Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

Without exception, all of our guides were intelligent, knowledgeable, professional and fun.

We felt like we started many of the guides as customers and ended our activities as friends!

We engaged in a wide variety of activities from ebiking and hiking a gorge to fishing and a sunset cruise and all the drivers and guides were on time and excellent!

Hotel Reviews

Niche Hotel

Athens

We stayed one night at Niche Hotel. The property is an ideal location for all your acropolis type tours and offers an exceptional view of the acropolis from the rooftop bar and terrace! The rooms are exceptionally clean and the bed and pillows are really comfortable, and you can swap pillows for the type of sleeper you are! The breakfast buffet offers a wide variety of foods!

Authenticity & Character

Right in the middle of Athens culture

Authenticity & Character

Right in the middle of Athens culture

Location

Can’t be better

Location

Can’t be better

Staff

Great people

Staff

Great people

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bed and pillows are great!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bed and pillows are great!

Samaria Hotel

Chania Town

Samaria hotel is a boutique hotel with an exceptional location to everything Chania has to offer! The property is exceptionally clean and even smells wonderful. The pool is a hidden oasis. The breakfast buffet offers a wide variety to fuel up for your day!

Authenticity & Character

Location and service

Location

Right in the middle of the action!

Staff

Everyone is exceptionally attentive

Cleanliness & Comfort

Crispy white

GDM Megaron

Heraklion

Great location to the ferry and town center. Excellent views over the harbour. Quality breakfast buffet is a bonus. The rooftop bar and pool are a nice retreat after activities.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right in the middle of it all

Staff

Very nice people working hard!

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean suite

Anteliz Suites

Fira

The service was exceptional and the location and views are magnificent! We had a room with a private infinity pool overlooking the caldera, it was stunning. The rooms and property were exceptionally clean and maintained. The breakfast overlooking the caldera is delicious and you have a full menu to choose from!

Authenticity & Character

Combination of location and staff

Location

Incredible views

Staff

Without exception every staff member was fabulous.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Crispy and white

Activity Reviews

Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise

Santorini

Viewing the caldera and the cities of Santorini from the water is magnificent. You learn a bit of history while experiencing breathtaking views! It was a bit on the cool side the day we went but my adult children still swam! The lunch / dinner was adequate. The sunset was spectacular!! *** our transport driver drove like a maniac. It made many of the ticket holders uncomfortable. While I can see why the transports back down the hill toward the port I don’t believe the driver needed to accelerated in reverse ***

Quality of Experience

Sunset

Food

It was an adequate meal for a day on the water

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Catamaran crew was amazing!

Transport

Driving way too fast making customers uncomfortable on the way to the cruise. On the way home we had a different driver who was great.

Private Minoan Tour of Knossos & Archaeological Museum

Heraklion

Our guide was excellent and the tour was extremely informative and focused on the most important elements from history. Having a tour guide truly helps you understand museums and ruins and acts as a fast pass versus trying to decipher each exhibit alone!

Quality of Experience

History

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great driver and guide

Transport

Safe and personable

South Coast E-Bike Adventure

Santorini

Ebiking is an exceptional way to see different areas of a city while exercising and not having the hassle of parking and traffic. Our tour was about 4 hrs and we explored many viewpoints and historical landmarks. Our guide Katarina was EXCELLENT! She was so friendly and welcoming and a top notch guide! She also took lots of candid photos of us and shared them at the end!

Quality of Experience

Combination of our guide and all the viewpoints

Guides, Drivers and Staff

KATARINA was great!

Transport

On time and reliable

Overall, we had an amazing trip! Everyone was very accommodating and friendly. The itinerary was easy to follow and detailed. We did run into some challenges with one of the driving companies in Mykonos, who left before we arrived from our ferry after it had been delayed. We reached an agreement with one of his colleagues but it did require a lot of pushing from our end. Our hotel in Santorini also had a power outage with no electricity or running water the night before our flight and we weren’t able to reach the hotel management and the alternative contact information they shared with us upon arrival, which was disappointing.

We had a great trip to Greece. All the places we stayed and people we encountered were very helpful. We had a very fun time.

Our first experience with Kimkim (a trip to Greece and southern Italy) was very positive. We are accustomed to planning our own trips but found the advantages of working with Kimkim worthwhile: our agents offered experience and advice that can otherwise be difficult to come by; the agency provided services that smoothed the way where we would have struggled (for example, getting from airports to hotels); suggestions were provided for activities we otherwise wouldn’t have known about, such as stopping on our drive from Athens to Nafplio for a wine tour and lunch. We would not normally have opted for private tours but found them excellent and well worth engaging. A few itinerary details in Italy were erroneous but we worked them out, and one tour was disappointing, but both our agents were very responsive when contacted. Our primary agent, Chris, listened carefully and planned thoughtfully, as well as checking in with us during our trip. Thanks for your valuable help!

Activity Reviews

Mothia - Masala with salt pans visit

Greece

We visited historical sites in Marsala followed by Mothia, remains of a fascinating Phoenician settlement. Our guide managed to fit in a good deal! Afterwards we toured the salt pans and saw how sea salt was harvested, saw the old wind-powered grinding stone, and had a salt tasting. A great day.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Santa Margherita di Belìce - Guided tour

Greece

We were given a tour only of the Gattopoardo Museum by an English-speaking cousin of a museum employee, although I had requested history and culture of the town.

Quality of Experience

Mazara del Vallo - Selinunte

Greece

Another great guide, interesting site. Huge!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Palermo Street Food Tour (morning)

Palermo

Fun! Great food! Included historical sites, and although we had seen some of them the previous day, we got a different perspective on them.

Guided tour of Palermo

Palermo

Another great guide. She also pointed us to an ethnographic museum because we were looking for more cultural and anthropological informaition.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Full day tour to Pompeii & Naples

Greece

Pompeii was fascinating. The guide, however, tended to walk ahead with my husband so I missed much of what he said. The tour of Naples was pretty good. The driver was careful.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Herculaneum visit with a private guide

Greece

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Visit the ancient kingdom of Mycenae (Self-Drive)

Greece

Great guide, knowledgeable an interesting.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Visit to Epidaurus & guided tour (Self-Drive)

Greece

Great guide, knowledgeable and interesting.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Nemea Wine Tour & Lunch

Greece

Beautiful setting, tasted four wines, then had lunch. A nice stop on a drive, and fun to learn about local wines.

