I was amazed to see the actual helmut of the Greek who defeated the Persians at Marathon. These are strong, visual, take-away memories. It was spectacular, and my fiance and I were completely alone for about 15 minutes with the view.". We hated to see our tour end... "Walking through the historic town of Olympia and seeing where the 1st Olympics took place.". Greece is an adventure in every respect. I loved the little "apartment" we had and it was a break from all the museums and churches we were visiting.". ???????? "Our extra day on the island of Hydra was special. It is an amazing structure and makes the whole trip worth the 10 hour flight.". We'd love to do another tour with him. Learning some traditional Greek dancing. Explore Europe with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television's "Rick Steves' Europe" and public radio's "Travel with Rick Steves." "I'd have to say Monemvasia was a surprising favorite! I wish that there was a guidebook either written or recommended that covered other places to visit outside the tour. And at the same time they created many major democratic and scientific principles and literature that have endured to this day.". The tour was well organized and planned. Publié par matichonwiyu à 23:42. He was personable, witty and maintained a professional demeanor at all times. We loved visiting both small towns and bigger cities. I have been very fortunate because I did the same exact tour in 2016. But we did 2 back to back tours. Travel on a bus without a toilet (rest stops every two hours). Perfect!". Tonight, we'll enjoy a performance of traditional music and dancing before dinner together. Terms of Service | Privacy, Athens & the Heart of Greece in 14 Days Tour 2021. At each of the ancient sites we visited - the Acropolis, Delphi, Olympia, Mystras, Mycenae, Epidavros & others - I stood in awe that I was actually there in those fascinating places. One of the better tours I have taken with use of about 10-12 -companies. "My wow moment was walking the track in Olympia, I had a real sense that I was experiencing the same view as the ancient athletes. There were of course a few places that were busy but we always got there early and beat the crowds. Our guide, Ioanna, made this tour a memorable one. And kudos to our bus driver, Stafos. To start with the Parthenon and then visit so many ancient sites, and finally end back in Athens at the National Archeological Museum was brilliant. Loved our guide Danae, loved our tour mates, and LOVED Greece! Great tour for me. Guide, Maria, is terrific. Walking up into the site, and when there, looking down into the valley, reminded you of what the ancients were about. The presentation is excellent and the attraction exceeds the hype.". Our tour guide, Fillipos, was outstanding! Fillipos gave a a list of Greek phrases and encouraged us to speak to peopleHe choose interesting restaurants for us when we shared in group dinners, and always had a litttle "surprise" -Greek dancing, music, wine tasting or a cooking lesson. They all made the trip fabulous.". After I watched Rick's segment on YouTube and saw how he ran on the Olympic field, I thought that I'd like to do that. Beside the great weather, bus Driver and Maria's history knowledge and humor The pictures I took, over the course of almost an hour, were unbelievable. The 'trout farm' lunch and the seafood lunch situated right on the water. Good food, very comfortable hotels that often had great views and personality. Kudos to everyone in our group! Everyone was courteous and ready to enjoy the moment. Being able to stand on a site that dates back over 2700 years is special. But then some cab drivers who were taking a break out front came in and danced to the music. Very relaxing, with enough activity to burn off those extra calories. ", "standing in front of the Parthenon on top of the acropolis". I guess the first night-time view of the Acropolis when I arrived at 10 pm two days before the tour. Supplement $675. Sleep in or near Lagkadia. Since I have been involved in theatre for so much of my life, I think I have to pick visiting the ancient theatre at Epidavros as my favorite "wow" moment. Plus, Greece is a beautiful country and I was happy to listen to my audio book and stare out the window at the countryside. But the wow factor comes from feeling connected to ancient people every bit as smart as we. As usual with Rick Steve's tours, my experience was wonderful. RS tour book on Greece very useful and digestible. Our tour through the heart of Greece was fabulous! She is knowledgeable, humorous, and respectful to individual needs. It felt as though they were invading "my" piece of the island. The accommodations were very good and the breakfasts were excellent. Good efficient tour director. "There were so many WOW moments that it is hard to pick just one. We had the most awesome tour guide. 