6 Sommelier-Led Tastings in Greece, Priced and Compared

1.Wine Tasting with a Sommelier under the Acropolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 311 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $68Our pick

At Hill Athens Rooftop Restaurant, sommelier George Spirou guides you through about seven or more Greek wines from regional wineries. You’ll learn Greece’s wine map, taste grapes such as Roditis, Limnio, Kidonitsa, Muscat, Augoustiatis, and Mandilaras, and pair the pours with Greek cheese, bread, olive oil, and small plates beneath the Acropolis.

“Since we were only two guests we got a lot of information and all the attention just for us.”

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2.Greek Gastronomy & Wine Pairing Cruise with a Sommelier in Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $217Top rated

Spend about five hours sailing from Athens with captain and chef Yiannis, tasting fresh Greek dishes prepared onboard, swimming or snorkeling near Ydrousa, and relaxing with wine and sea views. Groups are capped at 10, with towels, equipment, lunch, snacks, and WiFi included. Hotel pickup costs extra in some areas.

“What a beautiful experience we had on the "Greek Gastronomy & Wine Pairing Cruise in Athens"! Our amazing Captain, Chef, and new friend, Giannis ensured every detail was perfection. The boat was stunning, the exquisite cuisine was out of this world (I am an extreme foodie from Atlanta, GA, US), the landscape and water blew our minds, and the sunset was unrivaled. The value of this excursion well exceeds the cost, and is an adventure we will never forget. Everyone should have this experience”

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3.PRIVATE Walking Tour with Lunch and Wine Tasting by a Sommelier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Start with coffee or mountain tea above Chania, then taste four indigenous Cretan wines with sommelier Maria. Guides such as Nasos and Dimitris lead you through the Venetian harbor and Old Town before a generous lunch of local dishes, wine, and sweets. Hotel pickup is included within the stated Chania area.

“Nasos was an amazing tour guide and extremely accommodating to our changing schedule. The cafe to start with the picture perfect view, the wine tasting, the walk along the canal, and the food were all amazing! Thank you!”

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4.Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $42Best value

At 10GR Boutique Hotel & Wine Bar in Rhodes Old Town, a certified sommelier guides your private group through Greek wines. Choose a beginner, Wine Lovers, or Expert session. Kosmas, Alexandra, and Ali have led tastings covering grape varieties, production, tasting technique, and food pairing. Wine is included, and sessions last about 50 minutes.

“Fun and informative afternoon wine tasting in Rhodes Old Town. Lovely way to spend the afternoon learning about Greek wines with a selection of cheese and meats for pairing. My daughter and I did tasting for beginners and left feeling inspired and much more knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this unique experience.”

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5.Greek Wines Tasting with Sommelier and Acropolis Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $70

Meet at Hill Athens Rooftop Restaurant for a 90-minute tasting led by George Spyrou or another member of the wine team. You’ll study Greece’s wine regions, taste about six to eight unusual Greek wines, and pair them with local tapas while looking toward the Acropolis.

“Entertaining, informative and great wine! Really enjoyed this wine tasting and the views. Friendly staff that makes you feel comfortable”

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6.Santorini Wine Roads: Tour of 3 Wineries with a Sommelier

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $212

Spend four to five hours visiting three family-run wineries across Santorini with a sommelier such as Vaios, Hercules, Elsa, or Fotis. Learn about volcanic soil, local grapes, and the kouloura vine-training method while tasting mainly white and dessert wines with Cycladic cheese and local bites. Pickup, return, and a designated driver are included.

“We really enjoyed our tour of 3 wineries with our Sommelier, Hercules. He was very knowledgeable about the wines at each winery and about Santorini. He taught us how to taste the wines and recognize the depth of each one. We would definitely do this tour again!”

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