Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

Short review: KimKim and our specialist Harris are the best!! I was referred to KimKim by a friend, and now I will refer KimKim to everyone I know.
Longer review: 18-day trip through 4 cities in Italy and 2 in Greece went so smoothly that it helped us all to relax and actually enjoy our vacation! Harris had fine-tuned our hotel rooms (2 in each city, as we were traveling with our 2 teenagers) and the hotels were all great. One big curveball that Harris and his team took in stride was that a few weeks before departure, I ruptured my Achilles tendon... meaning I was going to have to use a knee-scooter the entire trip. When I informed Harris, he quickly reconfigured some of our 'small group' tours into 'private' tours so we could move at our own (slower!) pace. The guides that he connected us with were all so great, so knowledgeable, and so passionate about their cities that I can't imagine just walking by all the architectural and cultural places that we saw without the guide's knowledge and stories... my whole family learned so much!
All the transfers and logistics went very smoothly... it was comforting knowing that we had transport waiting at train stations or airports, especially when seeing other passengers coming off our same flights and having to wait or even fight for random cabs. Our drivers were great stewards of their cities, some sharing with us the history of the view we were experiencing on the way from the airports to our hotels! So great to know that everyone truly cared that we were having a great trip.
Conclusion: I typically am the 'planner' of all our family trips, and it was a bit of a stretch to turn those duties over to a travel company like KimKim, but... I am so glad I did! Worth every penny. Harris did a tremendous job throughout, great communication with me as to how I wanted our trip to look (more history and beachy, less foodie, etc) and he configured great tours and put us right in the middle of the action with his hotel recommendations. It seems trivial to say, but the logistics (drivers, pick-up and drop-off times, and the amazing quality of the vehicles themselves) are sometimes the things that derail trips... but we didn't even have to think about that because, after the first pick-up from the airport, I knew Harris had set us up with first-class people on his team for the entire trip.
The app/website provided by KimKim was super helpful. All of my family had it on their phones, so if they had a question about "What are we doing today?" it was all right in the app! So helpful to be able to relax and just let the schedule happen, rather than trying to scramble every day to try and book tours, wait in lines, or miss out on things.
During the trip, the KimKim team had a direct WhatsApp chat with me, checking in on me every day or so. It helped to know that if I did have any questions, delays, or issues somebody was readily available to help out. We used it a few times to notify drivers that our plane was late, and once to find our guide who was meeting us at the (very crowded!) Colleseum. It was great to use the WhatsApp chat with the KimKim team to coordinate, rather than somehow having to keep track of every guide and driver's number for the entire trip. Very smooth.
Conclusion: Just do it. Use KimKim to plan your vacation so you can actually enjoy your vacation!! 5-stars!

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Olimpia

Venice

This hotel was great with a lovely breakfast area out back. It was very nice and made for a comfortable stay.

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Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo

Rome

The hotel was generally good, but there was a slight hiccup with the front desk staff. Being on a knee scooter due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, I had some specific needs, which weren't always handled in the most accommodating way.

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Makris Beach Hotel

Kamari

This hotel was amazing. They even went out of their way to juggle rooms around to accommodate me on the first floor due to my mobility issues. It made my stay really comfortable and enjoyable.

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Activity Reviews

Private Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour

Rome

This tour was great. Being able to go at our own pace due to my mobility issues was a big plus. The tour guides were very understanding and accommodating.

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Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour

Florence

This tour was good. Florence is a pretty flat city, so it was manageable even on my knee scooter. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly.

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Private Acropolis Guided Tour

Athens

The guide was super into it and explained a ton of stuff about the Acropolis. He even positioned us right in front of the Acropolis for a great view.

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Great experience! Planning the trip to Greece was a breeze. Had some back and forth online tweaking the details of the itinerary with our agent Rebecca Skevaki but once the trip was locked in we were essentially on autopilot. She contacted us as on WhatsApp when we landed, our airport transfer went over without a hitch, she sent a representative to greet us at the hotel with a welcome gift. All the guides and drivers were wonderful and helpful. Rebecca was available for questions or concerns throughout the trip but everything went according to the itinerary without issue. She even alerted us of flight delays and automatically checked us in on our local flights and emailed boarding passes. Would definitely use kimkim again!

