Siena Mueller

We had an amazing trip to Greece arranged by Siena. We have two kids who are both very interested in Greek Mythology, and the kimkim team set us up with a terrific itinerary, seeing the most interesting sites in Athens, Delphi, Olympia and Nafplio. Every day was amazing, but highlights of our favorite activities include the Mythical Pan cave hike near Delphi/Arachova with Hellas Trekking, the guided tour of Olympia with former archaeologist Zoe, the fun Percy Jackson themed adventure around Athens (the views from the Hill of the Nymphs were awesome), and the amazing team of drivers helping with all transfers. We had one thing come up in the middle of the trip, where we realized that the annual Tour of Hellas (bike race) was going to be right in the path. We linked up with our specialist and driver, and the day ended up being slightly different than planned, but an absolute blast (we had to leave the highway for an hour while the race went by, but it allowed us to tour the delightful town of Galaxidi, buy some local products, and even watch the race go by and cheer them on). The drivers were flexible and attentive to our needs throughout. We were so grateful to have the same driver for the last 3 days of our trip. He was so helpful, and he got to know us and our kids and pointed out things he thought we would find interesting as we drove. It was very helpful to be able to leave our bags in his van while we toured museums and sites each day as we moved from one hotel to another. The kimkim team helped arrange specific activities that fit with our children's interests and picked family friendly tours and guides, and that really made all the difference for our whole family. Lastly, our daughter had a birthday while on the trip, and the kimkim team arranged for a cake and balloons to be in one of our hotel rooms - so sweet and it gave her a huge smile. Grateful for a wonderful trip.

Hotel Reviews

MET34 Athens

Athina

Great location. Noisy, busy part of town, windows didn't block the outside sound well. Breakfast brought to room by staff. Clean, plenty of space for us, nice kitchenette.

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Kastalia Boutique Hotel Delphi

Delphi

Very nice hotel, great location, great restaurant. We had a room on the village side/main street which was quite loud especially at night (gelato place and many restaurants across the street). Other side of hotel had view of beautiful valley, likely would have been quieter and prettier (but more expensive), but would try to stay on that side if ever there again. attentive and kind staff.

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Ionion Beach Apartment Hotel Olympia

Pineios

Great location on beach, wish we had more time there. Nice playground for kids, great food at restaurant. Nice apartment style rooms with nice kitchen.

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Nafsimedon Hotel Nafplio

Nafplio

Nice hotel with nice staff. Loft-style rooms with two single beds in loft and the other on main level. Quiet which was nice. Located only two blocks from the steps up to Palamidi which was awesome.

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Sofitel Athens Airport

Athens

Hotel of necessity by airport. :-) Rooms were clean and quiet, beds were comfortable. WIndows had great blackout options. Even though we had to leave earlier than breakfast was served, the staff made us breakfast boxes which were amazing.

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Activity Reviews

Private Percy Jackson-Inspired Hero’s Adventure in Athens

Athens

Great tour, the guide made it fun and exciting for our kids. Great walk around town, loved the sites we visited.

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Percy Jackson-Inspired Acropolis & Museum Experience

Athens

Great tour of acropolis and museum. It wasn't very Percy Jackson-inspired, but nonetheless was informative and a nice guide. We learned so much more with a guide on the Acropolis than we otherwise would have. Was very nice that she already had our tickets for us, as the lines and process to get into the Acropolis was a mess.

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Private Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Day Trip

Athens

Great tour that covered a lot - Temple of Zeus, Olympic stadium, the Athens Riviera, down to Sounio and back. Temple of Poseidon was beautiful and the coastline drive was great. Great lunch at a taverna on the way back. Very kind driver.

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Guided Hike to Mythical Pan Cave

Delphi

One of best experiences of the trip. Great hike, great guide. Loved the cave. Highly, highly recommend to families.

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Private Guided Visit to Ancient Olympia

Greece

Another great tour! Zoe was an incredible guide. She made the whole site light up for us. You could tell she knew a ton about the site and Greek history. She really knew how to tell a story through the tour and helped us learn a lot in the process. She also took us through the museum and we learned so much more from that museum than we would have on our own. AMAZING day.

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Family-Friendly Trip to Epidaurus

Nafplio

Great tour, the drama games were a lot of fun and taught us about the development of Greek theater and performance. Wish we had a little more time in the theater itself/archaeological site, as it ended up being a bit rushed in the end. Otherwise great.

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Sienna made sure every detail of our trip was planned impeccably. We had an absolute blast doing the Sydney Bridge Climb and snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef and our private Great Ocean Road trip was the highlight of our trip. It all went so smoothly. The App worked out really well. All of our drivers were excellent and on time. Everyone kept in touch the entire trip. Sienna and Greg worked so well together to make this one of our easiest vacations yet.

Hotel Review

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns

The location of this hotel is perfect. There are shops and restaurants all around the hotel. There is a wonderful promenade to walk and see a lot of the shoreline. Our room had a beautiful view of the marina and it made it easy to get to our excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. The hotel had an amazing breakfast buffet included that we enjoyed every day.

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It is beautiful and quiet

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Everything is nearby this hotel

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Always polite and helpful

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Hotel was kept very clean

Activity Review

Michaelmas Cay Cruise

Australia

The snorkeling trip to Michaelmas Cay was a highlight of our Australia getaway. The experience was amazing, and we truly enjoyed it. The vibrant marine life and the clear waters made it unforgettable. It was a well-organized and exciting excursion.

This trip with my sister was the exact balance of structure and freedom. I am in the process of booking another trip with KimKim because of the professionalism and ability to treat me/my sister as human beings and not just business partners.

I would highly recommend this company and specifically Sienna who helped my sister and I enjoy one of the most unforgettable vacations in Greece.

Next up is Normandy France.

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Chania Inn

Chania

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I still cannot believe how awesome this was and for the price

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Ancient Athens Acropolis and Mythology Walk

Athens

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Self-Guided Neighborhoods Walk

Athens

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Winery Dinner Under the Stars Experience

Chania

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Self-Guided Chania Old Town Walk

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Explore the South Beaches of Crete from Chania

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Imbros Gorge Hike

Chania

The Gorge was great. The bus ride and pickup process was weird

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This was something that I had been planning to do, a history trip with my son to Greece and the kimkim team brought to reality. Our trip starter in Athens- as we booked Ancient Athens Acropolis & Mythology walk that explained the history of The Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus. Proceeded on a day trip to Delphi, driving through the mainland to visit the Temple of Apollo and Mount Parnassus. Our driver and G-guide were fantastic and we had long conversations on the history as we drove. After it was Nafplio to visit the Palamidi Fortress- Venetian’s fort and then off to Mycenae and the Lion Gate along with the Cyclopean Walls, just awesome the history the land. Then it was Epidaurus and the 4th century BCE amphitheater still used for concerts and festivals along with the Healing Center, The Temple of Asklipeos. From there off to Sparta for the Sparta History Walk, the Tomb of Leonidas and the museum of the Olive & Greek Olive Oil. I would like to press my appreciation to Ntina our local guide in Sparta from Latonia Travel, her knowledge and enthusiasm for her native town and history that made our trip just that much better. The kimkim team were fantastic with Siena bring our vision to reality and Lea the in country support that was there for anything we may need.