Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

4.9
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Local Feeling, Adventure and Ease. GREAT TRIP
Greece | Apr 29 - May 5, 2022

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gal f.
La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | Reviewed on May 12, 2022
No complaints! I explained the general "Feeling" I was hoping to have and experience while in Greece for a week with my preteen daughter. "Not too touristy, but not isolated. Connect with locals, eat amazing food, relax but have things to explore." Eleni came up with an itinerary on the first go round that we made only made one small adjustment to. Otherwise the trip was great. We specifically loved a full-day boat excursion on a private sailboat with a chef and stops at various caves and... Read more

No complaints! I explained the general "Feeling" I was hoping to have and experience while in Greece for a week with my preteen daughter. "Not too touristy, but not isolated. Connect with locals, eat amazing food, relax but have things to explore." Eleni came up with an itinerary on the first go round that we made only made one small adjustment to. Otherwise the trip was great. We specifically loved a full-day boat excursion on a private sailboat with a chef and stops at various caves and islands, as well as the Petra farm tour in Paros run by a local family. The tour was so beautiful and then we had a family dinner with them- all made from their farm bounty. WOW. Ate at amazing restaurants, explored plenty. Any questions or issues we encountered, the KimKim team was almost immediate in their response at any hour. This process was literally so easy from start to finish. Everything was sorted, drivers, trains, airport pickups... We loved it! Only missing one star because we would have preferred a slightly different hotel setup (but also might be my fault for not being specific enough) and could have used more detailed directions with the places we were going as the islands don't have street names like the US, so it was hard to find several spots. OVERALL it was a fabulous trip! :)

Local specialist: Eleni Fotiou
Eleni
Eleni Fotiou
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on May 12, 2022

Dear Gal, it was wonderful to have you and your daughter here! Thank you very much for your kind words and for sharing with us your feelings! I hope I can host you, your family and friends again in another beautiful place in Greece or in Italy! Safe travels!

We had a fabulous trip to Greece, The tours w...
Greece | Apr 24 - May 3, 2022

Loren
Loren E.
Willow Grove, PA | Reviewed on May 10, 2022
We had a fabulous trip to Greece, The tours we booked were wonderful. The guides were extremely knowledgeable, punctual and friendly. We loved them all!
The only thing we would have changed was the hotel choices. The rooms in the Hotel in Athens were not up to our standards. Very cramped and barely functional. The location was good and breakfast was acceptable but overall, not a great experience.
In Santorini we each had very different room qualities. Mine was gorgeous, spacious with an...
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We had a fabulous trip to Greece, The tours we booked were wonderful. The guides were extremely knowledgeable, punctual and friendly. We loved them all!
The only thing we would have changed was the hotel choices. The rooms in the Hotel in Athens were not up to our standards. Very cramped and barely functional. The location was good and breakfast was acceptable but overall, not a great experience.
In Santorini we each had very different room qualities. Mine was gorgeous, spacious with an amazing view, but my cousin’s was a hole in the wall.
Rebecca was very helpful and really was on call 24/7 it seemed. We really appreciated it. She was able to assist us with last minute changes to our itinerary, and ensure we arrived at all our destinations.
Overall, we had an amazing trip. Would definitely use Kim Kim again, just be more careful on our hotel choices.

Hotel Review
Athens Starlight Hotel
Athina

Rooms are tiny and breakfast was just ok. Beds were comfortable and the concierge was helpful, Very clean, Good location for touring the city.

Location
Staff
Very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms too small. Shower made the entire room wet. Floor slippery.
Local specialist: Rebecca Skevaki
Rebecca
Rebecca Skevaki
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jun 14, 2022

Hello Loren,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us!

We take pride in knowing our customers had an enjoyable experience.
On behalf us all of us at GrecianLux, we would like to thank you for sharing this great review about our company and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience !

Wishing you all the best and hope to be welcoming you again in Greece sometime in the future!

Best regards,
Rebecca

Greece May 2022
Greece | Apr 30 - May 8, 2022

Kenneth
Kenneth D.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on May 09, 2022

Greece May 2022

Overall, the logistics were coordinated well (airport transit, ferry, flight,, tour pick-up).
Local guide for Acropolis tour was very good
Santorini Discovery tour + wine tasting was very good
Sailboat tour in Santorini was very good.

I was expecting a bit more information. The initial itinerary indicated: "... driver .... will deliver our small but useful welcome pack, including our insider's guidebook for the places you will be visiting" . This information was not received. However, I had done research on my own for activity options.

Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Athens, Nafplio and Santorini in 10 Days
Greece | Apr 14 - Apr 23, 2022

Shawn
Shawn O.
Cape Coral, FL | Reviewed on May 08, 2022
Traveling abroad, whether alone or with family, requires significant planning and preparation, consuming valuable time reading travel guides and research, with the hope of making the best use of precious time off from the daily grind. This planning becomes even more challenging when you are visiting a country for the first time, and strictly basing an itinerary on the recommendations of others and a list of the most famous landmarks to visit, without the local experience and knowledge. For... Read more

