Sail sunlit islands, marble antiquities, and taverna-lined bays of Greece
Visit the stunning island of Santorini, known for its white-washed buildings and breathtaking sunsets
Visit Athens, the historic capital of Greece. Explore the Acropolis (ancient citadel with the Parthenon temple, built in the 5th century BC), wander through the Plaka district (old neighborhood with narrow streets and traditional tavernas), see artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum (one of the world's greatest museums of ancient Greek art), and watch the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Syntagma Square.
Visit the site of the Statue of Zeus
Visit Rhodes, the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands. Explore the medieval Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage site with the Palace of the Grand Master), see the ancient Acropolis of Lindos (cliff-top ruins with views over St Paul's Bay), relax at Anthony Quinn Bay (a scenic cove named after the actor), and visit the Valley of the Butterflies (a natural reserve with thousands of Jersey tiger moths in summer).
See Greece's shipwreck beach on Zakynthos
Visit Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Explore the White Tower (15th-century Ottoman fortress and symbol of the city), see the Rotunda (4th-century Roman monument later converted into a church), stroll through the Aristotelous Square (grand waterfront plaza with neoclassical buildings), and sample local dishes like bougatsa (custard-filled pastry) at Modiano Market (historic covered market).
Explore the largest Greek island, Crete, a land of myth and natural beauty. Visit the Palace of Knossos (3,500-year-old centre of Minoan civilisation, linked to the Minotaur legend), hike the Samaria Gorge (11 km through a Unesco Biosphere Reserve with towering cliffs and wild goats), and relax on Elafonisi Beach with its unique pink-hued sand. Pair ancient history with fresh Cretan cuisine in charming villages like Chania or Rethymno.
Visit Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Explore the ancient Minoan palace of Knossos (Europe's oldest city, with labyrinthine ruins and vibrant frescoes), see the Venetian fortress of Koules guarding the old harbour, and browse the Archaeological Museum (home to the Phaistos Disc and Minoan artifacts). Sample local dishes like dakos (rusk salad) and bougatsa (custard pie) at the central market.
Visit the site of the Colossus of Rhodes
Explore the beautiful Greek island of Corfu in the Ionian Sea. Wander through Corfu Old Town (a UNESCO World Heritage site with Venetian, French, and British architecture, including the 16th-century Old Fortress), visit the Achilleion Palace (built for Empress Elisabeth of Austria, featuring neoclassical design and statues of Achilles), and relax at Paleokastritsa (a scenic bay with crystal-clear waters, a monastery, and hiking trails).
Discover ancient Greece's legendary citadel
Explore Euboea, Greece's second-largest island, connected to the mainland by a short bridge. Visit the medieval Venetian castle in Chalkida, known for the unique tidal phenomenon of Euripus Strait (changing direction every 6 hours). Relax in the natural hot springs of Edipsos, favored by ancient Romans and modern spa-goers. Discover the mysterious Drakospita ('dragon houses') of Styra, megalithic structures dating back to the 6th century BC.
Visit Kos, a Greek island in the Dodecanese with sandy beaches and ancient ruins. Explore the Asklepion (an ancient healing center and medical school), see the Castle of the Knights (14th-century fortress built by the Knights of St. John), stroll through Plaka Forest (a natural oasis with peacocks and springs), and relax on Paradise Beach (known for its golden sand and clear waters).
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