Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

Our guide, Penny, in Delphi was the most amazing and charming woman. From the beginning to the end, the guide was less a lecture and more of a discussion. She was amazingly knowledgeable not only on the history, but the relationship between the people, cultures, religions, and happenings of ancient Greece to the modern climate.

Our travel guide Chris was phenomenally receptive, quick to respond, and brilliantly knowledgeable about our travel plans. He was always so quick to help us out at any point of the day. We were very lucky to have him planning out our trip for us.

We had a great time. Our travel specialist connected us with all the "must-see" items on our list. He coordinated our flights and transfers and made it so easy for us to follow in the kim-kim app. We had great hotel staff, friendly drivers, and excellent guides.

Hotel Reviews

Skala Hotel

Patmos

Excellent accomodations right where we needed to be!

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Heliotrope Hotels

Lesvos

Excellent hotel, fantastic breakfast and dining menu options, and friendly staff.

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NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Great staff and unique accomodations in the heart of Monastiraki... Close to everywhere we needed to be.

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Activity Reviews

Classic Monastery Tour

Patmos

This was a beautiful and emotional experience. I only wished we had more time there!

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Acropolis Of Athens Afternoon Walking Tour

Athens

Our tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. She managed to guide us to the top without exhaustion for those who were out of shape.

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Our trip was FANTASTIC! All of our guides were absolutely fabulous and every driver was on time (usually early) to pick us up. We especially loved Dora from our Acropolis tour and Katarina from our e-bike tour in Santorini. Really, every guide was FANTASTIC! We loved the catamaran tour in Milos (the captains/guides were great - I know one is named George) and our Greek Cooking class in Paros (so much fun)! We really had so much fun doing everything we planned.

We absolutely LOVED Senia Hotel in Paros. The staff was exceptional, the views and pool amazing, the food and service were top-notch, the location perfect and overall staying there was absolutely fantastic!

We also really loved our hotel in Santorini, Agali Houses. The accommodations were spacious and very nice, we had another amazing view and the location was fantastic. Whew those steps - you really can't be out of shape to climb those! We felt bad for the porters carrying our bags.

We also really liked Niche hotel in Athens. The rooftop was great, location perfect and the breakfast was one of our favorites of all the hotels we stayed at. The only negative was the rooms were small (but very nice) - but I guess that is to to be expected in a big city.

We had the absolute BEST time and loved meeting so many amazing people from Greece and other travelers from around the world and eating the most amazing food. The only thing I would have done differently is possibly added a day to each island (we did 2 nights Athens, and 3 islands, 3 nights each) so we had more time to relax and explore or only go to two islands and stay at each one for 4-5 days. With the travel it just cut into our time at each island and we were all a little tiered those days. Thank you so much for all the planning! We would highly recommend KimKim to anyone planning a trip.

Hotel Reviews

Agali Houses

Firostefani 00

Beautiful hotel in a great setting. Hotel steps are steep and there are lots of them so just be aware of that. The views from our room were AMAZING and we were in a fantastic location.

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Very nice staff - just not as many staff. The pool bar was not at the pool (you had to walk up a level) and they stopped serving food at 4:00 pm (not a huge deal).

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Olea Bay Hotel

Milos

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We had two rooms in two different buildings which was fine but not idea. Just not as nice of a view as we had at other hotels and a little further of walk to shopping/restaurants, but not terrible.

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The staff was great - they just had less staff but everyone we interacted with was very kind and helpful.

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Clean, spacious and comfortable

Senia Hotel

Paros

Our absolute FAVORITE hotel of our trip! The staff was incredible, perfect location, amazing view, great food/drinks and a beautiful rooftop pool.

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The staff was absolutely the BEST here.

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Niche Hotel

Athens

Great hotel, perfect location, beautiful rooftop restaurant, great breakfast. Only negative was the rooms were pretty small so made it tight with our luggage.

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Activity Reviews

Self-guided Exploration of Milos Highlights

Milos

We rented a car which made it easy to see various beaches/sights, sometimes parking was difficult because it was quite busy and the roads are quite narrow so you have to be especially careful of buses and other vehicles.

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Private Evening Neighborhood Walk

Athens

Our guide was great and it was the first thing we did upon arriving in Athens. He introduced to the amazing Greek gelato and we loved seeing the old neighborhoods and some historical sights. We ended at dinner where he made some great recommendations.

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Traditional Greek Cooking Experience in a Hotel Garden

Paros

SO MUCH FUN! Our chef and all her staff were fantastic. The food we made was delicious, and we loved meeting so many other people at the class. There was also a plentiful supply of Greek wine. This was my favorite activity.

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South Coast E-Bike Adventure

Santorini

We absolutely LOVED Katarina. She was so knowledgeable, and it was great to see another part of Santorini. We made some great stops along the way. She was also did a fantastic job of making sure we were all well-hydrated and changed our route a bit when my daughters didn't love going downhill.