6 avr. This was my second trip to Greece this year. It was physically challenging but we did every bit of the walking. You might swim at a nearby beach, hike across the island, or try to make friends with a donkey. The other being Turkey which is now my favorite RS tour (above Spain which is where I want to retire). Even got to use a little of the Greek that I learned, and that really helped bridge the gap.". It lived up to and exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Phillipois was excellent and provided us with a memorable experience that will last a lifetime. "Viewing the stunning beauty of the Parthenon and a partially crushed Athenian Marathon battle helmet were sincerely moving experiences. It was such a contrast with the big-city atmosphere of Athens that it was quite surprising. So much history and beauty. Rick Steves France, the complete guide, offers more coverage of more destinations in a mostly black-and-white format, and is updated annually. Former like experience maybe. Our rooftop view of the Acropolis, meandering through Anafiotika and the ruins in Athens, swimming in the Mediterranean, sipping mountain tea, running at Olympia, Greece is such a beautiful country I literally said every night, "that was an Amazing day!"". I had high expectations going into this tour, not only from my desire to visit Greece, but also from what I had heard from other RS travelers who had done this tour. Saw incredible sites. The olive mill and learning how to drink Greek coffee was a very favorite Danae moment! I felt we had more meals together as a group than I've had with other Rick Steves tours I've taken. What is there to say? Everything was so well organized. Also in the same town, there was a Jazz/Blues festival going on and it was a bonus to take in some of the shows. They were just what we needed towards the end! I enjoyed it immensely. Going to the Peloponnese Peninsula you see a lot of Greece that I think most people skip, and that is a huge mistake on their part but a huge bonus for us because it really wasn't too crowded. I did not expect the site at Epidavros to be so extensive & interesting. The bus was great as was the driver George who handeled the bus beautifully as well as loading and unloading our luggage. This was the trip of a lifetime for me! Everything ran so smoothly. Added as a close second was Hydra, where I could have happily spent more time.". Wonderful tour in a beautiful country. Excellent your, very smartly planned and developed. Outstanding itinerary and guide (Anastasia). The shorter Rick Steves Best of France guidebook focuses on France's top destinations and sights, is in full color, and is updated every other year. This tour is a well-curated blend of world class ancient sites and museums that are the heritage of every culture touched by the Greeks over millennia. Ioanna is a treasure. My husband and I are very busy with our demanding careers. Good hotels. I loved the mix of ancient sites, medieval places, natural beauty (mountains, cliffs, and beaches), quaint villages, and modern cities and museums. Amazing.". "The heft of the Lions Gate and the meeting of olderlocal residents in Leto, one of whom told us that at 17 he won a race barefoot, and the prize was a pair of shoes. The eerie and exciting feeling of walking on the exact stones of great philosophers and scientists.". Our tour guide, Apostolos, helped to make this trip special. Second tour this year and we enjoyed it immensely. I was teasing him that he should show us some Greek dances. This tour was a wonderful introduction to the culture, history and cuisine of Greece. It was absolutely amazing to see. I did not know what to expect, but I loved the freshness and variety. Colin was excellent and the trip was well-paced, with strenuous days followed by easier more relaxing ones. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour to Greece. An exhaustive and at times exhausting tour of Greece. 425-608-4217, from $3,495 "Monemvasia & Mycenae were impressive surprises! All were sensitive to the schedule and managed their time and belongings with respect for each other. The Komboloi(worry beads) Museum in Nafplio. The final day at the National History Museum helped to bring all that we had seen togehter", I had an outstanding tour of Greece! The Rick Steves Athens & the Heart of Greece tour is an odyssey of time-travel thrills, from Athens' majestic Acropolis to the must-see ancient sites of Delphi, Olympia, Epidavros, and Mycenae. "There were so many "wows", it is hard to choose one in particular. If you are able to transfer into a normal car without a wheelchair ramp, cheaper rates may be available. Our tour guide made past and present Greece come alive for us. We had a great time on this tour. Can not say enough about