Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

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Amazing family vacation in Greece
Greece | Jun 24 - Jul 4, 2023

Bela
Bela G.
Marlborough, MA | Reviewed on Jul 24, 2023
Harris did an amazing job with our itinerary and steering us to activities we would enjoy. Everything was thought out and it was so nice to have the private transfers throughout our trip. We did not have to worry about anything. Each hotel was unique and really exceeded our expectations. We are a family of four and the rooms we had were spacious. Our favorite activity was the waterless farming/cooking tour in Santorini and the Catamaran trip. We also enjoyed our cooking experience in Naxos. ... Read more

Harris did an amazing job with our itinerary and steering us to activities we would enjoy. Everything was thought out and it was so nice to have the private transfers throughout our trip. We did not have to worry about anything. Each hotel was unique and really exceeded our expectations. We are a family of four and the rooms we had were spacious. Our favorite activity was the waterless farming/cooking tour in Santorini and the Catamaran trip. We also enjoyed our cooking experience in Naxos. It was also nice to be in touch with the local travel specialists in case we needed to make last minute changes.

Hotel Reviews
Ava Hotel & Suites
Athens

We had a two room suite that had a mini kitchen. Great for families. Great location.

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Cyano Suites
Naxos
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De Sol Hotel & Spa
Thera
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Vouliagmeni Suites Athens
Vouliagmeni
Authenticity & Character
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Activity Reviews
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Athens
Hike & Cook in Naxos Villages
Hike & Cook in Naxos Villages
Naxos

It was wonderful. I think it would have been better if we could have conversed more with the farmer and wife through the translator. Instead the translator would have conversations with the farmer and wife and not include us which was awkward at times but it was still fun

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Local Transfer in Santorini
Greece
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Santorini Sea Kayak tour
Santorini Sea Kayak tour
Santorini

This was our least favorite - as it did seem adventurous enough and we went to the same locations as the catamaran trip.

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Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini

We loved everything about this trip from our guided walk to the winery to cooking on the tomato farm and eating our food!

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Morning Catamaran Caldera Cruise
Morning Catamaran Caldera Cruise
Santorini

We thought this was perfect not too many people on the catamaran and just enough time to swim and snorkel I would skip the sulphur hot springs - too many people The service was great and lunch was delicious

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Local specialist: Harris Bitsounis
Harris
Harris Bitsounis
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Jul 26, 2023

Hello Bela,

I am really happy that you enjoyed your family trip to Greece! Thank you for your kind words and all the team is really happy that you left from our country with the best memories. Furthermore, I would like to thank you for your feedback as it is really helpful so we could get better and better day by day.

I wish you all the best!

Kind regards,
Harris

My trip to Greece went smooth and was magical!
Greece | Jul 11 - Jul 22, 2023

Andreina
Andreina V.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2023

My trip to Greece was amazing. Everything went very smooth. The guides where extremely knowledgeable, polite and friendly. I will definitely be using KimKim for my next trip.

Local specialist: Dimitris Zografos

Angela was absolutely AMAZING! She responded ...
Greece | Jun 28 - Jul 12, 2023

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natalie w.
Crozier, VA | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2023

Angela was absolutely AMAZING! She responded quickly when we had any questions and she was very attentive to our own personal needs/wants wile planning our trip. Definitely will have to work with her again for any future trips :)

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 23, 2023

Yeia sou, Natalie!

I am truly happy that I was able to help your grandma and you with your trip to Greece and I am super happy that you enjoyed your time here in Greece with us.

I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your trip to Greece. There are so many more awesome places I'd love to show you. 🙂

My very best,
Angela

Amazing Greece
Greece | Jul 4 - Jul 13, 2023

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Xiomara T.
Princeton, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2023
We recently had the pleasure of experiencing an extraordinary trip to Greece, all thanks to the exceptional trip planning service provided by KimKim Travel. From the moment we made the decision to explore the captivating Mediterranean destination, they took charge of every detail, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable adventure. The planning process was well thought out. Filippa was incredibly responsive and attentive, and tailored the itinerary to our preferences and interests. She... Read more

We recently had the pleasure of experiencing an extraordinary trip to Greece, all thanks to the exceptional trip planning service provided by KimKim Travel. From the moment we made the decision to explore the captivating Mediterranean destination, they took charge of every detail, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable adventure.

The planning process was well thought out. Filippa was incredibly responsive and attentive, and tailored the itinerary to our preferences and interests. She really listened to what we wanted and created a perfect balance of historical exploration, breathtaking landscapes, and a vast of authentic Greek culture.
Accommodations were a crucial aspect of the trip and the quality and selection were wonderful. The hotels were strategically located and had easy access to attractions. Most of our hotels offered a delicious breakfast, setting the tone for the day ahead.
Another aspect that stood out was the diversity of experiences arranged for us. We savored delectable local cuisine during our cooking class, sipped fine Greek wine at a local winery while watching the sunset and basked in the beauty of the caldera during a beautiful sunset cruise in Santorini.
Transportation was well-coordinated, and we never had to worry about missing a connection. From domestic flights to ferry rides between islands, everything ran smoothly, ensuring we made the most of our limited time.
Throughout the journey Angela, from the KimKim team, maintained constant communication, ensuring that we were satisfied with every aspect of the trip.
If you are considering a trip to Greece we recommend KimKim. Their expertise and professionalism make them a truly outstanding travel service.
Thank you, Filippa and Angela, for making our trip to Greece a wonderful adventure.

Hotel Reviews
Aeolos Resort Mykonos
Mykonos / Chora

This hotel was not only beautiful but also in the perfect spot in Mykonos. Our room was located in the Sunset part of the hotel overlooking the Aegean. The rooms had a perfect touch of Mediterranean decor. Every morning breakfast had a wonderful array of options to choose from and the staff was incredibly nice and attentive.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Location was perfect. You were near enough to the town to walk out for dinner or go shopping but far enough that it you could enjoy a peaceful day.
Staff
Staff was kind and very attentive
14 Reasons Why
Athens

This place was in a great location in the Plaka close to everything. The rooms were nice and the breakfast was amazing.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to everything
Staff
Very nice and helpful
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Activity Review
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Greece

We had the best seat in the restaurant to view the sunset, and the food was perfect. The cocktails were a wonderful - very tasty and looked lovely. The appetizers were wonderfully crafted. Every morsel was an explosion of flavors.

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Nasia Scouteri really was extremely attentive and made this experience wonderful.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 22, 2023

Yeia sou, Xiomara!