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Half Day Kleftiko Catamaran Adventure

Milos

LOVED this so much! Absolutely beautiful. We did the half-day tour which was plenty for us. The lunch they served onboard was fantastic! Our guides were great and so much fun!

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Morning Horseback Ride

Paros

We really enjoyed this activity but for some reason we thought it was on a beach and it definitely was not - but we could see the sea. Since we are not experienced riders some of the fear we had was due to our inexperience - we didn't do anything too hard but we just weren't used to riding horses and we did have to ride up some narrow spaces and we did have to navigate around some cars. But the guides and horses lead the way and everything was very safe and it was a great way to see a different view of Paros.

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Private Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Experience

Athens

Dora our guide was amazing. A little long for our teenage daughters but we were also jet-lagged and it was very hot even in the morning.

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We had an amazing experience working with Eirini to plan our trip to Greece! We told her we wanted to visit Athens and Santorini, see the major historical sites, and stay somewhere close to everything—and she executed our vision perfectly.

From the detailed pickup directions, to the seamless transportation, to the wonderful tour guides, every part of our trip was thoughtfully planned and completely stress-free. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply enjoy the experience without worrying about logistics.

Her attention to detail, organization, and local knowledge made all the difference. We felt taken care of every step of the way, and it truly made our vacation unforgettable. We highly recommend Eirini to anyone planning a trip to Greece. Thank you for making our dream vacation such an incredible experience!

I used the kimkim app frequently during our stay. It was a great reference filled with so much information. Chris placed us at all the hotels where we needed to be. He was quick to respond to all my questions and was soo helpful and courteous. We could not have had a better experience. For hotels, our favorites were Monisteraki and Heliotrope. Monisteraki breakfast was so fresh and delicious. We loked the layout of the rooms with the loft. Heliotrope had such variety and their restaurant was excellent. Balcony rooms overlooking the pool and water were memorable. Skala was lovely on Patmos, within walking distance of shops and the marina. We were not at Avra long enough to appreciate it. The restaurant food was very good and it was ×within walking distance from the beach. Least favorite? Federalis due to mold in the shower and Achilles which had the least of accommodations. The driver who took us from Athens airport twice was not only a driver but a guide as well. He was very courteous and a patient driver. We had him twice for sure. I know he drove us to Achilles hotel. Again, I must say thank you, thank you to Chris who made it easy for this old lady to return to her roots. If you need a review about anything else, just reach out. I will be happy to help the next traveler.

Hotel Reviews

Heliotrope Hotels

Lesvos

Close to the airport, beaches, marina and shops. Balcony rooms overlook pool and water. Restaurant is delicious. Staff is very friendly.

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Skala Hotel

Patmos

Within walking distance of the Marina, shops and restaurants.

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NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Perfect place to be if you want to be where it is at in Athens. Loved the family loft suites.

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Activity Reviews

Classic Monastery Tour

Patmos

This was truly an experience to remember. The guide was very informative. I could have spent more time there for sure.

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Acropolis Of Athens Afternoon Walking Tour

Athens

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Our guide was very informative and kept us in conversation

I cannot say enough good things about KimKim and our team at Be A Greek for our recent trip! I have been raving about my experience to anyone who will listen, seriously. We were heading to Greece for a wedding, we had flights and the wedding, and a big dream of building an unforgettable trip around it. This was my first time using KimKim, but i saw the company mentioned in the mags and newspapers i trust (can’t recall if it was NYT and Travel and Leisure, but most likely). The process of getting started was so easy, and within hours I was connected with Marianna at Be A Greek. Ok, the coolest thing about this KimKim process was the access to local experts. She listed to what we wanted, and was so patient with my sometimes inconsistent time to be able to plan. She did it all. She really listened. I wanted to stay away from big groups, no crazy instagram only spots. We wanted history, activity, food, we wanted to be immersed, but also luxurious and romantic. She nailed it. She booked a great semi-private tour guide at Naxos Cultural Tours, she found a private guide who was just as passionate about history and mythology as I am for Delphi, and a delightfully hilarious private guide for the Acropolis. Lovely hotels. And DAILY communication from the KimKim team with reminders about our itinerary for the next day, times, pdf copies our flights or boats, every detail was seen to. For example, when we landed in Athens we had a few hours to kill at the airport before our connecting flight to Naxos. Marianna had a delightful guide meet us at the airport, and Bianca told us stories, took us for coffee, and helped ease us into Greek life all in a layover. That little detail was incredible. I will 100% be using KimKim again, and highly recommend you do too!! Epharisto to Marianna and the KimKim team!

