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Travel12 operates trips on behalf of kimkim in Greece and Italy. It is a travel company that represents an innovative approach to travel planning and execution.

We offer authentic, coherent, tailor-made experiences in Greece and Italy, showcasing the unique natural, historical, and cultural heritage of the countries, and bringing travelers in touch with the locals' everyday life.

We design end-to-end experiences to meet traveler needs and preferences, and deliver them in a way that makes them unique and memorable: personalized, well-balanced, meaningful and truly enjoyable!

To ensure the best possible quality of services, everyone involved in serving our travelers has the appropriate knowledge, experience, training and attitude.

We pay attention to the detail to ensure your experience is flawless. We are committed to high quality and to continuous improvement. We care about sustainability and offer all our services with respect to natural and cultural heritage.

Kimkim is part of the following groups: Greece Travel Agents, Italy Travel Agents

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Summer fun in Italy was fantastic
Italy | Jun 22 - Jul 2, 2025

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Michael E.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 03, 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Kimkim and Travel12. Tasos was exceptional and insured all details for the trip were meticulously planned. Everything was run professionally and couldn’t have been smoother. Valentina was the best way to start on the golf cart tour of Rome. She is terrific. The colosseum and forum tour with Giuseppe was great with a ton of information. Every driver we had took great care of us all around Italy. The highlight of the trip was a tour of Cinque Terre with... Read more

We had a wonderful experience with Kimkim and Travel12. Tasos was exceptional and insured all details for the trip were meticulously planned. Everything was run professionally and couldn’t have been smoother. Valentina was the best way to start on the golf cart tour of Rome. She is terrific. The colosseum and forum tour with Giuseppe was great with a ton of information. Every driver we had took great care of us all around Italy. The highlight of the trip was a tour of Cinque Terre with Elisabetta, the best guide we’ve experienced! It was entertaining watching the glass blowing in Murano and the tour of Venice and St. Marks with Nico was a perfect ending to our trip. Would certainly recommend each of these excursions and the overall experience. Thanks

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Olimpia
Venice
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Hotel Palazzo Vannoni
Levanto
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Hotel Palazzo Guadagni
Florence
Authenticity & Character
Busy terrace lounge at night
Location
Noisy square. Close walk to the ponto vecchio though
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Friendly staff
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Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo
Rome
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Local specialist: Tasos Mylonas

Irene was so amazing and helpful throughout t...
Greece | Jun 17 - Jun 28, 2025

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Shannon M.
| Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025
Irene was so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process of the trip. We had an absolutely great honeymoon we will never forget. Everything ran smoothly from the shuttle pickups/transfers, the hotel accommodations, to the excursions. Irene thoughtfully curated the perfect trip filled with culture, beautiful meals, friendly people, and astonishing views. Dimitris was also so helpful being available with any questions or concerns. Read more

Irene was so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process of the trip. We had an absolutely great honeymoon we will never forget. Everything ran smoothly from the shuttle pickups/transfers, the hotel accommodations, to the excursions. Irene thoughtfully curated the perfect trip filled with culture, beautiful meals, friendly people, and astonishing views. Dimitris was also so helpful being available with any questions or concerns.

Hotel Review
Antony Suites
Naxos

the most friendly and helpful staff. Anna took the time to go through the best restaurants and sights to see. Breakfast each morning was fresh, delicious, and delivered timely. The room was beautiful and kept clean daily and was the perfect location to explore the beautiful island of Naxos.

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

The most incredible and unexpecting class. The tour of the olive factory and land along the ride was beautiful and informative. We had the best time making a home cooked meal in a traditional greek home.

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Santorini Wine Tour
Santorini Wine Tour
Santorini

Penny and george provided the best experience. Penny was so informative and made it such a fun experience

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Local specialist: Irene Lappa

This is my first experience using Kim Kim. I ...
Italy | Jun 21 - Jun 25, 2025

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Justin S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
This is my first experience using Kim Kim. I have to say this is by far has been one of the best vacation experiences I have had. Our travel consultant, Irene. Was truly amazing. She went out of her way to make sure we had everything for the trip we needed and experienced the best of Rome that we could in our short period of time. She had to work with a timeframe that was around a preplanned cruise. In addition she had to work with dietary restrictions my wife had due to celiac disease. This... Read more

This is my first experience using Kim Kim. I have to say this is by far has been one of the best vacation experiences I have had. Our travel consultant, Irene. Was truly amazing. She went out of her way to make sure we had everything for the trip we needed and experienced the best of Rome that we could in our short period of time. She had to work with a timeframe that was around a preplanned cruise. In addition she had to work with dietary restrictions my wife had due to celiac disease. This made activities, particularly eating in Rome, somewhat of a difficult problem however she handled this with amazing care and success. Everything went so smooth and we experienced all the highlights of Rome. I cannot wait to use Irene or Kim Kim again! I also can not thank Irene enough!! I would highly recommend for any of your vacation needs. I will definitely be using them in the future.
Dr Justin Sherfey.

Hotel Review
Eitch Borromini Palazzo Pamphilj
Rome

This hotel was in the central part of the city next to an amazing plaza. This made walking to everything very easy. Though he’ll tell itself was full of good amenities, including a rooftop bar. Felt very safe at this hotel as well. Would highly recommend.

