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Chris Leontopoulos

Hello, my name is Chris

I am Canadian by birth, but my family’s roots can be traced centuries back to two beautiful mountain villages in Greece.
One in the shadow of Mount Olympus, and one very near Ancient Delphi on Mount Parnassos.

As a boy, when my family would visit Greece, my father would take me to see the ruins at Delphi, Olympia and other historical sites. He would fill my head with a images of how life was in ancient times, tell me stories about Socrates and Alexander the Great.
Our family moved back to Greece when I was a teenager, and I have been living in Greece all my adult life.

This was a turning point in my life. 

I was intoxicated by the landscape, the culture, the lifestyle. To this day, I am constantly reading and learning about the history of Greece, crisscrossing the mountains on my motorcycle, or sailing Poseidon’s beloved Aegean sea, eagerly uncovering new aspects of the diverse culture.

Now, as a father myself, I love taking my children to those same sites, reading with them tales of Odysseus and Jason, and inspiring them to dig into the vast wealth of the culture themselves.

​My passion for exploring Greece, for learning new things, for meeting new people, combined with my high standards for quality services, has lead me to be employed in various aspects of the travel and hospitality industry since I was a teen. From summer jobs at souvenir shops, to cooking at traditional tavernas, to reservations desks, to managing small hotels.

​So it is no accident that I created a vocation based on these experiences, becoming a Greece travel specialist.

Actually I consider myself to be somewhat of an ambassador of Greece. I am always excited for the opportunity to “show off” this stunning country to travelers from abroad.

Whether it is for a romantic honeymoon, for some fun in the sun, and especially for those who want to dig beneath the surface, and uncover the many layers of this timeless and beautiful country. 

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in all things Greek!

There are so many unique islands, so many beautiful settings and sites on the mainland, so many distinct “shades of Greece” that it could take a lifetime to explore them all! So many options for amazing and exciting activities depending on one’s interests. Then, there are so many ways of getting around, some scenic, some adventurous, some comfortable, and some not very efficient! Boats, planes, cars, trains etc. Given that most visitors only get to visit Greece once in a lifetime, and they have limited time to do so, it is essential to make the right decisions when planning.

This is where I come in.

I make a special effort to understand my client’s special interests and needs, their budgets and time constraints. I strive to make each custom trip that I design exciting, memorable, and efficient so that no time or money is wasted. After so many years of exploring Greece myself, I apply my extensive experience, my passion for the culture and history, quality services and accommodations, to suggest the best locations, activities, and accommodations for each and every traveler.

Over the past few years, I have extended my area of expertise to Italy. I’ve planned several custom trips, and I’ve had the pleasure of exploring many parts of our neighboring country myself, comparing our similarities and learning about our cultural differences. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"I think that it goes back to my early love for mythology and for the Greek language.
When I first started to read the adventures of Jason and the Argonauts, of Odysseus, and the labors of Hercules, I realized that the backdrop for all these amazing tales was travel and exploration.

The Odyssey begins with this phrase:
"Sing in me Muse, and through me tell the story of that man skilled in all ways of contending, the wanderer, harried for years on end…..he saw the town lands and learned the minds of many distant men…"

As I began to learn the Greek language at an early age, I would frequently come across the term “tetraperatos” (τετραπέρατος) and I understood it to mean someone who is very intelligent, or smart.

At a later age, when I began to dig deeper into the semantics of the language, I realized that the literal meaning of the word is “one who has seen the four corners of the world” (tetra= four, + perata= distant ends).
So the Greeks have coded into their language the concept that intelligence is a direct result of travel.

As you can understand, I was left with little choice. If I wanted to cultivate myself and broaden my horizons, reading books would not be enough.

I had to get out and explore the world! "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I always like to think that the most exciting journey is the next one that is in the planning!
If I look back at my travels in Greece and abroad, I have a hard time selecting one specific trip over the other as the most unique. But I can recall highlights from many.

As a novice sailor, my first actually trip as a skipper, my wife and I chartered a boat from Athens, and on the first afternoon we dropped anchor for the night in the little gulf under Cape Sounion. It was a night with a clear sky and full moon, (planned by accident of course!) and I spent the night captivated by the spectacle of the full moon rising above and illuminating the ruins of the majestic temple of Poseidon. I don’t think that I’ll ever forget how beautiful the sight was. It was like the sea god was giving me his consent for my first trip, nodding to me that he would ensure calm seas along the way. Clearly I misinterpreted the sign, because the trip turned out to be quite an adventure in the end!

A few years earlier, I took advantage of a short hiatus between positions, and decided to “take off” on my motorcycle, to destinations unknown! Armed only with basic biking gear, a couple of changes of clothes and a map, (this was before smart phones, GPS, and Gopro cameras!). I flipped a coin to decide if I would go north or south, (it came up north) and took off! I rode for hours on end, mountain top to mountain top, tiny village to tiny village, sea side town to sea side town, only planning to get to whatever destination made sense by nightfall. I saw so many hidden corners of Greece, tasted so many local delicacies, met so many wonderful people along the way, made so many friends that I am still in touch with to this day. I still remember the sinking feeling that I had in my gut, about 10 days later as I traversed the last few miles to return to my “base” and get back to “normality”.

More recently, I had the extreme pleasure of traveling for a week on the largest full-rigged sailing cruise ship in the world, the Royal Clipper. We embarked from the port of Piraeus, with Rome as our ultimate destination. We rounded the Peloponnese, stopping at Monemvasia and Olympia. Then after a full day at sea, we reached the coast of Sicily, the town of Naxos, where we were met be a huge sign on the dock informing us that Naxos was the first Greek colony on Sicily in the 7th century BC. After a day of exploration with a rented car that took us up to Mount Etna, we sailed through the mythical straits of Scilla and Haryvdi (as Odysseus did so long ago!) and we stayed up on the deck till very late at night to see the live volcano on the isle of Stromboli as we passed it by. A puff of smoke and a bursting red hue lighting up the night sky every few minutes. Unforgettable! After exploring the stunning towns on the Amalfi coast, witnessing the amazing ruins at Pompeii, we reached Rome where we spent a couple of days taking in as many of the sites as possible, and of course enjoying the amazing food!
What made this particular trip memorable, besides the incredible cruise ship, like a setting taken out of a story book from the 1900’s, besides the amazing sites and places, was the fact that this was my first “father and son” adventure! I got to see all these things not only through my eyes, but through the wild and excited eyes of my 8 year old boy as well. A priceless experience that I wish for every parent. "