Thank you for sharing your feedback and experience with us.
My team and I are really happy that you had a wonderful time here in Greece.
I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your trip to Greece and show you some more amazing places of my country. 🙂
Thank you for trusting us with your trip to Greece.
My best regards,
Angela - the GA Trips team

Amazing trip to Greece!
Greece | Jul 1 - Jul 7, 2023

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Kenda N.
Centennial, CO | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
Our trip to Greece was amazing! Our first stop was Athens where we went on the mythology tour. Our guide, Fotini was lovely and the tour was very interesting. We were happy we did a half day because it was a very hot day. We also did the boat trip to Hydra. Hydra was beautiful and we had a wonderful time but would have enjoyed spending more time walking around as the time was very structured. We are a family of 8 which could have been to our detriment because everything takes longer when... Read more

Our trip to Greece was amazing! Our first stop was Athens where we went on the mythology tour. Our guide, Fotini was lovely and the tour was very interesting. We were happy we did a half day because it was a very hot day. We also did the boat trip to Hydra. Hydra was beautiful and we had a wonderful time but would have enjoyed spending more time walking around as the time was very structured. We are a family of 8 which could have been to our detriment because everything takes longer when you have that many people.
Our next stop was Santorini which was absolutely incredible! We stayed at Canaves Oia Epitome and it surpassed our expectations. We were set to have a boat trip on our last day but it was cancelled the day before due to weather and Angela was on top of it. She managed to get us a boat trip a few hours after we found out it was cancelled. The captain and his mate cooked an amazing dinner for our sunset cruise and even had a birthday cake for my husband! It was our favorite thing we did and we so appreciated Angela taking care of us! Angela also worked with my daughter to surprise my husband and me with a vow renewal for our anniversary. She went above and beyond!

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 24, 2023
Yeia sou, Kenda! You and your family are so amazing and sweet. The least I could do was to make sure you had the most amazing time here in Greece with us. When Haley reached out to me to arrange a surprise vow renewal I felt like family and wanted to make it perfect - like I would have done for my parents. Haley also sent over some pics of the ceremony and that was awesome! You are all so BEAUTIFUL!
I am super happy that the family had a nice time with us and that you took great and special...
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Yeia sou, Kenda!

You and your family are so amazing and sweet. The least I could do was to make sure you had the most amazing time here in Greece with us. When Haley reached out to me to arrange a surprise vow renewal I felt like family and wanted to make it perfect - like I would have done for my parents. Haley also sent over some pics of the ceremony and that was awesome! You are all so BEAUTIFUL!
I am super happy that the family had a nice time with us and that you took great and special memories back home with you.
I will be here and more than happy to assist you with your next trip to Greece. Haley and I have arranged a dinner to meet in person! :D
Until then you all take care.

My very best,
Angela - GA Trips team

Irene and the team from travel 12 were amazin...
Greece | Jul 8 - Jul 14, 2023

Maria
Maria W.
Shelby, MI | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
Irene and the team from travel 12 were amazing. Irene planned the most amazing family trip. Her knowledge of Greece in planning our trip is what made our trip so memorable. Her recommendations were top notch. We wouldn’t have been able to plan the trip we took on our own. I highly recommend kimkim to plan any vacation you are thinking about. 5stars, A+++++!!! Read more

Irene and the team from travel 12 were amazing. Irene planned the most amazing family trip. Her knowledge of Greece in planning our trip is what made our trip so memorable. Her recommendations were top notch. We wouldn’t have been able to plan the trip we took on our own. I highly recommend kimkim to plan any vacation you are thinking about. 5stars, A+++++!!!

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

Beautiful boutique hotel with friendly staff. Breakfast buffet was outstanding. Definitely not what you get at other hotels. Delicious greek specialties. I would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.

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Poseidon Hotel & Spa Paros
Paros Island

This hotel was beautiful and bery clean and private. The rooms are beautiful and relaxing. The staff was so accommodating and professional. I cant say enough great things about the staff and their constant attention to our needs!

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Over and above our expectations!!
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Activity Reviews
Family photo-shooting
Family photo-shooting
Athens

This was a great adventure with the photographers. They were very professional and made sure to get all the shots we wanted. Great family pictures that will forever remind us of our Greek holiday.

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Wine Tasting in the Heart of Athens
Wine Tasting in the Heart of Athens
Athens

OMG Eleni was so sweet, kind and knowledgeable. We had so much fun learning about and tasting wonderful Greek wine. We even came away with an autographed book by Eleni! Loved this adventure. Highly recommend.

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Antiparos Day-Trip
Antiparos Day-Trip
Paros

Again, this experience was much better than out expectations. I have been on other boat cruises in beautiful places. Compared to this cruise those were terrible this cruise was a small super friendly group of travelers. The staff was so nice and very attentive to all of our needs. The water was beautiful clear blue. We had a great time swimming and floating on the water. The kids had a great time jumping off of tall rocks. The meal and wine was gourmet quality and crazily prepared on the boat. WOW! Highly recommend!!!

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Private Farm Tour with Lunch
Private Farm Tour with Lunch
Paros

This was a wonderful private tour of this family run farm. Beautiful view of the harbor below. Enjoyed learning about farming techniques used on an island with minimal water/rain. The lunch on the terrace of this beautiful home on the hills. The authentic food was outstanding. Much do activity.

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Local Transfer in Paros
Paros
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Local specialist: Irene Lappa

We had such an amazing time, thanks to kimkim...
Greece | Jun 13 - Jun 23, 2023

Kate
Kate S.
Brushy Creek, TX | Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023

We had such an amazing time, thanks to kimkim! They handled the logistics beautifully, so we could truly enjoy our time in Greece. All of the hotels, transportation, and tours they recommended were great. We will definitely be using kimkim again for future travel!

Local specialist: Afroditi Kalogerakou
Afroditi
Afroditi Kalogerakou
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 24, 2023

Dear Kate & Kevin,

Thank you for your kind words and for sharing this detailed review of your trip!
I appreciate it! ❤
I am excited to hear that you enjoyed your 20th-anniversary trip!
Hope to welcome you again in Greece sometime in the future!

Warm regards from Athens,
Afroditi

OPA! Our trip of a lifetime
Greece | Jul 12 - Jul 19, 2023

Jill
Jill D.
Clive, IA | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Not even sure where to start. The entire Kimkim process was easy from start to finish. The tours set up for us in Greece were top notch, and we will never forget the kindness of our local drivers and guides. We could never have planned this our own. It’s not to say the trip wasn’t without hiccups; luckily, Afroditi helped us when we needed when we missed flights and needed other adjustments along the way. Read more

Not even sure where to start. The entire Kimkim process was easy from start to finish. The tours set up for us in Greece were top notch, and we will never forget the kindness of our local drivers and guides. We could never have planned this our own. It’s not to say the trip wasn’t without hiccups; luckily, Afroditi helped us when we needed when we missed flights and needed other adjustments along the way.

Hotel Reviews
Athens4 Hotel
Athens

Friendly, easy, and good location. Giving it four stars due to a bathroom water leak. The host promptly assisted us.

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Monastiri Guesthouse
Kalampaka - Meteora
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Got what we need. Not overly friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shower doors leaked.
Luxembourg Hotel
Thessaloniki
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The shower needs a door or curtain.
Petri Suites
Santorini
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Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens
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Discover the imposing Meteora, Overnight in Thessaloniki
Discover the imposing Meteora, Overnight in Thessaloniki
Greece
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Thessaloniki Walking Tour
Thessaloniki Walking Tour
Thessaloniki
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Welcome to Santorini
Welcome to Santorini
Santorini
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⛵ Sunset Sailing Tour & BBQ on a luxury catamaran
⛵ Sunset Sailing Tour & BBQ on a luxury catamaran
Santorini

The length of the experience is closer to 7.5 hours from pick up to drop off.

