Greek Islands Small Group Tours
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- Holidays in Greece - 10 Days (Small Group Tour)
- Incredible Crete, Santorini, Myconos (small group, Discovery, Culture, food)
- Athens, Santorini and Crete Deluxe
- 2 Greek Islands Tour - 5 Days - Paros & Santorini - Premium
- Greek Island Hopping with Guided Tours - With 4* hotels Premium
- Mykonos, Santorini & Athens Experience - Premium SemiPrivate Tour
- Mykonos & Santorini Tour - 5 Days - Premium
- Exploring Crete
- Greece Culture History Sights with Santorini Catamaran tour
- Deluxe Greece Trip with Corfu
Holidays in Greece - 10 Days (Small Group Tour)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our hotels were very nice. Our communications with Travel Zone (Dilimar) were excellent.”
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Zakynthos, Mykonos, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Travel Zone From $4,811
12% Off- NZ$4,234You save $577
Incredible Crete, Santorini, Myconos (small group, Discovery, Culture, food)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Everything went smoothly. We were introduced to the best Greek foods.”
Alain, traveled in May
A select group design promises close-up views of Greek Islands from Crete to Mykonos. The limited numbers unlock exclusive activities like private catamaran cruises in Santorini, intimate wine tastings, and authentic taverna dining by the sea.
Duration 11 days Destinations Athens, Chania, Elafonisi, Rethymnon, Agia Roumeli, Hora Sfakion, Plakias, Agia Galini, Matala, Agios NikolaosSee all destinations Age Range 4 to 96 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Epos Travel & Tours From
12% Off- NZ$8,131
Athens, Santorini and Crete Deluxe
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It was the trip of a lifetime. The accommodations in Santorini and Crete were super nice and in nice locations.”
Tay, traveled in April
Small groups of 8-12 travelers share magical moments across the Greek Islands. Santorini's volcanic caldera cruise includes swimming at Palia springs, while Crete offers pristine beaches and four nights at a luxurious beachfront resort.
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Santorini, Crete Age Range 8 to 85 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
12% Off- NZ$3,201
2 Greek Islands Tour - 5 Days - Paros & Santorini - Premium
40 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Overall very good management.”
Syed, traveled in July
Intimate groups of 8-12 travelers delve into Paros and Santorini. The cozy size grants special access to Nea Kameni's volcanic trails and quiet evenings at premium island hotels, with dedicated service during transfers and excursions.
Duration 5 days Destinations Athens, Paros, Santorini Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Travel Zone From $3,103
25% Off- NZ$2,327You save $775
Greek Island Hopping with Guided Tours - With 4* hotels Premium
85 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a really memorable trip!”
Marcel, traveled in June
Carefully curated island adventures with semi-private tours await. Mykonos' Little Venice, Paros' traditional villages, Naxos' ancient temples, and Santorini's wine estates welcome small groups. Private transfers and English-speaking guides included.
Duration 11 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Travel Zone From $6,829
25% Off- NZ$5,122You save $1,707
Mykonos, Santorini & Athens Experience - Premium SemiPrivate Tour
31 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was top notch. Highly recommended.”
Greek Islands unfold for small groups of 6-8 travelers, offering personal encounters at Delos archaeological site and Santorini's traditional canavas. The semi-private setting creates perfect conditions for intimate wine tastings and authentic meze lunches with stunning caldera views.
Duration 7 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Travel Zone From $5,718
25% Off- NZ$4,289You save $1,429
Mykonos & Santorini Tour - 5 Days - Premium
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our week one we will remember. Thank you.”
Helena, traveled in June
Semi-private island tours tailored for travelers aged 50+. Intimate groups enjoy detailed exploration of Mykonos' Little Venice and Matoyanni Street. A volcanic cruise to Nea Kameni concludes with sunset dinner overlooking Oia's famous caldera.
Duration 5 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Santorini Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Travel Zone From $3,713
25% Off- NZ$2,785You save $928
Exploring Crete
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We would definitely go with TUI again. The room was great.”
Allan, traveled in October
Small groups of 12-15 travelers wind through Spinalonga's historic colony and Heraklion's Venetian harbor. The intimate setting ensures quality time at each site, from Knossos Palace to traditional mountain villages. Features guided tours and stays at Hotel Hersonissos Maris.
Duration 8 days Destinations Heraklion, Spinalonga, Knossos, Chania, Rethymnon Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Operator Destination Services Greece From $1,406
10% Off- NZ$1,266You save $140
Select groups, averaging 32 years old, sail Santorini's caldera in style. Red Beach, White Beach, and Hot Springs visits shine with personal service during onboard lunch and wine tasting.
