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Island Hopping in Greece

Athens, Santorini, Crete
Best-Time
May - October
Stops
2
Experience
Beaches, City Life, Culture
Length
7 Days
Type
Tailormade

Highlights

Athens, Santorini & Crete

What will you cover?

Suggested Itinerary

DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
DAY 5
DAY 6
DAY 7

Day 1 : Athens Arrival

Upon arrival at Athens airport, a private vehicle will transfer you to the accommodation. Check in and enjoy the day at leisure.

Experience all of the Athens city’s main draws, from its archaeological landmarks to its vibrant neighbourhoods, and also venture into the surrounding countryside to visit hilltop monasteries, ancient ruins, and locations central to Greek mythology.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Athens

Day 2 : Athens

Today, spend the day exploring the city of Athens on a guided city tour.

This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896.

Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis, visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon.

Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis museum.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Athens

Day 3 : Athens - Santorini

After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus port and embark on a ferry to Santorini.

On arrival in Santorini, transfer to the accommodation and check in.

With its beautiful white edifices topped with blue domes, charming and vivacious tavernas, and gorgeous beaches in hues of red, black, and white, Santorini is the quintessential Greek island.


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Accommodation in Santorini

Day 4 : Santorini

Today, spend the exploring the volcanic islets around Santorini.

Get off Santorini’s main island and explore the volcanic islets around it. Sail in a traditional wooden boat called kaikito to Nea Kameni. Hike up to the crater of the volcano and explore dramatic rocky scenery. Next stop is to Palea Kameni, where you can soak in naturally-heated pools. Move to Thirassia, a large island basking just off Santorini’s northwest coast. Spend your time on this island relaxing and swimming by the beach.

Later in the evening, depart for Oia. Climb up 200 steps to reach the top of the village where you will have free time to witness the most beautiful sunset as it descends over the Mediterranean Sea.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Santorini

Day 5 : Santorini - Crete

After breakfast, transfer to Santorini port and embark on a ferry to Crete.

On arrival in Crete, a private vehicle will transfer you to the accommodation. Check in and rest of the day is at leisure.

Crete—Greece’s largest island—is ringed on all sides by beautiful beaches, where snorkeling, sunbathing, and windsurfing are the order of the day. Soak up the sights from hidden coves and historic relics to open stretches of white sands.


Where to rest your head ?

Accommodation in Crete

Day 6 : Crete

After breakfast, proceed for half-day Chania city tour.

Probably Crete’s prettiest city, Chania offers the classic Cretan combo of food, wine, sparkling sea, and rugged hills. Venetian and Turkish architecture still adorns the streets of Chania Old Town and the 14th-century Old Venetian Harbour.

Admire the incredible flower-decorated neighbourhoods, learn about the Cretan history, mythology and traditions, meet the locals and eat like them. Visit neighbourhoods like Topanas, Splantzia, Kolombo and Kasteli. Climb to the high spots to admire panoramic views of the harbour, traditional Cretan taverns and magnificent buildings. Also visit the ancient ruins of the greatest Minoan city, Kydonia, and the high walls of the Venetian moats, called “Tafros”. Learn from your guide about the five old civilizations. See their architecture, learn about their culture, and hear the ancient spirits, history, and tales!


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Accommodation in Crete

Day 7 : Crete Departure

Today, a private vehicle will transfer you to the airport where you can catch your flight back home


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Inclusions

accommodation
Hotels & Apartment
meals
Daily Breakfast
sightseeing
Tours & Excursion
transfers
Private Airport Transfers
transport
Intercity Ferry
visa
Greece Visa
travel insurance
07 Days

Exclusions

flights
International Flights
accommodation
Food & Drinks

Starting from
69200 per person