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Recent trip reviews for Chris

I don't know what I paid for with KimKim - trip was outsourced to another local travel agency.
Greece | Oct 16 - Oct 20, 2025

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Loren H.
Spain | Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
The first interactions with Chris were great and he was always quick to respond and provided great detail. In retrospect though, I think I should have demanded a phone call so that I could have talked to Chris directly and truly understood the service he was providing. I thought I was interfacing with a local and getting some local knowledge and expertise that would be carried on during my trip as rather promoted and promised on KimKim. I was quite surprised to receive a communication... Read more

The first interactions with Chris were great and he was always quick to respond and provided great detail. In retrospect though, I think I should have demanded a phone call so that I could have talked to Chris directly and truly understood the service he was providing. I thought I was interfacing with a local and getting some local knowledge and expertise that would be carried on during my trip as rather promoted and promised on KimKim. I was quite surprised to receive a communication post payment to KimKim and only about 7 -10 days prior to our departure that our whole booking was outsourced to some group I had no knowledge about of Travel12 MAMKITA and a new contact named Christos for whom I had never heard of nor spoken to. In fact, the notification specifically said "local partners don't recognize KimKim and therefore may be confused" - well I was confused!! And, nothing from Chris?? Once actually on the trip, Travel 12 Mamakita and outsourced yet again to Luxury Tours and apparently a couple of different car services.
Therefore, I really don't know what I paid for with KimKim? And while Chris told me that things would be winding down as far of the season on Naxos -- frankly that was way off too -- the hotel where were were staying was literally the ONLY hotel open at the beach -- not one single restaurant or hotel, market, bar, restaurant was open - so not one single restaurant recommendation was accurate - all were closed. I really thought a local would have known this?
I just believed there was no value added and I likely paid 40 -50% more that I should have or for what I could have simply booked on my - Certainly Chat GPT could have laid out the trip I got.

Once in Greece, I had yet another new contact on WhatsApp named Dimitris? Once I did experience problems on my trip with my flight back to Athens being canceled, I received little assistance and ultimately found my own way to the port of Naxos and booked a ferry. A strong text exchange had to occur to get the local agency, (now yet another contact named Tasos) to re-organize a private transfer pick up at the ferry versus the airport which had been paid for -- that private transfer did end up happening but was ultimately refused unless and until we paid more? What they finally organized was a taxi.

So overall - it was "ok"? I just don't know what KimKim did. They were recommended by a friend who had a good experience but my experience not so much. Doubt I would do again.

Hotel Review
Ammothines Cycladic Suites Naxos
Naxos
Authenticity & Character
Location
Travelers should know that EVERYTHING on this beach closes October 15th - this hotel is the only thing open.
Staff
Staff powered through but were tired and were staying open for the last guests booked - as the season was over.
Cleanliness & Comfort
housekeeping was FAST but again there were only 7 rooms occupied so I'm sure they got in/out so they could go home early each day
Activity Reviews
Local Transfer in Athens
Greece

It was a taxi - what can I say. He was there when we arrived so we were happy for that but didn't speak english, threw bags in the car and took us to the hotel. Very transactional - not bad but certainly not a "private transfer" or any executive or special service.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Perhaps book what we paid for?
Local Transfer in Naxos
Naxos

I think we just got lucky on this one - Billy aka "Billy the Bear" was the highlight of the trip. Was very friendly and engaging. He was passionate about making sure we had a great day given that we had challenges with the island essentially being finished for the season. He gave us a lot of local information about the island and some personal stories. He was just a very joyful person and seemed to really enjoy his work.

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Billy!
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Naxos off the beaten path Foodies’ Tour
Naxos off the beaten path Foodies’ Tour
Naxos

Elizabeth was the guide and she was quite passionate as a generational Naxonian, she gave great insight to the culture and people of Naxos.

Quality of Experience
Good pace between activities
Food
Restaurant owner/chef came out to greet us. Guide Elizabeth did eat with us and was lively in conversation. It was also apparent that Elizabeth and the restauranteurs and vendors all were friends and were generally happy to see her and us as her guests.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide Elizabeth was very good, excellent English, was passionate about Naxos and it's people.
Transport
Clean car - friendly driver
Food & Culture tour in Naxos town
Food & Culture tour in Naxos town
Naxos

Very knowledgeable and was actually a local.

Quality of Experience
Food
Tour guide watching us each and not participating with us was a bit odd and uncomfortable but food and location was good.
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Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Chris and team were outstanding on every dimension for a self-direct 18 day Greece vacation
Greece | Sep 23 - Oct 10, 2025

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Tom D.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Chris and the Travel12 team did an outstanding job of preparing and supporting a fantastic 18 day itinerary for a self-directed Culture, Sightseeing and multi-stop Greece vacation. Chris suggested mainland destinations and island stays that really highlighted the diversity of what Greece has to offer. He punctuated the trip with a mix a small group activities and self-drive / self tour options that really suited experienced travelers like ourselves. He also made adjustments to the... Read more

Chris and the Travel12 team did an outstanding job of preparing and supporting a fantastic 18 day itinerary for a self-directed Culture, Sightseeing and multi-stop Greece vacation. Chris suggested mainland destinations and island stays that really highlighted the diversity of what Greece has to offer. He punctuated the trip with a mix a small group activities and self-drive / self tour options that really suited experienced travelers like ourselves. He also made adjustments to the initial proposed itinerary to meet our cost and experience expectations
Plus while in country the Travel12 team help make a number of real-time revisions to accommodate the weather changes (i.e. rain). The responses and updates were made within short time making it easy to adjust our daily schedules.
Always polite, helpful and responsive. Really a great effort

Hotel Reviews
Athens Ivy Suites
Athens

Perfect location for central Athens - nice sized room and comfortable beds. Large bathroom

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Tsikeli Hotel Meteora
Meteora

Great location with access to mountains and restaurants. Excellent breakfast and hotel restaurant very good

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Nidimos Hotel Delphi
Delphi

Hotel is ok but not great, location not bad but very soft beds, basic room (ascetically cold) - weird small bathroom. Marginal breakfast. It just wasn't an inviting place. One plus was the parking.