Hara planned the most amazing Greek honeymoon for us. It was the perfect mix of amazing scheduled tours, cruises, and events, as well as free days and afternoons to explore on our own. Transportation at every stop went off without a hitch and all of the people we interacted with were phenomenal. We will 100% be utilizing kimkim again and if we ever go back to Greece, Hara will be our first call. We cannot recommend them enough

Hotel Reviews

Harmony Hotel Mykonos

Mýkonos City

My wife and I spent 8 days in 3 different Greek locations, and this hotel was far and away the best. The staff was incredible, location was superb, and the food and drinks were great as well. We will definitely be staying if we ever visit Mykonos again (Shout out to the pool bar for being one of the best hangouts on the island)

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Location

Close to transportation and things to do

Staff

Everyone was welcoming, Nick the pool bartender was one of the closest friends we made on the trip

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Athenian Callirhoe Hotel

Athens

Well located, great staff, phenomenal breakfast, and unbeatable view from the rooftop bar

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Kasimatis by La Perla

Santorini

Amazing views, great breakfast, good location

Authenticity & Character

Location

Decent, wouldve been nice to be closer to Fira or Oia, but all was walkable

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Unique rooms, great bed (round!) best airflow of any Greek hotel

Activity Reviews

Panoramic Sightseeing of Athens

Athens

Amazing sights, great tour guide, very unique

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Sailing Yacht Cruise to Rhenia Island & Delos

Mykonos

Amazing sights, phenomenal tour guide -best of the trip- and great sailing staff. Some choppy waters but made the ride all the more fun. Would definitely recommend

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Transport

Van wasnt the most comfortable, a few minutes late, but otherwise good

Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Santorini

Unbelievable sights, fantastic staff, great swimming, awesome food, and second to none view of the sunset

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Long bus ride, not super comfortable, but worth it

From our first communication to the flight home, and every step in between, our 10-day trip to Greece was perfectly planned. Amalia was fantastic to work with every step of the way. She made outstanding recommendations to create a nice itinerary filled with fun and interesting activities. The apartments and lodging she chose for our family of five were unique and fit our needs beautifully. This was an unforgettable trip we will treasure forever. Thank you!

Activity Reviews

Santorini Cooking Class

Santorini

Our cooking class was a true highlight of our trip. It was fun, interesting and a great way to explore the Greek culture and cuisine.

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Welcome to the island of Naxos

Naxos

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Day cruise to Delos & Mykonos

Naxos

Delos was an interesting and educational experience. Paired with a few hours in Mykonos the day was filled with diverse activities. It was a true highlight of our trip.

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Athens Food Walking Tour

Athens

We love food walking tours because the guides take you to off the beaten path locations and share lots of interesting history. It's a fun way to explore the culture and try new things.

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Thanks Dimos ! We had a great time in Greece
The Acropolis walking tour was very informative and our guide was great - Thanks for the restaurant recommendations we loved Barolo!! Wine tour was nice and the small private sail with lunch was our favorite thing !! Thank you for arranging everything for us- you made our adventure seamless !!

Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Grand Athens

Athens

Nice hotel! staff and great service! Clean and all amenities - It’s easy to get to and easy walk to city center- only down side is a few sketchy streets to walk by

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La Mer Deluxe Hotel

Kamari

This hotel is a 3.5 - except the outside pools- bar and grounds are a 5! Great service from bar tender pools clean and beautiful !!

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Activity Reviews

Sunset & Wine Tasting Experience

Santorini

We loved the experience of tasting the different wines between 2 wineries - guide loved the products and conveyed the backgrounds of each winery and vintage well - best part was watching the sunset in the rooftop bar area sipping wine and snacks!! A perfect way to end your day

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Catamaran Cruise and BBQ on Board

Santorini

Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk

Athens

The great part of this experience was our guide very informative and genuinely committed to current as well as past history of greece also ideal small group

Cruise Experience Athenian Riviera!

Athens

we loved this best activity it was private food delish! swimming at leisure in the Agean just relaxing and way to connect with Greece

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

My husband and I took a trip to Greece, and though our coordinator was given a limited amount of time to plan the trip, Thanos did an incredible job! Not only was he knowledgeable and accommodating, he created a trip that was exceptionally well balanced between our interests.

Thanos met us when we arrived in Athens, taking us to a small local café in Plaka where we were able to watch the sunset over the temple of Hephaestus. We were able to discuss the finer points of our trip over coffee and he was able to give us good guidance on each of the steps in our journey. He even walked us to the Thesi on theater that evening.

