Gorgeous holidays in Greece have it all - warm and welcoming weather, unbelievable beaches, plus amazing historical sites. Crumbling columns or ancient structures can be found in the middle of the sleepiest countryside and the centre of the busiest city.
The countries towns and cities bustle with cool bars and the funkiest of boutiques. However, if it’s the traditional picture postcard Greece you are looking for, then holidays here won’t disappoint. Greece is an open air museum of sights. Most of the major sights are around the capital, Athens where the Acropolis and Parthenon are situated.
The countryside is diverse; from lush greenery to sun baked rocks, it is consistently beautiful and whichever part of the mainland, of the Peloponnese peninsula or of the plenty of islands you choose, you will have a stunning backdrop to your holiday. With more coastlines that any other country in Europe you will find some truly fantastic beaches.
For those that enjoy fine wines and top-notch cuisine, there are many wonderful tastes to experience on a holiday to Greece. The feta cheese, olives, dolmades and of course – the red grape wine – can be found in the most high-end of restaurants in the capital of Athens, to the tiniest tavernas in Rhodes or Crete.
Part of the Cycladic Islands, Ios is a small island not far from Santorini. A hotspot for party-goers, it has a lively nightlife and some buzzing beach resorts. There are also some beautiful sites you can visit.
Crete is an exciting sunshine destination where you will enjoy a warm welcome on the largest and most southerly of the Greek islands, with its stunning beaches, bars and culture.
Corfu is a well-established holiday destination, with over one million tourists visiting every year. One of the most beautiful of the Greek islands, it has great nightlife and gorgeous sandy beaches.
Kos holidays set you on a lovely Grecian island with a fantastic selection of resorts combining natural sights, historic ruins and all-action beach getaways.
Zante (or Zakynthos) is an island of natural beauty and peaceful hidden coves mixed with all-inclusive party resorts. Ideal for those that love waterskiing, yachting, scuba diving as well.
For the ideal Greek holiday, visit the charming resort of Petra, where you are sure to experience all of the delights that the beautiful and culturally rich country has to offer.
Make your holiday to Greece something to remember when you book with Thomas Cook. Choose from a wide range of accommodation and start packing for a fantastic holiday to Greece. Whether you want to spend your time relaxing or keep active, we’ve got the holiday for you.
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