Chris Gravas
My name is Chris and I have a passion for authentic experiences, cultural awakenings, and nature explorations. I am also a part-time musician, occasionally performing with my rock/blues band in local venues. In the meantime, as a partner of a local travel agency, I take every chance in exploring Greece & Italy to expand my horizons, while making sure all trusted partners maintain their high-quality standards. I am very proud to call myself a true Greece & Italy "insider".
My traveling approach is based on two fundamental principles: 1) Offering a truly memorable experience and 2) offering maximum value. My challenge, commitment, and personal goal, as your planning partner, is to be there for you with my 101%.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Families, couples, honeymoons, gastronomy & wine, active adventures, cultural discoveries, nature explorations all over Greece & Italy"
How did you get involved in travel?
"Having worked for many years in Sales & Marketing roles across multiple industries, traveling has always been my passion, taking every chance for trips across Greece, Europe, and America. I first started as a travel specialist some years ago, in a transitional period of my life. It was something I immediately fell in love with, and I decided to further pursue it. As a life-long learner, I am constantly amazed by the vast wealth of my own country.
Greece remains a treasure of virgin, "unconquered" places and experiences to visit, see, taste, smell, feel, and cherish...The opportunity to share my country with the rest of the world, and help them witness its unparalleled beauty, is both a challenge and a blessing, for which I am grateful."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I will never forget one of the road trips I experienced as a teenager with my family, starting from the cosmopolitan port of Ancona, then on to beautiful Venice, then to the picturesque small mountain town of Innsbruck, Austria and also Nurnberg in Germany, until resting in the wonderful Evian lake-side town of Montreux in Switzerland. This is a memory I cherish and I am thankful for the valuable time I enjoyed there with my parents and my two brothers.
Also, summer of 2017, I lived and worked on the island of Amorgos in Greece for a whole summer season. Apart from being amazed by the natural beauty of this Cyclades island, I was deeply touched by the charm of the Aegean Sea and its everlasting sense. I had never felt so free in my life before."
Chris's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
In just five days, this diverse itinerary takes you to some of mainland Greece's top highlights. Spend a day in Athens exploring the antiquities of the Acropolis before touring...
From the bustling capital of Athens to quiet villages on idyllic islands, this 10-day tour takes you to some of Greece's most appealing destinations. After sightseeing in the...
Travel across the Peloponnesian peninsula and dive into Greek history with this 14-day itinerary. After a brief stay in Athens, go down to the sea to visit Nafplio, Ancient...
Family itineraries
With a week to spend, you and your family can find plenty of ways to explore Greece. Whether you want to hit the highlights with interactive tours in Athens and Santorini, get...
Greece has a multitude of wonders to attract you and your family for 10 days of adventure. It's one of the sunniest places in the world, so catch some rays as you explore the...
Two weeks gives you and your family plenty of time to traverse the nearly 1,000 miles of coastline that Greece has to offer. Whether you're going for a deep dive into the...
Luxury itineraries
Cruise like a celebrity through the glittering waters of the Cyclades on this nine-day itinerary. The Cyclades are some of the most quintessential Greek islands, and you'll see...
In just five days, this diverse itinerary takes you to some of mainland Greece's top highlights. Spend a day in Athens exploring the antiquities of the Acropolis before touring...
Some of Greece’s most famous tales have come from the sea, so why not get out on the water to create a story of your own? Choose between four different types of boats to embark...
Road trip itineraries
In just under two weeks, you'll see traditional villages, fascinating historical sites, and beautiful views on this road trip around the Greek countryside. Begin in Athens,...
Take a week to drive through the mythological territory of mainland Greece with this itinerary. Your seven days will start and end in Athens, covering the historical sites and...
If you have a week in Sicily, it’s best to focus on one or two regions as opposed to trying to see everything. There's the wine country of the west, the medieval villages of the...
Recent trip reviews for Chris
Birthday trip to Greece
Greece
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May 21 - May 27, 2023
Chris did an amazing job putting together such a memorable experience with our trip to Athens and Santorini. I will differently use him again and tell my friends. The personal touch was meeting Chris, the fact that he made time to meet his travelers day a lot read more
Greece
Greece
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May 6 - May 14, 2023
All of our guides were awesome. While Athens was interesting and Naxos had a mellow but friendly vibe, San Torini was a standout because it is visually stunning, read more
Dear Richard,
Thank you so much for your kind words and your constructive feedback, much appreciated! Your input will surely be useful and help us improve in certain areas, especially the details regarding the activities, these are most welcome. Looking forward to planning another trip for you in the future, in Greece or Italy.
Warmest regards and safe travels!
Chris
Colorado couple travels to Greece for 30th wedding anniversary.
