GREECE

Greece is virtually peerless when it comes to historical intrigue. Nowhere is this truer than in the Acropolis in Athens, with the Parthenon and all kinds of other relics from Greece’s grand past. Similarly, you can hit the legendary Palace of Knossos, just outside of Heraklion on the island of Crete. Our running tours in Greece give you an unbeatable perspective into Greek history from those who know it best.

If you’re a foodie, you’re in luck. Simple, quality ingredients are the order of the day in the quintessential kitchen of the Mediterranean. A leisurely lunch of olives, fish and Greek herbs is the perfect way to refuel after your run in Greece. This cuisine is only possible due to the country’s year-round wonderful weather. Perfect weather and delicious healthy cuisine combine to make running in Greece a blissful experience.

Most runners will be able to relate to the draw of Marathon, where the race was first run. As the home of the marathon and the Olympic Games, Greeks are unsurprisingly sporty. Throw in some of the world’s most stunning trail runs in craggy Crete and you’ve got a perfect setting for all kinds of runner.

So forget the standard guidebook tours and check out our running tours in Greece. The country is perfect for sightrunning, and we assure you it will live long in the memory.