the wonderful tour guide. My first tour was Spain, and my second was the 21 day Best of Europe Tour. Our Greece tour couldn't have been better. "There were so many, probably hiking up to the stadium at Delphi anf realizing all the history of this beautiful location". There were many "wow" moments. It was her first trip. . Having studied the ancient classics, I felt a deep sense of satisfaction in walking on the stones trod by Themistocles, Socrates, Pericles et als. I was in awe of the beauty and felt so lucky to be such a magical place. All the ancient sites were wow moments, as well. Learning to read Greek coffee grounds. One area that disappointed me a bit was the length of time allowed for touring museums on our own after completion of the official museum tour. The countryside was a surprise and much prettier than I expected. Our tour was more comprehensive than I had imagined and there was not one day that didn't hold an unexpected surprise. In a dramatic setting on the flanks of 8,000-foot Mt. Spectacular views and ruins. Then we'll return to Nafplio for a free afternoon to explore the colorful alleyways of the Old Town, ride a boat to the little castle island in the harbor, or hike up to enjoy a Venetian fortress view. "Too many to count. Tour was fast-paced, but there was adequate free time. A very active , fun filled tour with lots of wonderful ancient sites of Greece. I'm not even sure where to start but it was AMAZING! This was our first Rick Steves tour and we joined on recommendation from our neighbors (who also attended this tour). On the night we had Greek musicians, Fillipos arranged for Greek dancers. We ate dinner that night right along the shoreline watching the sun set over the mountains in the distance. I had no idea that it is such a mountainous country of amazing beauty and resilient people. The leader guide Ioanna deserves a whole lot of credit for her great services. "Seeing the Acropolis and the Parthenon after learning about it decades ago in school and seeing pictures of it for my whole life!". One of my favorites, though, happened shortly after we arrived in Athens when I first looked up to see the Parthenon on the Acropolis, and I thought, "Wow, we're really here!" "My "wow" moment was the beehive tomb at Mycenae. Good blend of sites and stopovers. 806,147 people follow this. Just extraordinary narrow passageways into a world from the past.". This was truly a 5 star experience. Bus rides were enjoyable and not too long, thanks to the beautiful scenery and Apostolos' commentaries. This was another amazing Rick Steves' tour. Light walking: 2–4 miles throughout the day on mostly level terrain. "Sitting on the Acropolis looking at the Parthenon and down at Mars Hill and the Agora and Ancient Agora. A very enjoyable, well-paced tour. This trip was a nice compliment to that one. However, I had reservations about a tour. A whisper center stage can be heard at the very top - "WOW!"". The whole tour with Maria was better than the perfect tour I expected. Apostlos was excellent and the guides in our individual cities. Greece proved to be as wonderful as I hoped it would be. We'll enjoy lunch together, and after making a few off-the-beaten-path discoveries, we'll ride on to the dramatically set medieval town of Monemvasia, where you'll be free for dinner. "I would like to spend an extra day in Hydra". Good balance between planned and free time. With key decisions made we were simply left to enjoy! Everything - from the food to the hotels to the trip itinerary - was amazing. Monemvasia - was amazing and enjoyed the down time and the tour on the rock Train: 1 hour. "Very close encounter with donkey in an extremely narrow passageway in Hydra.". It was wonderful! "There were too many 'wow's to single out just one. What a spread in addition to her honoring a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary!". "I really enjoyed Kardmyli! We also loved the cooking class at our delightful hotel in Monemvasia.". Join us for Athens & the Heart of Greece in 14 Days! The owner talked about life and some local taxi drivers danced for us. I was lucky enough to have done the same tour three years ago, and this time the experiences enriched the previous ones. ", "Mycenae. We had a wonderful trip. Going down the Mina is an unusual choice for tours, it's definitely off the beaten track. The Artemision Jockey at the National Archaeological Museum 1. "I really enjoyed the tour of Ancient Dephi. He had run the hardware store since 1962, he did not speak English, but Apostolos translated the conversation. I like that he was "local". My favorite moment was standing in the center of the theater at Epidavros and reading the excerpt from Antigone in Rick's book. It was magnificent.". When I thought of Greece, I thought of islands. That said, we've traveled throughout