Cultural

Explore your senses

In Greece, you are standing at crossroads of cultures, colours and civilisations, you feel the grandeur of history and the warmth of being at the southernmost part of Europe, you discover the evolutionary process of thought, influence and experience.

If you’re looking for something a little bit different, Bluemar offers a wide range of walking, sailing, adventure and cultural tours and accommodation of all levels.

ISLAND-HOP
Island-hop on a luxury yacht and visit some of the more remote and uninhabited of the lush Ionian islands, famed for their white beaches, olive groves and turquoise waters

CUISINE
Learn the secrets of Greek cookery from a master and spend your evenings at traditional tavernas on the little South Dodecanese island of Symi, in a mountain village in Crete, on the caldera of Santorini, in a tiny Cypriot village or in fantastic stylish Mykonos. Private Cooking Class: Spend some time learning about the secrets of Greek cuisine as a professional chef leads you through centuries of culinary traditions. Tie on your apron and assist in preparing several popular dishes. After class, enjoy a specially prepared lunch and wine tasting! Try and relish!
A perfect introduction to the cuisine of Greece and Cyprus, this experience will begin with a visit to the traditional food markets and include tastings of traditional Greek and Cypriots culinary delights.

CRETE'S STRUGGLE FOR LIBERTY
Here is the chance to meet true Cretans in their local life-style. Throughout the vacation, there’s the opportunity to learn quite a lot about the Cretan landscape and its lovely natives.
Explore true Crete and its authentic inhabitants! As a visitor to Crete do not miss Anogia and its surrounding area.

MINOAN CIVILISATION
Enrich your knowledge simply by joining a guided tour through the Minoan Ruins on Crete as Knossos: An Ancient Temple Area  – once a Minoan Palace truly known world wide for its precious and genuine record of the Minoan cultural past.

VENETIAN CRETE
As well as a wonderful destination for a villa holiday, Crete is a fascinating destination for a cultural and historic tour with a wealth of sights reflecting its ancient Minoan culture dating back some 3,000 years and more recent periods of Byzantine and Venetian rule that led to some beautiful towns, particularly Chania and Rethymnon where this tour is based for the week.

WALKING TOURS
Beautiful mountains, deep gorges, fantastic fauna and flora distinguish Greece and Cyprus. Hiking and Walking tours are available all over our destinations. Explore the difference and the characteristics of the assorted destinations.

ON CAIQUE TO THE PAST
Follow the ancient trails of Evia, Andros and Tinos on an Aegean islands hike and continue your trip by boat with a Caique cruise, searching out quiet coves for swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing

ALEXANDER THE GREAT
Explore the classical sites of Greek Macedonia on an archaeological tour, featuring visits to the birthplace of Alexander the Great, the tomb of Phillip II and Mount Olympus

THE ACIENT GREECE
Marvel at the Parthenon and Acropolis in Athens, or travel inland to Meteora with its ancient Byzantine Monasteries and churches

WINES OF GREECE
Discover the unknown world of Greek wines as you visit two of the most prestigious wineries in Athens. Enjoy a specially arranged tasting of four different Greek wines. Afterwards, delight in a traditional Greek lunch concluding with a tasting of ‘ouzo,’ the famous Greek distilled liqueur.

KAISARIANI MONASTERY
Located just outside of Athens at the foot of Mt. Hymettos, the Kaisariani Monastery dates back to the 11th century. Built over many centuries, it’s one of the most important architectural sites in all of Greece. During your guided visit, discover the hidden treasures and fascinating history which lie beyond its gates.

ATHENS BY HELICOPTER
After visiting Athens on foot, it is time to enjoy some aerial views of Athens during this forty-minute private helicopter tour. Fly over the Acropolis and surrounding monuments before hovering above the coast of Athens and Cape Sounion.

SAILING AND SWIMMING
Enjoy a full day on a private sailboat in the glistening Mediterranean sea. Once anchored in a secluded bay, you will have plenty of time for swimming, sunbathing and a special lunch served on board.

UNDER THE PARTHENON MOONLIGHT
Bask in the glory of Ancient Greece as you enjoy an unforgettable performance at the original Parthenon theater. Opera, Ballet and musical concerts are performed every evening in the summer months.

ANCIENT GREEK TRAGEDIES
Greek Tragedies are as much a part of Greece as feta cheese and breathtaking islands. Cap off your stay in Athens with a visit to the most beautiful and incredibly preserved ancient Greek Amphitheater in Epidaurus where you will watch an Ancient Greek Tragedy performance.

THE MOUNTAINS OF GREECE AND CYPRUS
Visit the mountains of Parnitha, Pendeli and Hymetus that surround Athens, the mountains of Dikti, Psiloritis and White Mountains on Crete or Kyrenia, Troodos, Olympos and Pentadaktyla on Cyprus on a 4x4 vehicle and be rewarded with spectacular views of Athens and the Mediterranean. A traditional Greek or Cypriot lunch is included.

PANORAMIC ATHENS
Panoramic tour of Athens, highlighted by a visit to the Acropolis and its adjoining museum.

PLAINS OF AGROLIS
Full-day excursion along the Saronic Gulf via the Corinth Canal with stops in Mycenae, Nauplion and Epidaurus. Lunch will be included at a local restaurant.

CAPE SOUNION
Excursion to scenic Cape Sounion, passing some of Greece’s most beautiful beaches to the Southern tip of Attica to view the pillars of Poseidon’s Temple.

ATHENS MUSEUM TOUR
Venture beyond the ancient and visit the Archaeological Museum, the renowned Benaki, Byzantine and the Lalaounis Jewelery Museums.

GREEK ISLAND TOURS
See more of the local culture, history and the natural beauty of the islands with a private guided tour of Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini, Crete or Corfu.

Greek summers can be very hot and humid, and though the islands benefit from the cooling sea breeze, the most pleasant time to visit is in the shoulder seasons from April to mid-June, and late-August to mid-October. On the larger, more popular islands, some tourist attractions stay open year round, though most are closed for the winter between October and April. The most famous summer event is the Hellenic festival which takes place between June and September and features dance, drama, music and much more in ancient, mostly open-air theatres.

Bluemar offers on specific dates specific cultural group tours. For the individual travelers, we offer also a wide range of tours. As all requests are very distinct, we customise tailor-made offers for each enquiry.

Further information and offers for all our cultural trips under: info@bluemar.gr