Magical Greece & Islands – 9 Days
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- Duration
- 9 days
- Guiding Style
- Partially Guided
- Hotel Rating
- 3 or 4 star hotels
- Start / End
- Athens → Athens
- Group Size
- Min 1 / Max 40
- Physical Rating
- Easy Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Highlights
This 9-day tour takes you through the very best of Greece, combining ancient history, culture, and island scenery — from the iconic landmarks of Athens to the whitewashed charm of Mykonos, the caldera views of Santorini, the legendary oracle site of Delphi, and the mystical rock monasteries of Meteora.
Combining guided tours with free time, the itinerary offers the ideal balance of culture, history, and island discovery — with hand-picked accommodations and seamless transfers throughout.
- Guided tour of Athens – visit the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament building, and Constitution Square
- Explore the Acropolis and visit the Acropolis Museum to see its artifacts (admission included)
- Discover Mykonos – wander whitewashed cubic houses and narrow pebbled streets, the 16th-century Windmills, and the Paraportiani Church near the harbor
- Sail to Santorini – take in caldera views from Fira, relax on black sand beaches, and watch the island's famous sunset
- Optional half-day cruise to Santorini's volcanic islands, with swimming in the caldera's hot springs
- Visit Delphi – the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythius on the slopes of Mount Parnassus – and explore the Treasury of the Athenians, the ancient theatre, the stadium, and the museum
- Visit Meteora – a UNESCO World Heritage site – where over 20 rock monasteries crown towering sandstone cliffs, with entrance to 2 monasteries included
- Stop at Thermopylae near Lamia, site of the ancient battle between the Spartans and Persians
- 8 nights hotel accommodation – choose Tourist Class or First Class hotels in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Kalambaka
9-Day Magical Greece & Islands Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
Athens
On arrival in Athens, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.
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Day 2
Athens to Mykonos
This morning a guide leads a sightseeing tour of Athens, taking in the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament building, and Constitution Square. You'll also visit the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. After lunch, transfer to Rafina port for the ferry to Mykonos, arriving at your hotel by evening.
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Day 3
Mykonos
Take some free time to explore Mykonos at your own pace. Walk through the whitewashed cubic houses and narrow pebbled streets, see the 16th-century Mykonos Windmills, and stop by the Paraportiani Church near the harbor.
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Day 4
Mykonos to Santorini
You'll have the morning free in Mykonos before transferring to the port for a fast ferry to Santorini. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring Fira on the caldera edge, with its volcano views, white buildings, and blue-domed churches.
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Day 5
Santorini
Today is free to enjoy Santorini at your own pace. Spend time on the black sand beaches, watch the sunset from one of the island's viewpoints, or book an optional half-day cruise to the volcanic islands in the caldera for swimming in the hot springs (not included).
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Day 6
Santorini to Athens
This morning you'll transfer to the port and take the ferry back to Piraeus. Your transfer will be waiting on arrival to take you to your Athens hotel, where you check in and have the afternoon free.
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Day 7
Athens to Delphi to Kalambaka
After breakfast, you'll leave Athens by bus for Delphi, home to the ancient oracle. You'll walk through the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythius on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, seeing the Treasury of the Athenians, the ancient theatre, the stadium, and the museum. From there you'll continue through the Thessalian towns and plains to Kalambaka, arriving in the early evening, with dinner included at your hotel.
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Day 8
Meteora – Athens
After breakfast you'll travel to Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site with over 20 rock monasteries set atop towering sandstone cliffs. On the way back to Athens, you'll stop at Thermopylae near Lamia, site of the ancient battle between the Spartans and Persians. You'll arrive in Athens by early evening.
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Day 9
Athens Departure
Based on your flight departure time, you'll be transferred to Athens airport. End of services.
