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 country's 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 holiday deals 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 cheap 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.
On Crete, there is no shortage of modern-day distractions, with its lively selection of holiday resorts, superb beaches and traditional entertainment to enjoy, your Crete holiday will be one to remember.
Corfu has a whole range of beautiful beaches, while the nightlife in the resorts is eclectic and well-established. There are plenty of excellent restaurants, plus smaller eateries and cafes.
Kos a modern, bustling, exuberant holiday isle, catering to the hedonistic tastes of sun-starved northern Europeans, while still full of culture and ancient history. Guaranteed to please everyone.
Zante is an idyllic Greek Island with some of the best beaches around, making them perfect for families with children, and there are also great watersports opportunities across the island.
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 great value accommodation and start packing for a fantastic cheap 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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