Classical Tours to Greece
Classical Greece tours
Whether you want to stand in awe at the foot of Ancient Ruins, discover the whitewashed coastal villages on Santorini, bask in the beauty of some of the worlds most breathtaking beaches and azure-blue water, or wander through the charming cliffside villages while Island-hopping on a Greek Island cruise, we have just the tour for you. Our Classical Tours offer all the beauty and wonder that Greece has to offer.
Greece Highlights with 4 Night Greek Island Cruise
Our “Greece Highlights” Journey provides the perfect introduction to Greece, the cradle of Western civilization, in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Visit the awe-inspiring Acropolis and the Parthenon, marvel at the ancient Areopagus where Apostle Paul preached, and explore the ruins of Corinth, reflecting on Paul’s time in the city. Next, we’ll set sail on an unforgettable 4-night Greek Island cruise, exploring the enchanting islands of the Aegean. As we cruise across the crystal-clear waters, we’ll visit iconic Greek islands and experience the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey. We’ll also make our way to Patmos Island, where Apostle John received the visions for the Book of Revelation, and explore some of the most picturesque Greek islands, including Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos, and Santorini.
**Please note that this tour is not operated as a Private tour by America Greece Tours – availability needs to be confirmed upon booking.
Best of Classical Greece
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Greece, where history, culture, and stunning landscapes come together. This tour takes you from the famous Corinth Canal to the ancient Theatre of Epidauros, the iconic ruins of Mycenae, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia. Explore the sacred site of Delphi and its rich archaeological treasures, before heading to the awe-inspiring Meteora, with its breathtaking monasteries perched atop towering rock formations. Along the way, you’ll visit charming towns, witness incredible natural beauty, and immerse yourself in Greece’s ancient heritage. This classical tour of Greece is the perfect way to experience the best of Greece in just a few days.
Athens & the Greek Islands with 7 Night Greek Island Cruise
Join us on a remarkable journey through some of the most remarkable archeological landmarks and beautiful scenery in Greece. Our Athens & the Greek Islands with 7 Night Greek Island Cruise will allow you to explore iconic locations across the Aegean Sea. Visit the impressive Acropolis and the Parthenon, and explore the ancient ruins of Corinth, Discover the stunning landscapes of Greece with the comfort of a 7-Night Greek Island Cruise, where you won’t need to pack and unpack your luggage. Sailing across the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea, you’ll visit the most iconic Greek islands and experience ancient Ephesus in Turkey. We will also explore the beauty of the most picturesque Greek islands, including Crete, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes, and Milos
3 Nights Athens Stopover Tour
Discover Greece with this comprehensive tour of Athens. Visit the awe-inspiring Acropolis and the Parthenon, marvel at the ancient Areopagus where Apostle Paul preached, and explore the ruins of Corinth, reflecting on Paul’s time in the city. This is a perfect introduction to Greece.
Who are these tours ideal for?
The Classical Greece Tour Collection: Timeless Journeys to Greece, Turkey & Italy is ideal for:
- History Enthusiasts
Travelers who love exploring ancient civilizations, iconic ruins, and UNESCO sites across Greece, Turkey, and Italy will find our Classical Greece Tour Collection very appealing. Choose from a wide range of tour itineraries to best match your vacation style and interests. You will walk through the same streets that shaped history and immerse yourself in the stories of the past. - Travelers Who Enjoy Experiencing Culture and Heritage
Our Classical Greece tours are a great choice for those interested in blending sightseeing with rich cultural experiences, from museums and archaeological sites to local traditions and cuisine. These journeys bring history, art, and daily life to life. Our classical tours focus on Greece’s heritage landmarks that can be considered the cradle of Western civilization—sites like Olympia, the ruins of Mycenae, the Acropolis in Athens, and much more. - Archaeology and Ancient Architecture Lovers
For those fascinated by ancient ruins, temples, amphitheaters, and historical sites, our classical itineraries provide hands-on experiences that highlight Greece’s, Turkey’s, and Italy’s rich past. If you love ancient archaeology and architecture and are intrigued by theaters, temples, and historic ruins, you will enjoy walking through Athens’ Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, the Archaeological Site of Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi, and the other sites that shaped Greek history. - Cruise Enthusiasts