We spent time in Athens, Paris, Naxos, and Santorini. Each of the guides that he had chosen for individual experiences were passionate about sharing the history, culture, or food of the region. We had an excellent time on each of the excursions

Adventures included;
- An evening at Thission Cinema, open since 1933, an outdoor theater with a beautiful view of the acropolis in the background
– acropolis and food tour in Athens. Our guide Rhea, was kind, and passionate about the history of Athens and the Acropolis.
- several self-guided days, where we took tours out to Delphi , or sought out our own adventures with guidance from Thanos
– Scuba diving in Paros, with ample time to explore beaches, small towns, historical sites,
- Catamaran tour and water sports
- Santorini: exploring local festivals, the prehistoric archeological site at Akrotiri, winery tour, and hiking the Caldera

We couldn’t have imagined a better adventure. Thanos was sure to check in on us at each stop, and had organized beautiful accommodations and low stress transitions from each location to the next. we were truly thankful for the balance between time to relax, and a wide variety of new experiences.

Activity Review

Scuba diving in Paros

Paros

X-ta-sea diving was absolutely amazing to dive with. Everyone in the group was professional and helpful when we had our dives. Vagilis and Yani did an excellent job keeping us comfortable and ensuring we were safe while having a fantastic experience. Additionally Arete helped Laila navigate her first time in the water and ensured she felt comfortable navigating her diving equipment and taking her first few breaths. Laila loved the dive, and is very interested in certifying now because of our experience!

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From beginning to end our trip to Greece was perfect. Tasos, KimKim, Travel 12, were all so helpful.

Tasos, from day one was extremely easy to work with and responsive . The itinerary he created for a family of five (2 adults, 18, 14 and 7 year old) was PERFECT!!! Hotels, restaurants, excursions, all the people we interacted with.

Athens, hustle, bustle and history.
Naxos, relaxing, beautiful beaches and memorable cooking class.
Santorini, views, water, boat, volcano and sunsets.

We could not ask for anything more.
We can’t wait to go back.

Thank you Tasos and KimKim!

Hotel Reviews

NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Great location, near everything; sites and restaurants, subway. Rooftop bar was fantastic. Service and rooms great. Wonderful breakfast.

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Near everything.

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Galaxy Hotel Naxos

Naxos

Hotel staff was perfect. Friendly, helpful and extremely caring. Enjoyed the views from our deck. Breakfast had tons to offer. Pool was relaxing. The hotel was so pretty and peaceful and a 30 second walk to the beach. Couldn’t ask for anything more. The 5 of us would go back (2 adults, 3 kids)

Authenticity & Character

Pretty grounds and. Holdings.

Location

Right near the beach and restaurants.

Staff

Extremely helpful front desk and bartenders at the pool.

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Afroditi Venus Beach Hotel & Spa Santorini

Santorini

Great location!

Authenticity & Character

Lobby should be updated.

Location

Staff

Front desk could be more welcoming. Staff could improve their attire, matching outfits.

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Activity Reviews

Acropolis Afternoon Tour

Athens

Our tour guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. If we didn’t have her we would be lost. The pace and information was spot on.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guide was perfect!

Explore the Smart Home of Ancient Greeks

Athens

Fantastic museum. The 5 of us loved the experience and private tour (2 adults, 3kids).

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Local Dinner in Naxos

Naxos

Delicious dinner and experience. Location was perfect.

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Food

Chef is a genius.

Cooking Class in Naxos Villages

Naxos

This was the highlight of our family trip. You could not ask for anything more from the mom and daughter team. The were so welcoming into their beautiful home. A traditional home in a quaint village. The class was so enjoyable, fun, memorable, perfect! While the food was cooking we were able to walk around the village and enjoy the views and olive oil tasting. What we cooked was soooooo good. When we go back to Naxos we will go again!

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Caldera Cruise & Volcano Visit

Santorini

Great fun. The boat, the hike up the volcano, the views, swimming in the beautiful sea to cool off. The amazing dinner and drinks, all capped off with an amazing sunset!

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Sites, boat, staff

Food

Delicious!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All so friendly!

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Private Oia Walking Tour

Santorini

This is the only way to see Oia and you must do it with Vasila. He was so knowledgeable and knew exactly where to bring us. The quiet alleys to the best spots for views and pictures. He shared so much about history of Greece and Santorini. It was a perfect experience!

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Just returned from an amazing trip to Greece, organized through Kimkim with assistance from Eleni and Afroditi. The team put together a wonderful itinerary customized to our interests. Everything on our itinerary was wonderful, and all of the logistics were smooth, making the trip so much easier and less stressful than if we arranged everything ourselves. The accomodations were beautiful, too..., like the hotel in Santorini with the infiniti pool looking out into the Aegean, or the boutique hotel in Chania in a historical old buiding... every accommodation was exceptional.

