Greece Cultural Holidays

Plato, Homer, Pythagoras – what do they all have in common, apart from the fact that they’re big names in history? The answer: they’re all Greek. A Greece cultural holiday is so much more than plate smashing and those pretty blue-and-white-buildings you see on Instagram, it’s an exploration of the birthplace of Western society. It’s hard to overstate the influence that the Ancient Greeks have had on us. From democracy, to geometry, to the Olympics; so much of their thinking and creation remains fundamental to today’s society. Go on your very own odyssey through this beautiful country and you’ll soon find evidence of Greek ingenuity – from the Palace of Knossos in Europe’s oldest city to the theatre of Epidaurus, which was a technological breakthrough when it was built thanks to its great acoustics. Then when you’ve had your fill of ancient history, travel back to the modern world for some delicious mezze and a carafe of wine by the sea.

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Our experts will customise the perfect Greece cultural holiday for you, but here’s just a taste of what you might discover on your tailor-made trip:


See a show at an ancient amphitheatre

Theatre was a cornerstone of Ancient Greek culture and, while some are now mere ruins, others have been restored for modern day use. On your Greece cultural holiday, head to the theatre of Epidaurus near Athens, Ancient Dion near Thessaloniki or Thassos on Greece’s northernmost island, which all still host shows and festivals today.


Visit Europe’s oldest city

Knossos is located on the island of Crete, just south of Heraklion, and is home to an ancient palace built by a civilization we now call the Minoans. Crete is a great base for anyone looking for the best of both worlds on their Greece cultural holiday. It’s the largest Greek island and has everything on offer, from ancient archaeological sites, to buzzing nightlife, beautiful beaches and even mountains.


Follow in the footsteps of the original Olympians

The Olympic Games were created to celebrate the ancient world’s most accomplished athletes, a tradition that continues to this day. Our expert guides can help you make the most of your Greece cultural holiday by sharing their unparalleled knowledge of the event’s fascinating history as you explore Olympia. Walk or even run around the same track where athletes competed for glory millennia ago and imagine the roar of the crowd.

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