Quality of Experience

Food

Delphi Day Trip From Athens

Greece

The site is not one to miss. The group tour is okay.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Perhaps not the clearest communicator

Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour

Athens

Our guide was so knowledgeable and engaging!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our local specialist, Angela, was incredible! We truly had the most memorable and perfect trip to explore Greece. We loved all the boutique hotels and their locations were exactly what we wanted; secluded and quaint, but also close enough to the restaurants, shops, and "tourist spots" that we wanted or needed to see. She handled all the private transfers to and from where we were going which was a great touch. We didn't need to worry about anything and could simply enjoy the beautiful country.

Regarding the itinerary, we had something planned every day of the trip but it never felt like too much. Most activities started in the morning and were finished by the early afternoon so we still had half of the day to walk around or relax. The exception being one longer excursion where we made the drive from Athens up to Mount Parnassus (Arachova/Delphi), which turned out to be one of the best days of our trip. Because of the longer trip, we spent most of the day with travel and sight seeing but our guide, Adam, was funny, very personable, and extremely knowledgeable. He really went above and beyond that day and even extended the trip by an hour to show us one additional spot! On Mykonos, we took a tour of the whole island with our guide, Eddy, and he also went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Because of the time of year (less crowded than peak tourist season), he even took us to a few added spots for great pictures and bought us both a Freddo Espresso and some baklava. Lastly, on Santorini we took a kayak tour and got to see parts of the island that weren't accessible by road. Our guide, Kalliopi, was SO great. She was funny, nice, and so personable. We absolutely loved kayaking through the caves, seeing the black, white, and red beaches, and the homecooked picnic lunch. She even took pictures for us while we were out on the water!

Truly the best vacation that will be hard to ever beat!

Hotel Reviews

Above Blue Suites

Santorini

Imerovigli was incredible as a location to stay in Santorini. Located at (or close) the highest point on the island, the views were unmatched as some of the best on the entire island. This side of the island faces west which allows for incredible sunset views. Our room had a private hot tub and balcony and we were able to watch the some of the most beautiful sunset views in the world from the comfort of our room. The location was quiet and relaxing but was very close to many restaurants and tavernas and was not a bad walk down to Fira if we wanted the more bustling and lively vibes. The hotel served breakfast each morning at a designated time (you could change it each day if needed) which we ate on our balcony with a stunning view. The staff also gave us a "breakfast bag" on our last night as we had an early flight out in the morning and were leaving before their first allotted time. The staff and service were great; it was unseasonably chilly during our time in Santorini (mostly felt in the mornings and evenings), and we asked them to turn up the temperature on the hot tub which they did the next time we were out of our rooms.

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Location

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Mykonos Waves Hotel

Mykonos

Truly serene boutique hotel. It was in such a quiet area with a beach directly across the street. The pool was SO nice and and the sunsets were beautiful to see from our room. We loved the location because where we were located, it was still so close to Mykonos Town and the hotel provided a free shuttle until 9:00PM (21:00). The staff here was the best of our entire Greece trip in terms of recommendations, accommodations, and helping with just about anything we needed.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Quiet location but close enough to walk to many restaurants as well as the supermarket. Very short car ride to Mykonos Town

Staff

Anastasia worked the front desk and truly went above and beyond ensuring our stay was perfect. She helped us coordinate the free shuttles, gave recommendations on where to go, and was very personable during our stay.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Ava Hotel & Suites

Athens

Loved this boutique hotel. Located right in Plaka so you are very close to the heart of Athens, but its located on a quiet street that was perfect. Our hotel room had a balcony where we could see both Hadrian's Gate and the Acropolis. They had a bottle of champagne upon arrival, which was a great touch. The room was great with lots of amenities and a mini bar with snacks and drinks available to purchase. Our flight arrived early and the room was not yet available but they let us drop off our bags so we could explore Athens and the bags were already in our room when we arrived in the afternoon to check in. A breakfast buffet was served downstairs every morning and the food was great with a very wide selection (pastries, hot breakfast, coffee, juice, granola bars, etc.). The perfect place to start our Greece vacation.

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Activity Reviews

Explore the South Coastline of Santorini with kayaks - Sunset

Santorini

The kayak tour was such a great day! Kalliopi was truly one of the nicest, most genuine people we met while in Greece. She was so personable, funny, and inclusive during the trip. We were picked up right next to our hotel and drove to a more remote part of Santorini. We arrived and waited for the other transfer with guests and everyone was so friendly. Kalliopi offered everyone coffee while we waited and then started to give everyone their gear. We were given hats, life vests, and really everything we needed. Kalliopi even included a water-proof phone case for everyone so they could take pictures while out on the water. We all departed in the kayaks and saw the Red Beach, White Beach, and then Black Beach and got to see the two caves which were so cool! The water was really calm so our guide was able to show us all of her spots. We then started to head back but stopped on the Black Beach to eat lunch. It was perfect! Kalliopi and her assistant set up towels for a little picnic and the food (which i think may have been home-cooked!) was really good! We had time to relax and swim/snorkel before finally heading back to the start. The views were so cool to see since they were only accessible by boat! We got so lucky that our group was all incredibly nice and we got to know most of the group by the end of it. When we arrived back at the house, we were offered a glass of wine or beer so everyone got to talk and relax afterwards. Kalliopi really goes above and beyond to ensure everyone has a great day. I wish more human beings were as genuine as her!

Quality of Experience

Food

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Panoramic Tour 2026

Santorini

The panoramic tour is a must in Santorini! The island is much too large to be able to see all the sights and this was the perfect way for us to see and explore Oia (due to us staying in Imerovigli) as well as the wineries and some of the beaches on the other side of the island from where we stayed. We were picked up from our hotel and drove straight to Oia as the early morning pickup helped us to beat some of the big crowds there. We were dropped off by our driver and our guide, Alyssa, walked us through Oia to see many of the iconic sights and views of that area. We walked all the way to the end and got some great photos. The timing was fantastic because as we walked back to where we began, the crowds and tourists were already picking up and it was starting to get quite busy. We then drove over to the winery where we learned about the volcanic soil and how it affects the famous wines from Santorini, which was super interesting to learn about and how it contrasts to the Napa Valley wineries back in the US. We got to taste three wines afterwards and they also served us water and various nuts/cheeses that paired with each. It was such a quaint and relaxing stop! We next traveled up to the monastery which was very cool to see; we even saw a monk out working in the garden! Our last stop, we drove down to one of the black beaches to each lunch. The restaurant (named 41) was such a cool stop. It was located right on the water and the food was incredible. We wouldn't have been able to experience this side of the island had we not done the tour! My only criticism from this day (and its hardly one) was that because the tour group's office was on the return trip to Imerovigli, they dropped off Alyssa before us so that the driver could continue afterwards to his next transfer. The dispatch had called shortly before they dropped her off so there wasn't really any notice for anyone and I would have liked to be able to give her a tip in person. I talked to the driver and explained that I wanted to give them both a tip but missed the opportunity to give one to Alyssa and he said they all have a great relationship and would give it onto her. The problem was she was actually the one that spent the majority of the tour with us and I did want to give her a larger one than him (even though I really liked our driver as well), but felt guilty so I tipped them both the same. Again, it was really not a big deal and the drop off came suddenly from Santorini's Luxury Travel, but I did feel bad for Alyssa.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mykonos, Rhenia & Delos Catamaran Cruise (morning or afternoon)