In particular, the service from Afroditi was beyond amazing. We ended up experiencing some bad luck on our trip, with a heat wave so intense that major tourist attractions were closed mid-day due to safety concerns, along with our daughter getting sick. Afroditi was so responsive in real time providing us with alternatives (like extra beach days to get out of the heat). Additionally, at one point we boarded the WRONG FERRY which took us to the wrong island. This was completely our fault by the way, the logistics and instructions from the team at Kimkim were spot on... While we were stuck on the wrong ferry, Afroditi made alternate arrangements so we had transportation and accommodations when we arrived, along with transportation back to the correct island so we could resume our itinerary. Since we had no wifi on the ferry, I don't know what we would have done without Afroditi's help in that situation. It was so incredibly reassuring to know that when something went wrong, that we had an expert and an advocate there ready to help us out!

I absolutely would not hesitate to use Kimkim again for any and all future trips. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Hotel Reviews

Domus Renier Boutique Hotel

Chania, Crete

I cannot say enough great things about this hotel. Beautiful rooms, amazing location, incredible breakfasts, and wonderful service!!

Holiday Inn Athens - Airport

Athens

NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Cresanto Luxury Suites

Santorini

Quiet location on the "other" side of the island, with lovely views of the ocean, a great pool area, and amazing breakfasts, but just a 5 minute walk to jaw dropping views. Great service too!

Metropole Urban Hotel Heraklion

Iraklio

Activity Reviews

Acropolis, Private Guided Tour

Athens

Wonderful tour guide that helped us navigate the crowds, and provided a much more meaningful experience with so much history!

Sunset Hiking at the Edge of Caldera

Santorini

Beautiful views along a 7 mile hike.

⛵ Sunset Sailing Tour & BBQ on a luxury catamaran

Santorini

One of the highlights of our trip!

Knossos Palace, Private Guided Tour

Heraklion

Fascinating history, wonderful tour guide!!

Our trip to Athens, Naxos, and Santorini was incredible! Angela and her team were prompt and any hiccup was handled immediately. Angela was available any time day or night for questions. The hotels are tours she picked were perfect for our family and the schedule was adventurous and so fun!

Hotel Reviews

V36 Suites Athens

Athens

Fantastic location, good service. A bit small and the bathroom was tiny. Nice large patio.

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Location

Location was perfect - lots of good restaurants close by.

Staff

Prompt and responsive.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room was clean!

Castle Mansions

Naxos

Incredible location and adorable apartment. Separate rooms for families. Great service and just perfect!

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Horizon Aeifos Suites Oia

Santorini

Absolutely amazing location and views but the cave room was dark and hot. Also the stairs are…pretty deadly. Not good for anyone old or even slightly disabled or injured.

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Activity Reviews

Young Heroes: a Family Mythology Tour

Athens

My teen boys who usually loathe tours LOVED this one. It was informative and fun and super interesting!

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Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina with round transfers

Greece

It was fun and a nice way to See more of Greece.

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HS Catamaran Sunset Cruise MD

Santorini

Super cool experience with awesome staff!

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Cooking, Hiking, Snorkeling in Santorini! 2023

Santorini

So cool to Learn about Santorini and then cook local food with an actual Greek grandma!

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We were grateful to work with Ioannis. He made the planning phase much easier.

We loved all our guides that were hired and we learned so much from them about real Greek culture and that made it much more gratifying. We did try changing a duplicate Walking Food Tour, and wish that we knew it was going to be the same thing twice (different times of day so we thought it would be different food), but it was the exact same restaurants...and no one caught it. That was a waste of money...but the Street Art tour was a highlight. Having shuttles from the airport/ferry to our hotel was very convenient, however, one was less than a 10th of a mile and we could have walked. Knowing this ahead might have saved us that expense as well.

We enjoyed all of our hotels and were grateful to be moved closer to what we wanted to see as suggested by Ioannis.

Unfortunately we lost a day in Santorini due to a mistake on the itinerary. We were sad to lose that extra day there...and were left paying for all of our shuttles from that point forward. Kimkim did pick up the extra night in an airbnb which was lovely....but we had no access to food. Never the less, I would use Kimkim again.

Thank you for making our trip a memorable one.

Hotel Reviews

Makris Beach Hotel

Kamari

Absolutely LOVED this hotel! Peaceful, close to the black sand beaches. Great breakfast. Highly recommend!:)

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Location

10 steps from the water!

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Xenia Hotel

Cyclades

Lovely room...but VERY noisy! The bars across the walk were loud and open very late. We would choose something off the beaten path next time....

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Location

It is right in the center of the port town, but with that comes noise.

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NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Our first hotel in Greece. We were moved here to be closer to the Acropolis and I was glad for that convenience, but we lost our breakfast included perk. The area was sketchy...much like downtown San Fransisco...lots of homeless. Bars around are loud and business are hopping early so that made it hard to sleep. But thats downtown living. All that said...the room was nice and fit us all comfortably. We loved the roof top bar with a view of the Acropolis.

