Ancient Greece and Island Hopping

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Amazing Experience

Overview

Discover the perfect balance of history, culture, and island bliss — explore Athens and Meteora, then sail to Paros, Naxos, and Santorini for an authentic Greek island-hopping experience.

PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
  • WELCOME & TRANSFERS
  • HOTELS
  • FAST FERRIES
  • EXCURSIONS

 

INCLUDES

  • Round-trip international flights between USA / Athens.

  • Greeting and transfers between the airport, the hotels, and the ports

  • All the ferries between Athens and the islands as per itinerary

  • 19 nights hotel accommodations

  • All breakfasts + 3 dinners (22 meals)

  • Transportation by deluxe motor coach with AC from day 4 to day 7

  • Multilingual English-speaking guide from day 4 to day 7

  • All taxes, fees, and OPC

 

EXCLUDES

  • Travel insurance

  • Fees for checked baggage

  • Tips: Guides, bus drivers and hotel staff

  • Meals and beverages unless otherwise mentioned

  • Personal expenses and optional activities

  • Hotel tax (between 5 to 10 euros per room and per night, payable at destination)

 

Classic Hotels

Experience a comfortable stay in our Classic Hotels, carefully chosen for their value, convenient locations, and proximity to major attractions. Relax in well-maintained rooms with thoughtful amenities, savor a variety of breakfast choices, and benefit from attentive service to enhance your travel experience.

  • 4 nights in Athens at the Parnon 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Olympia at the Neda 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Delphi at the Hermes 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Kalabaka at the Orfeas 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Paros at the Eri 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Naxos at the Aeolis Boutique 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Santorini at the Terra Blue 3* hotel (or similar) in a standard room

 

Superior Hotels

Enhance your travel experience with our Superior Hotels package, featuring a carefully curated collection of well-appointed establishments located in desirable areas, offering convenient access to popular attractions and transportation options. Unwind in comfortable rooms, enjoy diverse breakfast options, and benefit from attentive service to ensure a memorable stay. 

  • 4 nights in Athens at the Athenian Callirhoe 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Olympia at Europa 4* (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Delphi at Amalia 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 1 night in Kalabaka at Grand Meteora 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Paros at the Pyrgaki 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Naxos at the Lagos Mare Naxos 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room
  • 4 nights in Santorini at the Venus Afroditi 4* hotel (or similar) in a standard room

 

Departure flight to Athens.

Arrival at the airport in Athens. You will be greeted by our local representatives after exiting the customs and transferred to your hotel in Athens. The rest of your day/evening is free for you to relax or start your exploration of the historic city of Athens.

Discover Athens, the cradle of Western civilization, where ancient history meets vibrant modern life. Visit the impressive Acropolis, marvel at the Parthenon stroll through the neighbourhoods, and experience the charm of traditional Greek culture around every corner.

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a free day in Athens at your own pace. Stroll through the lively Plaka district with its charming shops and tavernas, or visit the iconic Acropolis and its museum for a journey back to ancient Greece. For a relaxing moment, you may also choose to sip coffee in Syntagma Square while watching the traditional changing of the guards. (Breakfast)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will depart early morning along the coastal road to the Corinth Canal where you will make a short stop to admire the beautiful view. Continuation southward for the visit of the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, built in the 4th century BC and considered the most perfect of its time regarding acoustics. Group lunch ($) before moving towards Nauplion, for a short photo stop. Then you will arrive to Mycenae, a huge archeological site and one of the major centers of Greek civilization where you will see the Lion Gate and the Tomb of Agamemnon, constructed around 1250 BC. In the late afternoon, you will drive towards Olympia, through beautiful landscapes of Central Peloponnese. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Olympia, the cradle of the Olympic Games. (Breakfast-Dinner)