The team at KimKim provided a detailed itinerary including links, whatsApp phone numbers and specific instructions for each destination. After arriving in Athens and boarding our flight to Chania, Crete we were greeted by our transport driver who took us to the old port in Chania. As mentioned in our itinerary, we were not able to be dropped off at our hotel, the walk was pretty easy overall, lots of steps to navigate but the views and the area were gorgeous. Our boutique hotel was the Porto Del Columbo, which as it turns out was built during the Venetian occupation of Crete and also served as the French Embassy at one time as well as the Political office for the Greek Prime Minister Venizelos. The property was charming and comfortable. Our daily breakfasts were delicious and exactly what was needed to start the day. Everyone at the hotel was helpful, polite and always willing to assist in any way INCLUDING providing bagged breakfasts if you had an excursion or flight that put you out of the hotel before breakfast service. While in Chania we enjoyed the "Ultimate Food Tour of Chania" which took us to an olive oil mill, a distillery, a cheese factory and a bakery. Our guide Yiannis was knowledgeable and charming and really made the tour feel as if we were out with friends instead of on a tour. We also did a private sunset cruise that was SPECTACULAR! Jumping into the Aegean Sea just before sunset is something you just have to experience in person. The water is sparkling and clear (and so SALTY!). Our captain Mano was so chill and so much fun. He made the experience extremely memorable. One item of note regarding this tour, the photo of the boat that was sent to us by the tour company (not by KimKim) was NOT the boat we were ultimately on, we were in the right place at the right time, but were looking for the wrong boat. It was a minor issue but it did make us late for our pick up, so if you take this tour, ask for the exact boat you will be on. We ate on the waterfront each day and night - the food was all very good, but one restaurant in particular stood out enough that we visited it 3 times, La Bodega - every dish we ordered was spectacular! The owner even had cocktails with us our last night there.
After Crete we traveled to Santorini by SeaJets high speed Ferry. Great experience. The ferry's are well organized, very comfortable and easy to navigate.
While in Santorini we stayed at the Blue Dolphins hotel in Firastefani, the view was spectacular, the rooms were comfortable, well appointed and very clean. Christina on the front desk spoiled us and took care of our every need. Upon arrival, we were advised that we owed a very large balance for the rooms we had booked, which of course wasn't expected. One quick call and text to KimKim and it was all sorted out very quickly. Christina was very accommodating and extremely patient while getting our room situation sorted. A full breakfast was brought to our rooms each day, more than you could eat, eggs, meat, cheese, fruits, juice, coffee, tea, croissants, breads, spreads and honey.
While in Santorini we did a wine tour. Our guide Sabine, was very easy to work with, extremely knowledgeable and generally just fun to be around. She knew the area very well and gave us great recommendations for meals. All were on point. Of course no trip to the islands would complete without a day out on the sea! Our catamaran trip was beautiful, relaxing and again we were doted on and spoiled by the crew. The transport drivers on Santorini are AMAZINGLY talented drivers, navigating the narrow roads, sharp turns and tight spaces. Every transport driver we had was beyond impressive! We visited the capital Fira and enjoyed a lovely meal complete with a spectacular sunset in Oia. There is NOT an unpleasant view anywhere on Santorini but be prepared to walk and climb steps. Our average daily steps were 15-18K. After Santorini we ferried to Mykonos. Wow... Mykonos is a gorgeous island. Our hotel Vencia was my favorite of all the hotels we stayed in. The beds were like clouds, the infinity pool was stunning and the restaurant not only offered spectacular views, but live music through the sunset. On our second day there we participated in a "Chora Food and Culture Walk" our guide Paco was vivacious, funny and really offered a great experience at each of our stops. He just went above and beyond and made our day with him incredible! There are so many shops, restaurants and bars in Mykonos it would take a year to experience them all! The waterfront / harbor is beautiful and being able to sit down for a beverage or meal and stare out at the crystal blue sea was magical on every level. Mykonos was another walk centric location 15K - 18K steps every day!
After Mykonos we were off to Athens, this time by plane. Once in Athens we checked into the Athens Manor Houses. The property is spread out throughout the downtown, but the accomodations were comfortable and secure. Athens is like any other metropolitan city - busy, chaotic and full of anything and everything you could want. We spent our next day exploring the Acropolis and the antiquities of Athens. It is a workout to navigate all the way up to the ruins but well worth it. It is a marvel that ruins of that age coexist in a modern city like Athens. We also took a "neighborhood food walk" while in Athens, I cannot remember our guides name unfortunately (maybe Christine?) but she was super sweet, knew her way around, took the time to show us and share with us so many small details about Greek culture that again, it felt more like a day out with a friend than a tour with a guide. She had a great rapport with all the bakeries, sweet shops, taverns, delis and restaurants that we visited, you could tell she was well liked. We found a really cute "watering hole" in Athens called Louis Bistrot where we visited multiple times for beverages and snacks. The staff was great and by the second time we were there they acted as if we were regulars. I can't list all the restaurants, cafe's and taverns that we patronized but I will say ALL of them were fantastic, from the "holes in the wall" to the extravagant; we didnt have a bad meal or experience.,. Gyros are different all of Greece and should be experienced everywhere you go - in my opinion at least lol. Sardines and fresh fish are also a great dining experience overall everywhere in Greece. In conclusion, KimKim took out all the legwork, guesswork and pressure of planning - our vacation was truly all we hoped for and more. I will most definitely be using Erica and the KimKim team again in the future.