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Activity Reviews

Private Acropolis & Highlights Walk with Food Tastings

Athens

This activity ended up being separated and we were glad. It was much better that way. Athens was HOT and going early to the Acropolis was key. Our guide was amazing. Again, the Food Tour was a great way to get a feel for Athens life and culture. Highly recommend.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Knowledgable

Sunset Cape Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Experience

Athens

We enjoyed the sunset at Sounio. The van was quite hot but the information was good, we learned a lot.

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Street Art & Food Walk

Athens

The Street Art was amazing! The street food tour was repetitive. I am sorry this wasn't caught before the trip. We weren't able to change it without losing our money.

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Day Trip to Small Cyclades

Naxos

A highlight for sure!

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Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise

Santorini

This was our favorite experience!

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Santorini Shore Excursion

Santorini

We somehow ended up on the cruise shoreline excursion. Having to wait for the folks from the ship slowed us down...however, terrific tour once we got going. Great company...knowledgable guides. Wine tasting was amazing!

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Peter and I had a wonderful journey through the ancient sites of Greece for a fortnight in June 2023. Having flown direct from Australia to Athens we spent three nights on the beautiful island of Naxos to recover from jet lag before the tour began and this was a great idea. We were very well looked after by Kimkim from the welcome pick up at the airport and transfer to the comfortable and well-located Belle Epoque Suites. Our driver was at the hotel promptly to meet us and take us to our first destination, the Corinth canal. At the end of the tour we were sorry to say goodbye to Babis who was a terrific guide as well as driver. It was luxurious to have a private car and guide/driver for just the two of us but we felt it was value for money as we learnt so much and his inside knowledge of each site saved us a lot of time and effort.

Rebecca provided us with lots of pre-tour knowledge and responded immediately to any correspondence from us. She was willing to offer any modifications we wanted. The hotels she recommended were all excellent.

In short, I would highly recommend Kimkim if you are considering a tour of Greece. It offers flexibility and value for money.

Our local specialists on this trip to Greece we absolutely invaluable. We were so impressed with every service and the level of detail, availability, and promptness. We would definitely recommend KimKim/Be a Greek to anyone traveling to Greece. We met with Effie at the airport upon landing in Athens and she gave us such a warm welcome after a long travel day. Getting to speak about with her and ask her all of our questions was very reassuring and she was generally such a delightful person to get to meet. Thank you Effie! And thank you Konstantina for your help.

We really loved every hotel chosen as well as the activities planned, especially the sailing cruises. Having transportation available to every activity was also extremely helpful. We had a wonderful trip with no issues whatsoever. Thank you, team.

Hotel Reviews

Heliotopos Hotel

Santorini

This was a lovely stay and a great location. We loved being away from the more tourist areas of Oia and Fira town. The employees were lovely and helpful and the breakfasts on our porch were incomparable. I would recommend this hotel to any of my friends going to Santorini.

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The George Hotel

Mykonos

Athens Flair

Athens

The room we stayed in for one night was sufficient and the decor/location beautiful, but I think it would have been trickier for a longer stay. The shower was not separate from the main room so I would not recommend for people who are not a couple. The staff were helpful and kind, but the ambiance was a bit strange, it felt like we were the only ones staying there and the clientele were a bit cold. The breakfast we had on the terrace was lovely!

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Activity Reviews

Santorini Caldera Small-group Sunset Cruise with BBQ on board and Open Bar

Santorini

This was by far our favorite day. The small boat was absolutely perfect, the sunset and ocean was beautiful, and the people were amazing. Also, the food cooked on the boat was some of the best we had the entire trip!!

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Free Day in Santorini

Santorini

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Private Santorini Cultural Highlights Guided Tour with Wine Tasting

Santorini

Concierge-Class Small-group Sailing Cruise to Delos & Rhenia islands

Mykonos

This was also a highlight of our trip. The archeological site on Delos was incredible and our stop at Rhenia was made very special by our new friends aboard the boat, and the staff of the boat. They went above and beyond when they found out it was my birthday, and we had so much fun.

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The Acropolis & Athens Old City Private Guided Tour

Athens

Obviously this experience was not the best, as the Acropolis was closed the day we went due to heat. This is not anyone's fault but definitely was not what we were hoping for. We so appreciate our guide's efforts to get as much out of the tour anyway.

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We loved our trip and it was a once in a lifetime experience! However, I wish that communication would have been better before booking. We had to rush and choose new hotels after we paid our deposit because the ones we thought we were getting got booked. That was a damper on our experience.