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the archaeological site of Olympia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site holding over 70 significant buildings and ruins. There, you will see the remains of the Temple of Zeus and the Ancient Stadium as well as the Archaeological Museum. Group lunch ($). Then, you will take back the road through the plains of Eliad and Achaia to the magnificent bridge crossing the Corinthian Bay. Continuation onward to the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos (Lepanto) and Itea before arriving in Delphi. Dinner and overnight in Delphi. (Breakfast-Dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the extensive archaeological site of Delphi, Sanctuary of Apollo overlooking the nearby valley of Phocis, including the Archeological Museum. Late group lunch ($) before moving towards Kalabaka, a small town located at the foot of the astonishing complex of the Meteora, a gigantic rock formation in Central Greece. Upon arrival dinner and overnight in Kalabaka. (Breakfast-Dinner)

Breakfast at the hotel and visit of the Meteora, one of the most majestic sights in Greece. Perched on top of huge rocks standing in the plain of Thessaly, monasteries from the 14th and the 15th centuries seem to be suspended in mid-air. Today, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the six remaining active monasteries, where you can see exquisite examples of Byzantine art. Following your half-day visit, you will drive back to Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae where you will make a short stop to see the Statue of Leonidas. Arrival in Athens in the early evening. Overnight in Athens. (Breakfast)

After your breakfast at the hotel, greeting in the lobby of your hotel and transfer to the port of Athens to embark on a high-speed ferry toward Paros.

Arrival at the port of Paros. Greeting by our local representatives and transfer to your hotel in Paros. Enjoy your afternoon and evening at leisure to explore the charming city of Parikia, the capital and the main port of Paros. (Breakfast)

All breakfasts at the hotel. 3 days to explore the gorgeous island of Paros at leisure. You can also book optional excursions ($) directly at your hotel. (Breakfasts)

With its historical heritage dating back almost 7,000 years, its cultural and architectural wonders such as the Panagia Katapoliani (a Byzantine church built in the 6th century), its fine sand beaches with crystal clear waters and its picturesque villages consisting of white walled houses and narrow streets full of flowers, Paros has everything to seduce travelers.

Following breakfast at the hotel, greeting in the lobby of your hotel and transfer to the port of Paros to embark on a ferry toward Naxos.

Arrival at the port of Naxos. Greeting by our local representatives and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the facilities of your hotel or to start your exploration of Naxos (city) and stroll around its lively port. (Breakfast)

All breakfasts at the hotel. 3 days to explore the idyllic island of Naxos at leisure. You can also book optional excursions ($) directly at your hotel. (Breakfasts)

A mountainous island which culminates at 1,000 meters above sea level, Naxos is the highest and the largest island of the Cyclades. Famous for its fair white-sand beaches, the longest of the archipelago, Naxos is also the most fertile island with its valleys planted with olive trees, orchards and vegetable fields. In Naxos (city), climb the winding streets of the old Venetian citadel which has remained intact since the 16th century.

After breakfast at the hotel, greeting in the lobby of your hotel and transfer to the port of Naxos to embark on a ferry toward Santorini.

Arrival at the port of Santorini. Greeting by our local representatives and transfer to your hotel. Take advantage of your afternoon and evening at leisure to discover the infinite charm and beauty of this island. (Breakfast)

All breakfasts at the hotel. 3 days to explore the majestic island of Santorini at leisure. You can also book optional excursions ($) directly at your hotel. (Breakfasts)

Whitewashed villages clinging to the sides of the sea cliffs have made the volcanic island of Santorini one of the most widely photographed places in the world. The island's charm and subtle mystery have even made it a target of speculation as to the location of the lost city of Atlantis. On the other side of the island, black-sand beaches slide toward the sea. Venture on this island to appreciate a little corner of paradise where, after watching an unforgettable sunset, you will most likely want to stay forever.

Following breakfast at the hotel, greeting in the lobby of your hotel and transfer to the port of Santorini to embark on a speed ferry toward Athens.

Arrival at the port of Athens in the afternoon. Greeting by our local representatives and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day/evening to explore the friendly areas of Plaka and Monastiraki and enjoy a glass of wine on a rooftop with views of the Acropolis. (Breakfast)

Breakfast at the hotel. Greeting in the lobby of your hotel by our local representatives and transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)

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