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Local specialist: Irene Lappa

I wish everyone the amazing vacation we had!
Italy | Jun 7 - Jun 15, 2025

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Mona P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025
KimKim, and Irene especially, planned an amazing trip for my daughter and I . Traveling to Italy with just the two of us felt a bit daunting, and trying to create an experience that would both hit the highlights and allow us to just immerse in a new place was so overwhelming to me. On the advice of a friend, I reached out to KimKim and within 24 hours we had a perfect itinerary, and every detail was taken care of. We had beautiful boutique hotels, expert and timely transportation from every... Read more

KimKim, and Irene especially, planned an amazing trip for my daughter and I . Traveling to Italy with just the two of us felt a bit daunting, and trying to create an experience that would both hit the highlights and allow us to just immerse in a new place was so overwhelming to me. On the advice of a friend, I reached out to KimKim and within 24 hours we had a perfect itinerary, and every detail was taken care of. We had beautiful boutique hotels, expert and timely transportation from every airport/train station/hotel when we transferred cities, tours that were intimate and perfectly timed. The whole experience was flawless. They were so accessible on WhatsApp throughout the whole trip, and when I thought we may miss a train due to traffic, they were immediately responsive and assured me that they would help us navigate if we needed to find a later train.

I will use KimKim again and literally recommend them, it seems, at least daily as I share our experience. Already have my wheels turning for next year.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Howard Firenze
Florence

A beautiful boutique hotel with impeccable service.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to Piazza Santa Maria Novella, with a wine window on the way.
Staff
They even came in early one day to make sure we had breakfast and snacks for a day trip... incredible.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Continental
Sorrento

Beautiful rooms, beautiful pool, wonderful staff. Do not miss the rooftop restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
The staff felt like family even just during our short stay.
Location
Close to Marina Grande and shopping.
Staff
They were just charming and wonderful. We felt cared for like family.
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Hotel Modigliani
Roma
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Activity Reviews
Express Colosseum Tour
Express Colosseum Tour
Rome

Great tour guide, perfect amount of time.

Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour
Morning Florence Highlights Walking Tour
Florence

Great high level, efficient orientation to Florence. Left us wanting more!

Pizza and Gelato Making Class in Florence
Pizza and Gelato Making Class in Florence
Florence

Perfect way to spend an afternoon out of the heat! Was fun and light and we enjoyed every minute.

Tuscany Day Trip with Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa
Tuscany Day Trip with Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa
Florence

We loved this! Perfect (short) trip to Pisa, thoroughly loved our trip to the Corbucci vineyard with impeccable food and wine, San Gimignano was so quaint and perfect, and Siena... we got a great glimpse. It was a long day but we loved each minute.

Pasta-Making Class in Sorrento
Pasta-Making Class in Sorrento
Sorrento

Felt like one of the most authentic Italian experiences we had...We had a great time, made great food. It was long, so prob best for families with older kids, but their pizza experience seemed amazing as well (we worked alongside that crew!).

Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Amalfi Coast Boat Tour From Sorrento
Sorrento

Cannot say enough...it was magic.

Trastevere Afternoon Food Tour & Wine Experience
Trastevere Afternoon Food Tour & Wine Experience
Rome

Loved every minute. A perfect collection of food and drink.. we were with another fun family and our guide was great. Don't miss it.

Local specialist: Irene Lappa

Kimkim ensures every detail is cared for!
Greece | May 28 - Jun 9, 2025

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Robin S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025
Irene and the entire team planned and executed a prefect trip! The mix of ancient sites, guide selection, restaurants and and beach outings were perfect! Read more

Irene and the entire team planned and executed a prefect trip! The mix of ancient sites, guide selection, restaurants and and beach outings were perfect!

Hotel Reviews
Athens Manor Houses
Athens
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Olive Green Hotel
Heraklion
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Kouros Hotel Mykonos
Mikonos
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Antony Suites
Naxos
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Malmo Historic Hotel
Chania
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Activity Reviews
Naxos E-Bike Tour with Farm visit and Olive Oil Tasting
Naxos E-Bike Tour with Farm visit and Olive Oil Tasting
Naxos
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The Vineyard Picnic Experience
The Vineyard Picnic Experience
Greece
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Local Transfer in Chania
Greece
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Local Transfer in Athens
Greece
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Mythical Argolis Day trip
Mythical Argolis Day trip
Athens
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Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Private Acropolis Hill & Museum Tour
Athens
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Local Transfer in Mykonos
Mykonos
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Private Knossos & Museum Tour
Private Knossos & Museum Tour
Greece
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Delos & Rhenia Day Cruise
Delos & Rhenia Day Cruise
Mykonos
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Snorkeling Boat trip in Chania
Snorkeling Boat trip in Chania
Chania
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Balos & Falassarna Beach Tour with Lunch
Balos & Falassarna Beach Tour with Lunch
Chania
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Local specialist: Irene Lappa

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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.
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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.

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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.
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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.
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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.

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Location
Staff
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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

Everything was so well organized and flawless...
Italy | May 8 - May 17, 2025

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Benjamin S.
Canada | Reviewed on May 21, 2025
Everything was so well organized and flawless. The tripp went as smooth as it could of possibly gone. Read more

Everything was so well organized and flawless. The tripp went as smooth as it could of possibly gone.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Certosa Di Maggiano Siena
Siena

The staff and place was just amazing! I highly recommend for a getaway close to Siena.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Florence

Well situated and staff was very helpful! lots of amenities and cool design.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sentho Rome
Rome

Well located and very helpful staff. The rooms are modern and clean. Rooftop and garden in the middle of Rome

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Poggiano 
Montepulciano
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Car Rental Pick-up
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Car Rental Drop-off
Italy

Dropping off the car in Rome was a bit complicated because we had not been warned there is a dedicated parking for rental cars and we kep trying to go to the rental office. If you know about the dedicated parking, it is no issue, but if you don't, you might turn in circles a bit.

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Vatican Semi Private Tour
Vatican Semi Private Tour
Rome

Tour guide was very knowledgeable and helped us move through the crowds.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Rome

We loved our tour guide. Was friendly and knew a lot about the Forum and Art.

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Local specialist: Irene Lappa