Greece
A trip to Greece can feel like a trip back in time as you pass from ancient sights like the Acropolis Parthenon to the temple of Zeus. And after seeing everything you want to see on one island, travellers can move onto the treasures of the next, often just a short sail or ferry ride away. While exploring the ruins, one of Greece’s many beaches, with their gleaming turquoise seas, is never far off, and neither is a picturesque view of white washed houses and tiny blue domed churches. If seeing the birthplace of the Olympics has lent inspiration, adrenaline junkies can take off for some water sports action, instead.
After a long day wandering crumbling ruins and towering monuments, travellers can sit down to a traditional dinner in a coastlining taverna, of local wine, crusty bread, fresh seafood and olives and the other sun drenched Mediterranean flavours Greece has to offer. Greece’s energetic nightlife in Greece will leave some visitors struggling to keep up with the locals, as they dance until dawn.
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Comments, reviews and questions by other travellers
Classical Tour of Greece
My wife and I have studied ancient greek history,arts,theatre, etc for several years and would like to tour the classical sites in the peloponnese eg delphi,olympia,epidavoros, mistra,methoni, etc for a week to 10 days with a specialist company that has good guides. Can you recommend some companies to contact? we have done many trips with andante but their prices are now rather high. many thanks
what is the weather like in greece in december
i am looking to book a 4-5 day holiday for my parents as a christmas present. I would love for the temperature to be at least 28c / 78f. Where abouts in greece should i send them for a low priced romantic holiday??
3 Replies
Lefkada is cheap and nice? www.worldreviewer.com/travel-guides/island/lefkada/59952
Emilie Stokes
- posted 18th November 2009
You could contact one of our Greek Travel Specialists: www.worldreviewer.com/holiday/all/in-greece if you're looking for a package rather than a destination?
Kat Mackintosh
- posted 18th November 2009
Have a look at our World Weather Guide: www.worldreviewer.com/world-weather for the average temperatures.
World Reviewer Staff
- posted 22nd November 2009
Greece is no doubt my favorite European country. I love the ancient architectures mixed with the friendly people. I also love the Mythos beer and gyros, which can be found at almost every street corner in Athens.
I have been on a few cruises that left from Athens and made their way around Crete, Mykonos, Santorini and a day in Turkey. These cruises allow for a more relaxed view of the country with stops almost every day at a different location. I like cruises because it allows the traveller to do their vacation at a relaxed pace. It also allows for a lot of wiggle room during your stay.