We Love —
- Falling in love with the two islands of the Cyclades and the Greek capital.
- Discovering the beauty of Naxos and Santorini from the sea thanks to the included ferry crossings on the dreamy Aegean Sea.
- Enjoying the magical sunset over the Caldera in Santorini on a warm evening.
Your itinerary in brief —
Put yourself on Greek time and discover the Cyclades from Athens at your own pace. These islands boast a Mediterranean climate, clear, calm waters and magnificent scenery that can't be found anywhere else, with each having its own special charm.
Choose the length of your stay:
8-night tour:
Day 1: Arrive in Athens
Day 2: Athens
Day 3: Athens - Naxos
Day 4-5: Naxos
Day 6: Naxos - Santorini
Day 7-8: Santorini
Day 9: Departure
10-night tour:
Day 1: Arrive in Athens
Day 2: Athens
Day 3: Athens - Naxos
Day 4-6: Naxos
Day 7: Naxos - Santorini
Day 8-10: Santorini
Day 11: Departure
13-night tour
Day 1: Arrive in Athens
Day 2-3: Athens
Day 4: Athens - Naxos
Day 5-8: Naxos
Day 9: Naxos - Santorini
Day 10-13: Santorini
Day 14: Departure
Your itinerary in detail —
Day 1: Arrive in Athens
Athens is an amazing city to discover on your own with its many museums, parks and shopping areas in Kolonaki, Hermou, Voukourestiou Street, Monastiraki and Plaka. Athens is the historical capital of Europe, with a long history, dating back to the first settlement in the Neolithic age. In the 5th century BC (the "Golden Age of Pericles") - the culmination of Athens' long and fascinating history - the values and civilization of the city acquired universal significance.
- Transfer from airport to hotel
DAY 2: ATHENS
- Free time to explore Athens
- Night at Dunlin Hotel (to September) or Gallery Hotel (from October)
- Breakfast included
DAY 3: ATHENS - NAXOS
Naxos is a sublime natural beauty awaits you between beaches with crystal clear waters, incredible Byzantine paths linking traditional villages, and breathtaking landscapes. Located in the heart of the Cyclades, this island is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece.
- Transfer from hotel to Piraeus Port
- Ferry to Naxos
- Transfer from Naxos port to hotel
- Night in Agia Anna Sudios (to September) or Anapollo Hotel (from October)
- Breakfast
DAYS 4 - 5: NAXOS
- Free time to explore Naxos
- Night in Agia Anna Sudios (to September) or Anapollo Hotel (from October)
- Breakfasts
Day 6: Naxos - Santorini
- Transfer from hotel to Naxos port
- Ferry from Naxos to Santorini
- Transfer from Santorini port to hotel
- Night at Maistros Village
- Breakfast
DAYS 7-8: SANTORINI
Discover the splendid island of Santorini, the precious jewel of the Aegean. Exploration is not to be missed, especially if you are looking for a romantic getaway in Greece, as there are few places in the world where you can enjoy exquisitely clear waters while perched on a massive active volcano in the middle of the sea.
- Free time in Santorini
- Night at Maistros Village
- Breakfasts included
DAY 9: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to airport
Other tour durations
10-night tour: Enjoy one extra day in Naxos and one in Santorini!
13-night tour: Enjoy one extra day in Athens, two in Naxos, and two in Santorini!
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your hotels during the tour:
Athens: Dunlin Hotel (to September) or Gallery Hotel (from October) in a Standard Room
Naxos: Agia Anna Sudios (to September) or Anapollo Hotel (from October) in a Standard Room
Santorini: Maistros Village in a Standard Room
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, you will enjoy board as per the itinerary, which consists of breakfast.
Your journey to Athens —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destinations —
Athens
It was Athens that brought the world drama, history, poetry, and philosophy, and a visit to this ancient city offers no end of attractions. Indeed, the towering columns of the 2,000-year-old Parthenon still dominate the city skyline, a homage to the goddess Athena. No visit to the city would be complete without walking up to the Acropolis and admiring its structures: aside from the Parthenon, you can see the Erechtheion, a temple dedicated to Athena and Poseidon, and the Propylaea, the ancient gateway to the hill citadel.
Walking through the city is the best way to discover its history. In the shadow of the Acropolis, Plaka is a particularly interesting neighbourhood with a village feel, full of traditional Greek taverns, churches, and smaller museums - as well as the Cine Paris, a charming outdoor cinema with a stunning view of the Acropolis. Elsewhere, don't miss the famous changing of the guards in Constitution Square every hour on the hour.
Naxos
The largest island in the Cyclades offers a particularly diverse territory: mountainous landscapes, villages, beaches, cultural places, everyone finds what they are looking for!
Take a walk through the city of Naxos and visit the Venetian Kastro that will transport you through time. Visit the Portara, the large door of the ancient Apollon temple built 2500 years ago.
Discover the picturesque villages of the island, such as Apollonas or Filoti, an ideal setting to taste the cuisine of Naxos and fresh produce grown on the island. Tour the olive groves, admire the agricultural interior and enjoy the beaches of the east of the island. Naxos invites you to relax, but also to discover a typical island of the Cyclades.
Santorini
A veritable Paradise Island, famed for its whitewashed towns perched on high volcanic cliffs, Santorini is a holiday destination that's sure to be memorable.
Formed from a cataclysmic volcanic eruption in the 17th century BC, Santorini has a breathtakingly unique landscape, and Oia is perhaps the most photographed town on the island. Here, you'll have the opportunity to wander between white houses and blue-domed churches, savouring stunning views of the caldera.
To escape the tourist crowds in Oia, travel to some of the other picturesque villages on the island - Santorini’s capital, Fira, combines natural beauty and a chic
To get a taste of local life on the island, Pyrgos is a small village just 8 km from Fira, filled with authentic eateries and traditional Greek charm.
If you have the time, it’s also worth exploring more of the landscape of this unique island. The hike from Fira to Oia will take a few hours, but it provides the best views of the caldera and the unique geography of Santorini. History lovers might also wish to visit the Akrotiri Archaeological Site, where the unearthed remains of an ancient Minoan town are preserved.
