Athens, Mykonos and Santorini – 8 Days

Highlights

• Guided tour of Athens – visit the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Parliament House, Constitution Square, and the Tombstone of the Unknown Soldier
• Explore the Acropolis and visit the spectacular Acropolis Museum – a blend of modern and ancient civilizations where the full story of Greek history, art, and culture comes alive (entrance fees included)
• Sail to Mykonos – Greece's most prominent Cycladic island – and stroll through Chora, the old port, and the magical waterfront quarter of Little Venice
• Discover the iconic Mykonos Windmills – a defining symbol of the island – and the architectural masterpiece of the Paraportiani Church near the harbor
• Fast ferry from Mykonos to Santorini – arrive on one of the world's most beautiful islands and explore the panoramic capital of Fira perched on the rim of the Caldera
• Free day in Santorini – relax on black sandy beaches and experience the world-famous romantic sunset over the Aegean Sea and volcanic Caldera
• Optional half-day cruise to the volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni with swimming in the warm orange-colored hot springs of the Caldera (available in summer)
• All ferry travel included – Athens to Mykonos, Mykonos to Santorini (fast ferry), and Santorini back to Athens – in economy class
• 7 nights hotel accommodation – choose Tourist Class or First Class hotels in Athens (3 nights), Mykonos (2 nights), and Santorini (2 nights)

8-Day Athens, Mykonos and Santorini Tour Itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1

   Arrival in Athens and Hotel Transfer

   Welcome to Greece! The country awaits you with open arms. At the Athens airport, meet with the local driver who will organize your transfer to the hotel. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day.

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   Day 2

   Athens City Tour

   Today, you'll join our tour escort on a morning exploration tour of Athens, to visit the historic treasures of the city. The excursion will take you through the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament House, the Constitution Square, and the Tombstone of the Unknown Soldier. And also, a stop by the trilogy: the Academy, the Athens University, and the National Library.

   Your tour of Athens is incomplete without a visit to the Acropolis, an ancient citadel on a rocky height that contains the ruins of several antiquated buildings of great historic importance. Wrap up your tour with a visit to the spectacular Acropolis Museum — a blend of the modern and ancient civilizations. There is no better place to learn about the age of Greek history, art, and civilization than here. After the expedition ends, you can have the rest of the afternoon to yourself.

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   Day 3

   Athens – Mykonos

   Endeavor to eat an early breakfast, so that you leave early for the port of Piraeus where a ferry will be arranged to carry you to the island of Mykonos — Greece's most prominent island and the most sophisticated of the Cyclades. On arrival in Mykonos, arrangements will be in place to pick you up and drop you off at your hotel. The rest of the afternoon can be spent at your volition, but we recommend a stroll through Chora, the old port, and Little Venice.

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   Day 4

   Mykonos

   Free day. Mykonos is a piece of perpetual Cycladic beauty and a winner of nature's lottery. The island, located on a rocky terrain, has plenty to offer — from its signature white and blue cubic houses, the tiny streets designed with pebble-stoned walkways, and the small white chapels that dot the city. Stop by the Mykonos Windmills with their particular cylindrical shape, white color, and straw-colored pointed roofs — a significant Mykonos monument set on a small hill southeast of Chora, adding to the city's aesthetics. Don't forget to take as many pictures as you can when you visit the Paraportiani Church, a great architectural masterpiece located near the entrance to the Mykonos harbor.

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   Day 5

   Mykonos – Santorini

   Spend the morning at your leisure, but pack your luggage too. Later in the day, you'll join the transfer to the port for onward departure to Santorini. At the island, you'll be chauffeured to your hotel on arrival and the evening will be spent as you deem fit, admiring the glorious views of the city. As part of your pastime, take a stroll through the streets of Fira — the panoramic capital of Santorini, seated on the rim of the Caldera. Spare some time to bask in the scenic sights of the volcano, the ocean, the buildings dipped in white paint, and the blue-domed churches.

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   Day 6

   Santorini

   Day at leisure. A single day is not enough to experience the enormous beauty of Santorini — to enjoy the spectacular scenery, lie on the black sandy beaches, and bask in the most romantic sunset. We recommend that you partake in the half-day tour (with extra charge) to the tiny volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni, set in the middle of the Santorini Caldera, and take some time to float in the orange-colored hot springs there. If you are on this tour with a partner, take them out for a romantic dinner at the edge of the Caldera, looking over what might be the most astonishing view in the world.

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   Day 7

   Santorini – Athens

   In the morning, after you're done packing, you will be driven to the port, where you'll board a ferry boat to Piraeus. Once you arrive at the port of Piraeus, join the ride to your hotel. Make yourself comfortable in your room and retire for the night.

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   Day 8

   Departure

   Depending on your flight schedule, you will check out of the hotel at the due time and be transferred to Athens airport, where you will join a flight back home. But you won't be leaving alone — you'll be carrying the remarkable memories of Greek historic monuments and elegant cities.

What's Included

Not Included

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• High-Speed Boat Tickets (Highly Recommended) – available to add during the booking process
• Pre & post tour accommodation
• Optional experiences
• City tax (payable directly at the hotel)
• Any item, product or service not specifically listed under Included

Additional Information

• You will receive an e-ticket for this tour.
• This tour operates year-round, subject to availability.
• English-speaking guides provided for all included guided activities.
• The sequence of the tour may change depending on the departure date.
• Tour reference code: 261317

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