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Leto Nuevo Hotel
Nafplio

Great views good beds very clean and inviting. I'd give it a 5 except for the following - issue is they kept locking the outside door hours early (supposed to be 11p and first night it poured rain and we forgot to bring the door code so at 10p we had to stand in rain and dark and call to get someone to give code so we can get in). Next night locked at 9p and there was another guest waiting who couldn't get in - but we had the code by then) When asked the next day they said it was an exception - but two nights in a row is not an exception

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Syrou Melathron
Hermoupolis, Syros

Great room and amazing sea views - loved breakfast up on the roof. Reasonable walk from main square. Bed is quite hard - but that seems to be a little more common in Greece. This would be 5 star except the room right over the main road out of town so noise from cars and especially motorcycles was enough to disturb sleep till after 12p and starting up again at 5am. For lighter sleeper it was loud enough (even with good windows/doors) to wake us up at times.

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Lithies Traditional Homes
Thíra

Really fantastic room, location, views and of course our hostess Maria - the sweetest! Loved the Caldera gives and the fantastic cave rooms - huge, with plenty of open space - tables - outdoor spaces, flowers. Just beautiful Plus inside a full kitchen and 2nd bathroom (which we didn't have need to use). Plenty of bottled water, beverages in fridge, excellent light breakfast delivered right on time. Plus away from crowds. And immaculate. Great location away from cruise ship crowds. Best stay on our trip

Authenticity & Character
A cave room in Santorini - as nice as it gets
Location
On the caldera - views for miles - tables, lounges, near restaurants and Fira - good pickup location for transfers
Staff
Maria and her staff are the best!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was cleaned and immaculate
Avra Hotel
Rafina, Attica

Fine for a quick overnight necessitated by travel. Nice sea view, comfortable beds. An actually a good hotel restaurant with a small discount so we didn't have to go out in the middle of travel layover.

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Activity Reviews
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Athens

Great guide. Everything as expected. Good stories and more than enough time for pictures, lingering and excellent info on side questions.

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Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Meteora

We didn't really need this tour because we had our own car and it was mostly just transportation. We go a refund because what we ended up on was not a private tour

Lunch with Olive Grove View
Lunch with Olive Grove View
Greece

What a wonderful family and learned a lot about olives and olive oil. Best tasting lunch on our entire trip. Amazing views over the ancient olive groves. A huge surprise at how much we liked it. (Also order a case to be shipped home). We were the only two that day so it was like a private tasting and lunch

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Food
Best lunch - beans and moussaka - plus all the olives and tasting
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Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Nafplio

Great to see Hydra - but a 2 hour ride each way from hotel was bit much. It's a cute town - and not sorry we did it - but also wouldn't put it at the top of the list.

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Premium Morning Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Morning Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini

We switched and did the sunset. Great food some excellent views. The winds that day required course adjusting - so no beaches. But all in very comfortable and pleasant. A little hectic with transfers and getting on the boat - but that's what it is. Another must do.

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Santorini Highlights & Akrotiri
Santorini Highlights & Akrotiri
Santorini

Great guide - a good way to spend the a half day in Santorini - in and out of crowds and something other than Fira and Oia. Liked seeing the variety. Enjoyed the tasting and the ancient ruins. All in very worthwhile

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Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Very pleased the way Kim Kim planned my trip...s
Greece | Sep 19 - Sep 27, 2025

Anita
Anita R.
Coral Gables, FL | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025
Very pleased the way Kim Kim planned my trip loved that the tours were a small group . All details about pick up and drops off ,transfers , etc. The drivers always on time . Very nice hotels , very good suggestions for restaurants and places to see in our free time. Loved the way activities and tours were planned but also that they gave us free time .to explore in our own . Totally recommend this agency it is amazing. Read more

Very pleased the way Kim Kim planned my trip loved that the tours were a small group . All details about pick up and drops off ,transfers , etc. The drivers always on time . Very nice hotels , very good suggestions for restaurants and places to see in our free time. Loved the way activities and tours were planned but also that they gave us free time .to explore in our own . Totally recommend this agency it is amazing.

Hotel Reviews
Athens Manor Houses
Athens

Very good location close to restaurants , walking distance to the center . very clean and nice

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The George Hotel
Mykonos

Beautiful view , very clean , very amigable staff

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Blue Dolphins Hotels & Villas
Firostefani, Santorini

Spectacular view , very close to store and reastautant , very clean . Staff was very nice and helpful.

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Avra Hotel
Rafina, Attica

Very clean and nice. , and close to the airport which was very convenient

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Activity Reviews
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Athens

Very interesting and educative tour .needa to wear very confortable clothes ans shoes , lots of ups and downs but totally worth it . The tour guy very nice and experienced

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Santorini Highlights with Wine
Santorini Highlights with Wine
Greece

Very pretty walk in the city, learn the history and their way of living. , very easy and relax tour , always wear confortable shoes and clothes lots of walking.

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Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini

The mos beautiful sunset view . The staff were very nice , very amigable and funny , food included delicious ., nice music , very relax tour. The water very cold or as they said refreshing but once you jump in you soon get used to it and dont feel so cold anymore. Totally recommend it

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Local Transfer in Athens
Greece

All tranfers were very easy , drivers always on time , we didnt have to worry about anything very nice people . We had a very good experience

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Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Five starts, The most amassing Vacations
Greece | Sep 19 - Sep 27, 2025

Josefina
Josefina O.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
I can't say enough about the amazing experience I had with Kim Kim from start to finish, everything was organized perfectly. Chris was outstanding always professional and attentive to every detail, making sure trip was seamless and stress free., All the drivers, guides and tours staff were wander full always punctual, and very helpful and very friendly. I highly recommended Kim-Kim and entire team, include the Travel 12 especial Dimitris. If you are looking for excellent service, caring... Read more

I can't say enough about the amazing experience I had with Kim Kim from start to finish, everything was organized perfectly. Chris was outstanding always professional and attentive to every detail, making sure trip was seamless and stress free., All the drivers, guides and tours staff were wander full always punctual, and very helpful and very friendly.

I highly recommended Kim-Kim and entire team, include the Travel 12 especial Dimitris. If you are looking for excellent service, caring guides, and smooth, memorable travel experience, this is the company to trust.