Traveling abroad, whether alone or with family, requires significant planning and preparation, consuming valuable time reading travel guides and research, with the hope of making the best use of precious time off from the daily grind. This planning becomes even more challenging when you are visiting a country for the first time, and strictly basing an itinerary on the recommendations of others and a list of the most famous landmarks to visit, without the local experience and knowledge. For our recent (and first) trip to Greece with the family, we chose to use KimKim (local agent - Somewhere We Know) to relieve us of the burden (and gamble) of planning ourselves. This was our first experience with KimKim, and my family and I are so thankful we did.
Throughout the planning of our trip, Amalia (our fantastic local agent - Somewhere we Know) was extremely responsive answering any and all questions (we had many) ahead of our visit to Greece. We had ten days available, and Amalia did an amazing job developing an itinerary based on our criteria exposing us to everything Greece has to offer with stays in Athens, Nafplio and Santorini. The detailed itinerary shared prior to our trip was invaluable, and we referenced it many times throughout our vacation. We started our trip in Athens, where we met our driver Thanasis who would be our transport between activities while staying in Athens and Nafplio. Thanasis offered us a warm welcome to Greece, and each ride with him was an educational driving tour of the area. Thanasis is a real pro, not only in his effortless navigation of the labyrinthian streets of Athens but sharing his knowledge and answering our questions along the way.
Our stay in Athens felt like a ‘home away from home’ at The Foundry Suites. From the attentive staff to the delicious (and fresh) baskets of food delivered to our door each morning, we were very pleased with the accommodations and the overall experience. The Foundry Suites is perfectly located and a great starting point each day in walking distance of everything Athens has to offer. The rooftop garden patio offers a beautiful view of the city, and a great spot to view the sunrise or the brightly lit Acropolis at night. We stayed in Greece for 4 days (one night returning from Nafplio and before heading to Santorini). On day 2 we had a private tour of the Acropolis Museum and Acropolis. Our guide, Xenia, was excellent and the tour was well planned and satisfyingly educational. Xenia was engaging and offered thorough explanations of key exhibits during our time at the museum. Xenia then led us up the hill to the Acropolis, suggesting spots for family pictures along the way. Many thanks to Xenia and highly recommend her as a guide for this tour.
The evening of day 2 we took a food tour of Athens starting with an olive oil tasting at Malotira. We received a quick primer on olive oil production in Greece, and the pride of those who produce it locally. Our guide selected a great variety of restaurants to sample the local fare. There is no personal description I can share that will do justice to the food in Athens, try all of it, often and anywhere you can get it. It’s all delicious. Many thanks to our guide.
From Athens we headed to Nafplio with our driver Thanasis. During our ride from Athens to Nafplio, Thanasis shared details on notable landmarks and made an unexpected stop at the man-made Corinth Canal, a truly breathtaking site to see. Nafplio is a gorgeous and quaint seaside town, and a great reprieve from the big city pace for a couple of days. Our stay at the Castellano Hotel & Suites exceeded all expectations with very spacious accommodations, located in the heart of the central square and great staff. We took two separate tours while in Nafplio, and were extremely lucky to have Vivi as our guide. We visited the Palamidi Fortress a very short ride from our hotel our first day, and a 30-40 minute ride to Epidavros on the second day in the region. Vivi gave exceptional tours of both locations, and we were very thankful to have both sites to ourselves due to overcast skies and light rain. We appreciate Vivi’s level of detail in the history shared, her patience with our two boys and obvious pride she takes in her tours.
On day 5 we traveled back to Athens for a ‘free’ day before flying to Santorini. The Athens airport is very accessible and a short ride from the downtown area. We experienced no issues on the (very short) flight to Santorini. The classic pictures of white-washed houses on the cliffs of the island did nothing to prepare us for the overwhelming beauty of Santorini, and the breathtaking views in every direction. Our stay at Abelonas Retreat in Imerovigli was fantastic, set north from the very busy center of Fira and high above the sea below. Once again, the location was perfect, allowing us to walk down to shopping and restaurants in Fira or staying ‘local’ in the quieter setting of Imerovigli and having the best meals of our stay only minutes from our hotel at Anogi (so good we ate there twice for dinner!). The couple that operate Anogia are amazing, and welcome you as if you are part of the family. While on Santorini, we took an afternoon to sunset tour with Panos and Sophia of Baikas Travel starting at the peak of the island at the Monastery in Pyrgos and ending in the gorgeous village of Oia. Panos offered great details at each stop along the way, and both Panos and Sophia were extremely helpful. With stops at the Red and Black beaches, the Monastery in Pyrgos and Oia we truly got an immersive experience to see the entire island.
Last, but by no means least, we took a day time Caldera Classic cruise along the coast of Santorini and nearby islands. We could not have asked for a better experience, and Captain Elias and crew were gracious hosts. This particular cruise is partially private, and there was only one other couple along with our family on the boat. Captain Elias made frequent stops at key points of interest around the island, and shared the history of the birth of Santorini. The crew made an amazing lunch, and we anchored in a cove to enjoy the views, the weather and the food. We were very grateful for this experience.
Prior to our departure, we had a free day on Day 9 where we took our COVID tests to return to the States (at the Central Clinic of Santorini in Fira, which took 10 minutes and very easy), take in more of the local cuisine, shop and enjoy the views. Amalia’s perfect planning gave our family an amazing, ‘once in a lifetime’ experience. Our driver Thanasis, and tour guides Xenia and Vivian made this an unforgettable memory our family will reminisce forever. Baikas Travel and Caldera allowed us to fully experience the unique island of Santorini. Many thanks again to Amalia at Somewhere we Know, and we cannot recommend using this service enough to plan your next travel experience.