Mykonos

The catamaran cruise was a great change of pace from the other excursions! We got on the cruise early and set sail once the group was all on board, we were all served drinks (water, soda, wine, or beer) and then made our way to Delos. As we got close, the crew explained some of the ancient mythology and significance of Delos being the birthplace of Apollo and we slowly cruised by the island where we could see the ruins and take pictures. We continued our trip to a bay in Rhenia where the crew dropped anchor and we could swim and relax for an hour or two. The water was a bit cold so we didn't swim but still could relax and drink on the boat. We met a lot of funny and interesting guests which really made this excursion so much fun. They served us pasta for lunch which was really well prepared considering they made it on the ship. After a day of drinking on the catamaran, we felt like we were friends with all the guests by the end of the cruise. Such a fun day and the dock was directly next to our hotel so is was extremely easy to return back home after docking!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Mykonos Island Tour - Like a Local!

Mykonos

Although Mykonos is a smaller island, the tour was so fun! Our guide, Eddy, was so friendly and personable. He grew up on Mykonos and his knowledge was very apparent, he knew everything about the island like the history, culture, all the best spots! It really felt like we were spending several hours with an old friend. We drove past Mykonos town and stopped for some great pictures, and then drove to the lighthouse which was absolutely stunning. As we drove through the countryside of the island, he talked about the history, what to look for, how the stone barriers were actually the old property lines, the churches. It was so interesting and the views were so beautiful to see. Eddy also stopped in the middle to get everyone a Freddo Espresso and baklava from a cafe. The cafe was actually out of the baklava, so he made it a point to stop towards the end of the tour at another cafe to make sure we got to try it. We ended by driving to see the monastery and then all the various beaches and got out at many for great pictures. He really balanced the tour really well with ensuring we could capture the views with picture locations and also seeing and learning the cool spots on the island. Overall, it was such a fun day and the tour ended in the early afternoon, we still had so much of the day left for ourselves!

Quality of Experience

Our guide, Eddy! He had the tour down to a science. Knew the best picture locations, was extremely personable. Ensured we had a great time!

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Transport

Private Jeep Tour to Delphi, Mount Parnassus, and Arachova

Athens

Initially we were a bit apprehensive due to this excursion including a long drive up into the mountains, but we were so thankful that Angela reassured us that the roads would not be too treacherous because this day turned out to be one of our favorites of the whole Greece trip! Our guide, Adam, picked up us early at our hotel and we ventured out of Athens into the countryside. The views were beautiful and he quickly started to talk about Greece's landscape and everything going on in the country (like the past wildfires that have hit Greece as we passed some areas with the remains of the flora). We stopped not too long into our drive in Thebes (Thiva) at a coffee shop where we all got some espressos which was a nice touch. We then continued onto our drive up towards Mount Parnassus and Adam was terrific in terms of the conversation; the two and a half hour drive really went by rather quickly. We arrived in Delphi and Adam walked us all the way to ticket booth at the Archeological Ruins, we connected via WhatsApp with him and he reassured us to take as much time as we wanted seeing both the site and the museum afterwards and to just message him once we arrived in the museum so he would bring the car back. The ruins were awesome to see, and despite not having a guided tour group, Adam had already went into a lot of the detail about the ruins, about what to look for, so we still got a great sense of what we were looking at (even down to the Roman vs Greek architecture). We walked all the way to the top and saw the stadium before venturing back down and went into the museum, which was also amazing to see it have so many old artifacts. Adam picked us up immediately outside the exit of the museum and then even had us stopped at a couple places before we left for us to stop and take our pictures. We then all drove to Arachova for lunch which was such a quaint, beautiful place up in the mountains. We laughed because he took us to the restaurant and ensured we had THE best table on their outdoor patio that could see the all the way down the mountain to the bay before he left to head back to the car. After eating, we reconvened and then had a very short drive to get some fantastic pictures of Arachova. Afterwards, Adam said that although we had an itinerary for the remainder of the day, but we could do or go anywhere we wanted for the rest of the day. From our conversations in the car, he learned that my wife had studied geology back in university so he gave a idea to instead drive back towards Athens the highway route and go see an ancient Greek quarry like that one mined to build the Acropolis. It was actually another part of a separate tour that he also did. We loved the idea so we agreed, and we drove back (including the off-roading portion) and arrived at one of the ancient quarries that was incredible to see with such a beautiful view of Athens as the sun began to set. He again went into such detail about the quarry and showed us an old monastery that was built into the side of it where we went in and took pictures. The trip actually went over the allotted time (he asked or mentioned it multiple times to ensure we would be alright with this!) before taking us back to the hotel. It can't be overstated how much Adam went above and beyond that day for us and as I had said, it was truly one of the most fun days of the whole trip for us.

Quality of Experience

Location, views, our guide. Everything about the day was great!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Adam truly went above and beyond the entire day. It was a long day to be on the tour, but had to feel even longer as a guide, yet Adam was so great from the moment we started until the end.

Transport

Athens Highlights Mythology Tour

Greece

Really enjoyed the mythology tour! Our guide, Alex, was incredibly smart and knowledgeable and did a fantastic job discussing both the history of each temple/structure as well as explaining the mythological stories and relevance. I have more background knowledge of Greek mythology than my wife but neither of us felt out of place during the tour. Alex really did a great job tying in both ancient Greek life into context today and it was very cool to hear just how many common English words stem directly from Greek and particularly Greek Mythology. May 2026 was one of the first months with the exterior scaffolding removed from the Parthenon which was awesome!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Siena and Lea were great at helping us book a great itinerary of fun exploration and relaxation! We will definitely use the again in the future!

Hotel Reviews

Ducato di Oia Boutique Hotel

Santorini

Great location with a lovely hot tub! The staff were super helpful! Definitely in a place of SUPER HIGH tourism though, and need assistance with luggage on stairs and finding the hotel initially.