Europe using Rick Steves' books and methods. See our FAQ | Call Of course the Parthenon/Acropolis is the first wow moment that is a experienced, but for me my personal wow moment was the hike to the acropolis of the rock Monemvasia and the Medieval town on its slopes. "My wow moment was visiting Olympia where our guide explained the reasons behind creation of the ancient Olympic games in 776 BC as a means to train warriors for battle and to unify the city states against the common enemies.". Seeing the sun melt into the sea in Kardamyli, on our private balcony; while sipping a glass of wine from the complementary bottle that the lovely family who owned the hotel left for us!". A very close second was the Stadium in the ruins of Olympia, what a beautiful site!". Greece is a fantastic place. Our tour guide (Maria Sioulas) added so much to the total experience as she provided in-depth historical and cultural information before each day's events. I loved visiting the small towns. The experience was greatly enhanced by our excellent tour guide who was always adding extras, very concerned that we had a clear picture of Greek history and culture, for better or worse. "Athens plus the Acroplis and Paratheon - truly amazing - wished we had more time there. But it was still great day. Bus: 5 hours. "We went up to a museum in Hydra and looked out over the village. I didn't want to leave. Kardamyli was a nice respite and a testament to how quickly our group came together when, by word of mouth, we arranged an unplanned seaside dinner for all of us. Who could ask for more. it was a great experience Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe. We got to know everyone and could tour sights as a group without losing track of each other. The food was wonderful, lots of seafood and vegetables. "Way, way too many wows to list just one.". "At lunch in a local restaurant in Nafpilion, our guide had arranged for local musicians to play. Every day just got better! Liked the cooking demonstration and will be using some of the recipes at Thanksgiving. Although the temple was not so much the site was fascinating with the hospital and hotels for those who wanted to be healed.". Also, Hydras was a nice way to wind down toward the end of the trip.". We were totally impressed with the organization, itinerary, food, hotels, and guides. Everything exceeded our expectations and was accurately depicted in your tour description. We headed for the hills until they left!". Light walking: 2–4 miles throughout the day on mostly level terrain. Especially liked the varied, beautiful and interesting itinerary of the trip. Both the museum and the ruins were fascinating, as well as the Greek history.". Greece was beautiful in May with all the wild flowers. What a team! Would have enjoyed more free time at the museum vs having it at the next stop. This was our first Rick Steves tour and my husband and I could not have been more thrilled with the entire experience. And it was, from start to finish.". I enjoyed seeing the small towns, mountains, and back roads of Greece. The scale of that site - hotels, restaurants, temples, the original running track - were all very impressive. Hope to make the annual reunion in 2020. "Swimming off the "rock" and at the Manni Penisula. That was the beauty of the tour...differing experiences every day. It was the most fabulous tour ever! So do the group meals. We were there prior to the Greek elections and saw politics in action. Wonderful tour--I learned something every day! Well Hydra too. This was a taste of real Greece, a 'wow' moment for me. This is the ultimate tour of the country of Greece. Rick Steves' Europe. Having done all our traveling on our own, we were a little apprehensive about joining a tour. Passionate insights from a Greek citizen perspective missing from tour dialogue. "This tour was totally worth my 50 year wait.". Walking through ruins feeling history become alive.". First off our tour guide Ioanna was amazing. Everything about this tour exceeded my expectations. This was one of the best RS tours we have taken! The itinerary is excellent. However as we became friends with everyone in the group including Ioanna (tour guide) and Panos (bus driver), the trip really exploded in great fun and camaraderie. Delphi was truly awesome. I loved being in the little villages and out of the way places rather than just in those 'travel brochure spots'.". This was the best of the three Rick Steve's Tours we've been on. As a retired teacher, I would say this "Unit Plan" on Greece was brilliant!! "For me, it is always about connecting with the local people which is difficult to do on a tour. "The island of Hydra. This tour is just a taste of what Greece has to offer and maybe Rick would expand to more of Greece.". Corral, they'd be here. Got an entirely new mind picture