Local specialist: Amalia Symvoulidou
Amalia
Amalia Symvoulidou
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Jul 20, 2022

Dear Shawn,

Thank you soo much for this amazing review!

It really was my pleasure to plan this trip for you and your family. I tried my best to satisfy your needs and it makes me so happy to see that you enjoyed your vacation to the fullest!

We do put much effort to make sure we select the best partners and the best quality of services, so we all more than appreciate your kind words for our whole team!

Promise for an even more exciting trip to Greece in the future! 😀
My warmest wishes,
Amalia

Greece 12 day tour - excellent!
Greece | Apr 15 - Apr 28, 2022

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Sally M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on May 08, 2022

Christos and his team were excellent. Prompt communication, thoughtful and knowledgeable trip planning. Great relationships with hotels, tour guides and transfer companies made this trip a once in a lifetime holiday. Couldn't recommend them enough! Just book.

Local specialist: Christos Mylonas
Christos
Christos Mylonas
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on May 08, 2022

Dear Sally
We are glad that you enjoyed your trip to Greece. Thank you very much for your kind words.
It was also a pleasure for me to work with you during all that time, form the first call we had, until this last message.
Greetings form all the team
Christos

5 great nights in Athens and the Greek Islands
Greece | Apr 19 - Apr 24, 2022

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Praveen S.
Redmond, WA | Reviewed on May 05, 2022
Angela from Greece Adventure Trips organized our trip at short notice (just a few weeks). She was prompt, friendly, and figured everything out. She organized all of our travel within Greece and it went flawlessly.
Our trip started with an evening in Athens where we stayed in the Elektra Metropolis hotel (wow --- great location right in Plaka with great street walks and just 10 mins walk to the Acropolis). That evening, we did a walking tour of the Acropolis with the most amazing guide (Alex...
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Angela from Greece Adventure Trips organized our trip at short notice (just a few weeks). She was prompt, friendly, and figured everything out. She organized all of our travel within Greece and it went flawlessly.
Our trip started with an evening in Athens where we stayed in the Elektra Metropolis hotel (wow --- great location right in Plaka with great street walks and just 10 mins walk to the Acropolis). That evening, we did a walking tour of the Acropolis with the most amazing guide (Alex --- he is a trained archaeologist and he taught us so much in just two hours, great story teller, friendly and kind -- Alex also gave us great information on what to do during the rest of our Greece trip). I think we should have spent another day in Athens but I had been insistent we should spend most of the trip in the islands. Next time!
The next morning, we took a ferry from Piraeus to Naxos. Very scenic few hours, though very crowded on the ferry because it was the easter week. On Naxos, I think we were there just about at the start of the tourist season, since many places were just opening. Our hotel 18 Grapes was a boutique resort, very laid back and luxurious. The food from the small resort restaurant was amazing --- especially the sumptious and scrumptious breakfast served with style and personal charm. We took a short taxi ride into the city to walk around, check out the stores and restaurants. On day 2, we rented electric bikes at a great place called Aurelia Bikes and biked around half the island, getting to see some of the beautiful villages in the interior. We got really lucky finding Aurelia Bikes --- they manufacture their own bikes optimized for the region. When unfortunately I got a flat tire a few miles away from the store on the way back, the owner was kind enough to come out in a truck to pick me up.
The next day we took a ferry from Naxos to Santorini. Here, Angela had booked us into the Santo Maris Luxury Suites in Oia. Ultra-fancy resort hotel and just a few minutes walk from the heart of Oia (with the beautiful views, white and blue buildings, shops and restaurants). We hadn't pre-planned this, but because it was right in the midst of easter week, the same evening the citadel of Pyrgos on Santorini had its annual celebration (which is something unique --- tens of thousands of lanterns light up this citadel on a hill) --- we got to go walk around in the midst of it and enjoy the amazing experience. The next day, we did the caldera hike from Oia to Fira (beautiful, picturesque, though in hindsight should have heeded everyone's advice to go from Fira to Oia instead).
Finally, flew out of Santorini, thru Athens, and onward. Every step of the way, things went flawlessly.
Much kudos to Angela for making great default choices for us. She did also suggest various guided activities on the islands but we decided against because we just wanted to chill and do stuff on our own. Also, our party had two vegans and two vegetarians, so we weren't entirely sure a planned culinary tour or wine-and-cheese tour would work out so well for us. But for most families or groups, that would be an added plus.
In hindsight, I think I'd have added a day in Athens. The ferry has different ticket options and I think if I'd known that, I might have picked a ticket option with more of a view). I think I'd have been a bit more prepared for how touristy Santorini is (Naxos is so laid back in comparison). But those are just minor details that would have have added at most a bit more icing to our amazing Greek vacation cake.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on May 06, 2022

Geia sou Praveen and the rest of the family. :)

Thank you very much for your time writing a review for the services you had in Greece with us.

I am very happy that you had an overall nice experience here and I look forward to assisting you with your next trip to Greece! This time with one more day in Athens and visits to other islands and hidden gems of my country. :) And with ferry seats near windows. :)

Take care and always have fun!