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Adorno Beach Hotel & Suites

Mykonos

Nice, peaceful hotel. We had the BEST view from our balcony of the beach. Close to great restaurants in walking distance, and a short taxi ride to downtown. I would recommend this place and suite to future travelers.

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The Foundry Suites

Athens

perfect location and the rooftop was amazing!

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Activity Reviews

Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise

Santorini

The ride itself and the sunset were beautiful. The food was SO GOOD. However, it was a pretty large group and we couldn't get off to walk on the beaches. A great experience, but a smaller group might have been nice.

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Food

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South Coast E-Bike Adventure

Santorini

Our absolute FAVORITE excursion. Katarina was amazing, a great way to see so much of the island and villages, and get away from the tourist crowds. Would recommend this to anyone, and the e-bikes made it very relaxing!

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Traditional Vineyards & Wine Tasting Experience

Santorini

Our guide was very knowledgeable, we learned SO much about Santorini. A good way to get away from the heavy touristic area of Oia.

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Delos & Rhenia Sailing Cruise & Lunch

Mykonos

Loved the smaller group. Definitely colder for May, would suggest bundling up more than we did! But great trip to Delos, and Rheas with AMAZING lunch on board.

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Food

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Chora Food & Culture Walk

Mykonos

One of our favorite excursions. Loved that it was just us two and our guide. He was amazing (Lorenzo). Food was great, learned lots about Mykonos.

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Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology Walk

Athens

A must for visiting Athens to learn about the history!

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Self-Guided Lycabettus Hill Visit

Athens

more strenuous than we expected, but in a good way! Worth it for the view, and made for a great welcome to Athens!

Quality of Experience

The KimKim team was amazing to work with from planning to in country support. They guided us to great hotels, excursions and transportation while helping us stay within the budget we had set. I highly recommend KimKim for planning your dream vacation!

Our trip that we booked through KimKim with our agent Erika was better than we even dreamed it could be! From the very beginning we were amazed at how perfectly Erika had matched the tours to our distinct likes and wants. The food tour in Athens with Alternative Athens was so fascinating to be able to understand the story behind why this food and the way it is prepared is important and what to look for when buying these items. Sitting around the tables with others as conversations erupted and enjoying the food was a highlight. Naxos was our favorite island and one we know we would choose to return to. The Adriana hotel was so convenient and beautiful with the ability to walk to everything within 10 minutes, and we loved eating our lovely breakfast outside every morning. The countryside walk with Naxos Cultural Tours was absolutely amazing and our guide Elizabeth was fantastic. Her knowledge and just overall kindness and joy about everything and everyone we encountered was intoxicating. The Gerofinikas Hotel on Sifnos though was the ultimate highlight of our trip. It was like walking into a dream world of luxury that we didn't know existed! Everything is geared around being outside and all your needs were met with such quiet kindness. The staff truly made you believe they existed only to make your trip magnificent. From delicious food eaten outside with the most stunning landscape, to handcrafted drinks from the bar to the on demand coffee shop we felt so pampered. We truly did not want to leave that magical place. The experience we will never forget though was the cooking class at Narlis Farms. Cooking with George in his farmhouse, walking his farm as he educated us on farming without water, and then eating the dishes we made around his large kitchen table will be what we will continue to daydream about for many years. Milos was full of beautiful beaches that continued to take your breath away, and the catamaran adventure would've been much more enjoyable if it hadn't been 65 and cloudy, but no one can control the weather! We loved our food and wine tour though with Micheal from Travel Me to Milos! We felt like we were hanging out with an old friend who truly wanted us to love his home and we could've stayed with him all day. All in all, the trip was way more than we had hoped to experience, and we truly didn't have one low point or regret. I've never been able to say that about an international trip, so we are extremely grateful to KimKim and have told all our friends about the great value of your travel agency. Thank you!

Hotel Reviews

Adriani Hotel

Naxos Town

We loved the ability to walk to anything we desired in town. Everything was within a 10 minute walk. The morning breakfast were such a highlight as well as the food was a wide range of delicious authentic Greek food and we always chose the option of eating outside on the covered patio amongst the beautiful flowers and weather. The owners were so helpful and we even rented a car through them that gave us the ability to travel all across the island. Our room was spacious and very comfortable with a large shared sundeck and view of the city. A great experience!

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Gerofinikas Boutique Hotel

Sifnos

The Gerofinikas Hotel was like stepping into a magical land of luxury from the first moment we walked through the entrance in the hedge. We both seriously gasped! The extraordinary view that you receive from anywhere that you're outside in the resort is worth the stay alone, but the experience doesn't end there. They pamper you with a private small scale restaurant only available to guests that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, where you can either eat inside or on the covered patio with that incredible view. A full service coffee bar and bar open all day where they will serve you by the pool or lounging area. Each room has a secluded patio with that once again incredible view where you can lounge away. The staff was so calming and kind and truly made you feel that they existed to make your stay the best it could possibly be. It is only a 10-15 min walk from two nearby towns with many restaurant offerings as well if you choose to go out. Our stay at the Gerofinikas Boutique Hotel will forever be the highlight or our trip to Greece, and I will go so far to say that you should go to Sifnos, if only to experience this hotel. We will never forget it.

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Location

Staff

Their kindness and desire to make your stay as wonderful as possible.

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Activity Reviews

Private Food & Wine Discovery Drive

Milos

Taking this tour with Michael was like hanging out with an old friend from the moment we got in the car. He was so fun, knowledgeable and real about growing up on this island, the good and the bad. We had so many great conversations and his love and passion for Milos is so evident. We would've hung out with him all day!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

The car was a brand new Mercedes SUV, so it was definitely luxurious.

Traditional Cooking Class at Country Farm

Sifnos

This experience was hands down the highlight of our trip. Getting to spend this time with George around his table, in his kitchen and as he walked us through his fields explaining how to grow produce without water will be an experience we will never forget. His knowledge and love for preserving these ancient ways enchanted us and helped us realize what life on this island was truly like and what is being lost. Plus when do you get to sit around a table with a celebrity chef getting to eat food that he lovingly prepared? It was like being invited over for a family dinner but with a loving education provided as well. This is definitely a not to be missed experience for foodies and nature lovers alike!

Quality of Experience

Food

FANTASTICALLY DELICIOUS!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We were able to walk there in under 10 minutes from our hotel the Gerofinikas.