of the geography of Greece--all one sees in the movies is islands and blue water: these were present, in abundance, but account for only a small part of the whole country. Another WOW was seeing the rock of Monemvasia from our balcony at our hotel, we had a great view of it.". friends and family would be Monomvasia and the hike w/spectacular views from the top of the "Rock".". And to top it all off, Greece is a magnificent country....steeped in history, beautiful vistas, and friendly people. Making the tour outstanding was our guide, David and the various local guides employed. "Seeing the Acropolis and pieces of art that are over 4000bc years old.". This was my first Rick Steves Tour and it was fantastic. Rick produces a best-selling guidebook series, a public television series, and a public radio show, and organizes small-group tours that take over 30,000 travelers to Europe annually. We enjoyed the olive oil guy. "There wasn't a "single" wow moment. The connection I felt to age-old humanness and the commonalities we share and the perspective it gave to my own life. I never realized that Greece was so hilly and mountainous. We saw some of the most important sites but also some of the less traveled but still fascinating places. This was our first Rick Steve's tour and we were not sure what to expect. The majority won & I went with them. Oh yeah, his sense of humor was great and made the trip a lot of fun. "There were several: the Acropolis, the beehive tombs, the ancient theater, the beautiful water at Mani, the rock at Monemvasia, etc. Sleep on the Mani Peninsula. Have been to Europe 7 times and have used 3 other tour groups. It's not every day you can walk into a Mycenaean Beehive Tomb! It is so ancient, yet modern at the same time. Talked to an older gentlemen that I assume he has met through his experiences. To try and pick just one would not do justice to the sights and events this tour provides.". Overall experience is Very Good mainly due to our tour guide Anastasia. "Standing on Mars Hill looking at the Acropolis in Athens. I felt this trip was such a great value for what we got to see and experience. He has wonderful knowledge of history, geography, politics, archaeology, arts, music, language and is a great communicator. It was a most enjoyable experience. I marveled the engineering skill and degree of preservation at the site. Our 4th RS tour. If you have a problem with motion sickness, you need to know there is A LOT of bus driving through very curvy, mountain roads. Tour: The Theater of Dionysus. Our only regret was the tour having to end early due to Covid-19. We love traveling together, but we don't have time to plan the details of an international travel trip. Well, really I could go on and on about how many WOW moments I had.". The diversity was amazing, from small mountain towns to sleepy seaside villages and a medieval fortress. All we rated 5* so we think we are good judges of service and guides, etc.. It was beautiful, quiet, and we enjoyed spending time with other tour members on the beach.". My husband and some other men in our group arranged a fishing excursion. He spent a lot of his free time with us and made it clear that he really enjoyed our group. The place was once a thriving community, I can only imagine what daily life was like. The time we had in our own enabled us to enjoy sights and restaurants beyond what the tour provided. I also enjoyed trying to speak Greek to say good morning, ordering coffee, and asking for the check. It is an incredible structure that is a tribute to Grecian engineering and mathematics.". One major wow for me was the beehive tomb at Mycenae. Our arrival at different landmarks was timed to be most beneficial to the group. "Maria's knowledge and skill at leading us was as spectacular as all the amazing places we visited. He has a wealth of knowledge and was able to provide all of our traveling companions with many stories and fables, "The acropolis and how an ancient civilization was able to construct such an impressive structure". ", We had such a fabulous trip. No pomp, no circumstance; just there. Fellow tour members were a joy to be with for the two weeks. We had excellent tour guides (Filippos and Iris), and excellent local guides. Anastasia was wonderful. "I had expected that the Acropolis in Athens to be my Wow moment, but actually, I found the other sites (Olympia, Delphi, Mycenae and Epidavros) to be more interesting. The balance of Guided time and alone time was impeccable. This was our favorite Rick Steve's tour yet! Very well arranged and executed. Greece, the tour itself, the folks we were with and Maria, our fabulous guide all exceeded my expectations. Here, 25 centuries ago, the celebrated oracle allowed mere mortals to converse with the gods. 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