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I’ve never been so scared on the drive back to our hotel. The driver was going way too fast.
All time classic Santorini, Full-Day Island Tour
All time classic Santorini, Full-Day Island Tour
Santorini
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Local specialist: Afroditi Kalogerakou
Afroditi
Afroditi Kalogerakou
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 24, 2023

Dear Jill,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate your detailed review! ❤
I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time here!
It is always a pleasure to welcome travelers like you (kind & considerate despite the "hiccups" 😉)
Hope to welcome you again in Greece sometime in the future!

Warm regards from Athens,
Afroditi

Thank you, Chris, for helping us put together such an amazing trip to Greece!
Greece | Jun 20 - Jul 6, 2023

Heidi
Heidi G.
Puyallup, WA | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Chris was fabulous. We had a couple of hiccups on our trip that were unrelated to the planning and it was so great having someone in country and who knew our family and our needs to help us navigate them. And as for the planning--we stayed in hotels and had experiences that we never would have been able to figure out on our own. Every business and person that he connected us with was delightful and our kids really enjoyed all of the activities--even towards the end when they were getting... Read more

Chris was fabulous. We had a couple of hiccups on our trip that were unrelated to the planning and it was so great having someone in country and who knew our family and our needs to help us navigate them. And as for the planning--we stayed in hotels and had experiences that we never would have been able to figure out on our own. Every business and person that he connected us with was delightful and our kids really enjoyed all of the activities--even towards the end when they were getting homesick.

Hotel Reviews
Ganimede Hotel
Galaxidi

This hotel was so cute. And our "room" (it was actually an apartment) was huge with two couch/beds for our kids, a bedroom for the adults, and a kitchen. It was a little weird driving into the town because it is pretty deserted, but the hotel was more than cute enough to make up for that.

Authenticity & Character
This place was so cute. It was amazing.
Location
It's a few blocks away from the harbor and restaurants so is a little bit isolated, especially when the weather is so hot.
Staff
Everyone was very nice and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Alcanea Boutique Hotel Chania
Chania Town

This place is out of this world. Because it is in a pedestrian area, you'll likely need a driver and/or hotel staff to help you with your things, but the location cannot be beat (so much in walking distance!), our room was amazing, and the staff was phenomenal. Two people in our group feel ill and they were extremely helpful and accommodating in helping us access medical care, get food when we couldn't leave because of a sick kid, and ultimately getting.a slightly late check-out as we recovered. Our room was easiest the largest hotel room that I have ever seen in Europe with a beautiful balcony and view. We hope to return to Chania and will definitely be staying here.

Authenticity & Character
I don't know how "typical" it is but the decor was warm and inviting and felt like a home, not a hotel.
Location
Most everything you would need or want is within walking distance and it is a short distance from the hotel to the area where taxis and cars for hire stop.
Staff
They were all so kind and spoke English with 0 hesitancy, which is nice when stressful things happen.
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Avra Hotel
Rafina, Attica

That this hotel is close to the airport is great. But other than that, it is nothing special. One member of our group commented that it was too bad that that was going to be our last breakfast in Greece as all the other ones had been very good. And unfortunately, the noise is so bad that one of the members of our group only got a couple of hours of sleep.

Authenticity & Character
It was a run-of-the-mill corporate hotel.
Location
The noise from the surrounding neighborhood was unbearable.
Staff
The staff seemed fine. When the airport shuttle was delayed, they arranged for a car for us, which was nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Although it was clean, it didn't feel very homey. The biggest issue, however, was the noise at night (which was coming from outside the hotel).
Europa Hotel Olympia
Olimpia

Excellent place to relax towards the end of a busy trip that has a swimming pool. The on-site restaurant has good food and a beautiful view.

Authenticity & Character
Although it didn't have as "cozy" of a feel as many of the other, smaller hotels we stayed at on our trip, it very much matched my experience of mid-tier business hotels outside of major cities in other European countries.
Location
This is a fairly desolate area. There is nothing within walking distance of the hotel, so you need to drive to Olympia and anywhere else that you go. That also means that you will probably eat all of your meals on site. Which is fine in that the food is good, but it makes it a little more expensive than other places.
Staff
Everyone was nice. Nothing stands out as extremely special, but we felt well taken care of.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amymone Suites
Nafplio

Love Nafplio and loved this hotel. Although admittedly, I was a little worried when we got there and saw all the stairs leading up to our room (which fortunately was on the first floor and not the second floor). The restaurant and the people who work at the hotel and restaurant were both great. There is a free public parking lot across the street and if it is full, there is a much larger parking lot (I think t is actually two parts of the same one) down the street. So you will need to walk a short way with your stuff, but it isn't too bad.

Authenticity & Character
I don't know if it is "authentic," but the space was very chic with lots of character.
Location
Very well located and walkable. The parking situation (and walking with your stuff from parking to hotel) was less than ideal.
Staff
Everyone was very nice and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

"Sweet Home" is a really perfect name for this hotel. The breakfast area decor is adorable (and the food is great), the rooms are comfortable, and the staff are very nice and helpful. The hotel is located on a very narrow street which can be a little nerve-wracking when you have a car and/or your car for hire is trying to get out, but it is also very central and it is easy to walk to things.

Authenticity & Character
I'm not sure if it would be considered authentic (but probably?) but it was very cute without being cutesy, so it wins on character.
Location
The narrow street wasn't great, but it was so close to everything and narrow streets are just the way it is in Athens.
Staff
They were very kind and accomodating and in particular we found them really helpful because our kids' car seats were lost by the airline and were delivered between our first and second stays at the hotel (while we were in Crete) and the hotel stored them for us and everything.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Heraklion – Crete

This is a very standard business hotel. The rooms are nice and clean but nothing special. But we had two bedrooms, which was fabulous for giving us some space. Although it isn't right in the middle of the action, the pedestrian area is only about a five minute walk away and the harbor slightly further.

Authenticity & Character
It's your standard business hotel.
Location
It's not as central as I had grown accustomed to. On the plus side, it has a driveway/loading area out front which was a very nice change.
Staff
Staff were very nice and a receptionist agreed to take our extra car seat (we had had to buy one during the trip after the airline lost our luggage, but we weren't going to need it after that) to a charity shop (or organization) which was so helpful and made us feel a lot better.
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Activity Reviews
Elafonissi Beach Day Trip 
Elafonissi Beach Day Trip 
Greece

This beach should be on everybody's list of things to do in Chania. The only thing I wish is that we'd had more time there.