What's Included
Accommodation
- 8 nights hotel accommodation in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Kalambaka – Tourist Class or First Class Hotels (standard room)
- Tourist Class Hotels: Athens – Museum Hotel, Dorian Inn, Crystal City; Mykonos – Alkistis, Aeolos, Kamari; Santorini – Golden Star, Sunrise, Zephyros (or similar)
- First Class Hotels: Athens – President, Athens Avenue, Polis Grand; Mykonos – Manoulas Beach, Pelican Bay Art, Yiannaki; Santorini – Aegean Plaza, Rose Bay, El Greco (or similar)
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Athens
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Mykonos
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Santorini
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Kalambaka
Guided Tours & Experiences
- Expert guide included according to the itinerary
- Half-day Athens sightseeing tour – English-speaking guide / SIC basis
- 2-day Delphi and Meteora tour on half-board basis – English-speaking guide / SIC basis
- Entrance fee for 2 monasteries in Meteora
- Entrance fees to the sites during guided sightseeing tours
Transport
- All transfers as mentioned in the program
- Transfers from/to airport on arrival and departure
- Ferry tickets Rafina–Mykonos (17:30–22:10) – Economy class (Free Seating)
- Fast ferry tickets Mykonos–Santorini (13:50–16:30) – Economy class (numbered seating)
- Ferry tickets Santorini–Piraeus (15:30–23:25) – Economy class (Free Seating)
Meals
- Daily breakfast
- Dinner on Day 7 (half-board during Delphi–Meteora tour)
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: 210300
Dates & Availability
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes 8 nights hotel accommodation (Tourist Class or First Class), daily breakfast, a half-day Athens sightseeing tour, a 2-day Delphi and Meteora tour on a half-board basis, entrance fees to 2 monasteries in Meteora, ferry tickets from Rafina to Mykonos, Mykonos to Santorini, and Santorini back to Piraeus, an expert guide according to the itinerary, and all transfers as mentioned in the program including airport transfers on arrival and departure.
The tour starts and ends in Athens. Airport transfers are included on arrival and departure days. Accommodation throughout the tour is based in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Kalambaka.
The Athens guided city tour covers the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament building, Constitution Square, the Acropolis, and the Acropolis Museum, with admission fees included.
Mykonos is yours to explore at your own pace, with charming streets lined by whitewashed cubic houses and narrow pebbled walkways. Highlights include the 16th-century Mykonos Windmills and the Paraportiani Church near the harbor.
You can spend time on Santorini's black sand beaches, watch the famous sunset from one of the island's viewpoints, or book an optional half-day cruise to the volcanic islands in the caldera to swim in the hot springs. In Fira, you can take in views of the volcano, ocean, white-washed buildings, and blue-domed churches.
In Delphi, you will explore the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythius on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, where the ancient Greeks consulted their most famous oracle. Highlights include the Treasury of the Athenians, the ancient theatre, the stadium, and the museum and its artifacts.
Meteora is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring over 20 rock monasteries perched atop towering sandstone cliffs. Entrance to 2 monasteries is included, giving you a close look at the distinctive scenery and centuries of history packed into the site.
Island travel is included by ferry. The ferry from Rafina to Mykonos departs at 17:30 and arrives at 22:10. The fast ferry from Mykonos to Santorini departs at 13:50 and arrives at 16:30 (numbered seating). The return ferry from Santorini to Piraeus departs at 15:30 and arrives at 23:25 (free seating). High-speed boat tickets are available as an optional upgrade and are highly recommended.
Guests can choose between Tourist Class or First Class hotels. Tourist Class options in Athens include Museum Hotel, Dorian Inn, and Crystal City; in Mykonos, Alkistis, Aeolos, and Kamari; in Santorini, Golden Star, Sunrise, and Zephyros, or similar. First Class options in Athens include President, Athens Avenue, and Polis Grand; in Mykonos, Manoulas Beach, Pelican Bay Art, and Yiannaki; in Santorini, Aegean Plaza, Rose Bay, and El Greco, or similar.
The tour starts from US $2,214 per person, reduced from the standard price of US $3,460 — a saving of 36%. Price varies by departure date and hotel category selected.