Luxury Greece Holidays

Whitewashed towns, waterfront tavernas and ancient ruins steeped in myth and legend

Greece offers holidaymakers the ideal blend of first class beaches, picturesque villages and centuries old sights, topped off with year round sunshine. Discover life beyond the sugar cube houses and blue minaret domes and unravel a rich and inspiring history. Whether you’re looking for a Greek family holiday, adrenaline filled adventures or a romantic break, this Mediterranean paradise has it all. Our Trusted Advisers can recommend the perfect hotel from our wide portfolio, from chic, modern resorts to family-run boutique hideaways, all with the luxury touches that make a holiday that bit more special.

Whether you're eating at your hotel or heading out to a taverna, the cuisine is one of the many highlights of a Greek holiday. If you’re looking to try some local specialities, Spanakopita and Dolmades are a must, as well as a glass of fine Greek wine, not to mention the famous Ouzo.

Top regions in Greece

One of the beauties of a Greek holiday is the choice of destinations on offer. Mainland Greece is home to the resorts of Halkidiki where you’ll find stunning beaches alongside historical architecture. Combine this with a Greek island holiday to experience the best of this magical country. Crete is home to natural gorges and historic sights, while Rhodes Town in Rhodes offers narrow streets of ancient treasures. Kos offers relaxation by the Red Sea opposite Turkey, while Corfu is famous for its lush interiors and pebbly hideaway coves. Corfu is a must for culture vultures that enjoy the legends of Homer, spectacular Mount Athos and quaint harbours. Sit back and relax on world class beaches from the pristine white sands of Skiathos to the sleek black sands of Santorini before heading to the local Greek taverna to sample the catch of the day.

The celebrity favourite, Mykonos, provides sophisticated fun surrounded by Cycladic architecture, endless beach parties and illuminated windmills in Little Venice and Hora. Kefalonia is home to laid back towns and exquisite beaches and perfect if you fancy complete tranquility, authenticity and footprint-free beaches. Skiathos and Santorini ooze a cosmopolitan and classy vibe complete with sun, sea and sand, while Elounda in Crete is a favourite with those seeking luxury and privacy surrounded by opulent accommodation, gourmet restaurants, deluxe spas and private docks for yachts in nearby inlets and secret coves.

Our pick of the top hotels in Greece

Every one of our hotels is handpicked and personally visited by our team

Elounda Mare Hotel, Relais & Châteaux

Crete, Elounda

Located on the Blue Flag beach
Access to a private golf course
Fine dining options

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Daios Cove Luxury Resort and Villas

Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

Set overlooking a private sandy cove
Activities for both couples and families
Four restaurants and two bars, each with their own style

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Ikos Oceania

Halkidiki, Kassandra

Four exceptional à la carte restaurants
A top all inclusive resort with excellent service
Beautiful views of the Aegean Sea

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Ikos Olivia

Halkidiki, Sithonia

An award-winning all-inclusive hotel ideal for families
Set on a private sandy beach near Gerakini village, Halkidiki
Surrounded by 22-acres of stunning, landscaped gardens with olive trees

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Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa

Crete, Plaka Near Elounda

A luxury collection resort
Relaxing spa
Facilities for both adults and children

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St Nicolas Bay Resort

Crete, Aghios Nikolaos

Unique headland setting
A ‘small luxury hotel of the world’
Ideal for honeymooners

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Destinations in Greece

Athenian Riviera

The Athenian Riviera does exactly what it says on the tin, doling out beachside hotels and marinas as it wriggles from south-east Athens to the rugged cape of Sounion.

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Corfu

North-easterly Corfu is practically within throwing distance of Italy’s heel – and it’s got a Venetian capital city, terracotta-topped villas and swathes of green Adriatic countryside to prove it.

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Crete

Crete is the biggest Greek Island, stretching out through the Aegean Sea. It’s been popular for millennia, so you can tour everything from Bronze Age settlements to big beach resorts.

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Halkidiki

Halkidiki is pieced together from a trio of peninsulas – the beach resorts of Kassandra, the peaceful pine forests of Sithonia, and the mountains and monasteries of Athos.

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Kefalonia

Kefalonia drops anchor just west of mainland Greece, between Lefkada and Zakynthos. It’s a hilly island, so expect hilltop harbour cities, white-sand coves and a mountainous interior.