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Drive towards Heraklion - Short stop at Rethymno
Drive towards Heraklion - Short stop at Rethymno
Greece

The drive was nice and relaxing and it was nice to have someone else drive us! Plus, since we had had the driver a couple days earlier, we already knew her and liked her.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We really appreciate our driver's flexibility. My husband had to spend the prior night in the hospital so we departed Chania several hours late and had to stop at the hospital to pick him up on our way out of town.
Transport
Private Sunset Excursion to Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon & Sea-side Dinner
Private Sunset Excursion to Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon & Sea-side Dinner
Athens

Of all of the ruins we saw, these were the best. And the view from the Taverna where we ate dinner before going to the temple was incredible.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver was very nice but I did feel like he had a couple too many questions for us. Even where to eat wasn't pre-decided and he offered us two options. Ultimately he said we chose the better one, but in that case, I kind of wish we hadn't had the pressure on us to decide!
Transport
Acropolis for Families
Acropolis for Families
Athens

You can't go to Athens and not go to the Acropolis. While it wasn't the highlight of our trip, we enjoyed it and we enjoyed our guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was great about engaging with our seven year old son who can be a bit of a know-it-all (in the best way possible, of course).
Transport
it was so hot! (There is literally nothing you could do about that. But that's the reason for the rating.)
Day trip to Falasarna
Day trip to Falasarna
Chania

We ended up not doing this activity because half of our group was sick.

Athens Treasure Hunt for Families
Athens Treasure Hunt for Families
Athens

This was a lot of fun. We had already spent a couple days in Athens by the time we did it so I was a little worried that there would be too much overlap, but there was hardly any. It was nice that most of it was focused on the modern Athens, but there was still some historical and/or Ancient Greek stuff mixed in.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She was so great about modifying things to fit our kids' ages and energy levels.
Transport
Once again, the heat was the problem. (Totally outside your control, I know.)
Epidaurus Guided Tour
Epidaurus Guided Tour
Greece

Lots of cool stuff to see. The theater is amazing, but there is more to the site than just that and we enjoyed learning about how medicine, sport, and the arts all fit together.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was very knowledgeable. But he was not very flexible when it came to modifying things to fit our children's energy and tolerance levels (our three year old was so done with museums at that point). Also, admissions was supposed to be included, but it wasn't and we had to pay our entrance.
Mycenae Guided Tour
Mycenae Guided Tour
Greece

We enjoyed this. Standing inside the tomb mound, in particular, was awe-inspiring. But while the adults would have appreciated the larger ruins if it was just us, with kids who are easily distracted and prone to falling, we were very much on edge and paying more attention to them than the guide.

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See comment form Epidarious.
The private tour of Knossos Minoan palace
The private tour of Knossos Minoan palace
Greece

This was our reason for going to Crete and although it wasn't anyone's top memory at the end of the trip, it was one of the things that we were most excited about in the ~12 months since we started planning the trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful and it was a good tour.

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Welcome to Nafplio
Welcome to Nafplio
Greece

How had I never heard of Nafplio before? This place is posh without being snobby and a place we absolutely can't wait to return to. Which is sort of funny considering that it was not on our radar at all before we got there and we assumed it was just a necessary stopping place because of where we wanted to go and the amount of driving we wanted to do in a day. The town is beautiful and very walkable. I don't love the public parking situation because it can be hard to find a spot, but at the end of the day, it was worth it.

Quality of Experience
- Ancient Olympia Guided Tour (Self-Drive)
- Ancient Olympia Guided Tour (Self-Drive)
Greece

This was.a very cool sight to see. I had slightly mixed feelings because Olympia is pretty remote and there isn't anything else in the area, but I'm glad we went.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Delphi Guided Tour
Delphi Guided Tour
Greece

This is a gorgeous site and our guide was great.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was very good with our kids who were very tired as this was the last big thing in our vacation and they were ready to go home. She was also very knowledgeable.
Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 20, 2023
Dear Heidi, Thank you very much for your kind words and elaborate reviews on such a wide spectrum of the services we booked for you. I am very happy that you had an amazing time, and that we addressed your hiccups with spot-on teamwork and flexibility, working together to provide the best possible solutions. Ultimately, you enjoyed your trip as a family, and that is the reward that I cherish as a travel specialist. Your feedback on hotels, tours, and activities is very valuable and will be... Read more

Dear Heidi,

Thank you very much for your kind words and elaborate reviews on such a wide spectrum of the services we booked for you. I am very happy that you had an amazing time, and that we addressed your hiccups with spot-on teamwork and flexibility, working together to provide the best possible solutions. Ultimately, you enjoyed your trip as a family, and that is the reward that I cherish as a travel specialist.

Your feedback on hotels, tours, and activities is very valuable and will be put to good use to re-evaluate certain aspects, so as to provide our future travelers with the best possible service. If you choose to repeat a Greek visit, next time we will make it even better.

Thank you again for everything and for being such a pleasure to work with on this trip! Wishing you & all the family all the best and a wonderful rest of your summer.

Kind regards,
Chris

This trip was a dream! Antonis truly listened...
Greece | Jul 5 - Jul 17, 2023

Katherine
Katherine W.
Broad Ripple, IN | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023
This trip was a dream! Antonis truly listened to our ideas, made adjustments as we discussed different ideas, and built an amazing trip beyond our expectations. We were thrilled with the personal attention and level of service. The hotel accommodations were very comfortable and stylish, and the excursions and tour guides he found for us were equally great! Five stars!! Read more

This trip was a dream! Antonis truly listened to our ideas, made adjustments as we discussed different ideas, and built an amazing trip beyond our expectations. We were thrilled with the personal attention and level of service. The hotel accommodations were very comfortable and stylish, and the excursions and tour guides he found for us were equally great! Five stars!!

Hotel Reviews
Amalia Hotel Delphi
Delphi

This view was beyond expectation, both from our room and from the mountainside pool area. Walkable to the quaint village area, which was an added bonus.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Gregoris the bartender was so fun to chat with!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amalia Hotel Nafplio
Nafplio

Beautiful views. Very swanky 1960s vibe. Nice pool and delicious breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amalia Hotel Kalambaka
Theopetra, Kalabaka
Authenticity & Character
Location
Wish we could have seen the mountains from the pool area but the view was blocked by the trees.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Athenian Callirhoe Hotel
Athens

Great location, walkable to Plaka, the Parthenon, and many other historical attractions. Amazing rooftop bar with view of the Parthenon.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Santana Luxury Suites Naxos
Naxos

This place is beyond words. Personalized and always attentive service from the moment we arrived - the staff truly make it their jobs to assure the guests are happy and well taken care of. And the view from our balcony and of course from the private beach with ultra-comfy beach chairs was amazing. Breakfast and beach-side food/drink service were delicious. Perfection all around.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aria Lito Mansion
Santorini

The location of this hotel is excellent - literally steps from the main shopping and dining streets of Santorini, so no car is necessary. The staff was very helpful and assisted with finding dinner options as well as anything else we needed. Beautiful small pool area where you can also enjoy the views as well as hear the nearby historic church bells. Delicious breakfast served alfresco on the patio.

