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Three destinations in every bucket list! Enjoy the diverse atmosphere of Athens, combining the remarkable archaeological sites of Acropolis and House of Parliament and the Panathenaea Stadium, the place from where the Olympic Flame starts its journey to the cities of the Olympic Games with a buzzing life full of flavors.
Sail to Mykonos, enjoy the marvelous beaches and the mesmerizing waters, merge into the island’s rare energy, admire the unique architecture, the white-washed streets, taste local or state of the art restaurants, get lost to the never lasting nightlife! Prepare to be enchanted in Santorini and join its multi-colored cliffs and mesmerizing sunsets.
Day 1
Athens
Welcome to Athens the birthplace of Western Civilization, the Capital of Greece! Upon Arrival at Athens International Airport meet with your English-speaking escort, transfer to your hotel. A welcome envelope will be handed to you with all relevant information about your trip. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Athens
Day 2
Athens
Ancient yet modern, classic yet creative, traditional yet constantly changing… Athens is a city of memorable contrasts. The past and the present of Athens unfolds before your eyes while we drive around the city's highlight spots and monuments like the Temple of Zeus, the Old Stadium, Syntagma square, the Parliament and the Tomb to the Unknown soldier, the Academy, the Library, and the National Gardens. On the natural fortress of the Acropolis, reinforced by the hand of man, stand the Propylaea, the temple of the Winged Victory, Erechtheion with the Porch of the Caryatids and, towering over all, and the majestic Parthenon. A winding path leads to the treasure of antiquity. Visible are the relics of the civilization of which we are the proud inheritors. A few meters away from the Acropolis entrance and the Ancient Theatre of Dionysos, the New Acropolis Museum, built on pedestrian walkway of Dionysiou Areopagitou Street, looks like hanging between the past and the present of Athens.
Designed by Bernard Tschumi and Mihalis Fotiades, the new Acropolis Museum has a total area of 25,000 square meters. Made of stainless steel, glass, marble and concrete, materials typical of the Athenian environment, the new museum has a direct view of the Acropolis. The New Museum offers all the amenities expected in an international museum of the 21st century. Overnight in Athens (B)
Day 3
Athens - Mykonos
After breakfast transfer to Piraeus port for embarkation to the ferry boat for Mykonos Island. Upon arrival, in Mykonos meet with your English-speaking Escort and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Mykonos. (B)
Day 4
Mykonos
Day at leisure to relax and recharge!
Enjoy the marvelous beaches and the mesmerizing waters, merge into the island’s rare energy, admire the unique architecture, the white-washed streets, taste local state of the art restaurants and get lost on the everlasting nightlife. Overnight Mykonos. (B)
Day 5
Mykonos - Santorini
After breakfast transfer to port for embarkation to the high-speed boat for Santorini Island. Upon arrival at Santorini meet with your English-speaking Escort and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure Overnight Santorini. (B)
Day 6
Santorini: Sunset Cruise
The tour starts at 14:30 from the new port of Santorini (Athinios), your transfers are provided from your hotel’s meeting point. There the escorts of your excursion will be waiting for you, to give you all the important information and to orientate you on the boat.
Our first destination will be the famous volcano of Santorini! After 20 minutes sailing, we will reach Nea Kameni’s jetty. Should you are interested to be guided at the volcano, you should pay 5euro/ per person as an entrance fee. Then, you will walk to the volcano’s ridge with your guide and he is going to explain you everything about the history and the geology of the volcano. You will stay at the volcanic island for 1.5hr and in the end you will embark again to our boat for the next stop.
Our next stop will be the island of Palea Kameni where the famous hot springs are located on the west side. A place that is really popular for its thermal waters. We will stop there for 30min at a distance of 30 meters from the shallow waters of Agios Nicholaos’ beach. The waters are mixed with mud that they are full of sulfur, iron and other metals coming from the volcano and they are very good for the skin, rheumatism, arthritis and other physical pains.
Important Note: In order to reach Agios Nicholaos’ beach is essential to know how to swim well.
Sailing above the underwater craters from Palia Kameni to Thirasia Island, the boat will anchor close to the island in order to enjoy your dinner. Our experienced staff will prepare everything for you so as to relax and enjoy our Greek tasteful buffet while capturing amazing photos of the Aegean Sea. Pork rolls, chicken rolls, rise, baked potatoes, Greek & green salads, tzatziki sauce (cucumber, yogurt, garlic), bread, seasonal fruit, free local wine during buffet!
The end of the excursion comes on sunset time. Aphrodite sets sails and the sun dives to the sea in the northernmost part of the island. Our boat will stop very close to Oia village where you will have the chance to watch the warm light of the setting sun under the violet sky before the night falls. This is the most unforgettable experience as the Caldera and the village of Oia will turn into gold colour. Your trip with Aphrodite in this sanctuary of romance is going to be in your memories and your hearts forever!
After departing from your last destination, the tour will be finished at the new port of Santorini (Athinios). After your disembarkation, the busses will wait for you to transfer you back to the meeting point of your hotel. Overnight Santorini. (B)
Day 7
Santorini - Athens
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Santorini port for embarkation to the ferry boat for Athens. Upon arrival at Piraeus port transfer to your hotel. Overnight Athens (B)
Day 8
Depart Athens
According to your flight departure time, you will be transferred to Athens airport.
Meal: Breakfast
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The Package Includes:
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Athens including breakfast
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Mykonos Island including breakfast
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Santorini Island including breakfast
- Private transfers in Athens, Mykonos & Santorini Islands
- Professional English-speaking Escort for meet and greet at all places upon arrival
- Economy ferry ticket from Piraeus port to Mykonos (07.30-13.20) / Numbered seat
- Economy high speed ticket from Mykonos to Santorini (12.45-15.35 or 09.50-11.45) / Numbered seat
- Economy ferry ticket from Santorini to Piraeus port (15.30-23.15) / Numbered seat
- Half day Regular tour of Athens with Professional English-Speaking Licensed Guide) (4-5hrs), including entrance fees
- Entrance fees Athens: Acropolis, Acropolis Museum.
- Santorini Regular Sunset Cruise (approximately 6hrs)
- Transportation from/to the hotel with a/c bus
- Professional English-speaking escort
- Hotel taxes
Package Does Not Include:
- International or domestic flights
- Entrance fees Volcano 5€ per person during Santorini Regular Sunset Cruise
- Tips to guide/drivers & hotel staff
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses & meals not mentioned above
- Greece Overnight Stay Tax payable directly at the hotel: 7€/night for 4* Hotels & 10€/night for 5* Hotels
HOTELS | ||
HOTEL NAME | ||
4 Star Standard | ATHENS | Titania Hotel or Similar |
MYKONOS | Yiannaki / Vienoulas Garden / Pelican Bay | |
SANTORINI | El Greco / Santorini Palace | |
5 Stars | Athens | Wyndham Grand / Royal Olympic |
Mykonos | Royal Myconian / Myconian Imperial / Saint John | |
Santorini | Majestic / Costa Grand or similar | |
4 Stars Superior | ATHENS | Acropolian Spirit / Athenian Callirhoe |
MYKONOS | Manoulas Beach | |
SANTORINI | Cliffside Suites / Belvedere Suites / Andromeda or similar |