Hotel Reviews

Athens Manor Houses

Athens

In the heart of the city, close to most everything, very secure, modern and comfortable.

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Vencia Boutique Hotel

Mykonos

Beautiful property overall with everything you would need right there at your fingertips, from a restaurant to spa services.

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Blue Dolphins Hotels & Villas

Firostefani, Santorini

The views alone from this property would rate it a 5! The rooms were nicely laid out, comfortable and modern. The in room breakfasts were a real treat and more than you could eat!

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You are away from the cruise ship crowds in Fira and able to see for miles

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Porto Del Colombo Traditional Boutique Hotel

Chania

The hotel is both historic and gorgeous. The staff are all friendly and accommodating, the breakfast is delightful and the rooms are comfortable with nice views. One item of note, there are no elevators, and LOTS of stairs! Be prepared to climb.

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It is a historical spot and a good bit of its original charm has been maintained.

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Everyone was helpful, cheerful and went above and beyond.

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Activity Review

The Ultimate Food Tour of Chania

Chania

Visiting these stops was both educational and enjoyable. We were given hands on, behind the scenes tours of the locations we visited. The pride and professionalism of each business was displayed in not only the products being presented but in the representatives who greeted, guided and welcomed us.

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Kimkim did a wonderful job planning our family trip to Greece. During the early stages, Erica talked with me at length about what kind of trip we were looking for and what types of activities we'd be interested in (understanding and taking into account that we were not all interested in the same things!). She chose two Greek islands (Naxos and Milos) that were less touristy and more authentic but still offered both cultural/historical and more active/outdoorsy activities and organized all our hotels and transfers to make the experience seamless. The kimkim team was available during the trip to answer any questions and handle hiccups (which only occurred once!). I would highly recommend this booking agency!

Activity Reviews

Private Hike to the Mountain of Zeus

Naxos

I loved climbing Mt. Zeus but wasn't thrilled to have a guide that talked the whole time (while his stories were interested, we really just wanted to enjoy the landscape and views)

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Acropolis Beat-the-Crowds Discovery Walk

Athens

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E-Bike Exploration of Milos Highlights and Beaches

Milos

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This was the first time I have ever had the assistance of a travel agent/company planning a trip-- but I would highly recommend. Minimizing the planning time was a real goal at this busy moment in life and allowed us to maximize the time doing fun stuff/relaxing on our trip and minimized the downtime! Having the transfers coordinated in advance made it feel luxurious. We had amazing guides (Anghela for a Percy Jackson tour in Athens was amazing--- and Stratos for kayaking to Poseidons temple and George for hiking/natural history in Kourtaliotiko gorge in Crete). We all loved the Olympic stadium tour and practicing the olympic events. The itinerary was a fabulous mix of historical tours and adventure activities and relaxation. It worked great for our 3 generation family!

Hotel Review

Villa Archanes

Heraklion, Crete

We loved this one! Super quaint town and awesome little hotel. Nicest host and HUGE breakfast

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Activity Reviews

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Hidden Waterfall & River Trek

Chania

Our guide George was seriously the best, couldn't have been better. He made opportunities to make sure our 10 year old got his energy out and adrenaline pumping! We loved this activity for our group

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Morning or Evening Sea Kayaking to Temple of Poseidon

Athens

Stratos was fabulous guide. This was a great way to experience the temple

Morning Catamaran Cruise

Greece

Recommend the 6hr option vs the 4hr! There were many boats doing the same trip but after 4 hours all the other boats left and we had the whole bay to ourselves-- which was amazing! The boat, food, staff and whole experience were excellent

Knossos Palace Experience

Greece

This one didn't keep our 10 year old particularly engaged unfortunately.

Percy Jackson-Inspired Acropolis & Museum Experience

Athens

Our guide (Anghela) did an amazing job keeping our 10 year old engaged in 4 hours of historical exploration with a deep knowledge of Percy Jackson books and a fabulous approach to interacting with all of us.

Olympic Games Workout

Athens

The excursions we had were excellent. Each one was well thought through and highlighted the key features of each location.