The secondary hotels did not meet our expectations 100%. The hotel in Athens was amazing and all of the hotels had great customer service.

We enjoyed our excursions but some of the ground transportation was not properly setup.

Hotel Reviews

xenodocheio Milos 5*

Athens

Great hotel with wonderful customer service. I would stay here again.

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Location

Very walkable area.

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Adonis Hotel

Mykonos

Excellent service and great location. The bathroom needs some renovations as it was very dated.

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Impressiveone

Nice rooms, restaurant, and customer service. Poor location. It's on a busy road with no sidewalks. You should rent transportation if you stay here.

Authenticity & Character

Location

If your room is near the street you will hear cars all night. You will also hear this if you're lounging by the pool.

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Activity Reviews

Cruise to Mykonos South Beaches (5 hours)

Mykonos

This was such a relaxing excursion. We truly enjoyed it. The staff on the boat were wonderful and the lunch the chef cooked was excellent.

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our ground transportation was not setup beforehand by Dimitris. We were told to walk 30 minutes to get there. He did setup the vehicle after we brought it up the day before.

Santorini cooking classes Miss Anna

Santorini

This is a must do. Miss Anna was amazing and she made us feel right at home. I would do her class again if I went back.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Again no transportation was setup by Dimitris we had to get there on our own.

The Paliomylos Hotel was amazing the short walk to the beach was perfect and having a pool was so close was perfect. The staff there was so helpful and the breakfast was super good. They also recommended this place called archipelago for food which was incredibly fresh seafood.

The Manos hotel had a great view but the AC was tough and there were some cockroaches that kept coming into the room.

Hotel Reviews

Paliomylos Spa Hotel

Naoussa

Best hotel on the island, the staff, the food, the view, and the rooms were fantastic.

Authenticity & Character

people were so genuine and helpful

Location

Super close to the beach and downtown

Staff

The people at the front desk were so kind and all the ladies in the kitchen at breakfast made everything amazing.

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NLH Monastiraki

Athens

Authenticity & Character

Location

nice downtown and easy access to locations

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Manos Small World Santorini

Santorini island

Great view, room was hot and we had some issues with cockroaches.

Authenticity & Character

Location

great view but a 10 min walk into thira while it was hot was tough

Staff

The guy working to bring bags and breakfast was hilarious

Cleanliness & Comfort

There was an issue with cockroaches

Mosaikon

Athina

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All Time Classic Santorini

Santorini

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Afroditi and her team made our first trip to Greece a trip of a lifetime! She was accommodating, thoughtful and detailed. We wanted a trip that would keep our 2 boys, ages 8 and 11 engaged while bringing their passion of Greek Mythology to life. She curated the perfect itinerary across Athens (Acropolis/Delphi), Santorini (Lost Atlantis, Akrotiri) and Crete for us. We got the perfect balance of rest and relaxation with adventure. Despite the really hot days, the hospitality of everyone we came into contact with, our tour guides Anastasia, Penny and Sara, we fell in love with this vibrant and spirited country! We will be back for the Cyclades and much more time on Crete!

Hotel Reviews

Royalty Hotel Athens

Monastiraki, Athens

The hotel was right in the city center, rooms modern/clean and upscale. Loved the breakfast and views!

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Rhenia’s Suites Santorini

Santorini

We got the deluxe suite for our family of 4. It provided ample space right in the center of the caldera. Superb location, loved the concierge Sofia too. She was sweet, caring and attentive. Highly recommend!

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Epic views of the caldera !

Staff

Sofia is 10 stars!!!!!

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Activity Review

Day Trip to Delphi

Greece

If you or your kids have any interest in Greek Mythology or history, this is a must see. It is one of the top 3 historic sites in Greece and really gives you a perspective into the incredible ingenuity and skill 3,000 years ago. Delphi is truly a wonder of the world and the guides provide you with the historical and philosophical significance of this place.

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Penny was superb with our kids!

Transport

Where to begin?

When Laila and I decided to take a trip to Greece, we had no idea how exactly to plan our vacation. We were looking for a trip that balanced history and culture with fun ideas. Laila loved seeing the sites such as the Acropolis and Akrotiri. Additionally, I was looking for points of rest and relaxation on the beach, and having prior experience and love for scuba diving, I knew that was something I wanted in my vacation plan.

