens’ ancient monuments
  • Visit Patmos’ sacred sites
  • Discover Rhodes’ medieval streets
  • Marvel at Santorini cliffs
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day journey aboard Le Laperouse from Athens, exploring Greece’s iconic islands and cultural landmarks. Visit Saint John sites in Patmos, explore Rhodes’ medieval streets, marvel at Santorini’s cliffs, discover Amorgos’ villages, delve into Delos’ ruins, enjoy Mykonos’ vibrant streets, and admire Nafplion’s fortress views.
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Colorful local boats in Greece
from $11,290
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A Symphony at Sea: The Musical Traditions of Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore historic Athens landmarks
  • Marvel at Delos ruins
  • Enjoy Mykonos’ seaside charm
  • Relax in car-free Hydra
Starts / Ends
Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on Le Champlain for an 8-day round-trip Mediterranean Cruise from Athens through the Greek Islands. Explore Heraklion, Santorini, Rhodes, Amorgos, Delos, Mykonos, and Hydra. Discover ancient ruins, scenic landscapes, and charming whitewashed villages. Each destination reveals a unique part of Greece’s history, culture, and beauty.
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