Greece
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May 2 - May 14, 2023
When I was researching our 30th wedding anniversary trip to Greece, I was struck by Meteora and wanted this to be a part of our itinerary. As this was not near the Cyclades islands, I requested the itinerary include Meteora, include independent and guided exploration of the mainland, and a nearby island, bring us closer to the greek culture, provide comfortable/authentic accommodations, and allow us to be active. Chris proposed an itinerary that included stays and/or visits to Athens,... read more
Dear Chantal,
Wow, such detailed feedback on everything and wonderful words, thank you so much! I truly appreciate you sharing all this with us, rest assured that it will be put to good use in improving certain areas, and I will share your feedback with the guides, drivers & hotel staff, they will be so happy to hear that you had an amazing time and a memorable 30th-anniversary trip. I am very happy myself that you enjoyed everything and that I helped you on this adventurous journey!
Thank... read more
Greece was fantastic!
Greece
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May 1 - May 11, 2023
Our trip to Greece was fantastic. Chris did a wonderful job organizing our large group. He is responsive and very informative. All the tours were well done by experienced and knowledgable guides.
Even when the weather foiled our hike at the Samaritan Gorge, or guides - Andreus and George, shifted the plans in the moment to a cave church, olive oil factory, and wine tasting at a monastery. It was a memorable day in Chania.
The tour at the Knossos Palace was spectacular. The... read more
Dear Lee,
Thank you very much! It is so rewarding for us when we read such thoughtful and detailed reviews, especially after you've had an amazing trip and experience. We appreciate all your feedback and your kind words. I hope to plan another trip for you again in the future, to Greece and/or Italy!
Warm regards,
Chris
Chris Greece Group
Greece
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May 1 - May 11, 2023
Chris did an outstanding job working with our group of 11 people traveling to Greece. We had people flying in at different times, leaving etc and he managed it all! We had a fabulous itinerary at each place we stayed, with free time built in as well., guides were very knowledgeable and friendly, transportation in very nice luxury vans was the cherry on top!
Chris ‘s communication prior to the trip was very consistent, explaining things and accommodating our needs. He kept in touch during... read more
Amy! So nice to hear back from you and receive such wonderful words and appreciation!
Thank you very much, I'm happy that you all enjoyed and had a fabulous time, and it was a pleasure planning this trip for all of you, and sharing a few drinks and laughs together when we met in Athens!
You know where to find me, if & when you decide to visit again.
Wishing you all the best,
Chris
Family trip
Greece
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May 6 - May 14, 2023
Loved having all the transfers taken care of! Loved the hotel on Santorini! All the guides scheduled for us were prompt, knowledgeable, and personable. read more
Dear Lois,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback on the hotels and tours you experienced during your trip, as well as your appreciation of our services. I am happy that all of the family enjoyed it and that everything was punctual, while the guides provided a personal touch to their shared knowledge. Your input on hotels and tours will help us improve in the future and offer an even better experience to our travelers.
Wishing you all the best and hope to plan another trip for you in the future!
Warm regards,
Chris
Full-service making our trip memorable.
Greece
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May 4 - May 11, 2023
Chris did a wonderful job organizing our trip to Greece. He was a full-service agent who thought of everything. He was prompt and responsive. He organized a number of excursions with local guides that were very knowledgeable and friendly.
In Crete, when the weather turned bad that prevented us from hiking the Samantia Gorge near Chania, our local guides Andreus and Jorge, improvised on fly for a memorable day visiting an olive oil factory, cave church, and a monastery for wine tasting.... read more
Hello Lee & Bruce,
Thank you very much for your kind words of appreciation! Working with all of you and planning this fantastic Greek getaway for such a wonderful group of friends has been a pleasure. I'll pass on your kind words to Andreas, George, and Helena as well, as to our drivers.
I am looking forward to planning another trip for you in the future, in Greece or (why not) Italy, which we also offer to our travelers.
Wishing you all the best and safe travels!
Warm regards,
Chris
Great time!
Greece
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May 1 - May 11, 2023
Had a lovely time! Chris did an amazing job organizing hotels, transportation, and guides in Athen, Crete and Santorini. Everyone was phenomenal and would use them again! read more
Thank you so much, Jaeda! It was a pleasure planning this trip for all of you, I'm happy that you had a great time! You know where to find me for any future trip to Greece and/or Italy! ;)
All the best, take care!
Chris
Sights of tastes of Greece.
Greece
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May 1 - May 11, 2023
Our thanks to Chris for helping us plan a fun trip in Athens and Crete. We were a challenging group of 11 adults with varying travel dates and preferences and Chris did a masterful job of keeping us all organized, safe and entertained. He also personalized our trip by meeting up for drinks and giving us each a nice gift package.
We had some great guides and drivers starting with Vicky who shared her love of Athens and knowledge of Greek history on our tour of the Acropolis. Afterwards... read more
Dear Jane & David,
Thank you very much for your kind words and your appreciation! It was very nice to have met all of you in person and get to know you a bit. I am super glad that you enjoyed your holiday and that our extended team of local partners and guides made this vacation truly unforgettable, even on-the-go in some cases! Thanks again and I'm very much looking forward to re-planning another trip for all of you, whenever you want!
