best time to visit:
Summer
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Greece is one of the world's great travel destinations — a country of extraordinary geographic diversity, 6,000 islands (227 of them inhabited), 3,000 years of recorded history, and a cuisine and wine culture that has matured significantly in the past two decades into something genuinely world-class. For Complete Concierge clients, Greece rewards bespoke planning — the combination of private charter yachting between islands, helicopter transfers, and selective use of the finest hotels and villas produces an experience that bears no resemblance to conventional Greek tourism.
Greece's most iconic destination — the caldera villages of Oia and Fira perched on the edge of a volcanic crater above the Aegean, with sunsets that have become genuinely legendary. Canaves Oia Epitome and Mystique (a Luxury Collection property) are the finest hotels on the island. The private villa market in Oia and Imerovigli is exceptional — edge-of-caldera properties with infinity pools and views that define the word ‘spectacular’. Complete Concierge secures the finest available properties on Santorini and can arrange helicopter transfers from Athens in approximately 30 minutes.
Greece’s most glamorous island — a combination of extraordinary natural beauty, world-class beach clubs, and an international social scene that operates at the highest level from June through September. Scorpios, Nammos, and Solymar define the beach club culture. The Katikies Mykonos and the Cavo Tagoo are the finest hotel properties. Mykonos is best experienced as part of a yacht charter itinerary — arriving by sea gives the island its proper perspective and allows access to quieter coves and anchorages beyond the main town.
Paros has emerged as one of the most sophisticated islands in the Cyclades — quieter than Mykonos, more authentically Greek than Santorini, and with a genuinely excellent food and wine scene centred around Naoussa. Anti-Paros, the small island connected by ferry, is where a number of high-profile international visitors maintain private residences — the atmosphere is extremely discreet and the beaches are exceptional.
The greenest and most Venetian of the Greek islands, Corfu sits in the Ionian Sea off the northwest coast of mainland Greece. The Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site — extraordinary Venetian architecture, narrow lanes, and a completely different character from the Cyclades. The Corfu Imperial (Grecotel) and Domes Miramare are the finest resort properties. The north of the island is home to some of Greece’s most beautiful coastal scenery.
The Greek capital is a destination in its own right — and more than earns a dedicated 2-3 day stay before or after island travel. The Acropolis and the National Archaeological Museum are non-negotiable. The Monastiraki and Psirri neighbourhoods offer the finest food, wine, and neighbourhood culture. The Hotel Grande Bretagne and the Four Seasons Astir Palace (a stunning coastal resort 30 minutes south of the city centre) are the finest properties.
The Greek islands are one of the world's premier superyacht charter destinations — the combination of calm, clear Aegean water, frequent anchorages, and the extraordinary variety of island characters makes a crewed yacht the finest way to experience the country. Complete Concierge arranges crewed vessel charters throughout the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, and the Ionian islands — from intimate sailing yachts for two to large motor superyachts with full crew. The most popular charter base is Athens (Lavrion or Flisvos Marina), with itineraries typically heading through the Saronic Gulf and into the Cyclades.
May through June and September through mid-October are the ideal windows — warm, sunny, and without the extreme heat and crowds of the peak July-August period. July and August are the most popular months and the most vibrant socially, but accommodation is at its most limited and expensive, and Mykonos in particular becomes extremely busy. The shoulder months offer the best combination of conditions and availability. Athens and the mainland are pleasant year-round.
Complete Concierge arranges private jet charter to Athens International (ATH) or directly to island airports including Santorini (JTR), Mykonos (JMK), and Corfu (CFU) where runway length and aircraft type permit. We coordinate villa and hotel arrangements across all islands, crewed superyacht charters throughout the archipelago, helicopter transfers between islands, restaurant reservations, and any personal requests throughout your stay. Greece is a complex destination to plan well — your advisor's expertise ensures every element is correct.
Yes — both Santorini (JTR) and Mykonos (JMK) have airports capable of receiving most light and midsize jets. Larger aircraft (heavy jets and above) typically arrive at Athens (ATH) with onward helicopter transfer to the islands, approximately 30-45 minutes. Complete Concierge advises on the optimal routing based on your aircraft type and itinerary.
For most Complete Concierge clients, yes — a crewed yacht provides flexibility, privacy, and access to anchorages and coves that are not reachable by any other means. The ability to move between islands at will, wake up in a different bay each morning, and avoid the logistics of inter-island ferries and flights makes yacht charter the most immersive and most elegant way to experience Greece.
For July and August, particularly on Santorini and Mykonos, we recommend beginning planning 4-6 months in advance. The finest villas and caldera properties in Santorini and the best boats for yacht charter are committed early. Shoulder months allow somewhat shorter lead times but still benefit from early planning, particularly for yacht charters.