Luxury Greece Holidays

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

Luxury Greece holidays offer the ideal blend of Blue Flag beaches, picturesque villages and centuries old sights, topped off with year round sunshine. Indulge in a luxury holiday to Greece and go beyond the sugar cube houses and blue domed churches to unravel a rich and inspiring history through the many archaeological sites. Whether you’re looking for a Greek family holiday, adrenaline filled adventures, a last minute holiday to Greece, or a romantic break, this Mediterranean paradise has it all. 

Our Personal Travel Planners can recommend the perfect hotel in Greece from our wide portfolio, from chic, modern resorts to family-run boutique hideaways. We can help you plan your time away, and have the added advantage of over 50 years experience in building luxurious package holidays in Greece.

Whether you're eating at your hotel or heading out to a taverna, Greek 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 or the olive oil.

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Destinations in Greece

Agios Nikolaos beach in the Athenian Riviera
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 gorgeous 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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Parga
Situated at a waterfront location, Parga is a charming village with picturesque alleys and architecture, offering a host of restaurants and bars in which to soak up the local culture.
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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.

Our pick of the top hotels in Greece

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

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Beautiful Talgo beach on the east coast of Sithonia peninsula, Halkidiki, Greece.
All inclusive in Greece
All inclusive holidays in Greece cater to everyone combining luxurious accommodations, delectable cuisine and a range of activities in one convenient package.
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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.

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.

Kind Reminder: At the start and end of the summer season the weather cannot be guaranteed however, typically, the climate is much nicer than the UK. When the weather is cooler overnight, and in the day, the fresh and salt water pools will feel much colder. Please note in most destinations which offer a summer only programme pools are not heated, other than inside spa pools.


 

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. 

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Tips from our Personal Travel Planners

"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." - Samantha Grist
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