Thanos went out of his way to create a phenomenal plan and itinerary for us to achieve everything we had hoped for on this trip. Additionally, we had a wonderful time with our guides; everyone was absolutely delightful to us from Athens to Santorini. Would strongly recommend the Acropolis and Flavors of Athens if it is your first time visiting Athens. The scuba group in Paros, X-ta-sea diving, was very helpful in getting Laila comfortable with scuba gear and allowed her to enjoy the expedition. In Naxos, Maria Daphne was a wonderful and informative guide during the cultural tour and ensured we had a wonderful time.

Throughout our trip, Thanos reached out to ensure we reached our destinations and everything we needed. He was absolutely marvelous as a coordinator, and I would strongly recommend/encourage him to guide anyone trying to navigate a trip in Greece!!

This 14 days in Greece was a dream come true, thanks to Angela “Aggeliki” Giannioti, who created a WONDERFUL trip plan for us, and whom we could rely on throughout our Greek adventure. This adventure started with three days exploring the rich life of modern Athens, cradled among mythology and a wealth of antiquity. On our first full day in Athens our boutique hotel booked dinner for us at Oizontes at the top of Lycabettus – the highest point in Athens – presenting us with the most breath-taking panoramic view over all of Athens. Many things were wonderful about this trip, but of special note is, that as spectacularly beautiful as are the islands, cities, villages, landscapes and seascapes – as well as the many trip-plan activities such as boating excursions in Santarini and Paros and touring sites of historical interest (visiting the frescos and excavation of 1700 BC Minoan Akrotiri really stands out) – it was the great warmth and kindness of the Greek people with whom we interacted that truly was the buried treasure of this KimKim trip and the heart and soul of our Greek vacation. Greatly valued and appreciated were our always punctual guides and drivers, their genuine warmth and very useful tips. In Santorini, it was our upbeat guide ‘Leftherios who went above and beyond to show us villages that were off the planned track, but who nevertheless kept us on time as he added personal insights of interest to the tours. Without a tip from our driver in Noxos, we would have missed the unmissable – bouzouki music and dancing at Flamingo! Our guide to Greek cooking lessons on Noxos was informative and personable and an invaluable translator. And Petros, our 3-day guide through and from Nafplio, worked a miracle to get tickets to a production of Euripides’ Hippolytus, tirelessly aided me in my quest for jars of giant Greek capers and caper leaves, and made possible a side trip to ancient Corinth on our drive back to Athens. 5 stars to Angela and our trip plan, executed without a hitch. I’d certainly love to work with her on my next trip to see more of the Greek mainland and Crete!

This was our first trip to Greece and everything was amazing! We spent 3 nights in Athens (with a day trip to Delphi), 3 nights in Naxos (with a guided walking tour in the hills), and 3 nights in Santorini (with a catamaran cruise around the caldera). Harris put together the perfect itinerary for our trip, with a nice balance between private and group tours and self-guided tours.

In Athens we did the Mythology Tour and learned about the history and mythology associated with the Olympian Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Gate, and the historical sites at the Acropolis and the Agora. Our tour guide Vicky was excellent. She took very good care of us in the heat and was very knowledgeable, bringing the Greek myths to life at each historical site.

The day trip to Delphi was fantastic. Our driver Konstantinos was a great companion and provided many insights about the history of the oracle and the region. Georgia, our tour guide at Delphi, was also excellent. She took us on a private tour of the ruins at Delphi. We stopped for an olive oil tasting and lunch at a local olive orchard (Mer des Oliviers de Delphi). Vasilis was a most gracious host.

The hotel in Athens (Sweet Home) was very comfortable and conveniently located in the Plaka district, which was great for shopping and eating out. The staff at the hotel were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the Blue Star ferry ride from Athens to Naxos. It was nice to sit on the deck and take in the views of the Aegean Sea.

Our 3 days in Naxos were very relaxing and enjoyable. The Hotel Galaxy, where we stayed, was beautiful, located only a few minutes from the beach near Naxos Town. The beach was beautiful and it was fun to explore the narrow alleyways of the old town and to visit the castle at the center. The Temple of Apollo at sunset was just incredible! The real highlight in Naxos was the walk in the hills with our hiking guide Georgios. He was great fun to be with and we learned a lot from him about plants and trees, as well as the history and culture of Naxos.

Our final destination was Santorini (Thira). We stayed at Makris Beach Hotel in Kamari. Maria, who runs the hotel, was very friendly and helpful, and she made us laugh a lot! We went on a group tour of the island with Theo, another excellent guide. He took us to three different representative towns on the volcanic island: Oia, a cliff town; Megalohori, a “river” town; and Pirgos, a castle town. The tour ended with a wine tasting, which gave us the opportunity to sample some of Santorini’s finest wines. On our final day in Santorini we went on a catamaran cruise with Vista Cruises. We went snorkeling at different locations in the caldera. What an experience!