Warmest regards,
Chris
The perfect vacation
Greece
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May 1 - May 10, 2023
From the time we started planning our trip to the last day, it was an amazing experience. Our agent Chris was amazing, he went the extra mile to make sure our trip was what we wanted. He met us in Greece for a face to face, this was nice because we could ask more questions. We did 3 days in Athens, 3 days in Mykonos and 2 days in Santorini. Despite some rain and cooler weather, we had a great experience and are already talking about a second trip. Our hotel in Athens was just a short... read more
Dear Shanna, Heather, Evan & William
So glad to have met you guys in person, and even more happy that you enjoyed a fabulous vacation! Thank you so much for your kind words and meaningful feedback, it will surely prove useful for future travelers. Whether out of a hat or not, you know where to find me for your next Greece (or Italy) adventure!
Thank you again and all the best!
Chris
Chris did an AWESOME job! We LOVED Greece!
Greece
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Apr 30 - May 9, 2023
Chris did an excellent job from start to finish! This is the first time that I have sought a professional to plan my trip overseas AND I have no regrets! Chris helped us choose excursions that allowed us to maximize our time at each stop based on our interests and level of activity. We did a lot of walking and eating! While Chris could not control the weather (it was unseasonably colder and rainy), I am thankful that we did not attempt our itinerary in the summer. We were able to... read more
Dear Anita & Karen,
So grateful and overwhelmed by your kind, honest, and detailed feedback and input on everything! I am very happy that you enjoyed your holiday and that you appreciated and cherished the different cultural aspects of each place, with its pros and cons, of course.
Thank you also for your appreciation of my & our partners' services, who are all very carefully selected and vetted in order to provide the best possible experience. As always, I will keep great attention into some... read more
I will definitely be using KimKim services again because our Incredible expereince with Chris
Greece
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Apr 29 - May 7, 2023
We had an incredible experience planning our trip to Greece with Chris. I would highly recommend his services to my friends and family. He was extremely responsive, attentive and flexible. During the planning process, we had numerous changes that required him to rework our existing plans. Chris is was always patient and adjusted to our changing needs. When we arrived in Greece, I did not have to worry about anything. He made the trip seamless and enjoyable. It was the first vacation where I... read more
Dear Prerna,
Thank you so much for your wonderful words and your appreciation. I was determined to make your holiday special from day 1 when you placed your request with us, and that did not change until the very last minute when you flew back home. I'm happy that I was able to help, but most of all that even some last-minute emergencies did not affect your mood. I will be more than happy to plan anything for you again in the future, either in Greece and/or in Italy, which we also plan.
Wishing you and your family all the best and a wonderful rest of your summer!
Kind regards,
Chris
Honeymoon Vacation Perfection
Greece
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Mar 17 - Mar 25, 2023
Its very difficult to express the level of perfection that we received on this trip. My wife and I had looked over a few travel places and ultimately ended up using kimkim.com, mainly because of the positive reviews. So I felt it only right to reciprocate this and write a positive review as well. Chris Gravas was our Greek specialist and he was absolutely fantastic, everything was according to his plan and anything that we needed was a phone call or text message away. Our flight had delays... read more
Hi Joel!
Thank you so much for your kind words and review! Your feedback and input on the tours and the experiences are much appreciated and I'll make sure to share them with the guides, they will love it!
I am very glad you enjoyed this special honeymoon and I will also be very happy to plan your next holiday to Greece, whenever you decide to visit again. Stay safe and take care :)
All the best & safe travels,
Chris
Opening of the Travel Season
Greece
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Apr 1 - Apr 8, 2023
We fully enjoyed our family trip to Greece. Every single one of our transports and tour guides were top notch. The hotels recommended were fantastic and in safe and accessible locations. I feel that we were able to maximize our experience of Greece with the short amount of time we were there. Athens had a lot to offer. Naxos was gorgeous, just wish the weather held out for us. Santorini was absolutely amazing and full of adventure; one of the most scenic places I have ever been. The... read more
Dear Bob,
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit your review and share your impressions from your trip. It means a lot to me personally, as well as to the team here in our local DMC and kimkim, that you fully enjoyed your holiday along with your family, and that we helped make that possible. Your specific feedback on the hotels and some of their amenities are of huge importance, and we will make sure to help them improve their services in the future.
Wish you a wonderful rest of your spring & summer and looking forward to your next visit!
Safe travels,
Chris
Worth all the stars I can give!