Hotel Reviews

Sole d'oro Luxury Suites

Santorini

This place was simply wonderful.

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Adonis seems a one-man show. I hope he’s well compensated.

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Castle Mansions

Naxos

Excellent location, wonderful setup.

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Milos Waves

Milos

This place is simply gorgeous. My husband said it was the nicest place he’s ever stayed.

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Urban Stripes Athens

Athens

Excellent location.

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Best of Milos half-day tour

Greece

I really liked this tour. Our 11 year old was less impressed.

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Luxe Morning cruise Milos

Milos

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We had not arranged for travel to the port for this. Getting a cab was slightly stressful

Traditional Villages Tour 2026

Santorini

Our guide was much less talkative than others. He offered many insights, fewer deep in history.

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Santorini Gems Catamaran Sunset Tour

Santorini

The pickup and drop off was a bit chaotic. Everything worked out but this was the one event where timing didn’t align with what was in the app.

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Naxos Heritage & Flavors

Naxos

This felt a very custom experience.

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Aegean Lush Bike tour

Naxos

A highlight of the trip.

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Private Jeep Tour to Delphi, Mount Parnassus, and Arachova

Athens

Adam was quite the character. Delphi was great. The lunch we had was fantastic.

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Athens Highlights Mythology Tour

Greece

The tour was good. Arrival was complex given the large number of groups.

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Eirini and her team did an amazing job planning our trip to Greece. The hotels in all of our locations were very nice. The rooms were great and the locations were outstanding with easy access to everything we wanted to see. Our hotel in Santorini (Ilioperato) was in a great location with "postcard" views of the Caldera from our front porch. We loved that it was in quiet location away from the tourist crowds, but still close to great shopping and restaurants. Our hotel in Heraklion (Dimargio) was a hidden gem. We were surprised how new and modern it was, yet still in the heart of the city near all of the attractions and restaurants. Also, our drivers were great, especially Costantinos in Athens. Also, a special shout out to George (think that was his name) in Santorini who picked us up at the airport and dropped us off at the port. Both of the gentlemen we so nice and informative. They felt like old friends after driving us a few times. My wife gave them hugs when we left them the last time! The tours and excursions were also wonderful. Eirini will find something for everyone - food, culture, history and adventure. Loved our farm tour and cooking class in Santorini. Great to see something on the non-Caldera side of the island and learn more about the island. Our host and driver were locals and passionate about life, culture, and the history of Santorini. The Kim Kim App was fantastic and easy to use. It was great having all of our trip details at our fingertips. Eirini was always responsive. We recommend Kim Kim and Eirini if you are traveling to Greece. We will use Kim Kim for our future trips.

Hotel Reviews

Dimargio Hotel and Spa

Heraklion, Crete

Very pleased with the newer modern hotel in the heart of the city close to everything you want to see. To hotel, while very new, was designed to look like it was built in ancient Crete, with a courtyard and dining area surrounded by old looking brick walls. Nice bar in the lobby and a great breakfast. Can't imagine there is a nicer hotel in the heart of Heraklion.

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New facility but designed with the charm of being amongst the ancient ruins.

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Five-minute walk from heart of the city and Morosini Fountain.

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Helpful staff. Made dining reservations for us and gave us other tips for visiting the area. Nice bartender in the lobby.

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Very new and clean

Ilioperato

Santorini

Great location with amazing views. This location does not have as many tourists walking by, which was nice compared to many of the other hotels we saw. Yet, it was still walking distance to the Fira shops and many nice restaurants. Double sized beds, so smaller than what we are used to, but manageable considering we enjoyed breakfast, drinks, and sunset views from our front porch. Amazing! Also, very nice and attentive staff.

Authenticity & Character

What you expect in Santorini -white building on the cliffs of the Caldera. Smaller rooms, but that adds to the charm of the architecture of being in "old" Santorini.

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Quiet, but close to everything you want to do and see. Cannot overstate how nice the views are from the seating areas in front of each room.

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Great staff. Very helpful and attentive.

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Very clean.

Urban Stripes Athens

Athens

Large, updated room with couch and kitchen amenities. Great view of the Parthenon from our room. Nice lite balcony to enjoy wine or coffee.

Authenticity & Character

Very new hotel with an apartment feel. Not a traditional hotel lobby, although staff were available to assist with any needs. Felt like be a resident of Athens!

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Walking distance to the Parthenon and shopping.

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Very helpful with checking in and restaurant recommendation

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Very clean and modern.

Athens City View Urban Suites

Athens

Great location and very nice room. The restaurant downstairs is connected to hotel and the food was great. There are some stairs to deal with, but someone from the hotel or restaurant will usually help you with your luggage.

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Modern and clean rooms. Not a traditional hotel with a lobby. More like your own apartment.