Authenticity & Character
Rooms were spacious and clean. If anything, they could invest in some wall art.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Group Tour of Mycenae & Epidaurus (Mainland Tour 1/4)
Group Tour of Mycenae & Epidaurus (Mainland Tour 1/4)
Mycenae

Demetra was an amazing tour guide - she is an actual archaeologist, and was able to provide the perfect blend of detailed history and entertaining stories. George our driver was masterful in navigating the small streets and long roads - he made the trip extra enjoyable as well.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Group Tour of Ancient Olympia (Mainland Tour 2/4)
Group Tour of Ancient Olympia (Mainland Tour 2/4)
Olympia

Demetra was an amazing tour guide - she is an actual archaeologist, and was able to provide the perfect blend of detailed history and entertaining stories. George our driver was masterful in navigating the small streets and long roads - he made the trip extra enjoyable as well.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Group Tour of Delphi  (Mainland Tour 3/4)
Group Tour of Delphi (Mainland Tour 3/4)
Delphi

Demetra was an amazing tour guide - she is an actual archaeologist, and was able to provide the perfect blend of detailed history and entertaining stories. George our driver was masterful in navigating the small streets and long roads - he made the trip extra enjoyable as well.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Group Tour of Meteora (Mainland Tour 4/4)
Group Tour of Meteora (Mainland Tour 4/4)
Meteora

Demetra was an amazing tour guide - she is an actual archaeologist, and was able to provide the perfect blend of detailed history and entertaining stories. George our driver was masterful in navigating the small streets and long roads - he made the trip extra enjoyable as well.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Island of Naxos
The Island of Naxos
Naxos

Our favorite location from this trip!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Phillipa provided an informative and wonderful private tour of the island! Definitely recommend.
Transport
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Santorini

This was the perfect way to end our trip! Gorgeous views along the entire cruise, with the option for swimming or just lounging onboard. The drinks flowed freely and the BBQ dinner rivaled some of the best restaurant dinners we had in Greece! Still thinking about that amazing shrimp saganaki!!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Antonis Alexandrou
Antonis
Antonis Alexandrou
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Jul 24, 2023

Dear Katherine and Joel,

I am so happy to know that you enjoyed your trip to our country!!

Looking forward to welcoming you again in the future!!

Best regards.

Antonis

We had an enjoyable overall trip to Greece, ...
Greece | Jun 25 - Jul 10, 2023

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John F.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
We had an enjoyable overall trip to Greece, however the experience with Chris, the Greece Specialist travel agent for Kim-Kim was problematic. Chris was slow to respond to questions in planning the trip and overall communication with him was poor. Additionally, he did not let us know in advance that we would need to have access to What's Ap to communicate with a ground team in Greece. The hotel in Athens was not as represented in the planning process. On a positive note, the guides we... Read more

We had an enjoyable overall trip to Greece, however the experience with Chris, the Greece Specialist travel agent for Kim-Kim was problematic. Chris was slow to respond to questions in planning the trip and overall communication with him was poor. Additionally, he did not let us know in advance that we would need to have access to What's Ap to communicate with a ground team in Greece. The hotel in Athens was not as represented in the planning process.

On a positive note, the guides we had in Greece and the Catamaran crew from Naxos Yachting- Dimitris and Maia were terrific. We especially enjoyed the Athen's food tour guide Yiannis; the Acropolis tour guide Zakia; the Napflio archeological tour guide Vera; the Nemea wine tasting and tour guide Katarina, and the Santorini archeological site tour guide Hara. The hotels in Nafplio and Santorini were delightful.

Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos
Chris
Chris Leontopoulos
Local specialist in Delphi, Greece | Replied on Jul 30, 2023
Hello John Thank you very much for your review,
I'm very happy to hear that you all enjoyed your trip, but I must say that I'm a little perplexed to hear that you are not satisfied with the communication with me and our team during your trip. Especially given that your co traveler, John W, posted a great review a few days ago and did not mention having a similar issue. We had an enormous amount of messages back and forth during the 18 months of our planning phase, and especially in the...
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Hello John

Thank you very much for your review,
I'm very happy to hear that you all enjoyed your trip, but I must say that I'm a little perplexed to hear that you are not satisfied with the communication with me and our team during your trip. Especially given that your co traveler, John W, posted a great review a few days ago and did not mention having a similar issue. We had an enormous amount of messages back and forth during the 18 months of our planning phase, and especially in the last few weeks where you wanted to make some changes and updates to the plan, and I'm thinking that maybe you did not have time to see or read all the correspondence, or instructions that I sent regarding our on site travel support?
In any case, I really did enjoy planning your trip, and I'm even more happy that it all went off without a hitch!
I wish you, Kimiko, and all the crew all the best, and many more adventurous travels in the future!

Chris

2023 Family Excursion to Greece
Greece | Jun 29 - Jul 14, 2023

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Armond C.
Columbia, MD | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
We the family from the USA were invited to Greece to spend time with our Greek family in 2022. I found KimKim online, which came with high recommendation, to arrange a trip to visit our family in Greece. We wanted to take full advantage of this once in a lifetime overseas experience to see as much of Greece as possible. So we as a group decided to see Athens, Mykonos, Santorini and lastly Crete where our family resides and gave ourselves 15 days to do it. I was asked by KimKim as to what... Read more

We the family from the USA were invited to Greece to spend time with our Greek family in 2022.

I found KimKim online, which came with high recommendation, to arrange a trip to visit our family in Greece. We wanted to take full advantage of this once in a lifetime overseas experience to see as much of Greece as possible. So we as a group decided to see Athens, Mykonos, Santorini and lastly Crete where our family resides and gave ourselves 15 days to do it.

I was asked by KimKim as to what was the budget for the trip; low, mid or high. For all participants involved a mid level budget trip was best.

Our group consisted of 5 members, 2 of which were seniors with limited mobility and use walking canes to get around.

Our 2023 trip provided 3 nights in Athens, 3 nights in Mykonos, 3 nights in Santorini and 6 nights Crete.

The highlights of our trip were the following…

Greece is beautiful and the food is great.

Athens has all the sensibility on a modern day city in the USA. You can easily walk around to shop, eat or find any available entertainment.

On our last night in Athens we went to a rooftop bar and restaurant with a view of the Acropolis. The night was full of fun, trade winds and eating and drinking.

Our second stop Mykonos was was beautiful with it’s mountainous terrain beautiful beaches. Our accommodations were right by the beach. Plenty of restaurants to walk to on the boardwalk and access to Uber to get around. Once again you are greeted with morning and night time trade winds while sitting outside enjoying a beverage of choice.

Our most enjoyable activity in Mykonos was the morning cruise in the Aegean Sea. The Captain and his first mate were warm and friendly and safety was paramount in our experience. We were able to anchor and enjoy some swimming time in the ocean. All of which made for memorable moments.

Our third stop was Santorini. Santorini is beautiful with its mountainous terrain, red, white and black beaches and narrow roads. There is no Uber to get around, so our movements were limited. If you are familiar enough with the terrain and are relatively young there are ATVs to rent. Our concierge did arrange a driving tour of the island with an opportunity to tour the Monastery of Thira.

In addition to our pre planned sunset cruise on a catamaran. Once again there was opportunity to swim in the ocean and the staff was warm and friendly.

Our final destination was Crete. Crete is where our family lives and thus the reason for our trip. The island is Beautiful, rich in history and culture. We rented a car to get around and GPS on our phones made it easy to navigate.