Private Countryside Walk: Naxian Villages & Local Food

Naxos

We had the most amazing time with our wonderful guide Elizabeth who was so kind and truly joyful with everyone and animal we encountered. Her love and knowledge of Naxos completely shown through, and she led us on the most charming walking tour through several villages. When she learned of my love for Greek mythology, she immediately begin weaving her great knowledge of the local area with so many of the stories. This is something I will not forget! To be able to connect so many of this iconic stories with actual real places was amazing. The food, wine, liquor and people we became acquainted with through her were definitely a highlight of our trip to Greece. You don't want to miss this tour!

Quality of Experience

Food

It was all so fresh and absolutely delicious. Plus there was so much of it, that we couldn't finish half of what we were given!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Elizabeth and our driver were wonderful hostsQ!

Transport

The car was very luxurious and seemed brand new.

We had a fabulous trip to Greece. I had dreamed of traveling there since I learned about Greek History in 6th grade. I had high expectations and I was not at all disappointed. First of all, our transport drivers were on time throughout the trip, and they were professional and personable. Our hotels were all comfortable and in locations where we could walk to restaurants, etc. We were especially impressed with ALL of the staff at the Melidron in Naxos. From the front desk to the young bar tender, to the women who prepared the homemade breakfast to the drivers, they were always there to help with suggestions and advice, they seemed as sad to see us leave as we were to say goodbye to them. We initially wondered if it would have been a better choice to stay in/near Naxos Town, since we ended up there at some point during each day, and didn't spend time on the beach except to walk by for pretty views a couple of times. But later we decided it was nice to stay in a more peaceful area that we got to know a bit better. The Santorini hotel view was spectacular, Wow!

We enjoyed all of our tours. A few of our guides were so impressive: Evita(I think that was her name) who led us through the Acropolis was outstanding, both with her knowledge of history and adapting our walking route for those who were having a bit of trouble with physically walking for long periods. Elizabeth in Naxos was fantastic, and George in Santorini was a very good guide as well. Our driver to Delphi, Nancy, was not a licensed guide, but we learned so much from her on the trip. She had lots of knowledge about Greece to share with us. We wanted to do a day trip outside of Athens and followed Siena's advice to go to Delphi. I don't think any of us knew anything about that place so I can't say we were excited, but it turns out we all really enjoyed learning about the history. Our guide there, Theo, was very knowledgeable and shared so much information about that city. I will mention that later we all commented that he was not so easy to understand, we all felt like we had to focus very intently to understand what he was saying. He seemed to talk very quickly and did not annunciate as clearly as our other guides. But we all really loved that day, including driving through two really cute towns up there, and the restaurant for lunch. I would love to go back there one day and explore the towns. We were a bit skeptical about how the marble carving experience in Naxos would be, it turns out that we all enjoyed a very different activity very much. We were also worried we would be very cold on the catamaran trip, after the weather report showed cool temps with lots of wind, but overall, it was sunny and quite comfortable until the sun went down.

The whole kimkim team was incredible. Siena listened to our needs and planned and a wonderful trip, willing to change things as needed. There were a few times we had questions while we were away, when we knew it was the middle of the night in the US. Each time somebody got back to us within minutes. It was truly amazing how quickly we would get a reply, even in the middle of the night on a weekend. We truly cannot hesitate to recommend kimkim to anyone, they make traveling so comfortable and easy. We would be happy to come back to any of these places again but there is also so much more of Greece to see. Can't wait to plan our next trip, the next one for us will be Croatia and Montenegro, about a year from now.

We were paired with Sydney as our Greece specialist. It was the trip of a lifetime and I can’t stress how great Sydney was! EVERY place we stayed was in the perfect area. EVERY tour we went on was amazing! EVERY ride showed up right on time! We couldn’t have used a more knowledgeable and helpful planner. Perfect to a tee. Already thinking about what other country we will use KimKim for. Can’t wait!

All I can say about our trip to Greece is that it was wonderful . . . The Kim Kim Team was amazing and truly made a difference all the way through — from itinerary development, to planning and logistics, and responding to questions and issues along the way. Regardless of time — day or night — Kim Kim responded very quickly and was always helpful. All of the logistics from the US to Athens to Naxos to Santorini were flawless!! With all of the drivers and guides and passes/tickets involved in the trip it was amazing that everything worked exactly as planned. The Kim Kim app with the itinerary, contact names and phone, tickets etc along with the chat feature was tremendously useful. The hotels were great, the drivers were prompt and courteous, the guides were knowledgeable and very easy/flexible to work with. I can’t say enough good things — probably the best trip that we’ve ever taken and Kim Kim was a key contributor. Will definitely use them in the future.

From the very first interaction I had with KimKim, I was very pleased. The right questions were asked to create the perfect plan to explore Greece. Every detail discussed about the trip played out flawlessly each day. The travel team was also very responsive before and during the trip (we had to change one of our excursions) and it was cared for and our itinerary was updated in less than an hour! This was a trip of a lifetime and I am so grateful that KimKim made my dream a reality.

Activity Reviews

Morning Caldera Catamaran Cruise

Santorini

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Traditional Vineyards & Wine Tasting Experience

Santorini

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

From Olive Groves to Vineyards: A Culinary Journey Through the Peloponnese

Athens

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had such a magical time time in Greece. Having everything planned out for us really took the stress out of traveling. The hotel in Athens was perfectly located so we could get right out into some great neighborhoods. Our tour of the acropolis and food tour of Athens were a special treat. These tours gave us new insights into Greece that we would never have gotten on our own. Our stay in Corfu was just as wonderful. Even though we had to cancel 2 tours due to weather, which was remarkably easy and with a quick refund. The hotel we stayed in in was run by a wonderful family that provided us with anything we needed. Even getting us a rental car delivered to the hotel so we could explore the island. We really had a great time. This was the first vacation we have done were everything was set up by an agency. I will definitely use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews

Athens Manor Houses

Athens

Interesting series of rooms right in the middle of the best neighborhoods in Athens. Great for exploring the city. Very comfortable and a welcoming staff

Authenticity & Character

Had a small little balcony to watch the activity of the people and neighborhood

Location

Right in the mix yet quite at night for sleeping

Staff

Very welcoming

Cleanliness & Comfort

Nice bathroom and comfortable beds

ELEALS Boutique Hotel

Perama

Super special hotel. The owners will provide you with anything you need for your stay. Great view of the Ionian Sea. The Breakfast is fresh and healthy. The location is close enough to all the main attractions on the island yet very private. I would like to return some day.

Authenticity & Character

The owners are super nice and will provide you with anything to make your stay fun.

Location

Close to everything yet private. Has a small private access to the water for swimming and lounging

Staff

Super nice

Cleanliness & Comfort

Comfortable beds, everything was well taken care of

Activity Reviews

Day Cruise to Hydra, Poros & Aegina

Athens

Very relaxing day cruise. We met some forever friends on the trip.