My warmest greetings,
Angela

A truly wonderful vacation in Greece!
Greece | Apr 24 - Apr 30, 2022

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Deborah N.
Canada | Reviewed on May 03, 2022
My family and I decided to take a last minute trip to Greece. We worked with Angela who was absolutely amazing and planned the perfect trip for us that gave us everything we wanted to get out of the vacation. Angela worked very closely with us to completely curate the perfect vacation. We toured with very knowledgeable guides that enriched our experience and appreciation of the many ancient villages, sites and ruins that Greece had to offer. We spent a day hiking a beautiful gorge and were... Read more

My family and I decided to take a last minute trip to Greece. We worked with Angela who was absolutely amazing and planned the perfect trip for us that gave us everything we wanted to get out of the vacation. Angela worked very closely with us to completely curate the perfect vacation. We toured with very knowledgeable guides that enriched our experience and appreciation of the many ancient villages, sites and ruins that Greece had to offer. We spent a day hiking a beautiful gorge and were rewarded with an amazing seafood lunch at the seaside and some time on a prisitne beach on the Libyan sea, That was followed the next day with a hunt for truffles on the mountain side with a wonderful truffle hunter, his daughter and two adoable Lagotto Romagnolos, a truffle hunting dog breed from Italy that we never knew existed. We later took our treasures to a taverna and cooked a delicious truffle pasta, toured a cave and even made some pottery.

Every detail of our trip was taken care of making it a true vacation, and one that has left us with many wonderful memories and breathtaking pictures. I would strongly recommend Angela and kimkim for anyone looking to have a memorable experience.

Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on May 03, 2022

Geia sou Deborah,

Thank you for your kind words and your review.

It was my true pleasure to help you plan your family trip to Greece and I'm truly extremely happy that you had a great time here.

I hope I will have the chance to tailor a future trip to Greece for you and show you some other amazing hidden gems and some other great highlights. 🙂

Take care and safe travels!

My very best,
Angela

10 day group tour - Athens, Naxos and Santorini
Greece | Apr 17 - Apr 26, 2022

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Alysia P.
Matthews, NC | Reviewed on Apr 28, 2022
I would give this trip 10 out of 10 stars! This has been our favorite international trip that we have taken. We started planning in 2018 for a 2020 trip but unfortunately was pushed back due to covid. Our agent Harris has been fantastic to work with through our all of the hurdles. He was always responsive and organized the best tours, hotels and activities for us. Our first two days were spent in Athens. The Acropolis and Ancient Athens Mythology Tour on our first day was a perfect way to... Read more

I would give this trip 10 out of 10 stars! This has been our favorite international trip that we have taken. We started planning in 2018 for a 2020 trip but unfortunately was pushed back due to covid. Our agent Harris has been fantastic to work with through our all of the hurdles. He was always responsive and organized the best tours, hotels and activities for us.

Our first two days were spent in Athens. The Acropolis and Ancient Athens Mythology Tour on our first day was a perfect way to learn about the city. Athens was unique - lots of graffiti, history and crazy driving! We walked the streets of Plaka and got to experience some local cuisine and shopping. Our hotel Home and Poetry was perfect for our large group of 8. The rooms were quaint and the owner made additional recommendations for us during our stay.

I was extremely glad Harris recommended we stop on the island of Naxos for three days. This was my favorite stop. The island was lovely and so were the people!. We stayed at the cutest hotel Villa Adriana and the owners were amazing! The hotel was super clean, the rooms were beautiful and the food every morning was delicious. The hotel is a family owned business and the owner was so sweet! We even invited him to join us for dinner and drinks one night. We absolutely loved the food and culture with Vioma Greece that Harris booked for us. Our guide, Katarina, took us to an olive press to taste the amazing olive products, the village of Apeiranthos to eat at @platanos_tavern_ apiranthos where we had the same food stop as Anthony Bourdain. It was amazing!

Our second day on Naxos was spent hiking Mount Zas eating their famous doughnuts at the top. We followed the hike with a recommended stop for Pizza! We watched the sunset a Apollo's door, went to a Greek Othodox church service and finished our trip with a morning spent at one of the top 10 beaches in the world! The people on this island were truly amazing and some of the friendliest people we have met during our travels.

Our final stop was Santorini. I've been dreaming about visiting Santorini since I can remember! This volcanic island didn't disappoint. We celebrated our first night in Santorni with dinner reservations recommended by Harris at Aroma Avlis, restaurant and winery 🤤 The food and wine was mouth watering and the service was on point!

Our second day was spent with touring different parts of Santorini and taking insta worthy photos on the Santorini Highlights Tour! The well known village of Ouia is just a beautiful as it looks in the pictures. It was very crowded (lots of cruise boats) but I definitely want to go back because I didn't feel like I got to experience all the village had to offer.

Our last full day was a a sunset catamaran cruise through the caldera. Fantastic views, hot springs, delicious food and great company! We could not have planned a better trip and our entire group is ready to get another trip on the books with Harris and the KimKim travel team. I highly recommend them using them for all of your travel needs!

Hotel Review
Home and Poetry
Athens
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Private Naxos Food & Culture Tour
Private Naxos Food & Culture Tour
Naxos
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Local specialist: Harris Bitsounis
Harris
Harris Bitsounis
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on May 04, 2022

Hi Alysia,

Thank you very much for your kind words! All the team is more than happy that you had a great time in our sunny country. I hope that you left Greece with the best memories and I wish that we are going to work together again in the future to organize an amazing trip.