Our accommodations were a stone’s throw away from the beach. Plenty of restaurants to walk to and a grocery store up and down the street to pickup any incidentals. A pre planned walking tour in downtown Chania harbor was attended by 3 of our party who enjoyed food, wine tasting, and traditional Greek coffee. We also toured Agia Triada Monastery or the Monastery of Agia. Our time spent together as a family was memorable and irreplaceable.

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Here is review of the more challenging parts of our trip…

Our arrangements included lodging, travel inside the country and breakfast at all hotels except for the apartments in Crete.

Our lodging was essentially basic (very rustic) in all places where we stayed including in Crete.

In Crete one of our members had to sleep on a sofa for 6 days during our stay. Our accommodations cited 3 king size beds and a sofa bed, to which there was no sofa bed.
In Crete the house keeping was limited, with only 2 days of service and no bed sheets and fresh linen for the apartment. Also there was no sheets or linen for supposed sofa bed, which we did not have.

Our travel consisted of tickets for 2 ferry rides and plane tickets to and from Crete. The ferry ride was a unique experience for us all, but proved to be very challenging for the senior members of our group, when it came to boarding the ferry …walking up the ramps, climbing the stairs to get to your seat and disembarking down the ramps to get off the ferry. Not ideal for someone with mobility issues.

In Mykonos for one senior member of our party, the room was quite a distance from main building and included dips and rises. Also we had to climb two steps to access the toilet area. The showers in all the accommodations were very modern in taste but lacked any handicap accessory for fall prevention.

Of all the places Santorini was the most challenging in terms of transportation such as Uber and also a bit of a challenge in language barrier. We were unable to walk to local restaurants and we were forced to order food to be delivered to our hotel room with the help of our concierge.

Flights in Greece were met without incident.

Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 19, 2023
Dear Armond, Thank you very much for such a detailed review of all aspects of your trip, and for presenting the highlights as well as the challenges. I am very happy that you enjoyed most of your trip and that you also managed to visit your family in Crete and spend time with them. Given the fact that most of this trip's parts were already booked and organized by a former colleague, and I had to take over from a certain point on, I do understand that some of the services could have been... Read more

Dear Armond,

Thank you very much for such a detailed review of all aspects of your trip, and for presenting the highlights as well as the challenges. I am very happy that you enjoyed most of your trip and that you also managed to visit your family in Crete and spend time with them.

Given the fact that most of this trip's parts were already booked and organized by a former colleague, and I had to take over from a certain point on, I do understand that some of the services could have been better organized, or at least, better communicated from the start.

In any case, I thank you again for your meticulous notes, and I will surely take them into account for any future trip you choose to have with us in Greece and/or Italy!

Wish you a wonderful rest of your summer!

Kind regards,
Chris

A dream vacation thanks to the KimKim team
Greece | Jul 2 - Jul 13, 2023

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Mark E.
Sunnyvale, CA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023
Chris and the entire KimKim team were amazing from start to finish. No question I asked was too small or too silly. They kept our family updated before and during our trip. Any questions or issues that came up they were quick to respond and resolve. I would not hesitate to use KimKim again. Read more

Chris and the entire KimKim team were amazing from start to finish. No question I asked was too small or too silly. They kept our family updated before and during our trip. Any questions or issues that came up they were quick to respond and resolve. I would not hesitate to use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Kyria Boutique House
Plaka, Athens

The pictures and descriptions of the hotel were 100% accurate. The service and amenities were amazing. Great location close to the Parthenon and all of the shops.

Authenticity & Character
Very quaint
Location
close to the shops and the parthenon
Staff
Very responsive and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Liana Beach Hotel & Spa
Naxos

Everything about the hotel was amazing. The food, the location, the staff and the amenities. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy Naxos.

Authenticity & Character
High quality room and amenities.
Location
At the end of the beach so not as noisy or crowded
Staff
Super responsive and incredibly friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean room and towels every day.
Alta Vista Suites
Santorini

A great location with a great view.

Authenticity & Character
High quality room and very comfortable to enjoy our time away from the heat.
Location
Incredible view with a pool overlooking the veranda.
Staff
Very friendly and provided us with authentic local recommendations. Always engaged with us when they saw us. Great people through and through.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Athens

Our guide was friendly and patient and full of incredible historic information. She created a fun game for our family to play as we discovered the Acropolis. She was incredible.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The guide had gotten a place for us in line when we found her.
Private Delphi Day Trip with Swimming & Lunch in Galaxidi
Private Delphi Day Trip with Swimming & Lunch in Galaxidi
Athens

Great experience other than the transport car breaking down. Even with that they pivoted and got us there safe and sound. The swimming and lunch in Galaxidi was not as great as described. It was not so much of a swimming hole.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini

This was one of our trip highlights. The wine tasting was tasty and informative. That alone would have been incredible, but that was followed by the waterless farming tour and cooking exercise which was even better. A must do tour for any visitors to Naxos.

Quality of Experience
So informative and fun
Food
The wines were so good, but the food we cooked at the farm was AMAZING.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly and informative
Transport
Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise
Sunset Catamaran Caldera Cruise
Santorini

The trip overall was an incredible final activity for our vacation. The only downside was that our van took a long time to get to the location and had very poor A/C.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Catamaran staff was incredible.
Transport
A/C was horrible on the way there. Was late to pick us up too.
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos
Chris
Chris Leontopoulos
Local specialist in Delphi, Greece | Replied on Jul 30, 2023

Mark
I am sooo happy that you and your wonderful family were able to enjoy this great trip, and experience the beauties of our great country!
I really enjoyed speaking with you all the time leading up to your trip, and I'm really greatful for the opportunity that I had to plan your special trip,
I wish you and your wonderful family all the best!

Chris

Rebecca was incredibly helpful throughout the...
Greece | Jul 6 - Jul 16, 2023

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Chelsea G.
Anderson, IN | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023

Rebecca was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process. She was available any time we needed and always answered our questions.

Local specialist: Rebecca Skevaki
Rebecca
Rebecca Skevaki
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 20, 2023

Dear Chelsea ,
Thank you so much for this 5-star review!
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us and I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Greece.
Looking forward to welcoming you back to Greece soon, on your next trip !
Until then, take care!
Rebecca and the GrecianLux Team

Don't worry! PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!! ...
Greece | Jul 7 - Jul 15, 2023

Gail
Gail C.
Daly City, CA | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2023
Don't worry! PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!! I'm a lawyer and writer from the U.S. who has five kids. I had never used KimKim before and was super scared that Chris wasn't real, even after doing my homework. But thank goodness I decided to go for it. We had the MOST AMAZING experience. All we had to do was chat with Chris on the phone and explain our overarching goals and preferences, namely history and activity, no wineries, no sitting around. He took it from there and our trip was... Read more

Don't worry! PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!