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Can walk to attractions and restaurants

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Staff arranged for a box breakfast the morning we left because we had a 6:00 flight and the restaurant was not yet open.

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Very clean

Activity Reviews

Farm visit with cooking class & winery visit with wine tasting

Santorini

It was nice learning more about the people who live and make a living on Santorini outside of tourism. We learned so much about agriculture and how they grow tomatoes and grapes on a volcanic island. We helped make tomato fritters and enjoyed our meal outside under a big shade tree. Very pleasant.

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Our host was so passionate about the food they grow and the history of agriculture on the island.

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Good fresh food and wine. Just know the meal does not include any chicken, lamb, or protein. Still worth it.

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Very good guide who grows the food we ate. Also, took us on a tour of a small nearby village, Megalochori, which we really enjoyed.

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Again, another great local driver who told us so much about the island, history, culture and more. Learn why the church domes may or may not be painted blue.

Sunset trip to the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion

Athens

Loved our driver. I would recommend this trip be schedule one hour later, or at a time to make sure you are there for sunset. Otherwise, you can see the temple in about 20-30 minutes. It is a long, although beautiful, drive for a short visit. We were there earlier and would have had to wait for over an hour for sunset. However, it was starting to get very busy the closer it got to sunset. We decided to leave and our driver dropped us off at a nice local fish restaurant for dinner. We were the only non-locals at the restaurant, which was fun. It was nice to see some of the area outside of Athens.

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Getting to know our great drive Costantinos was the best part of this experience.

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Afternoon Acropolis Museum & Acropolis guided tour

Athens

This is a must do if you are visiting Athens. A guide is well worth the expanse. Skip the lines. From what we can tell, it is always busy there, so the guide gets you where you want to go and explains everything. If you can endure the heat, we went very late in the afternoon. When we left, we walked out onto part of Filopappou Hill (I think) and watched the sunset.

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You are visiting one of the most historical wonders of the world. We happened to visit on July 4th, which was even more fun as we are from the United States. Standing at the center of the birthplace of democracy on our nation's 250th birthday was special.

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We walked from our hotel - 10-minute walk. Guide was very informative.

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Knossos Palace guided tour

Greece

Great tour. Very informative.

Quality of Experience

Vary good guide. Worth having a guide, as it is very busy.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guide and drive make this actively so much more enjoyable.

Transport

Driver was on time - both on pick up and return. Provided water, which was needed the day we visited.

Sea kayaking experience

Santorini

Unfortunately, the actively was canceled because of high winds. Good communication about the situation and offered alternatives, which unfortunately, did not fit our schedule. Refund was processed promptly.

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Riding on the beach was amazing. It was very hot, so be prepared.

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Guides were great and helped those who were not as experienced with horse.

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The stables offered transportation and had a great young. man as a driver. Long time family owned and operated transport and rental company. As a local, he shared a lot of information about the island/

Greece is such a beautiful place! We started in Athens and spent time on the islands of Mykonos, Naxos, and Santorini before returning to Athens. Highlights were the hike on Santorini (we did Oia to Imerovigli where we stayed), the farm cooking visit in Naxos, and the Acropolis in Athens.
Regarding kimkim, the booking was pretty easy and we used them specifically because our friends we were traveling with had used them for other trips. It did seem that once the trip started the support was lacking. No check ins, we had to discover changes and issues for ourselves and then alert them for help, and while the response were quick it felt like they should have been alerting us and assisting proactively given what we paid for the trip. They did offer a small refund (~2% of our trip cost) but generally if it wasn’t for our friend’s prior experience, we would not consider using them again.

Our trip with KimKim was absolutely perfect. Marianna did an excellent job putting together our custom trip to Greece. Every detail was taken care of and well communicated to us. Marianna was available on Whatsapp if we needed her. All the guides and drivers were extraordinary in their knowledge, they were very professional, nice and polite. All the hotel were great - we could not have had a better trip to Greece.

Hotel Reviews

Melidron Hotel & Suites

Naxos

This is a great hotel with pool and breakfast. Nice view and comfortable rooms

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Adonis Hotel & Apartments

Naoussa

Great location , breakfast and nice pool to enjoy. 1 min to the beach and very nice and quite

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ALK HOTEL

Kamares

Fantastic location and breakfast. We loved this hotel with outside patio, self serve roof top bar. The owners were fantstic and made us feel very welcome

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NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Perfect location, nice rooftop and great breakfast

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Activity Reviews

Acropolis & Athens E-bike Tour

Athens

Amazing guides and adventure in Athens. We loved every minute

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Naxos Day Cruise

Naxos

Fun time swimming and snorkeling. unfortunately no sailing. food and captain was great

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Naxos Wine & Mythology Sunset Tour