I wish you the best!

King regards,
Harris

There are not enough positive things to say
Greece | Apr 7 - Apr 13, 2022

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Lindsay C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2022
Angela was absolutely amazing. She could not have been more helpful, available, and wonderful if she tried. She went above and beyond our expectations, or even our wildest dreams to ensure that our vacation was perfect and extremely relaxing. I cannot thank her enough for her kindness and attention to even the smallest details. Read more

Angela was absolutely amazing. She could not have been more helpful, available, and wonderful if she tried. She went above and beyond our expectations, or even our wildest dreams to ensure that our vacation was perfect and extremely relaxing. I cannot thank her enough for her kindness and attention to even the smallest details.

Hotel Review
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Apr 16, 2022

Lindsay and Deanna, geia sas!

Thank you so very much for your kind words.
I am extremely happy that you had an awesome time in Greece and that you enjoyed your time here. And that I was able to assist you with that! 🙂

Really looking forward to welcoming you in Greece in the future and assuring that you will have the most amazing time, again!

Thank you so much!

Keep safe and always have fun!

My kindest regards,
Angela

Antonis was great to work with. We had a won...
Greece | Apr 2 - Apr 9, 2022

Shawn
Shawn B.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Apr 14, 2022

Antonis was great to work with. We had a wonderful trip.

Local specialist: Antonis Alexandrou
Antonis
Antonis Alexandrou
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on May 19, 2022

Dear Shawn,

Thank you for your review and your kind words. It was great to welcome you and Erin to our country and meet you in person!! Looking forward to welcoming you to Greece again soon!!

Antonis

Highly recommend trip to Greece in April!
Greece | Apr 3 - Apr 11, 2022

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Nina J.
Logan, UT | Reviewed on Apr 12, 2022

We loved our trip to Greece! Because we do not understand the language and transportation is challenging for people unfamiliar with the area, we loved the private transportation and carefully planned excursions with incredibly knowledgable certified guides.
We especially loved the walking tour of Rethymno with a local guide who lives in and loves her town. We highly recommend walking around the Acropolis and in Delphi with private guides in April avoiding the heat and crowds.
The hand picked boutique hotels were clean, centrally located and comfortable.

Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Apr 13, 2022

Dear Nina,

Thank you very much for your kind words and for appreciating our services. We always strive to make our travelers' trips as smooth as possible, and of course help them dive in the Greek history and culture and learn more about our country through the locals' perspective.
Your recommendations and input are most valuable and we truly hope to have you in Greece again, so that we can show you more.

All the best for you & Jane!
Kind regards,
Chris

Hiking in Delphi and Meteora
Greece | Apr 5 - Apr 7, 2022

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Meg B.
Peachtree City, GA | Reviewed on Apr 08, 2022
We had a wonderful trip. We had contacted Kim Kim to plan a hiking trip to Delphi and Meteora. They were so accommodating and went out of their way to plan the trip the way we wanted and not make it the cookie cutter tourist trip. Delphi and Meteora were breath taking and we could relax knowing we were in good hands. Thank you for a wonderful trip. Read more

We had a wonderful trip. We had contacted Kim Kim to plan a hiking trip to Delphi and Meteora. They were so accommodating and went out of their way to plan the trip the way we wanted and not make it the cookie cutter tourist trip. Delphi and Meteora were breath taking and we could relax knowing we were in good hands. Thank you for a wonderful trip.

Hotel Review
Dellas Boutique Hotel
Meteora, Kalambaka

The hotel staff was very friendly and the breakfast bar was perfect before a long hike.

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Divine Delphi & Breathtaking Meteora in Two Days (DAY 2) - Return to Athens
Divine Delphi & Breathtaking Meteora in Two Days (DAY 2) - Return to Athens
Greece

We love to experience hiking in whatever country we are in because you really get to see the beauty of each place. Our hiking guide was friendly, entertaining, and gave us an amazing hike to see several Monastaries and the monks cells( caves) . You cannot really appreciate the seclusion of these beautiful Monastaries from a modern road. Seeing them from the valet was breathtaking.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff was so friendly. They were kind enough to get us snacks and a picnic lunch for our hike. At the end we were met at our hotel with souvenirs of Greece. It was very thoughtful. Thank you for your hospitality.
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Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Apr 10, 2022

Dear Meg,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with your 2-days leg of your trip to Greece to Delphi & Meteora. It's always such a pleasure to know that our travelers had a great time, and I'm glad that my efforts helped in providing a truly immersive experience, exactly the way you wanted it.
Hoping that we will get the chance to welcome you to Greece again, I will be more than happy to arrange your whole trip next time.

Wishing you & your family all the best!

Kind regards,
Chris

Sit back and relax, let Kimkim do the rest
Greece | Mar 26 - Apr 2, 2022

Alyssa
Alyssa B.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Apr 06, 2022
Amazing first time experience with Kimkim. I had travelled with a big group of 10 to three destinations within Greece (8 days 7nights, with two domestic flights; international round trip not included) and everything went smooth and as planned. There was obviously close attention to detail and communication was excellent between Kimkim and us. Would definitely book through Kimkim again for future travels! Read more

Amazing first time experience with Kimkim. I had travelled with a big group of 10 to three destinations within Greece (8 days 7nights, with two domestic flights; international round trip not included) and everything went smooth and as planned. There was obviously close attention to detail and communication was excellent between Kimkim and us. Would definitely book through Kimkim again for future travels!