I'm a lawyer and writer from the U.S. who has five kids. I had never used KimKim before and was super scared that Chris wasn't real, even after doing my homework. But thank goodness I decided to go for it. We had the MOST AMAZING experience. All we had to do was chat with Chris on the phone and explain our overarching goals and preferences, namely history and activity, no wineries, no sitting around. He took it from there and our trip was seamless. Every hotel was clean, cool, modern, and in the perfect location to walk to the things we wanted to see. (Chris picked ones that could easily accommodate our large family with every kid getting their own bed.) Every transfer showed up on time and offered relentlessly polite and helpful service. Our guides were knowledgeable, kind, quick-witted, and funny in a second language - which is super difficult! The agency was completely responsive, both before the trip and during it, texting me back within minutes. And they offered us "suggestions" for times when we didn't have an activity planned that were totally aligned with our travel style and desires: any restaurant they suggested was fantastic, any attraction worth experiencing. We won't hesitate to use Chris's group in the future. To have seven people co-exist for nine days with no drama in 100 degree heat because everything was just THAT well planned ... worth every penny.

Activity Review
Private Hike to the Mountain of Zeus
Private Hike to the Mountain of Zeus
Naxos

George was incredible. Super knowledgeable, great with the kids, and FUNNY. We can't recommend him highly enough.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos
Chris
Chris Leontopoulos
Local specialist in Delphi, Greece | Replied on Jul 30, 2023
This is an AI generated reply.....
Just kidding!
Hi Gail,
I've had a lot of great reviews, but none that made me laugh as much as your's did!
If I knew that you had concerns that I was not real, I'd have suggested that we do a video call right off the bat!
I thank you Gail for the fantastic review, and for the pleasure and honor of allowing me to plan your special family trip! It was a real blast working with you, and I'm really happy that it all went off without a hitch!
I've passed...
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This is an AI generated reply.....
Just kidding!
Hi Gail,
I've had a lot of great reviews, but none that made me laugh as much as your's did!
If I knew that you had concerns that I was not real, I'd have suggested that we do a video call right off the bat!
I thank you Gail for the fantastic review, and for the pleasure and honor of allowing me to plan your special family trip! It was a real blast working with you, and I'm really happy that it all went off without a hitch!
I've passed your email off to George as you aksed, and I trust that he'll be in touch with you,
You know that we also plan trips to Italy right? So if you ever have the itch to explore more of our fair corner of the world, I'd love to hear from you again,
till then, all the best to you and your family!

Chris

Excellent honeymoon
Greece | Jul 8 - Jul 15, 2023

Ellen
Ellen B.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2023
Everything planned through KimKim and our local specialist Angela went exactly as planned. Having all of the transfers arranged greatly relieved our stress . We were able to enjoy the trip rather than spend any time worrying about the next step. We enjoyed all of our hotels and local tour guides. No regrets! Read more

Everything planned through KimKim and our local specialist Angela went exactly as planned. Having all of the transfers arranged greatly relieved our stress . We were able to enjoy the trip rather than spend any time worrying about the next step. We enjoyed all of our hotels and local tour guides. No regrets!

Hotel Reviews
Niche Hotel Athens
Athens

Within walking distance to all of the tourist hot spots of Athens including La Plaka, National Gardens and Acropolis. Excellent accommodation and service. Breakfast is great and rooftop bar has amazing views.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Bartop was very busy but worth the wait.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nastasia Village
Naxos Chora

Nice Balcony with our room. 10 minute walk to downtown with shops/restaurants and 10 min to the closest beach.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Filotera Suites
Santorini

Excellent service from staff at the hotel. Great views from hotel pool and dining area.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

Our guide Michael did an excellent job relaying history with a little humor.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina with round transfers
Full Day Boat Tour Unique Sailing Experience to Agistri Moni Aegina with round transfers
Greece

Crowded tour with no space to sit on our way home other than on the deck. Some staff on board were excellent, but others were clearly unhappy with their job. Food on board was great. Money needed to pay for additional excursions on the islands once you get to them.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The Medieval Castle Sightseeing Tour
The Medieval Castle Sightseeing Tour
Naxos

Our favorite tour of the trip. The local guide was well versed in the history of the town and had an excellent pace.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Naxos Culinary Tour
Naxos Culinary Tour
Greece

We were under the impression olive oil production was a part of the tour, and it was not. This trip consisted of two stops. The majority of time spent at local farmer's home. We fed animals and cooked a meal with his wife. They were excellent hosts and gracious.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local tastings 2024
Local tastings 2024
Greece

Our somellier/cook was excellent. Great knowledge and cooking skills with clear expertise in her profession.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Greece

Excellent table with sunset views was reserved as expected. Large food portions - share a plate!

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Aug 01, 2023

Yeia sas, Ellen an Matt!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience.

I am happy that you enjoyed your time here in Greece with us.
The Naxos Culinary tour describes a visit at the olive oil factory but not including olive oil production procedure. I am so sorry there was a misunderstanding there... 🙂

My team and I would love to see you like back soon.
We have so many more time show you and I am sure you'd love!

Until then take care and have fun!

Our best,
GA Trips team and Angela

Amazing trip to Greece
Greece | Jun 26 - Jul 12, 2023

Jennifer
Jennifer K.
Wyckoff, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2023

Our trip to Greece was amazing!!! Everything was taken care of, I didn’t have to research or book anything except for our flights. Hotels were in awesome locations. All transfers were on time and friendly. We had 24 hour concierge using what’s app. Can’t say enough good things. We will use kimkim again.

Local specialist: Christos Mylonas
Christos
Christos Mylonas
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Jul 17, 2023

Hi Jenny
Thank you very much for your your review. We are all very glad you had a great trip.
Hope to see you again, in Greece or Italy!
Greetings to all your family from all the team
Christos

Once in a lifetime trip to Greece
Greece | Jul 3 - Jul 13, 2023

Daniel
Daniel M.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2023

Dimos was awesome to work with. The cooking class and food tour were amazing! Could not have had such an amazing time without the knowledge and planning Dimos put into our trip. Will definitely be using this service in the future!

Local specialist: Dimos Dimopoulos
Dimos
Dimos Dimopoulos
Local specialist in Crete | Replied on Jul 15, 2023

Thank you very much!!

Greece and Thanos
Greece | Jul 2 - Jul 13, 2023

Felice
Felice Z.
Torrance, CA | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023
Thanos was awesome working with me to schedule a 12 day trip to Athens and three islands. He even suggested meeting us for coffee in Athens at the beginning of our trip, which was a blast. He quickly answered all my questions before and daily throughout the trip. One big hiccup on the trip was a last second canceled sailing trip due to unsafe winds; he hopped on that immediately for 30 minutes to come up with an alternative adventure. He truly wanted us to love our trip. Read more

Thanos was awesome working with me to schedule a 12 day trip to Athens and three islands. He even suggested meeting us for coffee in Athens at the beginning of our trip, which was a blast. He quickly answered all my questions before and daily throughout the trip. One big hiccup on the trip was a last second canceled sailing trip due to unsafe winds; he hopped on that immediately for 30 minutes to come up with an alternative adventure. He truly wanted us to love our trip.

Hotel Reviews
Achilleas Hotel
Athens

Lovely hotel walking distance from all of the things we wanted to do in Athens. Felt like a little gem.

