15 Day Private Tour in Ancient Greece, Mykonos and Santorini

Driver <3

My driver for the trip was Spyros, who is quite possibly now my favorite driver to have ever had. First day there we were running a bit late as the hotel receptionist wasn't there for us to checkout but Spyros still managed to keep up on time and get us to our locations (Corinth Canal and Corinth the ancient city) on time to admire. He supplied us with waters and clean clothes to wipe our hands and had refills whenever we needed them. When on the first day we got distracted by shops he messaged to make sure we were safe and had his car still right where he told us it would be. Throughout the trip he gave us tips and tricks for each location. He warned us of trouble (lots of steps, spots with more pickpockets, locations where there'd be no drinks other than water allowed) and made sure to keep in contact to know we made it safely. He also took photos for us, and told us the best spots for photos. Each evening he confirmed the next mornings pick up time and made sure we got breakfast. He also helped us with our bags every day, which was a huge help, and let us store some things in the car for a few days before we packed it all. He even made a few stops because we wanted to, like at one town where I wanted to see the shops, or so I could climb someplace for a picture! It was wonderful, I loved the experience. And even after we'd finished, I realized I'd left my phone in his car and he made sure I got it promptly. Even further, when there were mix ups with the other drivers we could contact him when we couldn't get ahold of the office and he made sure everything was arranged. Our time with Spyros was wonderful and I truly believe our trip would not have been half as enjoyable without him. We certainly became less hydrated when we left him and his endless supply of water. I hope everyone has a driver as wonderful as Spyros for their trips in Greece.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind world! We hope to welcome you again in Greece! Dimitra

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Beautiful sights, good food, AMAZING people!!

Cannot recommend this experience enough. I was fortunate enough to be invited along by a friend and initially had some serious concerns about being two young twenty-somethings in a foreign country with no Bigger Adults with us, and those concerns were entirely unfounded! Each step of this process is well-guided, with even the “free” times such as arrival days and less packed days being filled with the opportunity to explore the local towns, cuisine, and culture. Every guide and driver we had was wonderful at providing recommendations when asked (and honestly, so was every business owner, hotel staff, or restauranteer)! Of course, the highlight of the trip was absolutely our driver during days 3-9 of our tour— the “road trip” saga as I fondly call it. A good guide can make or break a tour and our driver for those seven days absolutely made this trip the adventure of a lifetime. Spyros was so perfectly professional while also managing to be profoundly personal. He took care of every request we had, from material supplies that we needed to music choices or even stopping to look at cute shops that we passed by. There were consistent check-ins to ensure we were comfortable and that any complaints we had could be addressed quickly, even though we had none! Whenever it came time for meals, he was always armed with restaurant AND dish recommendations that were local, traditional, and nothing short of amazing. He even recommended great shops to stop by any time we mentioned specific gifts we were looking for! Beyond recommendations, he took the opportunity to point out relevant historical scenery and inform us of cultural contexts of locations we were driving past, even if they weren’t stops for our tour. He took the opportunity to get to know us and our interests and shared stories about himself as well, really building a wonderful connection that made him a joy to spend time with on the rides to and from sites or cities. No boring car rides to be found! He did a wonderful job truly immersing us in the country of Greece and allowing us to explore and appreciate its culture and history. Our “Greek-of-the-day” lessons were a wonderful highlight! He armed us with simple, conversational Greek language knowledge to help us navigate our trip easier and I hope to continue my learning even after leaving. I’ve fallen in love with this country and it’s people and, though I don’t know when I’ll be back next, I do know that I’ll absolutely be looking to Private Tours Greece and Spyros to make my next trip one for a lifetime as well! Pictured is me (right), my friend (left), and Spyros (middle)! Can’t thank him enough for all he did for us, in addition to allowing this wonderful picture for the photo album 💙🇬🇷 As for the sights…. you’ll have to take the tour to see them yourself!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled you had such a memorable experience, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Spyros — he’ll be so happy to hear them. We’d love to welcome you back to Greece anytime! 💙🇬🇷

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17 day private tour in Greece

Private Tours went above and beyond our expectations. We had never visted Greece and their customized 17 day tour covered more than we anticipated while still leaving us time to explore on our own. Our drivers, while insisting that they were not guides, were informative and more than willing to make stops en route. Special thanks to our driver Theo who accompanied us for five days through the Peloponnese and Meteora. Our days on the road usually started at 8 and sometimes ended with Theo driving us to our accommodations after dinner. All of our guides at historical sites - too numerous to mention - were great and helped us steer clear of bus loads of other visitors. While we indicated an interest in archeology, the short stops at olive and honey farms were memorable highlights of the trip. Our hotels - especially luxury resorts on Mykonos and Santorini - were outstanding and our hotel in Athens was a short walk from restaurants in Plaka and all the sites near the Acropolis. I would definitely use Private Tours again.

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Small group tour of Greece

This was an amazing and educational trip following the footsteps of St. Paul and visiting historic sites in Greece. The tour company was always responsive to our questions and needs. Our driver, George, was magnificent. He listened to our desires and requests and brought us safely to each destination. We cannot say enough good things about this experience and would highly recommend them.

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Fantastic trip thru Greek history

We had an amazing trip with PTG this spring - We did a modified trip that covered the Peloponnese (Athens, Mycenae, Epidauros, Sparta, Olympia, Nafplio, Monemvasia) before swinging up to Delphi , Meteora & Macedonia / Thessaloniki, home of Alexander the Great (if you're a history buff you absolutely must go see the tombs & burial goods), Dion / Mt Olympus, then back down to Santorini for a break, and ending in Crete with the Minoans. The sites we visited spanned from the Archaic to modern history. Our driver & guides were all incredibly knowledgeable and did a wonderful job of bringing these historical sites to life, and of course had excellent food recommendations. Breathtaking views everywhere. Great trekking in Monemvasia (light), Meteora (medium) & Crete (Samaria Gorge - long, but very doable - never seen a hiking trail with so many bathrooms before). Very accommodating weather (late May - early June) - limited rain and cruise ships, but plenty of wildflowers. Overall 6 out of 5, would recommend / do again! (and probably will, if they open up more of Pella in Macedon).

Response from the operator: We're delighted to hear you had an amazing trip with PTG! From the Peloponnese to Delphi, Meteora, Macedonia, Santorini, and Crete, it sounds like you had a fantastic journey through the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of Greece. We're thrilled that our knowledgeable guides and drivers brought the historical sites to life and provided excellent food recommendations. Your glowing review means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back if more of Pella in Macedon opens up. Thank you for your recommendation, and we look forward to creating more unforgettable experiences for you in the future!

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