Athens, Mykonos & Santorini – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Upon arrival at Athens International Airport (ATH), you will be met by a representative and transferred privately to your hotel. After completing the check-in formalities, the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. You can choose to settle in and relax after your flight or take a gentle first walk to familiarize yourself with the area around your hotel.

• Overnight: Athens.

After breakfast, you will join a comprehensive guided city tour of Athens. This tour offers a fascinating insight into the striking contrasts that define the city, from ancient monuments to modern architecture.

• Morning Sightseeing: You will visit the Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 (short stop), and pass by notable landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, and the impressive academic trilogy (Academy, University, National Library), concluding at Syntagma Square.
• Acropolis: The highlight of the morning is the visit to the Acropolis, where you will explore the masterpieces of classical architecture: The Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Erechtheion, and the iconic Parthenon.
• Museum & Lunch: Continue to the new Acropolis Museum, home to the priceless treasures of the Golden Age of Athens. Following the museum visit, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon Excursion to Sounion: After lunch, you will drive along the scenic coastal road, passing the beautiful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza, to reach Cape Sounion. Here, you will visit the majestic Temple of Poseidon and take in breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, especially as the sun begins to set.
• Overnight: Athens. (Breakfast, Lunch)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You will be transferred privately from your Athens hotel to Piraeus Port for your regular ferry to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. Upon arrival at Mykonos Port, you will be met and transferred privately to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to stroll through Mykonos Town (Chora), relax at the beach, or enjoy the island’s cosmopolitan atmosphere.

• Overnight: Mykonos. (Breakfast)

After breakfast, set off from Mykonos’ Old Port for a full-day boat cruise to the nearby islands of Rhenia and Delos.

• Rhenia Island: The first stop is Rhenia Island, a tranquil spot perfect for swimming in crystal-clear waters or unwinding on the pristine beach.
• BBQ Lunch: Enjoy a delicious, homemade Greek BBQ lunch on board, featuring souvlaki, Greek salad, tzatziki, and fresh fruit, along with complimentary house wine and soft drinks.
• Delos Island: Next, visit Delos Island (the sacred island of Apollo and Artemis). You can explore its remarkable archaeological site (entrance fee not included) or relax at a nearby beach while others tour the ruins.
• Return: You will return to Mykonos in the late afternoon.
• Overnight: Mykonos. (Breakfast, Lunch included on cruise)

Breakfast at the hotel. You will be transferred privately to Mykonos Port for your ferry to Santorini, the jewel of the Aegean. Upon arrival at Santorini Port, meet your driver and transfer privately to your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoying dinner with a spectacular view of the Caldera.

• Overnight: Santorini. (Breakfast)

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning before joining a small-group catamaran sunset cruise in the afternoon.

• Sailing: Sail along Santorini’s spectacular volcanic coastline and admire landmarks such as the Red Beach, White Beach, and the volcanic crater. There will be stops for swimming and snorkelling in the crystal waters.
• Sunset & Dinner: On board, savor a freshly prepared Greek BBQ dinner with local wine, beer, and soft drinks, all while soaking in the breathtaking sunset views over the Caldera.
• Overnight: Santorini. (Breakfast, Dinner included on cruise)

Breakfast at the hotel. You will be transferred privately to the port for your ferry back to Piraeus, Athens. Upon arrival at Piraeus Port, meet your driver and transfer privately to your hotel for your final night in Greece.

• Overnight: Athens. (Breakfast)

After breakfast, you will check out from the hotel. You will be met and transferred privately to Athens International Airport for your departure flight.