Quality of Experience

Food

Good food and drinks

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Easy to get to with the provided transfer

Morning Food Walk

Athens

We had a very fun time with our tour guide. The variety of foods and places we visited was great. The guide gave us a lot of insight into the culture and history of Athens both modern and ancient, and how the history impacted the food culture of Greece.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide was super nice and friendly. She answered all of our unrelated questions sparking some great conversations

Transport

Easy walk

Acropolis Beat-the-Crowds Discovery Walk

Athens

Great tour of the Acropolis. Small enough group to get all the details and interact with the guide and group. This was given by an archaeologist who had great stories from the history of the area and Acropolis. Super fun.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Great guide, very friendly

Transport

Good pace. Not to slow or too fast

Lana’s birthday trip to Greece was an unqualified success. You will recall that she alone coordinated with you for a variety of excursions and experiences. After the first draft was developed, she asked me for my thoughts; I do not recall suggesting any changes.
After arriving in Athens on Day 01, we rested briefly in the hotel and took pictures of the view out the window. It took us a day to confirm that we were seeing the Acropolis – but not the Parthenon because a building rose to perfectly block its view. That was rectified by going to the hotel rooftop at sunset on Day 02.
Our first excursion was with Katrine as our guide for a neighborhood food tour. While I am not a chef, and do not enjoy cooking, the details Katrine provided at each of the stops along the tour were quite informative. It was simply a superb start to our visit to Greece. If our tour ended with that tour, the trip to Greece would have been a clear success. Wonderful.
Our Day 02 with Michael was exemplary. While I had no particular interest in Greek mythology, he made the morning quite educational. It was only after another mythology tour on Mykonos with a delightful Elizabeth that I learned mythology provides a guidepost for navigating life, death, and a host of other challenges in life.
Day 03 began with different Elizabeth picking us up at the hotel in a snazzy Mercedes to begin a thoroughly enjoyable day at Hyra – and no cruise ships. When the church that she wanted us to visit was closed, we had a wonderful discussion on the ability to improvise without needing to be annoyed at the circumstance. Our engagement with the mules was fun – strangely, they did not appear to be stubborn! Our horse ride began on a low note - I was tethered to Lana’s horse whose bridle was being led by the guide – while two young Irish lasses were free to handle the reins of their beasts. On the return leg I was allowed full control and my ride was a perfect success – I even motioned the guide away when he attempted to regain control because the horse was nibbling at leaves on an overhanging tree. At the end of that day, I wished that Elizabeth could be our guide again – anywhere; she was incredibly engaging.
Day 04 at Mykonos was fun – the taxi driver humorously warned us that we would get lost in town. I’d not say we got lost, but the way back to the hotel was not perfectly direct. As we approached the hotel from our initial wandering, we stopped and watched the rehearsal of a community dance group in an amphitheater across from the hotel.
The start of Day 05 was an absolute success with Dimitri leading us on a hike from the family vineyard to the coast and back. It was more than exercise – it was pure entertainment and full of informative details about life outside town, careers, family, churches, religion, etc.
The second part of Day 05 was a bit of disappointment. The guide, Sylvia, made sure that we were photographed at all her favorite locations. That is not our style, but we accommodated her. Except for the windmills, we had already walked to the stops she led us too. Unlike the engaging, educational food tour by Katrine in Athens, Sylvia’s food tour was ultimately underwhelming. In fact, the meal that we had was the second worst of my life – and to be honest, I do not recall my worst meal. I nibbled at the gyros to be polite. At the conclusion of her tour, Sylvia insisted on guiding us to a pathway leading straight back to our hotel, before going in the direction of her car. When she was out of sight, we turned around and went back into town to wander. While hydrating back at our hotel, we spoke at length with another, engaging guest and then walked crossed the roadway to the amphitheater for the production version of the community dance group. While there were no subtitles (!) or translations available, it was enthralling!
Day 06 was fundamentally a rest day since Lana was not particularly enthused about a hike up Mt. Zeus. I was more than enthused, but that was not relevant, I’ll hike for three weeks come August.
The Day 07 bike tour on Naxos began with a hiccup. We generally are at meeting points ten minutes early and are present when the driver or guide arrives. That was not the case this day, so Lana coordinated with the hotel clerk to arrange a very short ride to the bike shop where we met Manos. We quickly made up for lost time and were soon on e-bikes headed for the hills. What an absolute gem of an excursion. The experience matched that of the Athens food tour with Katrina and Elizabeth’s tour of Hydra in terms of quality, content, and immersion into Greek culture. Time at the goat farm was simply priceless. Fabulous beyond words. The evening mythology tour, while somewhat repetitive, proved to be very enjoyable. I don’t recall ever listening to English being spoken with a foreign accent with such perfect enunciation and pronunciation -- and with captivating inflection. Elizabeth packaged an interesting evening and graciously melded the expertise of a very knowledgeable young member of our group.
Day 08 proved to be long and tiring. On the ferry dock we enjoyed conversing with our driver who also had driven us to the hotel on our first day at Naxos. While standing in the queue we had a good time with several fellow travelers. Since we had a reasonably late breakfast at the hotel, we were not hungry at (U.S.) lunchtime so we ate light snacks on the ferry. Another Dimitri met us at the hotel, and he was as energetic as any guide could be. Picking up on his energy, we told him that the performance bar had been set high by our previous guides. To give him full credit, he tried; but at a key point in the tour, he had to leave us to enter Akrotiri alone because he was not allowed to guide its tour. After he dropped us at the gate to Akrotiri, we had to navigate the site independently – no pamphlet was provided. I admit I did not research the site as I most certainly should have. Since we entered the site without a clue about its basics, I found a QR code that linked to an English website still in development. I also found a PDF I could download, but that was impractical on the iPhone. Halfway through the site I found audio snippets via QR, but the associated diagrams were tough to interpret and many of the objects discussed were not onsite – they were in museums. The breadth of the excavation was stunning – and I learned later that night that it might take another 100 years to finish excavation. After rejoining Dimitri outside Akrotiri, he gave us two options: visit another castle or nearby Red Beach. We chose the latter in hopes that it would bring the day to an early end. It did not and the lack of a lunch break began to take a toll on our energy and moods. After leaving the interesting beach he drove us slowly to another photo-op site and then slowly back to the hotel as if to end the tour closer to the contracted time. One last point about the tour – it was in a rattletrap vehicle that left me unable to understand much of Dimitri’s constant stream of data and eventually led me to tune him out. OK, to be fair to him, I wear hearing aids to restore consonants that over wise would be lost in the ethers. If the consonants were in fact restored during the ride, they were overwritten by the rattling. Lana and I ended the day with a short walk to a restaurant that tested my resolve to keep the hearing aids powered on. We did not get a seat with a wonderful view of the caldera, instead we were ushered to a table set partway into a serving isle. I asked to be moved inside where I then discovered I could not hear Lana over the din created by waiters, bar tenders, music, and acoustics. We asked to be moved again – and were offered a street side, outdoor seat on a very chilly night. All of that movement was of our making, and I apologized to the manager for being so picky at which point he entertained us with stories of really picky customers – a group in which he said we did not fit! We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and his gracious hospitality.
The single scheduled event on Day 09 is always one of Lana’s favorite events – a regional cooking class. The class was perfectly enjoyable; great hands-on participation. Oddly, the lunch and wine tasting afterwards was ostensibly redundant – the food was the same, but double in portion size -- and the wine was similar in the pairing. The only noticeable difference between the two sessions was the dessert. Regardless of the redundancy, the meals had exceptional Greek flavors.
The weather reports for Day 10 promised an overcast day with chilly temperatures matched by high winds which led me to research the possibility of cancellation – not a chance. We spent part of the morning stepping down the 588 steps leading to dockside. There I purchased a trophy (Greek) hat on the assumption that we would successfully ascend the staircase. We did so without the aid of mules and celebrated with ice cream cones. Following quick rehydration, we walked quickly north so we could walk out to the Rock. And then we stuffed warm clothes into a backpack and were driven to the port for our catamaran sunset cruise. The weather was not as forecast – we only needed sweaters. It was as glorious as every other day in Greece – a perfect conclusion to our very, very successful visits to Athens, Hydra, Mykonos, Naxos and Santorini.
Thank you, Sydney, for helping make Lana’s birthday travel a marvelous success.