Some of our Classical Tour Collection journeys already include a 3, 4, or 7-night cruise to the Greek Islands with Celestyal Cruises. For the rest, we can add a cruise of your preference before or after your Classical Greece tour. Visiting the iconic Greek islands of Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes, and Patmos can be a great way to add leisure time to your history and heritage Greece tour. - Scenic Explorers
Anyone who loves breathtaking landscapes—from the Corinth Canal to Meteora’s dramatic monasteries, to picturesque towns such as the seaside town of Nafplion—our classical tours will leave you with an appreciation for Greece’s natural beauty along the way. - Families Seeking Enriching Travel
Perfect for families who want to experience history while combining vacation time together, exploring iconic ruins, breathtaking landscapes, and timeless architecture while making lasting memories. - Short-Trip Travelers
Some of our Classical Tour Collection journeys are short and perfect for those who want a comprehensive Greek experience in just a few days, combining history, culture, and scenery. Many of our travelers on these tours enjoy the guided tour atmosphere, where the structure of an escorted tour allows them to enjoy the culture, heritage, and history of Greece, Turkey, and Italy at their own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Classical Tours to Greece are non-religious and offer the best blend of history, Western heritage, archaeology, scenery, culture, and Greek cuisine. These are fully guided journeys that focus on the most famous landmarks of Greece. Unlike our Faith-based tours, they emphasize historical and cultural experiences for travelers of all interests.
Our Classical Tour Collection ranges from 3-10 days. Our most popular journey, The Best of Classical Greece, includes sightseeing to Greece’s most famous landmarks and historical sites such as Areopagus & the Acropolis in Athens, the Corinth Canal, Epidauros, the town of Nafplion, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi, and the Meteora monasteries. Travelers who choose an itinerary with a Greek Island cruise will also visit the most iconic Greek islands and experience the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey.
The Greece tours we offer as part of our Classical Tours collection are all fully guided sightseeing tours. These journeys include well-planned itineraries that cater to a wide array of interests, a great selection of centrally located hotel accommodations, daily breakfast and dinner on most tours, sightseeing and entrance fees, and most transfers (exclusions may apply). Some of our Classical journeys also include a Greek Island cruise to explore some of the most picturesque Greek islands, including Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, and Patmos.
We are a U.S.-based tour operator specialized in guided tours to Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Our travelers are all from the U.S. and Canada, and all of our tours are offered in English.
Our classical journeys are operated and offered throughout the year. However, for travelers seeking the best temperatures for a Greece tour and vacation, we recommend spring (April-June) and fall (September-October) as the most popular times to travel, with pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Summer is warmer and lively, especially on the islands, while winter is quieter but still beautiful for exploring historical sites.
Yes, most of our journeys in Greece include daily breakfast and dinner, and in Turkey, most of our programs include lunches as well. All breakfasts are served at the hotels, and dinners are sometimes arranged at local restaurants to provide more variety and allow you to enjoy the atmosphere. Specific inclusions vary by itinerary, and they are always clearly listed.
We highly recommend arriving at the location where your journey begins one day before the tour starts. This allows our travelers to rest and adjust to the time difference so they can be refreshed for the start of the tour. This extra night can be booked with us, and our Travel Specialists can share excellent rates for a pre-tour hotel stay.
Yes, we include free time so our travelers can enjoy shopping, dining, or simply wandering at their own pace. In addition, for those taking the Greek Island cruise, there is free time both onboard and onshore to enjoy some of the islands on your own.
Absolutely. We regularly work with private groups and families from across the U.S. to create custom private tours to Greece, Turkey, and Italy. When working with private tours, we customize the tour itinerary to match their travel needs. Special pricing and group leader benefits are also available for our private tour groups.
Most of our classical tours involve moderate walking, often over uneven ground at archaeological sites. The most challenging part, in terms of walking, is climbing the Acropolis in Athens, which includes an uphill path with uneven surfaces and stairs. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, but you don’t need to be an athlete to enjoy the journey.
Yes! Many of our itineraries include a 3, 4, or 7-night cruise to the Greek Islands with Celestyal Cruises. We strongly believe that a Greek Island cruise is a wonderful complement to our journeys—a perfect way to balance traditional sightseeing with the beauty and leisure of the Aegean