Romantic Greece, Italy and Turkey Trips & Honeymoon Packages

What our customers ask about Romantic Greece, Italy and Turkey Trips & Honeymoon Packages

• What are the most romantic dining experiences in these destinations?

  You'll find some truly special dining spots throughout the Mediterranean. In Santorini, you can have dinner at places like Lycabettus, where tables sit right on the cliff edge with views of the sunset. Venice offers private dinners during gondola rides and amazing spots like Terrazza Danieli up on the roof. In Istanbul, restaurants like Mikla let you eat while looking out over the Bosphorus. I've heard great things from TourRadar travelers, including one who said "the unforgettable sunset dinner at Hotel Caruso's Belvedere Restaurant in Ravello" was a highlight of their trip. The tours take you to lovely local places too, like family-run tavernas tucked away in Athens' Plaka neighborhood and waterfront restaurants along Croatia's coast where you can try fresh seafood and local wines.

• What are the most romantic spots and experiences for couples in Greece, Italy and Turkey?

  These Mediterranean countries are perfect for couples. You can watch the sun go down over Santorini's caldera, take an evening gondola ride in Venice, or walk hand in hand through the narrow streets of Mykonos as the moon comes up. One TourRadar traveler mentioned the "breathtaking sunset views from Oia in Santorini" as their favorite memory. You can visit small family wineries in Lumbarda, have dinner on your private balcony while sailing the Aegean on ships like the MS Caledonian Sky, or book a couples massage at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens. Other nice moments include tasting olive oil in Chania, sailing at sunset near Hvar, and having dinner by candlelight in the old town of Rhodes.

• Which accommodations are most recommended for couples looking for a romantic stay in this region?

  If you're taking a cruise, both the MS Caledonian Sky and Seabourn Venture have really nice suites with private balconies - perfect for watching the Mediterranean sunset together. Their Premium Balcony Suites come with ocean views and your own butler. On land, I'd suggest the Hotel Electra Palace in Athens, where you can swim in the rooftop pool while looking at the Acropolis. The Hotel Bellevue in Dubrovnik has its own beach, and the old-world Pera Palace Hotel in Istanbul feels like stepping back in time. One TourRadar traveler said it best: "The Premium Suite on the MS Caledonian Sky offered the perfect romantic setting with champagne on our private veranda."

• What are the most romantic activities and locations for couples in Greece, Italy and Turkey?

  There are so many special things couples can do here. You can watch the sun set in Santorini's Oia village or take a gondola ride through Venice's canals. In Rome, some tours let you visit famous places like the Basilica Santa Maria in Cosmedin after everyone else has left. Greece has those famous white buildings in Mykonos and beautiful clear water that looks great in photos. In Tuscany, you can visit places like Count Miari Fulcis' 15th-century estate to taste wine and olive oil. One TourRadar traveler mentioned that "the evening dinner in the Tuscan countryside was incredibly romantic and intimate, making it perfect for couples."

• What unique experiences can couples enjoy together on these Mediterranean tours?

  You'll get to do things that feel really special together, like visiting small family wineries in Croatia's Lumbarda region, learning to cook in someone's home in Kusadasi, Turkey, or sailing around the Greek islands at sunset. Some tours take you to rooftop restaurants in Athens with views of the Acropolis, or to hidden beaches in Patmos you can only reach by boat. You can even get spa treatments together using local olive oil. As one TourRadar traveler put it, "The private dinner at a family vineyard in Santorini was incredibly romantic and memorable." Some tours also let you visit places like Istanbul's Hagia Sophia when it's closed to the public, or watch local music and dance shows in small venues.

• What's the ideal time of year for couples to visit Greece, Italy and Turkey?

  The nicest time to visit is during spring and fall (April-May or September-October) when the weather is good but there aren't as many tourists around. In spring, Rome and Athens have temperatures around 68-77°F (20-25°C), which is perfect for eating outside and walking around. Summer can get really hot, especially in places like Kusadasi, Turkey, where it can hit 95°F (35°C). Italy is nice in winter if you want cozy experiences, while the Greek islands are really romantic in September when you can still swim but most tourists have gone home. One TourRadar traveler said, "We went in May and the weather was perfect for romantic evening walks and outdoor cafes."