Thank you for such a lovely and thoughtfully planned trip - Our family had such a lovely time and appreciate the way all the details came together so smoothly. Every accommodation, every transfer, and all recommendations were carefully crafted and delightfully recieved. There were far too many beautiful staff and operator interactions to single out anyone specifically - but everyone was so kind and accommodating for our kids and that means the world to us - thank you again!

Where do I begin? From the very start of the planning process to the ten wonderful days we spent in Greece, Sydney was incredible. She took the information we shared about what we wanted to see and do and turned it into a spectacular vacation. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, making it easy for us to enjoy each day—whether we were meeting a guide or wandering through the towns on our own.

What stood out most was how personalized everything felt. Sydney truly listened to what we wanted and created an itinerary that perfectly matched our interests. From the activities to the pacing of the trip, it was clear that every choice had been made with care.

Each day unfolded seamlessly, with the perfect balance of guided experiences and free time to explore independently. We never felt rushed, yet we were able to see and do so much. Sydney’s organization and attention to detail made the trip completely stress-free, allowing us to simply enjoy every moment.

We began with a fabulous Evening Neighborhood Food Walk with Katerina of Greek Travel Tellers. This was our introduction to Athens and to Greece, and Katerina warmly welcomed us to her city. We sampled food and drinks from five different establishments while learning about the history, culture, and everyday life of Athens. It was the perfect way to begin our trip and immediately made us feel connected to the city.

Another standout experience was our day on Hydra with our guide, Elizabeth of Alternative Athens. Her knowledge of the island, combined with her warm personality and easygoing demeanor, made it feel as though we were wandering the town with an old friend. By the end of our time together, we wished we could meet her again the next morning for coffee.

We also thoroughly enjoyed our hike with Dimitrius of Yummy Pedals on the island of Mykonos. We walked along donkey trails and countryside footpaths, stopping at a small church in the middle of a field. Dimitrius explained that these churches, scattered outside of town, are family churches used for special celebrations and occasions. We continued to a peaceful beach, where we cooled our feet in the water while enjoying homemade lemonade and a local pastry specialty.

On Naxos, we took a bike ride with Manos of Aurelia e-Assist Bikes through the island’s rural countryside. Along the way, we visited an archaeological site, learned about agricultural traditions, toured a farm producing cheese using traditional methods, and stopped at an olive mill museum to taste local olive oils and olives. Afterwards, we enjoyed a light farm-to-table lunch featuring cheeses made on the farm, fresh produce, and local wine before returning to Naxos Town.

After a short rest, we joined a group for the Mythology Sunset Walk and Wines of Naxos, led by Elizabeth of Naxos Cultural Tours. Elizabeth described herself as a “mythology junkie,” and by the end of the tour, she had nearly made us mythology enthusiasts as well. She brought stories of gods such as Odysseus and Poseidon to life as we wandered through the streets of Naxos Town, ending in the medieval castle district, once home to the acropolis. We then enjoyed a wine tasting in honor of Dionysus, the god of wine, before concluding at the Portara—the gate of the Temple of Apollo—where we watched a picture-perfect sunset.

Our time on Santorini included a hike down the famous Karavolades Stairs—all 588 of them—which connect the Old Port of Fira to the clifftop town above. We made it down much faster than we made it back up and rewarded ourselves with gelato to celebrate the climb. We also hiked to Skaros Rock, a dramatic promontory on the Aegean side of the island that was once the site of a castle and later served as a gathering place for the Christian community until an earthquake in the 19th century destroyed the structure.

One of my favorite things to do while traveling is take a cooking class, and our class on Santorini did not disappoint. We visited a local winery, where we learned about the indigenous grape varieties that thrive in the volcanic soil and sampled several island wines. Our cooking class was led by Chef Chris of Artemis Karamolegos Winery, who guided us through the hands-on preparation of traditional dishes. I can’t wait to recreate them for friends at home.

Our final outing of the trip was a sunset catamaran cruise. We stopped at Mesa Pigadia and Red Beach for swimming and snorkeling and enjoyed a delicious Greek barbecue while watching a breathtaking sunset. It was the perfect ending to an unforgettable journey.

While we did much more than what I have shared here, these were the activities we enjoyed the most.

Greece was truly unforgettable, and Sydney played a huge role in making it such a special experience. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a beautifully planned and memorable vacation.

Our trip to Greece was a once in a lifetime vacation and Sydney did an AMAZING job planning it. We loved that all of our transportation was done for us and we only had to meet our guides or drivers at the hotel. We all had different favorite things that we liked, but some of the ones we enjoyed the most were the food tour, the cooking class, the history of the Acropolois/Parthenon and the boat tour around Zakynthos. All of our tour guides were very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I would 100% use KimKim for other vacations in the future!