Duration 7 days Destinations Athens, Santorini Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
10% Off- NZ$2,696
The Greek Islands welcome ages 4+ on this intimate tour. Small groups enjoy exclusive access during the Santorini catamaran voyage, with private swimming stops at Palia and Nea Kameni. Corfu's pristine beaches offer tranquil moments.
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Santorini, Corfu Age Range 4 to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
10% Off- NZ$3,876
Reviews of Small Group tours to Greek Islands
- 2 Greek Islands Tour - 5 Days - Paros & Santorini - Premium
Tour Radar had everything arranged right down to every detail. Their Travel consultant met us at our hotel in Athens to give us a complimentary gift plus tickets and ferry vouchers. She also gave us lots of useful travel advise. All transfers were arranged and the hotels amazing Would definitely go through Tour radar again
- Greek Island Hopping with Guided Tours - With 4* hotels Premium
What a fabulous vacation!! We just returned from an 11 day island hopping trip to Greece (5 stops in all). We were a little hesitant to book through Tour Radar being that we had never heard of them before, but after much research, we decided to jump in. Everything, and I mean everything was handled for us. During the initial scheduling process, we made numerous changes to our itinerary including flying to an island instead of ferrying, upgrading to a fast ferry, changing a water tour to a land tour, upgrading our hotels and more. Tour Radar was wonderful at meeting our requests and their communication was spot on. They always got back to us within a day. They arranged for all of our transfers (12 in all) and we never had to lift a finger. They were always on time, if not early, and got us to where we needed to be. The land tours they offered were wonderful. We got a great taste of the islands. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and all were exceptional. We would not hesitate to use Tour Radar for our next trip. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
- Mykonos, Santorini & Athens Experience - Premium SemiPrivate Tour
This tour allows you to enjoy free time in the islands combined with organized excursions. Well recommended.
What our customers ask about Greek Islands Small Group Tours
What is the ideal group size for exploring the Greek Islands?
Small group tours in the Greek Islands work best with 8-12 travelers. G Adventures sailing trips are a good example operating with 8 guests plus a skipper on their 57-foot yacht. The smaller numbers allow groups to reach places like hidden coves near Mykonos or quiet beaches on Antiparos that larger tours can't access. As one TourRadar traveler noted "The smaller group allowed us to visit hidden coves and beaches that larger groups couldn't access." These intimate groups can also explore authentic spots like the mountain village of Apiranthos on Naxos without overwhelming local communities.
What type of accommodation can I expect on small group tours?
Small group tours in Greece typically use boutique hotels and family-run properties. In Santorini guests often stay in traditional cave hotels with caldera views while Mykonos offers places like the Molaraki Hotel near New Port. Guest feedback shows particular appreciation for properties like the Anezina Hotel in Paros and local guesthouses in Galissas Syros where accommodations consistently receive ratings above 4.5 out of 5 for their personalized service and authentic character.
How do meal arrangements work on small group tours in Greek Islands?
Tours usually cover daily hotel breakfasts and select group dinners at local tavernas. Groups might dine at waterfront spots in Loutro Crete or family restaurants in Galissas Syros. One TourRadar traveler noted "Our guide took us to hidden gems like a family taverna in Naxos where we shared mezedes and local wines - something you'd never find in large tour groups." Some itineraries include extra food experiences like cooking classes at Hotel Anezina in Paros or wine tastings at Santorini vineyards.
What is the best season for small group tours in Greek Islands?
The Greek Islands welcome small group tours from April through October with May-June and September-October offering the most pleasant conditions. During these shoulder seasons visitors can enjoy activities like the Caldera walk in Santorini without summer crowds or extreme heat. A TourRadar traveler shared that "Visiting in September meant we could enjoy the Byzantine road walk in Paros and explore Naxos's mountain villages without the intense summer heat or crowds."
What special access do small group tours provide in Greek Islands?
The intimate size of small group tours opens doors to experiences larger groups miss. Groups can visit family wineries like Aroma in Santorini's Exogonia village access secluded beaches in Milos by small boat and tour olive farms near Knossos in Crete. According to one TourRadar traveler "Our small group size allowed us to visit local homes in Naxos and learn traditional cooking techniques something impossible with larger groups." The format also works well for exploring narrow village streets in Ano Syros and intimate tavernas in Mykonos' Little Venice.
How flexible are the itineraries on small group tours in Greek Islands?
While maintaining a structured framework small group tours allow room for personal choice. On Naxos and Paros travelers can often choose between guided walks on ancient paths or beach time. In Santorini after a group sunset visit to Oia participants might explore spots like Amoudi Bay independently. One TourRadar traveler shared "Our guide in Syros gave us the option to join the coastal walk to Kini or explore Galissas beach independently - this flexibility made the tour feel more personal."