Visit stupendous ancient sites; windsurf along sandy coasts; laze on long beaches; ski in quiet resorts; trek along pleasant mountain paths; go island hopping; drink ouzo.
From the Acropolis at Athens to the ruins of Knossos in Crete, Greece boasts a wealth of stunning archaeological remains as well as atmospheric churches, picturesque villages, and mountains and sea shores. The Cyclades, Dodecanese, Aegean, Sporades and Saronic Gulf islands offer peaceful retreats as well as vibrant nightlife. On the mainland, Mt Parnassos near Delphi features inexpensive skiing facilities, while the Peloponnese peninsula is rich in history and diverse landscapes and the province of Thessaly presents the World Heritage monasteries of Meteora.