Hotel Reviews

Capolavoro Suites

Zante

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Leto Nuevo Hotel

Nafplio

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

The Foundry Suites

Athens

We loved the roof top garden area where we could see the Acropolis at night!

Authenticity & Character

Location

It was near everything and we could walk to the different markets.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Self-Guided Beach Day

Zakynthos

This was the day that we split up for a bit. My daughter and husband went to the beaches, while I had coffee and read a book. It was a light, easy day where we could take it a little bit easy.

Quality of Experience

Private Island Cruise: Best Beaches, Caves, Small Islands

Zakynthos

Our driver picked us up at the hotel and took us to our boat. The experience was amazing as we saw the bluest and clearest water we have ever seen. We were able to see sea turtles, shipwreck beach, blue caves and dolphins on the tour.

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Island Visit to Hydra or Spetses

Nafplio

Again, our driver picked us up at the hotel and took us to our boat for our day trip to Hydra. Hydra had a few beaches and lots of places to eat and shop.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our sea taxi was great and the driver gave us her business card for a ride back. She only needed 30 minutes of notice to pick us up.

Transport

Kayak & Snorkel Adventure in the Sunken City of Epidaurus

Nafplio

Our driver met us at our hotel and took us to the kayak/snorkeling. Our guides were very knowledgable and it was a highlight of our vacation.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The staff were very knowledgeable about the history of the tour.

Transport

Our driver drove us from our hotel directly to the company to kayak/snorkel.

Private Cooking Class in Nafplio

Nafplio

This was another highlight of our trip. Costas and Agathi did a great job teaching us to cook Greek food. They were very knowledgeable when it came to Greek food.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Savor, led by Costas and Agathi, were awesome at what they do and the food was amazing!

Transport

Our driver met us at our hotel, which was great, since the drive was about 10 minutes from hotel.

City Walking Tour of Nafplio

Nafplio

Our guide met us at the hotel and then showed us the historical facts about Nafplio. It was a good experience!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Self-Guided Walk to Palamidi Fortress

Nafplio

We climbed all of the stairs to see the Palamidi Fortress and it did not disappoint. The climb was a struggle at times and we had to take breaks, but overall it was a good experience.

Quality of Experience

Private Sunset Tour to Cape Sounion

Athens

We had a great time with Theo driving us to the Temple of Psoiden. He showed us things we might not have noticed on the drive there. And the sunset was pretty amazing!

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Morning Food Walk

Athens

Our guide, Claire, did an awesome job of showing us the local foods and coffee we should drink.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Private Acropolis & Acropolis Museum Experience

Athens

We met our guide at the Acropolis and she did a fabulous job of showing us the Acropolis/Parthenon and the museum. We never would have learned that much history if we had gone by ourselves.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Self-Guided Local Markets Visit

Athens

All of the locals markets were within walking distance of our hotel. It was great to sight see by ourselves.

Quality of Experience

I didn't know what to expect when I chose to use Kimkim, but after having used them I would highly recommend it to everyone! From the very beginning of trip planning, our local specialist Ina was a fantastic resource. She helped us shape the EXACT trip we wanted and dreamed of. We had several iterations of our trip, but she was very patient and kept working with us patiently to get the trip we wanted down to the littlest detail. First of all, Ina knew all the best tours and activities in each location. We had an amazing tour of the City of Athens & Acropolis, followed by a tour following Paul's footsteps to Corinth, and then in Paros we had the BEST boat tour (glaraki cruises), followed by a super fun and memorable cooking class. On top of picking the best activities for us, all of the private transportation was taken care of so there was NO STRESS. I think out of the dozens of transfers we had, only one came past the stated time and it was only late by 5 minutes so it was wonderful that we could count on the transportation to be there on time. Finally, we had a hiccup with a hotel in Paros where there were issues and the hotel was shut down for the days we were supposed to be there and Ina and her team quickly found an alternative hotel that was incredible. Instead of me scrambling to find an alternative, the Kimkim team handled it all smoothly and quickly. So to summarize: a fantastic experience from start to finish which resulted in a fun, romantic, and NO-STRESS trip.

We hit the ground with enthusiasm and excitement and were not disappointed. The accommodations were perfect for us with The Niche in Athens being our favorite. The reception and staff at all of our stays made us feel warmly welcomed and well supported. Hiking the Imbros Gorge on Crete was a stunning experience and we enjoyed eating, shopping and exploring the charming town of Chania. On to Santorini! We loved Hotel Keti and the staff. The many steps kept us in shape for our long walk from Fira to Oia. It was a challenge but we would to it again! Santorini Sea Kayak provided us with a wonderful and entertaining day of paddling and spectacular views along the coast. Adonis and Nolan were the best guides ever! We were also treated to a homemade lunch.

Naxos was a treasure and a sweet change of pace. Although the winds were gusty and it was a bit chilly we stilled loved the island. One of our favorite tours was with Natural Cultural Tours. Our guide Christos was over the top fun, knowledgeable, and entertaining. Sadly we said goodbye the Greek Islands as we headed back to Athens and our long journey home. Thank you Kim Kim for giving us this opportunity!

Activity Review

Private Countryside Walk: Naxian Villages & Local Food

Naxos

I can’t say enough about how incredible our trip to Greece was — and a huge part of that was thanks to Siena and the entire team at KimKim. From start to finish, everything felt seamless, thoughtful, and so well planned.

Even the rainy weather during our Acropolis & Mythology Walk in Athens couldn’t dampen the experience. Our guide, Michael, was hilarious, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. Our Delphi day trip was equally memorable, and the lunch stop on the drive home — arranged by our driver Chris — ended up being one of the highlights of the entire trip.

In Chania, our History & Foodie Tour was absolutely delicious (and VERY filling), and our guide Aria was genuinely lovely. We were also lucky enough to have Nikos as our guide for both the Milia Mountain wine & olive oil tasting and the Balos Lagoon/Falassarna Beach tour — and he was truly exceptional. He had such a warm, welcoming energy that he made both excursions feel relaxed and personal. We also met wonderful people on each of our small group tours, which made the experience even more special.

Eva at the Alcanea Boutique Hotel was beyond kind and accommodating. The suite was beautiful, and the location honestly couldn't have been more perfect.

One thing I especially appreciated was how supported we felt the entire time. Having contacts for every transfer and knowing KimKim was available if anything went wrong made traveling abroad feel easy and stress-free.

I would HIGHLY recommend KimKim to anyone planning a trip. We made memories we’ll never forget — and I know we’ll absolutely use them again in the future.