Hotel Review
Elia Ermou Athens Hotel
Athina

Luxurious details. Favorite parts of the stay were 1) central/accessible location, 2) the breakfast buffet and, 3) the rooftop bar overlooking the Acropolis. Staff were friendly and the shower was amazing. Treadmill is available at the gym, plus spa, and small weights in your room. Very clean and modern.

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Local specialist: Christos Mylonas
Christos
Christos Mylonas
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Apr 06, 2022

Hello Alyssa
Thank you very much for giving time to fill this review and for all the kind words about us.
I am very glad that you had a nice time in Greece and hope to see you again. Our greetings to all the group!
Christos

Awesome experience.
Greece | Mar 16 - Mar 22, 2022

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navdeep a.
Burke, VA | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2022
Awesome experience. We had the agency book us hotels , tour guides and transportation.Angela was very helpful. All we had to do was show up and she took care of everything. All the tour guides were very pleasant and knowledgeable. Angela was very responsive every time we reached out to her.I would definitely book again with them. Thankyou for a great memorable time in Greece. Read more

Awesome experience. We had the agency book us hotels , tour guides and transportation.Angela was very helpful. All we had to do was show up and she took care of everything. All the tour guides were very pleasant and knowledgeable. Angela was very responsive every time we reached out to her.I would definitely book again with them. Thankyou for a great memorable time in Greece.

Hotel Review
Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel
Athens

Great hotel with amazing staff. Awesome view from the rooftop balcony.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece

Tour guide was great. So patient with us and very helpful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Mar 29, 2022

Geia sou Navdeep!
Thank you very much for leaving such a great review!
I am super happy that you enjoyed your trip to Greece and that you were totally satisfied with all the services!
And I am super happy that I was a part of this memorable experience! It was a true pleasure to meet you and talk to you.
Hope our paths cross again in the future for your next awesome trip to Greece. 😊
Until then take care, have fun and safe travels!
My warmest regards,
Angela

Excellent Flexibility and thoughtfulness.
Greece | Mar 20 - Mar 27, 2022

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Diana S.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Mar 28, 2022
Excellent Flexibility and thoughtfulness. Christos and his team where able to provide an experience that was both flexible, and yet well organized and thoughtful. They accommodate special request for guides in Spanish for all sites. The local guides are amazing and super knowledgeable and willing to share that knowledge with our group. The accommodations and meal recommendations are also top notch. Read more

Excellent Flexibility and thoughtfulness.

Christos and his team where able to provide an experience that was both flexible, and yet well organized and thoughtful. They accommodate special request for guides in Spanish for all sites. The local guides are amazing and super knowledgeable and willing to share that knowledge with our group.

The accommodations and meal recommendations are also top notch.

Hotel Review
Fedriades Hotel Delphi
Delphi
Authenticity & Character
Location
Great location in town- just far enough way from the main noise side.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Honey Tasting  at a Farm
Honey Tasting at a Farm
Olympia

Great explanation of the culture in the are. The meal felt like a great hug from your grandmother.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Tour of Delphi
Private Tour of Delphi
Greece

Penny was AMAZING. She was really willing to answer all of our questions and her enthusiasm for the knowledge of Greek history and culture is contagious and matched the vibes of our group.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Christos Mylonas
Christos
Christos Mylonas
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Mar 29, 2022

Hi Diana
I am very glad that you enjoyed your trip in Greece and thank you for your kind words.
It was very nice talking to you, from the first discussion until the last day of your trip!
I hope we will see you again some time in the future!
Greetings from all the team!
Christos

Our trip to Greece could not have gone any be...
Greece | Mar 16 - Mar 22, 2022

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Pawanprit S.
Wolf Trap, VA | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2022
Our trip to Greece could not have gone any better! Angela was helpful from beginning to end. She answered all our questions and solved any issues we may have had. She helped us pick tours that would best fit our itinerary. The guides were amazing for every tour and very knowledgeable. The transfers and drivers everywhere were great! The hotels that were chosen were fantastic! Overall a very stress free experience booking with KimKim and Angela! Thanks
pinky
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Our trip to Greece could not have gone any better! Angela was helpful from beginning to end. She answered all our questions and solved any issues we may have had. She helped us pick tours that would best fit our itinerary. The guides were amazing for every tour and very knowledgeable. The transfers and drivers everywhere were great! The hotels that were chosen were fantastic! Overall a very stress free experience booking with KimKim and Angela!

Thanks
pinky

Hotel Reviews
Electra Metropolis Athens Hotel
Athens

Services was great and food and drinks were also great. Clean rooms!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to all the shops and activities, restaurants.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perianth Hotel
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Plaka Sunset Walking Tour
Greece

Our guides were great!! Very knowledgeable!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were great! Knowledgeable and shifted some of the tours based on what we wanted to know more about and also showed us a place for great coffee and desserts.
Transport
Acropolis, Museum & Mythology Tour
Acropolis, Museum & Mythology Tour
Greece

Kelly was amazing and knew so much and answered so many of our questions !