Naxos

Maria is fantastic and really knowledgeable about mythology and history

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Horse Riding in Paros

Paros

Great time on horse back. Beautiful views

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Chora of Antiparos & Watersports

Paros

Fun day on the water

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A Unique Hands-On Cooking Experience

Sifnos

Such a fun experience. Ronja is fantastic and we loved learning and cooking with her

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Food & Culture in Sifnos

Sifnos

This was our favorite tour. Ronja was amazing. So knowable and interesting. One of a kind for sure- don't miss this tour

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Horseback Riding through Mountains

Sifnos

Great adventure on horse back in parklike setting

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Our 25th anniversary trip to Greece was magical! Siena was amazing from start to finish. We worked together on building the best fit trip for my family of 4 and we were very happy with all the support we received even during our trip! This is our second trip with Kim Kim (last trip was Italy), can't wait to start planning the next one!

We loved every single moment in Greece and hope to return to visit more islands.
We loved all of our transfer drivers, especially Tony! He was hands down our favorite driver!!! Michael, who lead our biblical tour, In the Footsteps of St. Paul was fabulous as well.
Overall, the private boat trips were our favorite days, although the weather for our Mama Mia Tour kept us from seeing some of our destinations like the chapel.
Thank you Effie and all the people at Kimkim for a trip we will never forget!

Our guides, Elena and Jenny, were absolutely wonderful and our experience with Kim Kim was perfect. We highly recommend and will definitely use them again!!

This was our fourth trip planned through Kimkim and our friends’ first experience with the service. Unfortunately, based on this trip alone, our friends would not use Kimkim again, and we are now hesitant to use the service for future travel as well.

The attention to detail from our local specialist was lacking compared with our previous experiences. After receiving our final itinerary, we identified several discrepancies that we had to proactively point out and have corrected. Once in Greece, we also experienced transportation issues and found ourselves having to track down information and details rather than being proactively notified or assisted by the local agency.

While we ultimately enjoyed our trip and had many wonderful experiences, there are several things we would have done differently had we been given more thorough information and guidance during the planning process. One of the primary reasons we have used Kimkim in the past is for the expertise, attention to detail, and local insight that come with using a travel specialist. Unfortunately, we did not feel we received that same level of service on this trip.

Hotel Reviews

Seasabelle Hotel

Spata-Artemida

Basic human star hotel. Clean and comfortable for a nights stay.

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Kasimatis by La Perla

Santorini

Quiet area of the island. Superb staff. Beautiful views, pools and rooms.

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Melidron Hotel & Suites

Naxos

Very basic. Hard uncomfortable beds

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Basic

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Near a beach

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Beds very uncomfortable

The George Hotel

Mykonos

Beautiful views. Comfortable rooms. Great pool. Access to sister property with beach front.

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Plaka Hotel

Athens

Great location. Very walkable. Comfortable room. A lot of street noise heard in the rooms.

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Activity Reviews

Old Town Food Walk

Naxos

Sampling of many different local items and tour of Naxos. Sit down meal was a bit crowded but food was good.

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Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise

Santorini

A little chaotic when checking in for the cruise as several boats go out at once. Plus you have to wait in the hot sun. But once on the boat everything was great. Staff was friendly, view and sail were lovely. Sunset spectacular. Food was good.

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Naxian Family Farm Experience & Wood-Fire Cooking Lesson

Naxos

This was probably one of the best experiences we had. Small farm operation up in the mountains. Friendly staff and fun experience with great food.

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Family-Run Vineyard & Olive Grove Visit with Private Transfers

Mykonos

Small family run operation. Quick tour of the grounds and then a tasting. It is a farm to table lunch on a beautiful grove/vineyard. .

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My husband and I went on my honeymoon which was planned by Gustavo and everything went perfectly! Our transportation was always right on time and always in communication with us. They were all super helpful and friendly. Check in at each hotel went seamlessly and even had champagne and snacks when we arrived. Each excursion/activity that was planned also was easy to get to and the guides were wonderful. Would definitely recommend Kimkim to anyone looking to go away and we will definitely use again in the future!

Hotel Reviews

Blue Waves Suites

Paros

AMAZING place. This hotel was the best. When we arrived the staff was so helpful, showed us around and gave us info on the area. We had a decent sized kitchen with everything you would need. The bathroom had anything you could have possibly needed as well as a washing machine. The bedroom had more than enough space and the deck attached was looking right over the water. Breakfast served every morning was also so so good! The best part of the hotel is the staff. They went above and beyond with everything.

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I liked the location because it was quiet and calm so if you are looking for more nightlife you would need to go elsewhere but the restaurant right next to it, Kima- we went to everyday- it was SO good. We were able to walk down to other beaches and the walk was easy and very pretty. We were able to take the bus easily across the island and also had a car but did not use it much!

