Our mainland Greece holidays & tours
Over 80 percent of Greece is mainland, but most visitors head to Athens and then skip the rest of the peninsular country entirely in favour of one of its many islands. They’re missing the glorious beaches of the Peloponnese peninsula; Mount Olympus, Meteroa and the mainland’s mountainous regions; historic cities like Thessaloniki; and national parks, like Parnassus and Northern Pindos. They’re also missing an opportunity to find some real peace and quiet away from the crowds. Our mainland Greece holidays are not mainstream – rather, expect to go off the beaten track by bike in Messinia, Mani and Monemvasia, partake in a wellness retreat, or try the South Pelion walking trail. You’ll find it quiet and beautiful – and rewarding, too.
Our top Mainland Greece holidays
Highlights of Ancient Greece holiday
From
£1799 to £2449
9 days
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Discover the treasures of Ancient Greece
Small group2026: 7 Mar, 28 Mar, 18 Apr, 2 May, 16 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 2027: 6 Mar, 27 Mar, 17 Apr, 15 May, 29 May, 12 Jun, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 30 Oct
Greece cultural holiday
From
€1690
8 days
ex flights
More than a journey in ancient & byzantine Greek History!
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Peloponnese family activity holiday in Greece
From
€930 to €1020
8 days
ex flights
Ultimate family multi activity holiday in Greece
Small group2026: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct
Greece self drive holiday, Peloponnese beaches
From
€915 to €960
12 days
ex flights
Spend 12 days discovering historic sites, seaside villages and sandy beaches just outside Athens
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Messinia cycling holiday in Greece
From
€490 to €890
8 days
ex flights
Explore the Messinian seaside beauty by bike!
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Pilates holiday & wellness retreat in Greece
From
£990
7 days
ex flights
Pilates and Wellnes Retreat in Greece by the sea
Small group2026: 3 May, 14 Jun, 13 Sep
Hiking in Greece holiday, Zagori & Meteora
From
€1250 to €1290
7 days
ex flights
Ultimate hiking adventure in the Greek mountains & Meteora!
Small group2026: 29 Mar, 25 Apr, 23 May, 13 Jun, 12 Sep, 10 Oct
Greece yoga holiday
From
£990
7 days
ex flights
Yoga holiday by the sea in unspoilt Lefokastro Pelion Greece
Small group2026: 17 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 20 Sep
Ancient Greece holiday, private departure
From
€1870
9 days
ex flights
Ancient Greek Civilization Athens-Delphi-Peloponnese-Messini
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Mainland Greece map & highlights
Travel writers come out in a cold sweat when it comes to describing mainland Greece holidays. There are only so many superlatives out there, and a limited amount of words for blue. We are going to take the laconic approach, from the Greek of course, defined as ‘describing something in few words’. The etymology of this word comes from Laconia, one of our mainland Greece highlights in fact, where the native Spartans were said to be men of few words. And who needs words when you look up at the Mount Olympus, the ancient theatre at Epidavros or out across the infinity pool that is the Aegean.
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Delphi & Parnassus National Park
2. Laconia
3. Mount Olympus
4. Northern Pindos
5. Pelion Peninsula
6. Peloponnese Peninsula
2. Laconia
3. Mount Olympus
4. Northern Pindos
5. Pelion Peninsula
6. Peloponnese Peninsula
Delphi & Parnassus National Park
1. Delphi & Parnassus National Park
We love offering a natural and cultural combo on our holidays, and this region is one that tickles both the wild and wonderful. Rulers and pilgrims came to hear Apollo’s oracle at Delphi, the temple way up on the mountainous cliffs of Mount Parnassus. Now you can hear the eagles and vultures soar above the juniper trees, as you hike through the Pleisto valley or along the Plain of Itea.
Laconia
2. Laconia
As if the Peloponnese wasn’t pretty enough, it has two more picture perfect peninsulas protruding off it into the Med. With heritage heaving Sparta as its capital and Byzantine cities of Mystras and Monemvassia, swap culture for coast with turquoise fringed fishing towns such as Gytheio and Elia. And then in that Greek tragedy way, Agia Marina’s Petrified Forest and the sunken ancient city of Pavlopetri are epic.
Mount Olympus
3. Mount Olympus
Apart from its mythical stature, it is the highest mountain in Greece at 2,917m. That is the main peak of Mytikas, but it also has over 50 peaks on or around it, is the centre piece of the eponymous national park and an all round heavenly hiking hub. It’s not all peaks and summits though. Walking through Enipeas Gorge a must, as is packing your swimsuit, with waterfalls and river pools en route.
Northern Pindos
4. Northern Pindos
Wild, northern Greece is unknown to many, as is the fact that it is home to brown bears, lynx and wolves, in the black pine and beech forests of this mountainous region, all protected by the Northern Pindos National Park. Right up near the Albanian border, wildlife watching here isn’t just on land, with eagles and vultures up above, and mountain streams full of otters.
Pelion Peninsula
5. Pelion Peninsula
Oh yawn, another pretty peninsula. With a sea of its own, wrapping itself around the Pagasitic Gulf. Go hiking or canyoning in waterfall rich mountains still bedecked with oak, maple and chestnut trees. Bike or hike along ancient Pelion paths that criss cross their way through mountain villages. Horse ride along sandy beaches, or salute the sun on a yoga holiday. Or just salute everything. Pelion deserves it.
Peloponnese Peninsula
6. Peloponnese Peninsula
Greece aficionados adore it. Full of archaeological delights, such as the coastal town of Nafplion, the first modern capital, ancient theatre at Epidavros, 3,500-year-old ruins of Mycenae home of Agamemnon and Venetian fortress at Pylos. They nearly all have the backdrop of hillside olive groves in one direction or turquoise waters in the other. Or just keep the sea in view at all times by cycling along the Messinia coast.
Our Mainland Greece holidays reviews
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Katharine Finlay04 Nov 2025
Our Peloponnese trip was truly magical (though only a fraction of our entire ‘Greek Odyssey’). Our lovely tour operator, Anthi, was always available to assist when difficulties arose; our shared driver was charismatic, knowledgeable and obliging, and the itinerary had enough flexibility and free time to allow additional experiences at short notice.read more
William Robinson16 Oct 2025
Very well planned by the local operator and excellent support throughout.read more
Suzanne Leckie05 Oct 2025
Laconica is a hospitable and friendly place, the scenery on the tour is varied, the cycle routes are not too stretching, but enough to feel you've deserved some relaxation at the end of the day. It really is a great way to explore this part of the Peloponnese.read more
Anonymous22 Sep 2025
A wonderful place to relax and recharge - beautiful setting, inspirational teacher , delicious meals and a warm welcome all round! A perfect holiday!read more