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Traditional Villages winter tour
Santorini Traditional Villages winter tour
Greece

This was a fantastic tour we were able to hit all the key places in Santorini! A beautiful island and our guide and driver were great!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We went to great restaurants for food and it was fresh and yummy and authentic!
Transport
Cape Sounio & The Athens Riviera Sunset Tour
Cape Sounio & The Athens Riviera Sunset Tour
Greece

Great tour!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Mar 26, 2022

Hey Pinky!
I am so happy that you had a great time here in Greece!

I am thrilled that I had the chance to be part of this beautiful experience for you. :)

Hope our roads meet again and that I will be able to assist with booking your next dream vacation in Greece (choosing other locations next time!).

Take care and safe travels!

Best,
Angela

Great time in Greece
Greece | Mar 15 - Mar 22, 2022

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Cindy S.
Plaza, ND | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2022
We had a very good time in Greece. You had a very good schedule for us. We liked all our guides, they were very knowledgeable. Enjoyed the little stop in El Castillo. Thanks for arranging the Covid test in Archova. You were very helpful when we needed you.
Thanks
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We had a very good time in Greece. You had a very good schedule for us. We liked all our guides, they were very knowledgeable. Enjoyed the little stop in El Castillo. Thanks for arranging the Covid test in Archova. You were very helpful when we needed you.
Thanks

Hotel Reviews
Amymone Guesthouse
Nafplio

Really enjoyed breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amymone Guesthouse
Nafplio

Really enjoyed breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Europa Hotel Olympia
Olimpia
Staff
very friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ganimede Hotel
Galaxidi

Very good breakfast

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
very friendly
Achilleas Hotel Athens
Athens

Walking distance to attractions.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
very helpful in helping us get phone to add maps to.
Avra Hotel Rafina
Rafina, Athens

breakfast not included. Beds are twins pushed together.

Activity Reviews
Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Athens

Kiki was a great guide

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free Day in Athens Museums
Free Day in Athens Museums
Athens

We enjoyed the Archaeological Museum and the little cafe next to it. Also enjoyed Monastiraki market. Enjoyed the Souvlaki.

Ancient Corinth Guided Excursion (Self-drive)
Ancient Corinth Guided Excursion (Self-drive)
Greece
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Liked being able to see where Paul was brought before Gallio.
Nafplio Coast and Palamidi Castle Foothills Hike
Nafplio Coast and Palamidi Castle Foothills Hike
Nafplio

We enjoyed driving up to Palamidi castle.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit to Epidaurus & guided tour (Self-Drive)
Visit to Epidaurus & guided tour (Self-Drive)
Greece

The amphitheater was impressive.

Welcome to Athens!
Welcome to Athens!
Athens
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We liked that our guides included a stop at Mars Hill.
Visit the ancient kingdom of Mycenae (Self-Drive)
Visit the ancient kingdom of Mycenae (Self-Drive)
Greece

Very much enjoyed the tour seeing the lion hate and the museum. We were amazed at how long ago it all took place.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
- Ancient Olympia Guided Tour (Self-Drive)
- Ancient Olympia Guided Tour (Self-Drive)
Greece
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Especially liked our guide.
Departure day
Departure day
Greece

We liked Delphi. They had a good museum.

Local specialist: Chris Gravas
Chris
Chris Gravas
Local specialist in Athens, Greece | Replied on Mar 24, 2022

Dear Cindy & Dennis,

Thank you very much for your kind words and for trusting me with planning this very special holiday for you. I am very happy that everything was just the way you wanted and that I could help with extra arrangements when needed. Your pictures look amazing!

Wishing you a smooth transition to your daily schedule and looking forward to welcoming you to Greece again soon!

Best,
Chris

Great trip to Greece on short notice!!!!
Greece | Mar 11 - Mar 18, 2022

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Pat O.
Franklin, TN | Reviewed on Mar 19, 2022
We decided to go to Greece a little over a month from our travel dates and we were not sure how to book the trip or where to stay or go. We came across KimKim not knowing anything about it. I filled out the information on the website not knowing what would come from it. My wife and I were amazed at the detail that was sent back to us in less than 24 hours. They assigned a travel agent to us, Angela, and she was extremely detailed and responsive. She was able find places that met our style,... Read more

We decided to go to Greece a little over a month from our travel dates and we were not sure how to book the trip or where to stay or go. We came across KimKim not knowing anything about it. I filled out the information on the website not knowing what would come from it. My wife and I were amazed at the detail that was sent back to us in less than 24 hours. They assigned a travel agent to us, Angela, and she was extremely detailed and responsive. She was able find places that met our style, budget and preferences.

All of the guides she chose were extremely professional. When we arrived we were immediately impressed with the private driver she arranged who took us straight to our perfect hotel Home Sweet Home. Alternative Athens did an incredible job taking us through the Mythology Tour and bringing it alive. It is a must do in Athens. Meteora Tours showed us the Monasteries in Meteora. With Angela’s great foresight she rented us a car to drive down to Kalamata and the Essence of Messina Guides, Fotis and George and George did an incredible job of bringing the countryside and the sea to life in with our hiking and kayaking trips. They are truly animators and Greek Ambassadors. They treated us as friends rather than clients, Their first concern was that we had a good time. As we traveled back to Athens Angela went out of her way to recommend last minute visit to Nafplio and even arranged for us to return a bit late so we could make the most out of our trip.

I cannot recommend KimKim enough for their attention to detail and concern for us to have the best trip possible. From a logistics and planning standpoint it was one of the best vacations I have ever had. Thanks Angela and thanks Kim Kim.