Authenticity & Character
Awesome lobby. Very nice room.
Location
Close to all we were interested in
Staff
Extremely helpful and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Dreambox Mykonos Suites
Mykonos

Pool area was amazing. Room was amazing. But street was not very accessible so bus for one adventure could not pick us up. That required us to walk on a narrow not so safe street for 15 minutes to the pick up point. Staff was nice but inflexible to get us food or coffee 15 minutes before cafe open officially even though they were all working and kitchen was open. Cafe hours 8:30-12 which mages no sense for travelers who have activities early. The next day they got us a box breakfast and it literally was inedible - cold bread with a slice of cheese and Turkey, hard boiled egg so overbooked that we couldn’t eat it, sour plum, apple. No juice. No water.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful place
Location
Too inaccessible. Far from everything.
Staff
Make an effort to assist guests when food issues
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blue Dolphins Apartments & Suites
Firostefani, Santorini

Hotel is absolutely beautiful overlooking the sea and all the white buildings on the hill. Like a dream. Very close to main walkway to walk to shops and restaurants with amazing views. The manager Christina was a doll. She worked very hard to get us set up with massages and pool time for the same day so they would be at same location. She organized a sailing and snorkeling tour for us for the next day. Only issue was that the link in hotel bio asked pictures of a pool, yet no pool. So r we are very disappointed no pool on premise. The sister hotel 15 minutes away had the most gorgeous pool with amazing view and drinks/food at pool. We were given transportation there, but were charged 10 Euros each way.

Authenticity & Character
Buildings so beautiful as one would imagine for Santorini
Location
View and proximity to ships/restaurants/town
Staff
Exceptional staff!!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Veneziano Boutique Hotel
Heraklion Crete

Area of hotel covered in graffiti and felt unsafe. Ad for “adult shop” on building across from entrance. No staff to greet us when we arrived at 5pm since they leave at 3pm. Keys in lockbox. Lobby had junk on side as you entered; rest of lobby was very cute with great Italian vibe. Railing to our room accessible from lobby was broken (ie dangerous). Room was very basic. Bathroom seemed recently remodeled. No blow dryer as advertised. Breakfast in morning was excellent and staff at breakfast was nice. Door to lobby opened during breakfast. Because directly at street, it was noisy and could smell car fumes. Two minute walk away was an amazing neighborhood. We decided to venture out even though we were very nervous about location as we needed dinner. Loved that area but from the looks of the hotel, you would have no idea it was so close.

Authenticity & Character
Cute Italian vibe in lobby where you eat breakfast
Location
Staff
Longer staff hours.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Remodel room. Fix railing. Clean up lobby entrance area.
Elia Zampeliou Hotel
Chania

Incredible hotel and room. Lobby 5-star elegant. Apparently we were in the nicest room (#7) as every staff member commented “oh you are in our best room”…for good reason. The room was beautiful. Balcony overlooking the port and breathtaking views. Staff incredibly nice. Hotel in the middle of everything so it was so easy to go to anything we wanted. Such a wonderful neighborhood.

Authenticity & Character
5-star elegant
Location
Breathtaking view from balcony and right in the middle of the activity.
Staff
Each staff person so nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed very comfortable. Shower amazing.
Activity Reviews
Acropolis Guided Tour
Acropolis Guided Tour
Athens

Stavroula was waiting for us in the lobby 30 minutes early. She was very sweet and fine with waiting for us to get ready. We had a lovely couple of hours walking up to the acropolis and learned so much. She constantly offered to take our picture. Great tour!

Quality of Experience
Loved it all
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Stavroula was nice, good conversations
Transport
Walking was great so we could see the city with a guide in addition to the site
Delos and Rhenia Morning Cruise
Delos and Rhenia Morning Cruise
Mykonos

No rating. The trip was canceled. Not only at last minute, but after pick up time. We were waiting and waiting, and finally called Thanos as we had tried calling the number provided, but no one picked up. Eventually, Thanos was able to get through to someone and they said they canceled the tour due to unsafe winds for sailing. It was that windy the night before, so we really should have been given a heads up that there was a chance that it would need to be canceled. We should not have been left waiting for 30 minutes with no information and when we called, someone should have picked up.

Quality of Experience
There was no experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Food & Wine bike tour
Food & Wine bike tour
Santorini

This was an out of world amazing experience. We rode on bikes, made of wood by the owner of the company. We rode all over the island and CD got to see so much. He stopped at a church, and since it was Sunday, we got to walk in and see a little bit of a baptism. We learned about wine making on this island and it included a stop at a restaurant with wine and food tasting. It was all perfect. Our guide is their only employee, Adonis. He taught us all about Santorini island, wine, making, foods, architecture, religion. We even talked about spirituality. He is simply an authentic amazing person, and I would recommend this tour to everyone.. The only issue was that the electric bikes don’t have a mode for no paddling. The electric isn’t really strong enough to get someone up a hill who has bad knees.

Quality of Experience
Wonderful 5 hour tour on bikes
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Adonis is a gem!! So knowledgeable and a kind soul.
Transport
Only issue with the bikes is that on some of the very steep hills, the number five level may not be strong enough for someone with bad knees. Someone with bad knees probably needs a bike with a stronger motor.
Cruise of Balos lagoon and Gramvousa island with private transfers
Cruise of Balos lagoon and Gramvousa island with private transfers
Chania

Wow wow! The boat ride and views were amazing. The hike to the top of Gramvousa Island was strenuous, but well worth the challenge. The views at the top were outstanding. Someone with bad knees could do just the beginning portion, and still get amazing views. After Gramvousa, we went to Balos lagoon, and that was just lovely. Warm water. The most incredible green ever.

Quality of Experience
Amazing day
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Thanos Nikopoulos

The trip was amazing. Little details matter and they were mostly there.
Greece | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2023

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Robert U.
West Chester, PA | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023
The trip was amazing. The itinerary was packed and really gave a varied look at Greece. We really enjoyed everything that we saw and did. The tour guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and made the trip extra special. Our days where we had physical activities (snorkeling and river trekking) were super fun!
The main problem we had, and it was quite stressful, was the transportation. We had several incidences where no drivers were scheduled and we had to find a taxi or there was a mix up...
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The trip was amazing. The itinerary was packed and really gave a varied look at Greece. We really enjoyed everything that we saw and did. The tour guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and made the trip extra special. Our days where we had physical activities (snorkeling and river trekking) were super fun!
The main problem we had, and it was quite stressful, was the transportation. We had several incidences where no drivers were scheduled and we had to find a taxi or there was a mix up with how many cars were coming. Afterwards, we understand the logistics of scheduling and know why there was a mix up with how many cars were coming. Not having any cars scheduled when we thought they were was a problem that would need to be addressed.
I personally have booked full European and US trips (air, lodging and transportation) with zero issues. If I am paying someone to do all of this for me, I would expect the same results. The issues were controllable and not due to unforeseen circumstances.
P.s. I don't appreciate getting vacation emails from other parties all of a sudden. I haven't signed up for them and never received them until I booked the trip with Kimkim. Now, all of a sudden, I'm getting these emails.

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