All in all, it was a fantastic trip. We were lucky not to have been affected by the fires and our hearts go out to those who were. We love Greece and hope to return again some day.

Hotel Reviews

Sweet Home Hotel

Athens

Sweet Home Boutique Hotel is conveniently located in the Plaka district of Athens, which is great for shopping and eating out. The hotel staff were kind and helpful and the rooms were very clean. We particularly enjoyed the breakfast buffet each morning. On our last morning when we had to check out early to catch the ferry, they packed a breakfast box for us to take away. Very nice!

Authenticity & Character

The elevator was convenient when we had a lot of bags, but we found the staircase a more elegant way of getting up and down.

Location

The hotel is within walking distance to the street markets and many great restaurants in the Plaka district.

Staff

The staff were very helpful in pointing us in the right direction.

Cleanliness & Comfort

We really liked the olive oil soap and shampoo. The morning breakfast buffet was also the best we had during our stay in Greece.

Galaxy Hotel Naxos

Naxos

Galaxy Hotel Naxos was a comfortable and convenient place to stay in Naxos. The rooms were spacious, the pool area was a great place to relax, and it was a short walk to Naxos beach. The staff were very kind and helpful. On checking in, we were given a map and a briefing on all the best things to see and do in Naxos town, including a few tips on some of the best places to eat.

Authenticity & Character

The layout of the hotel and the landscaping were very beautiful.

Location

You can hang out at the pool or take a short walk down the road to the beach for a dip in the sea. We did a bit of both. The 15-minute walk into town along the beaches was also very nice.

Staff

The staff were very kind and helpful. They gave us good recommendations on what to see and where to eat.

Cleanliness & Comfort

The rooms were clean and comfortable and the whole hotel was very well maintained.

Makris Beach Hotel

Kamari

Makris Beach Hotel was a comfortable and convenient place to stay in Santorini. Maria was a fantastic host. She was very helpful and had a great sense of humor! She encouraged us to visit some of the lesser known towns in Santorini like Megalohori and Pyrgos, and we’re glad we did.

Authenticity & Character

We stayed in a room that had a lot of character. The decor was very unique.

Location

The hotel is a short walk to the beachside restaurants in Kamari. If you eat at any of the restaurants, you can use their beach chairs and umbrellas for as long as you like. How nice! There are buses in Makris that go to Fira, and from Fira there are buses to Oia. We enjoyed using the buses to get around in our free time. It was only 1.6 euros per ride and it was a nice way to see the island.

Staff

Maria was wonderful. She made us laugh a lot!

Cleanliness & Comfort

The room was quite comfortable, but we had to be careful not to get the bathroom floor all wet when taking a shower due to its unique design (no shower curtains). Minor detail. Overall the room was great.

Activity Reviews

Private Delphi Day-trip

Athens

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Hiking Naxos Paths

Naxos

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Santorini Highlights with Wine

Greece

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Morning Catamaran Caldera Cruise

Santorini

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Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour

Athens

Vicky was a fantastic tour guide. She took good care of us in the heat and brought the historical sites to life through the myths and stories associated with each site. I highly recommend this tour!

Quality of Experience

Listening to the Greek myths and the history behind the different sites we visited at the Olympian Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Gate, the Acropolis and the Agora.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Vicky was very attentive to the needs of our group. It was a very hot day and some people in the group fell behind in the long line into the Acropolis. Vicky managed the situation very well and adjusted the tour slightly so that we could rest and get some water at the water fountain near the Parthenon before seeing the Old Temple of Athena. She was also very knowledgeable and the myths she told at each site kept us all engaged despite the heat of the day.

Transport

Our hotel was close enough to the Olympian Temple of Zeus where the tour began, so we did not need any transport. It was a walking tour and everything was accessible on foot.

Dimos did a great job helping us plan our trip to Greece! He connected us with great a tour guide for the Acropolis. The hotels in Athens and Corfu had easy access to the sights and public transportation, and were very clean. He was very helpful during the whole planning process! I highly recommend him and Kimkim!

Hotel Reviews

Ariti Grand Hotel Corfu

Corfu

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Pure by Athens Prime

Athens

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Activity Reviews

Acropolis Temples, Ruins & Museum Visit

Athens

We had a very knowledgeable guide during our visit to these sights. It was very helpful when touring these sights.

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Blue Lagoon Cruise & Syvota

Corfu

We enjoyed seeing Corfu from the water and visiting different areas nearby.

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Too crowded on the boat

What a trip!

We had an amazing vacation in Greece thanks to Chris. Super helpful throughout the process! This is my second time using KimKim for a trip and both times were incredible!