Hotel Reviews
Athens Manor Houses
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The George Hotel
Mykonos
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blue Dolphins Hotels & Villas
Firostefani, Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Acropolis & Athens Mythology Tour
Athens
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santorini Highlights with Wine
Santorini Highlights with Wine
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local Transfer in Athens
Greece
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Transport
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

Greece has my heart!
Greece | Aug 1 - Aug 11, 2025

Rachel
Rachel M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
Wonderful trip to Greece! The trip was well planned out, communication was on point, and fit all of our needs as a family of 5! We visited Athens, Naxos, and Santorini. All accommodations were very nice and in great locations. We enjoyed all of the activities that were planned for us. We did end up making one change to our schedule once we got there and the team was able to rework our plans to fit what we wanted to do that day. Overall, the activities were a little too history based for my... Read more

Wonderful trip to Greece! The trip was well planned out, communication was on point, and fit all of our needs as a family of 5! We visited Athens, Naxos, and Santorini. All accommodations were very nice and in great locations. We enjoyed all of the activities that were planned for us. We did end up making one change to our schedule once we got there and the team was able to rework our plans to fit what we wanted to do that day. Overall, the activities were a little too history based for my younger children, but we hit the highlights and added more beach related activities on our own. The team stayed in touch throughout the trip via WhatsApp and updated us each day with any adjustments.

Hotel Reviews
Ava Hotel & Suites
Athens

Ava Hotel is in a busy, touristy location, but is very quiet and comfortable accommodations. We could walk out of down and be in the heart of Plaka district. We had 2 rooms that were next to each other (not connecting). Best breakfast of the trip! Would definitely recommend for the Athens area!

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yummy breakfast
Location
very close to Acropolis and Plaka district, good location
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Liana Beach Hotel & Spa
Naxos

Liana Beach Hotel was a gem in Naxos. We had one room for our family of 5, but everyone slept comfortably. 3 couch beds, 1 bedroom, and 2 bathrooms. We enjoyed the amenities like the pool, spa, etc. Beach chairs on the beach were nice and there are enough that you are not fighting to get a seat. Anytime of the day you could catch a lounger or two. Only note is the beach chairs are on a public beach, so it is very crowded, but it's at the far end of the beach so not as crowded as some of the other areas. Didn't feel crowded at any point at the hotel or beach.

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Location
great beach location
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Activity Reviews
Parthenon for Kids
Parthenon for Kids
Athens

Our guide was very knowledgeable and kid friendly, but the crowds and heat killed for the vibe for the kids.

Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Naxos

We loved the visit to Maria and Spiro's farm. We made a delicious meal together and enjoyed learning more about their culture, family, and farm. Marty and Spiro do not speak English so the driver is the translator as well. We made a yummy greek meal together, but most of the food was made beforehand, so we ate promptly. The flow was well timed, we didn't feel rushed or awkward sitting around waiting for food to cook. Our three boys (12,10,6) were able to help with the meal prep and enjoyed playing with the animals. One of the highlights of our trip!

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Food
made gemista together and had a greek feast!
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Local Transfer in Athens
Greece

Transfers were well timed and professional.

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Private Delphi Day Trip with Hike
Private Delphi Day Trip with Hike
Athens

We didn't end up doing this trip. It sounded like a good idea when I was planning the trip, but I have learned from multiple vacations that a 5 hour day (or activity) is the max my family can handle. Delphi is 2.5 hours away from Athens, once we realized it would be 5 hours of round trip driving with 3 little kids, we bailed on the plan. We ended up booking a catamaran boat tour instead and it was a highlight of the trip.

Santorini Family Tour & swimming
Santorini Family Tour & swimming
Santorini

We started with a tour of Oia. The guide walked us around, I assume so you do not get lost. However, you lost the freedom to explore as you wished. We went to the Akrotiri site, which was surprisingly more exciting than we expected. There was an another private tour guide that was very kid friendly and made it fun for the kids. Then we went to the Atlantis Experience which I think you could skip honestly. We requested more time at the beach, so we skipped something else and they dropped us off and picked us up from the beach resort.

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Plans were adaptable and we got to adjust to fit the needs of our family.
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Private Santorini Fishing Day-Trip
Private Santorini Fishing Day-Trip
Santorini

We loved this activity! The private boat tour was a nice luxury and a great way to see the island. We caught 2 fish and enjoyed a yummy lunch. Captain and Skipper were very nice, knowledgeable, and friendly with the kids.

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Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

The trip was fantastic.
Greece | Jun 17 - Jun 25, 2025

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Michael A.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025
The trip was fantastic. You guys did a wonderful job of lining everything up, and it it went smoothly all the way along, and we really, really enjoyed it. Chris did a wonderful job of making sure that everything that we kind of asked for was included. We think kimkim did a wonderful job and all the things we did, such as taking us to the olive oil farm, were just super. To learn the history of those people and the views were stunning and obviously the food everywhere was fantastic. Read more

The trip was fantastic. You guys did a wonderful job of lining everything up, and it it went smoothly all the way along, and we really, really enjoyed it.

Chris did a wonderful job of making sure that everything that we kind of asked for was included.

We think kimkim did a wonderful job and all the things we did, such as taking us to the olive oil farm, were just super. To learn the history of those people and the views were stunning and obviously the food everywhere was fantastic.

Hotel Reviews
Olive Green Hotel
Heraklion

Our last hotel was perfect for our short stay. The location allowed us to explore a bit and was very convenient for our airport transfer in the morning.

Porto Veneziano hotel
Chania

The hotel in Chania was right on the waterfront, making it a fantastic place to stay. The view and location really enhanced our experience.

Athens Gate
Athens

Athens Gate was where we stayed for five nights in Athens. The location was fantastic, with incredible views from the rooftop restaurant. It was easy to walk to everywhere we wanted to go, and catching buses or getting rides was super convenient. Truly a great place to stay.

Activity Review
Private Delphi Day-trip
Private Delphi Day-trip
Athens

Our grandchild, Jake, loved the visit to Delphi. The mythological aspects of the site really engaged him, and having a personal guide who could tailor the experience was invaluable. A definite highlight of the trip.

Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

A dream trip! Beyond our expectations.
Greece | May 8 - May 28, 2025

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Susan S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2025
My sister and I enjoyed a 21 day dream trip put together by Chris at KimKim and managed by their local tour group, Mamakita Travel 12-a brilliant way to manage clients. Mamakita touched base with us on a daily basis through WhatsApp on where to meet our guides, when the driver would be arriving, our ferry tickets, etc...We felt like had family members looking after us. Chris, at KimKim did an excellent job choosing our hotels and our tours. I wanted four or five star hotels and on all but one... Read more

My sister and I enjoyed a 21 day dream trip put together by Chris at KimKim and managed by their local tour group, Mamakita Travel 12-a brilliant way to manage clients. Mamakita touched base with us on a daily basis through WhatsApp on where to meet our guides, when the driver would be arriving, our ferry tickets, etc...We felt like had family members looking after us. Chris, at KimKim did an excellent job choosing our hotels and our tours. I wanted four or five star hotels and on all but one occasion he delivered and the one hitch was remedied with the hour. Over the course of three weeks, we visited Athens, Crete, Santorini, Naxos and Nafplio, a town I had never heard of but Chris suggested it would be a good place to end our trip and he was right! It is a lovely town. We had a beautiful two story room with a view of harbor at the Hotel Ippoliti. Our hotel in Chania at the beginning of the trip was an eight century monastery, The San Salvatore. It has an incredible view of the harbor, the light house, sailboats coming and going and the shops and the restaurant lights twinkling on the water at night...Gorgeous, not to mention the wall of blooming Conferate Jasmine wafting across our patio and into our apartment! We were not disappointed that sand storm blew when we moved to Santorini sabotaging our actives. Our accommodations, the Lithies Traditional Homes was hard to believe there was such a place and we didn't want to leave! We loved the opportunity to bask in the view, drink wine, eat the olives and cheese we had been collecting. We painted, journaled, soaked in the hot tub and took advantage of the hospitality offered by Maria. Onto the island of Naxos, slight hitch in the hotels, but Chris had us moved within the hour to a boutique hotel up the street that we found very comfortable, Villa Flora and lovely. Over the course of our three week trip we took three cooking classes, several village tours, visited cheese making facilities, wineries and olive oil tours, of course all the ruins with excellent guides (a must), catamaran tours, swam in the Aegean Sea, walked 85 miles in three weeks and who know how many steps! Ate fabulous food, shopped and brought home many gifts and a life time of stories. Chris and Mamakita Travel 12 working in tandem did an excellent job ensuring we had a wonderful trip-and we did.

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

We arrived at this hotel after 30 hours of travel. Great location, super friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. The room was subpar and a real disappointment for the first night a trip after a very long and tiring journey. It had me nervous about how the rest of the trip was going to be because I asked for four or five star hotels and the room on this one fell short. Quite. The view was a hubble of concrete construction across the street, the furniture looked like it was used. A rug that looked dirty but was probably just old and inexpensive. I din't want to walk on it barefoot. Just a real disappointment for the first night of a trip when you have so many months of planning and hours of travel. The location was good and the staff was very attentive but it is not luxurious, it's a three star. It will do. It not what I want.

Authenticity & Character
The room was lacking. A sore disappointment.
Location
Walk everywhere, felt very safe.
Staff
Friendly and efficient. Made up for the disappointing room.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean. Not particularly comfortable.
San Salvatore Monastery
Chania

Oh my God! Stay here! An old monastery built on the harbor with views of the light house, sailboats coming and going, people walking and fishing, Sunrise and full moon! Could not be more romantic, you feel like you are dreaming! A lovely breakfast delivered to your patio at whatever hour you request. Quiet and serene. Beautifully furnished and very spacious. Heads up, if you want to use the kitchen you must pay a different rate. We eat a big meal at lunch and like to have a happy hour in our room or on our patio in the evening for our dinner but were not allowed to use kitchen due to some legislation and the rate we paid for room. This was a little disappointing because the patio was enormous and the view was spectacular. It was would have been really special to enjoy the delicious Greek wine, cheese and olives and recount our day enjoying the view and fragrant wall of Confederate Jasmine that was blooming on the patio. But, the town is right outside the door and there were many restaurant options. We thoroughly enjoyed The San Salvatore, it is quite an experience.

Authenticity & Character
It is beautifully landscaped and furnished. It's an eight century old Monastery! You are living history!
Location
Excellent. On the harbor but removed from the noise of old town Chania.
Staff
Irene is gracious, attentive and kind. A fairly like person. We liked her very much.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything you want.
Olive Green Hotel
Heraklion

We stayed her one night after a day touring Knosses and the museum. It has a really good location and the room is big and very well laid out. This hotel was perfect for the short one night stay we had in Heraklion.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lithies Traditional Homes
Thíra

Can I give it six stars? It hit ALL the buttons! View, location, staff, amenities. We didn't want to leave. Ever! It was the best thing about Santorini!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ippokampos Beachfront Hotel
Naxos

This hotel was awful. It was like a woman's prison. I couldn't get out of there fast enough. Where should I start? The music blaring into the room from the outdoor bar, the full sun beating down on the tiny patio, no cover, no shade, no respite possible from the sun and heat, full exposure. If the person in the room next door came out of their room at the same time one person would have to step back in their room because the doors are so close. The bathroom, the door opened in and hit the sink so you had to step into the bathroom and straddle the toilet to shut the door to get to the shower. No chair, no desk, no bedspreads just sheets. The room was about 15X15. It was pure awful. I was shocked that a hotel of this caliber even came up on the radar it was so far off the mark from San Salvatore and Lithies. Naxos is amazing and the experience there deserves much more. Chris seems to really like this hotel and said his clients do, too. Possibly they have other rooms that measure up.

Location
Ippoliti Hotel
Nafplio

Sweet, sophisticated, quiet, accommodating and elegant. Ideal location. Extremely helpful and kind staff. Lovely and ample breakfast served every morning buffet style. Beautiful two story room with two balconies, a view of the harbor. Walk everywhere. Loved it!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful and comfortable furniture in the room and lobby. Very clean and up to date. Nice little pool in the back with tables set for breakfast every morning. A great place to have a glass of wine in the evening.
Location
One block off the harbor, very quiet location. We felt very safe any time of the day or night and could get where ever we wanted in a matter of minutes. Great shopping, dining and people watching within minutes of walking out the door.
Staff
Very friendly and curious about your day. Helpful and kind.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sofitel Athens Airport
Athens

Our flight was at 6:30am so we needed to end our trip at an airport hotel but the Sofitel did not disappoint. We got great massages at 6:30pm and relaxed in our room. for the evening. There was a mix up on room service and by the time we figured out dinner wasn't coming it is was too late to eat. The hotel compensated by making generous breakfast boxes for us for the airport in the morning-full of fruit, egg sandwiches and croissants. We fed a soccer team!