Hotel Review
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

The people that run Home Sweet Home care about their customers and want you to feel like you are at home. You can taste care and the warmth they put into the breakfast to make you feel like you are important guests. Don’t miss this home away from home when you are in Athens. It is perfect for people that want to tour during the day and be “home” at night. Don’t miss the decorating touch of the old phonographs and lathe you can see through the glass floor.

Tips for future travelers

Choose this hotel because it is in the perfect location to enjoy all the key spots in Athens.

Authenticity & Character
The decorating and authenticity is excellent.
Location
You can get to all the hotspots from this location.
Staff
The staff is friendly and helpful. One staff, Dena, even found some bananas for us when she knew we would miss breakfast in the morning.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Plenty of hot water and rooms cleaned every day.
Activity Review
Hiking Kardamyli
Hiking Kardamyli
Greece

Fotis is very knowledgeable about the area and brought the countryside to life as he toured us up the mountain and down. Kardamyli has been his backyard his whole life and he has a wealth of knowledge.

Quality of Experience
Fotis is a high end tour guide with his knowledge of the area and his vast experience.
Food
The food was excellent and authentic fresh Greek food. Make sure he sprinkles the oregano and sea salt on the vegetables and oil.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Fotis wants us to have a good time and enjoy the area.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Mar 21, 2022

Katrina and Pat, I am extremely happy that you had a great time in my country and that I was able to be part of it!

I am so glad that you enjoyed your tours and hotels.
It was a true pleasure to provide you with a great experience in Greece.

Wish you both all the best! You are great and extremely sweet people.

Safe travels!

Best,
Angela
P. S. Your photos are amazing!

Winter in Crete - HIGHLEY recommended!
Greece | Dec 26 - Jan 1, 2022

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Alan H.
Rosemount, MN | Reviewed on Jan 17, 2022
Our trip, planned with Chris's help, was fantastic from start to finish! We asked Chris to help us plan a low key adventure on Crete. From helping us make air arrangements, to private transfers to and from our hotels, everything went smoothly. The hotels (GDM Megaron in Hiraklio and Veneto in Rethymno) were both amazing. The Megaron was close to everything we wanted to do and the view of the seaside was beautiful. The Herakleion Archaeolgical Museum and Knossos were our first big day events... Read more

Our trip, planned with Chris's help, was fantastic from start to finish! We asked Chris to help us plan a low key adventure on Crete. From helping us make air arrangements, to private transfers to and from our hotels, everything went smoothly. The hotels (GDM Megaron in Hiraklio and Veneto in Rethymno) were both amazing. The Megaron was close to everything we wanted to do and the view of the seaside was beautiful. The Herakleion Archaeolgical Museum and Knossos were our first big day events and really started our Cretan adventure off wonderfully. Instead of actual guides, we chose self-guided audio tours for both and were very satisfied. We were able to go at our own pace without need of meeting up with people at specific times. Walking through the fortress to just exploring the streets and shops in Rethymno made for perfect days.
Rethymno and Chania were our main locations of adventure. The staff at the Veneto were very helpful and everything felt so safe in these uncertain pandemic times. Restaurants that are musts include Oinoa in Chania; Dounia Taverena in Keramion, which was quite an adventure to find, but well worth the beautiful drive in the countryside on narrow winding roads; and, Hasika in Rethymno for wonderful local fine dining! Looking forward to our next Kimkim guided trip!

Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Harris is Amazing!!! Athens and Greek Islands
Greece | Aug 25 - Sep 1, 2021

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Karyn J.
Stockton, CA | Reviewed on Dec 07, 2021
Harris and his team did an excellent job in making our first Greece trip memorable. His recommendations made for a stress free introduction to true Greek culture. When our first flight was cancelled, Harris was able to quickly adjust our Athens tour to accomodate our new arrival date and time. We were amazed and very much appreciative of his successful efforts. Our drivers were prompt, courteous and personable and the hotels were clean, comfortable and hospitable. And the food was Amazing of... Read more

Harris and his team did an excellent job in making our first Greece trip memorable. His recommendations made for a stress free introduction to true Greek culture. When our first flight was cancelled, Harris was able to quickly adjust our Athens tour to accomodate our new arrival date and time. We were amazed and very much appreciative of his successful efforts. Our drivers were prompt, courteous and personable and the hotels were clean, comfortable and hospitable. And the food was Amazing of course!!

The KimKim team kept in touch with us and shared our itinerary every step of the way. It was similar to having our own personal assistant keeping us informed and on schedule!! I would would highly recommend using KimKim to anyone who wants to spend more time relaxing and less time stressing over trip details.

We enjoyed every minute and look forward to returning and working with Harris again. Thank you Harris, we sincerely appreciate everything that you and your team did in creating this wonderful beautiful trip of ours. Big Virtual Hugs!!

Local specialist: Harris Bitsounis
Harris
Harris Bitsounis
Local specialist in Athens | Replied on Dec 10, 2021

Hello Karyn,

First of all I want to say that I am more than happy hearing that you had an amazing time in Greece and you enjoyed all the destinations you have visited. It's really important for the whole team to work and give you the best possible experience in our sunny country. I will be more than happy to work again with you in the near future and organize another wonderful trip, in different destinations this time.

I wish you all the best!

King regards,
Harris