Greece Tour Package from India

Greece, earlier a part of Macedonia, goes down in history as being one of the oldest and yet most advanced civilizations in the world. The land of ancient myths and legends and famous mythological gods, like Zeus, it is surrounded by the Aegean Sea, the Mediterranean Sea & the Ionian Sea. It has more than 2,000 islands, of which about 170 are inhabited. The currency is Euro and the official language is Greek followed by English.

The country’s capital is Athens, a vivid mix of history and blend of modern life. The city is has 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, a hilltop citadel topped with ancient buildings like the colonnaded Parthenon Temple. The Acropolis Museum, along with the National Archaeological Museum, preserves sculptures, vases, jewellery and more from Ancient Greece. Mt. Olympus, mentioned in Greek local folklore, forms an umbrella over the Greek landscape. Enjoy the morning tours of the Acropolis or the in the evening, a walk past the illuminated monuments. You can also visit the various traditional Greek Tavernas or bars and enjoy a local music and dance performance with wine, cheese, kebabs and olives.

The other island, which is very popular amongst honeymooners is Mykonos. Mykonos is an island in the Cyclades group in the Aegean Sea. It’s popularly known for its summer party atmosphere. Beaches & dance clubs attract world-renowned DJs and typically stay open well past dawn. Iconic landmarks include a row of 16th-century windmills, which sit on a hill above Mykonos town. Enjoy a stay in Mykonos with a Spa thrown in !

Unforgettable is Santorini with its lovely white-washed houses with blue domed rooves. Santorini is a volcanic island in the Cyclades group of the Greek islands. It is famous for its dramatic views, stunning sunsets from Oia town, the strange white eggplant, used to make the Greek dish Moussaka, the port town of Thira, from where the ferries travel back and forth and naturally its very own active volcano the Caldera in the middle of the Aegean Sea.

Greek cuisine is exotic and made from the freshest produce. Don’t leave Greece without trying the Taramasalata, Classic dips such as Tzatziki (yogurt, cucumber and garlic), Melitzanosalata (Aubergine), and Fava (creamy split pea purée), Olives and Olive Oil, Dolmades, Moussaka, Grilled meats, kebabs and seafood.

Greece is hence an amazing destination. Visit Greece and never forget it.