Authenticity & Character
Location
They had our luggage on a buggy and walked us across the street to our terminal at 4:30 am!
Staff
When room service realized they messed up on our dinner they called us and apologized and offered us the breakfast boxes for compensation. We really appreciated that.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Elafonisi and Milia Mountain Retreat Tour with Lunch
Elafonisi and Milia Mountain Retreat Tour with Lunch
Chania

The guide, Dimitri was very knowledgable, a great driver and fun to be with for the day.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
En-route Rethymno Town & Historical Mainland
En-route Rethymno Town & Historical Mainland
Greece

This was an ok experience. We couldn't find the cultural art center so we ended up walking around and have a mediocre lunch. Very pretty town.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We really enjoyed Christof, our driver. He picked us up at the airport in Chania and, again was our driver to Heraklion. Super fun guy.
Transport
The driver.
Cretan Villages Food & Culture Tour
Cretan Villages Food & Culture Tour
Greece

Wow, Nico, our guide was amazing! He had so much personality and was so knowledgeable. He made this day.

Quality of Experience
Food
It was fine. Not great. Maybe I wan't hungry.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nico!
Transport
Naxos Villages Private Driving Tour
Naxos Villages Private Driving Tour
Naxos

It was a really sweet day. We enjoyed the company and seeing another side to Naxos.

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

Our guide, Maria was very knowledgeable and energetic. She knows a lot about the wine and methods of growing grapes in Santorini. We enjoyed her discussion and learned a lot. The winery was beautiful. The food/farm part of the tour was kind of disappointing except that we got to visit with Maria and the other couple outside in a picnic setting which was very pleasant. We appreciated learning the farming techniques of Santorini. I think we all would have preferred a different menu which we all could have participated in making- some cheese, some good bread, olive oil and olives with some wine instead of making seven tomato recipes when tomatoes aren't even in season. Just my thought. The dishes were not flavorful and I would not make any of them again. I can't even remember what we ate except the tomato fritters and they were pretty tasteless. I would not recommend this tour.

Quality of Experience
I'm sorry, I'm not a good one to ask about Santorini. Outside of Lithies, I was disappointed in Santorini. I found it boring and the landscape didn't appeal to me accept for the Caldera view. We had toe excellent meals there, saw some really fine art and did some shopping but two nights in Santorini would be sufficient ONLY because we were at Lithies Traditional Homes.
Food
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini

Cancelled due to sandstorm

Sailing Tour around Naxos
Sailing Tour around Naxos
Naxos

Super fun! Beautiful boat! Gorgeous water. Not too many people on board, 17. Great crew.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Awesome yacht!
Food Tour in Naxos Town
Food Tour in Naxos Town
Naxos

We had a charming guide but I was so upset over the hotel situation I couldn't enjoy our tour that evening. However, over the course of our five days in Naxos we did go back to several of the place she introduces us to.

Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Naxos

LOVED our day!!!

Quality of Experience
Maria and her husband and their farm is the authentic experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and the experience. It was one of the highlights of our trip.
Food
We liked making it! It was tasty and healthy and we will make it for our friends.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Epidaurus & Olive Oil Guided Tour
Epidaurus & Olive Oil Guided Tour
Nafplio

Wow! Amazing. Loved having Martina as our guide. She made the experience very special We were both blown away with the experience at Epidauarus. Our private Olive Oil tour was really special. Having the tour to ourselves was really cool and they lunch they served us was totally unexpected. We were so surprised when they gave us each a bottle of olive oil!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Island-Hopping to Hydra from Nafplio
Nafplio

Long drive...I could have skipped Hydra but I think my sister really liked it. I would have preferred to stay in Nafplio and get on a boat or walk the three miles along the water to the sand beach. There wasn't anything to do in Hydra except shop for trinkets and the shopping in Nafplio is really good...

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Good driver and very nice.
Transport
Good driver and good conversation.
Athens Food Tour
Athens Food Tour
Athens

Really fun morning. Lots of food, good guide. Enjoyed the different districts, the markets and the food we ate. Our group was small, just five so it was really easy to stick together and we had good conversation.

Quality of Experience
Guide was excellent and the group was small. Good restaurants. Good walking routes and areas. Nice overview of old Athens
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Athens

Very nice late afternoon tour. Chris suggested going in the late afternoon and that was good advice.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

21 Days in Greece
Greece | May 8 - May 28, 2025

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nancy F.
Memphis, TN | Reviewed on Jun 01, 2025
My sister and I are early 70s and travel well together. We usually manage travel plans without much assistance as we have traveled often and far throughout our lives. Grabbing the best of Greece in 21 days became a challenge. KimKim was the answer; 1) lovely, quaint accommodations, 2) guides that were so well trained we returned home thinking we had attended a semester of college, 3) transportation via auto, ferry, small & large airlines was seamlessly arranged & 4) attention to what feeds... Read more

My sister and I are early 70s and travel well together. We usually manage travel plans without much assistance as we have traveled often and far throughout our lives. Grabbing the best of Greece in 21 days became a challenge. KimKim was the answer; 1) lovely, quaint accommodations, 2) guides that were so well trained we returned home thinking we had attended a semester of college, 3) transportation via auto, ferry, small & large airlines was seamlessly arranged & 4) attention to what feeds our soul...art!

Hotel Reviews
Sofitel Athens Airport
Athens

It is lovely because of its location and the ease of getting to the airport. At this stage of the travel, it was small, out of town, and felt like (and is) an airport hotel.

Authenticity & Character
We ordered one beer (no Guinness to be had) and a vodka tonic for a cost of 40 euros!
Location
Staff
We phoned in an order for room service at 8:30 p.m. and by 10 p.m it had not arrived so we canceled. The staff made up for it by preparing 2 lovely breakfast boxes for our 4 a.m. departure. We did take advantage of the spa.
Cleanliness & Comfort
I like the toilet and shower in separate rooms. We did not have washclothes.
Ippoliti Hotel
Nafplio

Lovely corner two story room with 2 patios.