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Kos

Kos offers an ever-changing landscape – from medieval harbour cities and longstanding beach resorts to Greco-Roman archaeological digs and forested valleys with peacock colonies.

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Mykonos

Mykonos is the star of the Cyclades archipelago. The island balances beach clubs, boutique hotels and chic cafés with an old-world backdrop of whitewashed windmills and Aegean-blue churches.

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Peloponnese

The Peloponnese is one of the least-visited regions in Greece – and all the better for it. It’s in the south-west, where you can’t move for myth-wreathed mountains, ruins and beaches.

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Rhodes

Rhodes is a king-sized island in the south-easterly Aegean. It really goes all out, serving up everything from an ancient capital and beach resorts to monastery-crowned mountains and butterfly valleys.

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Santorini

Santorini – often called Thira – is an island with volcanic good looks. Expect snow-white clifftop villages and black sandy beaches with dramatic views of the surrounding Cyclades archipelago.

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Skiathos

The pine forests and pretty harbours of Skiathos lie just east of the Greek mainland. You might even recognise it – Skiathos and neighbouring Skopelos starred in the Mamma Mia! movie.

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Zakynthos

Zakynthos is one of the Ionians – a chain of islands famous for their ivory-white beaches and turtle-friendly coves. Expect a combination of chic harbour towns and lively beach resorts.

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Family holidays in Greece

Greece is among Europe's favourite spots for a well rounded, sun soaked beach holiday. There is plenty on offer for family fun as well, so while parents enjoy the spa and beach, the kids are having the time of their lives in kids clubs and water parks.

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Things to do in GreeceGo island-hoppingWith its galaxy of islands scattered throughout the Med, why stop at just one? Greece’s fast ferries and internal flights mean it’s easier than ever to hop between isles. We’ll arrange all the timings and tickets – all you need to do is choose where to go. Team Mykonos with Santorini, pair Rhodes with Kos, or opt for one of our private crewed yachts, where you can design your itinerary as you sail. Of course, you could opt for island-hopping day trips if you fancy – pop over to Paxos from Corfu, perhaps, or catch a ferry from Skiathos over to Skopelos.

Things to do in GreeceUncover Ancient Greek mythsGreece is more than beach days and ouzo-fuelled evenings – the country’s mythological history could fill hundreds of textbooks. It’s easy enough to bring the myths and legends to life: follow in the footsteps of Theseus and the Minotaur at the Palace of Knossos in Crete; take a boat from Mykonos across to Delos, said to be the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo; or explore Odysseus’ home island of Ithaca, a short hop from Kefalonia.

When to go

Greece has some of the best weather in Europe – long, dry summers with poolside-perfect temperatures that kick off as early as April and last all the way to October. There’s little risk of rain, and as many as 12 hours of sunshine a day in midsummer. Things can get seriously hot, though, with July and August temperatures peaking in the early 30s – great for beach-lovers, although dedicated sightseers may want to pick the cooler spring or autumn months.

Visa Information

Currently visas are not required for UK citizens travelling to Greece.

Tipping

In Greece, a service charge will be included in the bill at restaurants and bars. Much like the UK, an additional tip is not required, although is appreciated for particularly good service. It is common to round off the amount when paying cash, particularly with restaurant staff and taxi drivers.

Introduction to languages

The official language of Greece is Greek. English is widely spoken, too, so getting by is easy.

Greece specialities Greece has a classic Mediterranean cuisine. Throughout the mainland and its islands, there’s a focus on using local, fresh and seasonal produce prepared simply to let natural flavours shine. There are a number of staples to Greek cuisine that flourish in its climate and ecosystem – olives and olive oil, sheep’s and goat’s cheese, fish, fresh vegetables and wine are all essentials.

Greece specialities Meals are an important part of Greek culture, including sharing food and swapping recipes. They range from three-hour meals to a simple collection of dishes called mezes, often enjoyed with a drink in a taverna. Greece’s most famous dishes include meat moussaka, Greek salad with olives and feta, and gyros (roasted meat stuffed in a warm pita bread with lashings of tzatziki).

Samantha Grist

I’ve travelled all over Greece, but my favourite island has to be Skiathos – it’s just beautiful. If you’re undecided where to go, ask us about multi-centre or island-hopping holidays so you can explore more of Greece.

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