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A Trip to Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete
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A Trip to Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete

By Greece Insiders
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Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Designing original, innovative, and out-of-the-box travel itineraries and incredible personalized service.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chania, Delphi, Delphi Museum, Heraklion, Mykonos, Santorini

Highlights

  • Divine Delphi and Galaxidi Excursion
  • MykonosBeaches
  • Caldera Sunset Cruise Lagoon 560
  • Knossos and Archaeological Museum
  • Falassarna & Water Sports
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats, Small Ship Cruise, Sailing, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Normally, I don't feel like writing reviews, but I felt compelled to do it for Athens Insiders. I made the decision to travel to Athens in the summer of 2012 in order to avoid the commotion that was predicted to result from the Queen's jubilee. As usual, my work kept me busy right up to the last minute, so I ran out of time to do anything fun for my week-long trip. I learned about this young group of tour guides for Athens and its vicinity from a friend. I had a wonderful experience. I got in touch with Daphne, who gave me email recommendations for Athens attractions to see, inquired about my preferences for local cuisine, and then devised an itinerary for my trip. In addition to visiting the typical suspects in Athens (Acropolis, etc.), I also chose to travel to Delhi and spend a night at a campground there. And I had a great time, honestly. We visited the attractions when there were few visitors and spent the busiest times outside of Athens rather than being herded around like cattle. I was taken to incredible tiny eateries (the well-known tavernas), marketplaces, and other regional shops."

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Indulge into the Greek Culture
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Indulge into the Greek Culture

By Greece Insiders
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Designing original, innovative, and out-of-the-box travel itineraries and incredible personalized service.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Athens, Chania, Elafonissi, Heraklion, Santorini

Highlights

  • Traditonal VIllages of Chania Mainland Tour - Small Group
  • Falassarna & Water Sports Tour
  • Knossos and Archaeological Museum Guided Tour - Private
  • Santorini Wine Tour - Semi Private
  • Caldera Sunset Cruise Lagoon 560 - Semi Private
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Normally, I don't feel like writing reviews, but I felt compelled to do it for Athens Insiders. I made the decision to travel to Athens in the summer of 2012 in order to avoid the commotion that was predicted to result from the Queen's jubilee. As usual, my work kept me busy right up to the last minute, so I ran out of time to do anything fun for my week-long trip. I learned about this young group of tour guides for Athens and its vicinity from a friend. I had a wonderful experience. I got in touch with Daphne, who gave me email recommendations for Athens attractions to see, inquired about my preferences for local cuisine, and then devised an itinerary for my trip. In addition to visiting the typical suspects in Athens (Acropolis, etc.), I also chose to travel to Delhi and spend a night at a campground there. And I had a great time, honestly. We visited the attractions when there were few visitors and spent the busiest times outside of Athens rather than being herded around like cattle. I was taken to incredible tiny eateries (the well-known tavernas), marketplaces, and other regional shops."

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Ionian Riviera
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Ionian Riviera

By Aman Tours
none
5/5 Excellent
29 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Corfu

Highlights

  • Visit of of Old Town Corfu
  • Visit of Erota and Sidari
  • Visit of Porto Timoni and Ipsos-Saranda, Porto Palermo,Ipsos

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Sailing, Photography, Scuba Diving

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"Although not a master in skiing this tour met all my expectations for a great holiday in Montenegro. Not only snow but also interior pools."

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Zanzibar's Past & Present
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Zanzibar's Past & Present

By Zama Tours & Safaris
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3.9/5 Great
8 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Zanzibar

Highlights

  • Classical discovery of culture and traditions in Zanzibar, alternated with leisure days at the beach
  • Visit Stone Town, giant tortoises, the old prison and the jungle of Jozani Forest
  • Enjoy the flexibility of a professional driver/guide with an air-conditioned vehicle for yourself

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"We were looking for a holiday in September in Tanzania which included a safari, but we also wanted to see more of the country and the people. After checking a few options, we found a program offered by Zama Tours & Safaris which covered game viewing as well as culture, this Bush & People package. The communication with Martina was great and everything was well organized. The safari car as in good condition and Amani, our guide was experienced and very fun to travel with. We saw lots of animals and stayed in nice lodges and tented camps. The visits to the Maasai and Hadza were really interesting and made the trip complete. Afterwards we went to Zanzibar for a few days of relax. Such an exotic place to be! Zama Tours did a great job and I can highly recommend them."

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12 day From Tranquility to Paradise of Vietnam in Halong Bay, Hoi An, and Phu Quoc Island
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12 day From Tranquility to Paradise of Vietnam in Halong Bay, Hoi An, and Phu Quoc Island

By PrestiGo Asia
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Hoa Lu, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Phu Quoc

Highlights

  • Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Ha Long Bay's limestone karsts
  • Immerse yourself in the ancient charm Hoi An and its peaceful village life.
  • Relax on the stunning beaches of Phu Quoc, with fine white sand and rows of coconut palm trees."

Themes

Cycling & Biking, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"We tried many special foods, and visited many beautiful temples. The traffic was so bad, but we also did other fun things to explore Thailand and had a great time every day of our trip. Thanks to Alex and Prestigo Asia for making it all happen!"

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Petit St Vincent
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Petit St Vincent

By Audley Travel
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • The perfect hideaway in the seclusion of the lush forest of Petit St Vincent Island.
  • Villas are completely private, opening out onto the beach.
  • Open air beachfront restaurant serving freshly caught seafood.
  • Access to some of the best diving sites at the JM Cousteau dive facility.
  • Take a day's sailing trip out to Tobago Cays, where skipper, Jeff Stevens will take you to some of the most beautiful deserted beaches.

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Sailing, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Coffee, Cali & Cartagena
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Coffee, Cali & Cartagena

By Lost World Adventures - CAUTION
none
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena

Highlights

  • Enjoy the lush landscapes, exotic flowers and stunning birds
  • Visit Gold Museum, home of the world’s largest collection of pre-Columbian gold
  • Get to know the cultures and traditions of ancient and existent indigenous tribes
  • Learn about the Spanish colonization, Inquisition era, and pirate sieges

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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Honeymoon In Colombia
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Honeymoon In Colombia

By Lost World Adventures - CAUTION
none
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena

Highlights

  • Enjoy a closed-door visit to Bogota's impressive Gold Museum
  • Cherish the beautiful blend of lush mountains, rich culture and very kind people
  • See the most beautiful valleys in Colombia
  • Learn about the Spanish colonization, Inquisition era, and pirates that sieged the city in the in the 17th century

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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