Authenticity & Character
The lobby is very comfortable. Sometimes, when traveling with another, having a place to escape for a 45 minute journaling exercise, glass of wine or coffee, or chat with an employee or other guest can be a lifesaver.
Location
Location was perfect. Bustling little town. We were located, not on the water, but the view was nice and noise was not an issue. We go to bed before 10 p.m.
Staff
The staff seemed much larger than at our other locations. ALL were exceptional.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The room was kept well furnished with bottled water, clean towels, a hot pot for tea.
Ippokampos Beachfront Hotel
Naxos

We moved to another hotel. It is unfair to write a review.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lithies Traditional Homes
Thíra

If only every hotel was this grand?!

Authenticity & Character
The artwork by Andrea Alefragis was exceptional.
Location
Quite a hike to get anywhere.
Staff
Marie, Sonny, and another manage suitcases, food, and linen like family. There were hugs, an accident where my arm was scratched and soiled the linen. Watching Sonny manage the stairs (80!) with 4 bags was humbling.
Cleanliness & Comfort
We felt comfortable using the hot tub everyday.
Olive Green Hotel
Heraklion

Small room, but the best 'small room' hotel I have ever rented!

Authenticity & Character
It is simple, but all needs are met.
Location
We had to collect something from the bus station and had to board a ferry. The hotel was within 1/2 mile of each.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
San Salvatore Monastery
Chania

It is hard to beat the view, the smell of the jasmine on our private patio, and Guinness in the guest refrigerator! The breakfast was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel has very few guest suites. It has the 'feel' of a home. The lobby is simple, but includes a history of the building that is worth reading.
Location
We could walk left and feel as though we were with the locals or turn right and mingle with the tourists.
Staff
We only encountered Irene. She checked us in, delivered breakfast, and gave us great ideas for each day's adventure.
Cleanliness & Comfort
There are no rugs in any of the places we stayed for the 21 days, with the exception of the airport hotel. Irene brought up yoga mats for our use. Much appreciated!
Sweet Home Hotel
Athens

Location was great. We were here only one night so I feel it is unfair to evaluate it.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We walked to CIEL for a rooftop dinner and BANGBANG. What a view of the Acropolis!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Sailing Tour around Naxos
Sailing Tour around Naxos
Naxos

Our captain was a pro! He knew where to go to get the best experience. He was very aware of all 17 people on board.

Quality of Experience
The first stop was my favorite. Rubbing the black mud all over myself was just a little too funny!
Food
We didn't sign up for the food. It was adequate.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
This trip had the perfect blend of intergenerational groupings; a few in their 70s (us), a few in their 50s, a few college grads, a few young teenagers, and a 4 year old. Lots of laughter.
Transport
Very clean, comfortable boat.
Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Private Farm to table Cooking Class in Naxos
Naxos

This is the event my sister and I will most likely, share the most! It was like visiting your grandma in rural Tennessee.

Quality of Experience
A friend of the hosts had dropped off fish, which was fried and added to our lunch. This neighborly action added a little plus to the simple meal of stuffed vegetables. The orange cake for dessert was delicious.
Food
Just sitting around the table, sharing the olives, the bread, the vegetables, the fish, just too personal and fun!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver understood our interest in the arts. He made a good call and skipped a historical site, taking us to a pottery shop. This was great as my sister and I are both ceramic artists.
Transport
Our driver was excellent.
Food Tour in Naxos Town
Food Tour in Naxos Town
Naxos

My sister was somewhat stressed because of the hotel accommodations and it impacted the food tour in a small way. The guide was delightful, full of enthusiasm and selected wonderful stops. We love the cheese in Greece!

Quality of Experience
We were taken off the 'beaten' path.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I loved our guides enthusiasm. It is such a joy to find people that love their country, their town, and want to share the best.
Transport
Easy to walk. Options were offered in the event stairs seemed challenging. There was no issue.
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Premium Sunset Catamaran Cruise in the Caldera lagoon
Santorini

Canceled because of dust cloud.

Quality of Experience
The water was so clear it was hard to know the depth.
Food
The food was adequate. The 17 people on board made this trip delightful.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our captain was fun, funny, and extremely aware of every person's presence. I saw him counting heads multiple times.
Transport
Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini Farm Tour: Food & Wine
Santorini

Of the food tours we experienced, this was worth the time, but my least favorite. The wine tour was surprising because I have never seen vineyards like this; a true educational experience!

Quality of Experience
It is a challenge to grow vegetables on this island!
Food
It is fun to learn new cooking techniques; even something as simple as caring for your knives! The wine segment was a plus.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was very knowledgeable about day to day living on Santorini. I found her lifestyle as a mother of two, a husband that works on a farm, and so well educated, a big plus to our day.
Transport
Safe driver. VERY comfortable car.
Private Knossos & Museum Tour
Private Knossos & Museum Tour
Greece

Our guide was exceptional. I knew nothing about the Minoan civilization.

Quality of Experience
Flushing toilets!? A room for potters, weavers, woodworkers? Simpy amazing
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Thoughtful and extremely knowledgable.
Transport
En-route Rethymno Town & Historical Mainland
En-route Rethymno Town & Historical Mainland
Greece

The place I wanted to see in Rethymno was closed.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver was excellent. We were notified that we had left an item in our hotel. It was placed on a bus. Our driver took us to the bus station. So kind!
Transport
Elafonisi and Milia Mountain Retreat Tour with Lunch
Elafonisi and Milia Mountain Retreat Tour with Lunch
Chania

Beautiful drive.

Quality of Experience
The view, the water, quite unique.
Food
The mountain retreat was beautiful. Delicious meal.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide knew the plants in the area. I like to do beach art and there were no shells. Instead, I had to collect small rocks and plants for my creation.
Transport
Comfortable drive. Very comfortable van.
Cretan Villages Food & Culture Tour
Cretan Villages Food & Culture Tour
Greece

This tour was excellent. Nico has a gift. He knew herbs. He is knowledgable about the ocean. He has a love of Greece that is infectious.

Quality of Experience
Having a guide that has a sense of humor adds a lot to the experience.
Food
Homogenous group. Meal was family style. Delicious.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Safe driving, frequent stops for drinks. bathroom breaks, etc.
Transport
We were in a van that held maybe 8 or 9 passengers. Nice size
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Acropolis Afternoon Tour
Athens

This group was quite large. It is hard to ask questions when there are 15+ people.