Greece
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Oct 7 - Oct 24, 2022
Chris and his travel agency are worth all the stars I can give. =) Initially I wasn't sure about using an agency, even one for independent travellers, because I like to be off the beaten path and have flexibility. However, Chris immediately understood what we were looking for (an educational gap year experience for my son - so not exactly a vacation, but not business either.) He was incredibly responsive, asked great questions, and listened to what I had in mind, which ultimately resulted... read more
Dear Wendy,
What a pleasure it was to plan this amazing family trip for you, Ed & James! Thank you very much for your kind words, I am humbled!
Most of all I am happy that James had a great time and that everything worked out smoothly whenever we had any hiccups. I hope that the memories from your trip keep you company in your everyday life and that you have a lot of stories and photos to share with your friends and family!
Looking forward to plan the next adventure with you, and this time... read more
Greece trip 2022 !
Greece
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Sep 30 - Oct 15, 2022
My fiancé and I used kimkim for the first time for our greece trip and it was a beyond amazing experience- Chris who helped us book it really seen our vision for the trip and helped us make it come true. During our 16 day trip Chris was in contact with us at some point everyday verifying tours / hotels / ferries / transfers where good. We really appreciated all the tours Chris set up for us we mostly did private tours but for the ones we did semi-private we had amazing young tour guides and a... read more
Dear Stephanie,
Thank you so very much for all these wonderful words and for providing such a complete overview of everything you enjoyed, it was an absolute pleasure working with both of you! A special moment was of course planning a secret engagement proposal on behalf of Harry, who kindly asked me to work in stealth mode for this, haha! I am very happy for both of you, congratulations on your engagement and I'm super happy that this was made in Greece!
Thank you also for your kind words... read more
Athens, Santorini and Naxos
Greece
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Sep 24 - Oct 2, 2022
This was my first time using any kind of travel agency to plan a trip and Chris did not disappoint! I was initially nervous about using a virtual company with minimal insight into cost, but Chris made sure to assuage my concerns along every step of the way. I was able to provide specific guidance on what we wanted, and Chris helped fill in the gaps, share insider recommendations, find great local vendors, and most significantly coordinate all the flight/ferry/transfer logistics that had me... read more
Dear Katherine,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback and review of my (& the team's) services , as well as your appreciation and kind words regarding my help and suggestions during your trip. This is what we long for, the chance to help you on the spot and ensure a flawless and smooth experience!
I'm very happy that you liked the hotel in Naxos, we constantly get stellar reviews for that establishment, as well as the owners, who offer a personal touch to their hospitality.... read more
Well planned vacation
Greece
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Sep 21 - Oct 3, 2022
Chris was a great help with planning our trip. The itinerary was great and he was responsive to question and able to assist with unexpected events. We started in Athens and worked our way through Mykonos and Naxos to end at Santorini. Overall I would recommend and will consider booking through kimkim for our next trip.
Dear Steve,
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was a pleasure planning this trip for you and Amy and being able to help with any issues on the spot. I'm sure it was an amazing honeymoon for you with wonderful memories!
I will be very happy to plan another trip for you in the future, in Greece and/or (why not?) Italy, where we also plan trips.
Wishing you a smooth return to everyday life and all the best for the holidays ahead!
Warm regards,
Chris
Athens, Santorini, Crete - Amazing trip
Greece
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Sep 27 - Oct 8, 2022
Nadia designed this amazing trip for us. She understood our interests very well to come up with the trip plan. She provided prompt responses for all our questions. She also provided very detailed schedule we can follow during our trip. All the accommodations and tours worked out great!
We interacted with Chris during the trip. Chris was always there to provide support including restaurant reservations and cancellations. He always answered the phone and text messages whenever we had... read more
Dear Sun Joo,
Thank you for your kind words and appreciation of our team's services, I'm very happy that I was able to help on the spot whenever needed and made you feel safe and comfortable. I understand some parts of your trip could have been better, but there are always unforeseen circumstances over which we don't have control, as well as last-minute arrangements that we strive to include in our travelers' plans, as smoothly as possible. In either case, thank you very much for your... read more
Chris made our trip PERFECT 🤩
Greece
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Sep 25 - Oct 7, 2022
Chris went above and beyond!
(1) he always responded quickly, before and during the trip, and always with good humor
(2) you could tell he genuinely cared about what we wanted
(3) he was a great problem solver! From a flat tire we got in the mountains 🤦🏻♀️ to a last-minute request for a guided tour in Athens (which turned out better than we expected!), everything was so smooth
As far as what we did:
THESSALONIKI: We had a full-day guided walking tour with Konstantine - he was a... read more
Dear Heather & Ido,
I stand humbled and lost for words to express my gratitude for your kindness and appreciation of my help throughout your trip! Thank you very much once again, you were a pleasure to work with, such engaging travelers as yourselves, always looking to learn more and absorb as much as possible! Your detailed and constructive feedback is most welcome and will be put to good use, as we always aspire to improve our services and offer our travelers nothing short of the best... read more