Staff

The best staff we have ever experienced at a hotel. Helped us set up car rental, gave recommendations on every stop to make while we explored, from beaches, to restaurants, to shops- we did everything and every recommendation was worth it.

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Super clean and bed very comfortable!

Kasimatis by La Perla

Santorini

This hotel was wonderful. Incredible views and loved the private hot tub. Breakfast was delivered to the patio each morning and was always delicious.

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Hotel was in a great place to be able to walk one way to Oia and the other through so many shops and restaurants.

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Niche Hotel

Athens

Hotel was in a very walkable area. Very clean room. Great views and breakfast was GREAT!

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Activity Reviews

Private Evening Neighborhood Walk

Athens

Our guide was super friendly, knowledgeable and fun. We had a blast and learned a lot!

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7 Course Cycladic Dining & Wine Pairing Experience

Paros

The staff and food were both incredible!!

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Our trip was perfectly planned. We had the perfect amount of time at each location and my family and I enjoyed all the activities planned. We were informed of weather-related changes in a timely manner and the alternatives for other activities were just as good. I would highly recommend Angeliki and would love to come back to Greece again to visit different islands!

Hotel Reviews

Iris Boutique Hotel Paros

Naousa

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the only downside is that we had to sleep with the bedroom door open for the AC to reach the other room where the kids slept

Castle Mansions

Naxos

Very clean apartment in the middle of town.

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fresh fruit provided, which was a nice touch

Location

we could walk everywhere

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the apartment was spotless and cleaned daily

Sweet Home Hotel

Athens

Great location, friendly staff.

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Activity Reviews

Sunset Private Cruise to Southwest Coast of Naxos (Rina’s Cave & Mikri Vigla)

Naxos

Beautiful evening! George was wonderful.

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Bike tour: Arches – Acropolis – Kolymbithres

Paros

A nice afternoon seeing the island from a different view. I just wish it was longer!

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Private Rib Boat Cruise: The “ULTIMATE” Trilogy Sifnos-Kimolos-Polyaigos

Greece

We had to switch our trip to a slightly different one due to winds, but the replacement was just amazing. A great day of swimming, cliff jumping, and enjoying the beautiful area. Our two captains were just wonderful.

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Naxos Villages Food Tour

Naxos

A wonderful afternoon visiting the villages.

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The Delicious Athens Food Tour afternoon

Greece

We had SO much food. We walked around the main areas of Athens and learned history as well as tasting food. A great way to start the trip.

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Our Kim Kim agent took the time to really understand what kind of vacation we were looking for. The hotels that were booked for us were absolutely amazing! The staff at each one of them were just as amazing and so welcoming. We never had to worry about a language barrier. Everyone spoke English so we were able to communicate beautifully. Our tour guide in Athens was so knowledgeable, we had such an amazing tour to the Parthenon. It is probably the most memorable part of my vacation.

Hotel Reviews

Plaka Hotel

Athens

This hotel is very quaint and charming. The rooms are cleanly and well kept. But the best part of the hotel is the rooftop bar and restaurant! There's no better view in all of Athens of the Parthenon.

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Agali Houses

Firostefani 00

Beautiful hotel in a beautiful setting on the cliffs in Santorini. The rooms are modern very comfortable beds and a beautiful bathroom and shower. The outside was traditional picturesque Greek. They have a lovely pool and lounging chairs. We took advantage of the pool and patio everyday. They also have a bar and snack food which we used daily. The sunsets from our patio were truly amazing.

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Iris Boutique Hotel Paros

Naousa

This hotel is beautifully kept and centrally located near shops and dining areas, with just a 10-minute walk. The staff had many suggestions for us that were spot on. They were all so friendly and accommodating we hated to leave! The hotel was very clean and the morning breakfast had so many choices of delicious foods.

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So charming and picturesque inside and out. Just what you imagined it would look like.

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The staff gave suggestions on shopping and dining, they were so helpful. They always had smiles on their faces and were very welcoming.

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The beds were very comfortable and the room was spotless.

Activity Reviews

Self-Guided Chasing the Santorini Sunset

Santorini

The most beautiful sunsets you'll ever see!

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Self-Guided Neighborhoods Walk

Athens

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Self-Guided Parikia & Naousa Markets Visit

Paros

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Acropolis Beat-the-Crowds Discovery Walk

Athens

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Self-Guided Day Trip to Antiparos

Greece

I had not been able to have any beach time so we decided to go to the beach resort area. It was amazing! The cost of a beach chair right at the edge of the sea is minimal and the staff was very friendly with great service. The Agean Sea was absolutely beautiful.

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Self-Guided Museum Visits in Athens

Athens

We were unsure of what museum we wanted to go to. A cab driver suggested the archaeological museum, and it is a doozy. We really enjoyed our visit here. It was truly a Greek experience.

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