Quality of Experience
There was a young man playing the piano and the music was with us every step.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was very educated.
Transport
Athens Food Tour
Athens Food Tour
Athens

Our guide was excellent. The fish market was the biggest I have ever seen. We had a hard time meeting our guide. The location was somewhat foreign as Publix is a grocery store in the USA.

Quality of Experience
The tour director took us to places that were very authentic. I have researched olives for possible growth in the areas I have lived. The first stop was at an olive business and run by a gal that knew her facts!
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
It is an art for a guide to know when and how to direct a group and keep it focused. Our guide was a master.
Transport
Comfortable walking distance
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

College Group Travel to Athens and Santorini
Greece | May 20 - May 28, 2025

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Joshua S.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on May 31, 2025
Our university send a mixed group of 19 people to Greece, including students, faculty, parents and staff. We spent four days in Athens and three days in Santorini. Overall, the feedback from the group on the itinerary and activities has been fantastic.
In Athens, we took a guided tour of the Parthenon and Acropolis museum, a food tour, and a day trip to Delphi. In Santorini we took a guided tour of the island and a Catamaran tour of the caldera. To a one the guides were professional,...
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Our university send a mixed group of 19 people to Greece, including students, faculty, parents and staff. We spent four days in Athens and three days in Santorini. Overall, the feedback from the group on the itinerary and activities has been fantastic.
In Athens, we took a guided tour of the Parthenon and Acropolis museum, a food tour, and a day trip to Delphi. In Santorini we took a guided tour of the island and a Catamaran tour of the caldera. To a one the guides were professional, informative, responsive to questions, and enthusiastic about working with our group. Our group appreciated the VARIETY of activities offered.
Chris and the KimKim team made the logistics easy and smooth. They organized transportation to and from the airport, a high-speed ferry transfer from Athens to Santorini, and our flight back. It was easy to get our tickets and our transports showed up on time.
As a trip leader, I was a VERY appreciative of the chance to let a professional organize the logistics, and Chris spoke with me on the phone several times during the brainstorming phase to learn about our group and make suggestions about what kinds of activities we would enjoy.
Overall, I had a great experience working with Chris and the KimKim team. I will definitely use them for travel planning in the future!

Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos

A Family Adventure with Kimkim
Greece | May 12 - May 16, 2025

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Rachel K.
Richmond, VA | Reviewed on May 23, 2025
Kimkim made our large family’s Greece trip, including our small children, absolutely unforgettable, expertly managing diverse itineraries and multiple stops. The spacious rental van was perfect, keeping the kids comfortable and happy during travel between destinations. We stayed at the beautiful Monasteri Guest House, a former monastery whose historic charm and stunning architecture fascinated the kids. After checking in, we watched the sunset over the Meteora rocks, a magical moment our... Read more

Kimkim made our large family’s Greece trip, including our small children, absolutely unforgettable, expertly managing diverse itineraries and multiple stops. The spacious rental van was perfect, keeping the kids comfortable and happy during travel between destinations. We stayed at the beautiful Monasteri Guest House, a former monastery whose historic charm and stunning architecture fascinated the kids. After checking in, we watched the sunset over the Meteora rocks, a magical moment our children adored, followed by an authentic Greek dinner at a local taverna in Kalampaka, where the kids gleefully tried new flavors. Meteora’s breathtaking monasteries were awe-inspiring, and the kids were thrilled by the towering rocks and stories of monks, blending stunning views with rich history. In Galaxidi, we stayed at Mira Mare, where the charming environment and yummy breakfast delighted the children, though the beds weren’t very comfortable. The Delphi tour was incredible, brought to life by our exceptional guide, Ilektra, whose passionate storytelling captivated even our little ones, who hung onto her every word. We fell in love with the authentic lunch at the olive grove—a perfect moment where the kids played happily in the serene setting. The transfer into Athens was seamless, keeping the children content, and the accommodations at Athens Manor House were ideal, offering a cozy space for our family. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the vibrant Plaka, with its colorful streets and shops that our kids found endlessly exciting, and visiting the iconic Acropolis, where the children were amazed by the ancient ruins and their grand history. The Greek culture and people were incredible, their warmth and love for children and family shining through in every interaction, making our adventure truly special. Kimkim’s flawless planning and thoughtful details ensured our small children enjoyed every experience, making this trip extraordinary. Highly recommend for any family adventure in Greece!

Hotel Reviews
Monastiri Guesthouse
Kalampaka - Meteora

Absolutely beautiful room in the old building. The details including the chandelier were exquisite. Plenty of room for our family of 4. Beds were extremely comfortable. The whole building itself was beautiful and loved having the pool there (wish we had more time to use it!)

Authenticity & Character
The details and color in the room were amazing
Location
Walking distance to square, very close drive to the monasteries
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mira Mare Hotel
Delphi

The rooms were on the smaller side, however for the “triple” it was only 2 twin beds pushed together with a division in the middle, and another twin bed. The beds were not very comfortable either. The small kitchenette was nice to have. And we enjoying hanging out in the outside patio upstairs. Very close to the water and strip of restaurants. What stood out here was their AMAZING breakfast!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were not very comfortable. And did not enjoy having two twins pushed together with a division down the middle.
Athens Manor Houses
Athens

Large, spacious room and bathroom. Comfortable beds. Ideal location within walking distance to the Plaka and Acropolis. Breakfast was not spectacular but covered the basics.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Car Rental Pick-up
Greece

Easy to find the pick up spot, clear communication. However since we had a car seat to install, we were there for a bit longer than the alotted “free” time and had to pay $$ on the way out of the airport. Van was “clean” but not spotless.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Private Panoramic Meteora Tour
Meteora

Breathtaking views and loved learning the history! Guide Nancy was great, would’ve been nice to have her go into the monasteries with us.

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

Tour guide Ilektra was knowledgeable and kept our 5 year old engaged!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lunch with Olive Grove View
Lunch with Olive Grove View
Greece

Loved meeting the family who cares for the campsite and olive grove. The family-style meal was AMAZING. Beautiful views. Loved.

Quality of Experience
Food
Absolutely delicious
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Athens

Tour guide Maria was knowledgable and flexible with our tired kids!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Chris Leontopoulos