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11-Day Athens, Mykonos, Santorini & Crete

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Overview

This ten-night vacation takes in the best of Athens and the Greek Islands, letting you relax in style!

See the best of the most popular islands on this Greek islands itinerary, including Mykonos, Santorini and Crete, as well as the best of Athens with a blend of relaxing days and visiting lots of places of interest.

Dance the night away in Mykonos, drink in the view in Santorini and take in the charm of Crete. This package gives you a luxurious ten-day break, free from stress and giving as much or as little to do as you wish.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Beach & Sea

Itinerary

Day 1

Begin Your Greek Islands Itinerary in Athens

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Begin Your Greek Islands Itinerary in Athens

On arrival in Athens, you will be met by your English-speaking driver who will transfer you by air-conditioned car to your central Athens hotel. You have the rest of what is left of the day to do as you please before the tour starts. Once you have settled in and freshened up, make your way to the nearby Plaka, at the foot of the Acropolis, where you can have your first taste of the real Athens. There are plenty of traditional restaurants and tavernas in the area.

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    Accommodation

    Athens Gate Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Athens

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Athens International Airport to Athens

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    Destinations

    Athens

Day 2

Athens City Tour & Free Time

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Athens City Tour & Free Time

After you have had breakfast, you will be collected for a tour of Athens. With an English-speaking guide, you will visit the city's main ancient and modern sites, showcasing the contrasts of ancient, mythical, political and modern. You'll visit Syntagma Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Presidential Palace and more. You'll end the tour at the mighty Acropolis of Athens. You will return in the late afternoon and the rest of the day will be free; perhaps you could visit Athens Central Market.

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    Accommodation

    Athens Gate Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Athens Private Walking Tour

    Panathenaic Stadium

    Temple of Olympian Zeus

    Acropolis of Athens

    Acropolis MuseumOptional Activity

    Athens Central MarketOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Athens

Day 3

Athens to Mykonos

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Athens to Mykonos

After breakfast and check out, your driver will transfer you to Piraeus for your hydrofoil voyage to Mykonos. Once you arrive in Mykonos, you will be taken to your hotel. Mykonos is well known as a cosmopolitan party island and your choices of things to do are endless. You have the next three days to discover just how fun and fascinating this rocky outcrop of an island can really is. Getting orientated in the maze-like streets is an adventure in itself.

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    Accommodation

    Petinos Beach Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Athens to Piraeus port

    Ferry from Athens to Mikonos

    Private Driver from Mikonos to Petinos Beach Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Athens

    Platis Gialos

Day 4

Free Day to Explore Mykonos

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Free Day to Explore Mykonos

For a small island, there is a lot to do in Mykonos. The beaches are found all over the island, from the quieter, more family-friendly Platys Yialos, to the happening and club atmosphere of Paradise and Super Paradise, the beaches in Mykonos are stunning and a must-do. You can either rent a moped, catch a bus or a taxi to get to the beach. Alternatively, wander the famous maze-like streets in Mykonos Town and enjoy the party scene come nightfall.

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    Accommodation

    Petinos Beach Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Day in Mykonos

    Mykonos TownOptional Activity

    Paradise & Super Paradise BeachOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Platis Gialos

    Mikonos

    Decentralized Administration of the Aegean

Day 5

Day Trip to Delos & Free Time in Mykonos

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Day Trip to Delos & Free Time in Mykonos

No trip to Mykonos is complete without a visit to Delos, the island which is the true heart of the Cyclades Islands. Going down to the old port in the morning, you can take the short ride to Delos, where you will be transported into life as it was over 1,000 years ago. Delos is uninhabited, but the ruins that remain are a fascinating insight into one of the most advanced civilisations at the time. On your return to Mykonos town, you are free to do as you please.

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    Accommodation

    Petinos Beach Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sacred Island of Delos

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    Transportations

    Boat from Mikonos to Delos

    Boat from Delos to Mikonos

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Platis Gialos

    Delos

Day 6

Mykonos to Santorini

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Mykonos to Santorini

Your Greek island itinerary continues today. After breakfast and check out, your driver will transfer you to the port for your journey to Santorini. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. This is the jewel in the crown of all Greek Islands, a stunning vista of sheer cliff faces diving into the deep blue sea. Once you have settled into your hotel, head into Thira for a meal on the edge of the caldera, talking your dinner as the sun goes down. It will be an evening to remember.

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    Accommodation

    Belvedere Suites3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    SantoriniOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mykonos to Mykonos New Port

    Ferry from Mikonos to Thera

    Private Driver from Thera to Belvedere Hotel Santorini

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Platis Gialos

    Regina Mare

    Thera

Day 7

Free Day in Santorini

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Free Day in Santorini

There is a very real possibility that you will not want to leave your hotel balcony and pool due to the spectacular view you have in front of you. Santorini is the perfect place to relax, swim and look out over the Caldera during the day. However, if you are a little more adventurous, there is plenty to see and do. Travel to the south of the island and discover the black sand beaches, so unique to Santorini. Take an afternoon trip out up to Oia and watch the world's most beautiful sunsets.

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    Accommodation

    Belvedere Suites3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Day in Santorini

    FiraOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Regina Mare

    Thera

Day 8

Another Day to Explore Santorini or Relax

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Another Day to Explore Santorini or Relax

Why not make today a day to remember? Take the chance to go and see the volcano in the centre of the caldera that should not be missed. You can arrange a tour out to the volcano and the nearby hot springs. How many opportunities will you get to see a live volcano? This is your last full day on Santorini, so make the most of it. Dinner at a caldera side restaurant at sunset is once again a must-do activity. Then, you can dance the evening away in one of Thira's many clubs. It is all up to you.

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    Accommodation

    Belvedere Suites3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    SantoriniOptional Activity

    MegalochoriOptional Activity

    Southern SantoriniOptional Activity

    Monastery of the Prophet EliasOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Regina Mare

    Thera

    Megalochori

    Decentralized Administration of the Aegean

    Moni Profitou Iliou

Day 9

Santorini to Crete

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Santorini to Crete

Today is another travelling day. After breakfast and check out, your representative will transfer you to the port for your hydrofoil journey to Heraklion, Crete, home to an amazing array of things to do and see. Once you arrive in Heraklion, our representative will transfer you in luxury to your accommodation. You can find dinner at a local taverna or restaurant near to your hotel and get an idea of what you would like to do on this amazing island; your options are almost endless.

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    Accommodation

    GDM Megaron Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    HeraklionOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Belvedere Hotel Santorini to Santorini Port Super Shuttle

    Ferry from Thera to Heraklion

    Private Driver from Heraklion port to GDM Megaron Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Regina Mare

    Heraklion

Day 10

Free Day to Explore Crete

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Free Day to Explore Crete

Crete is one of the largest and most populated of the Greek Islands, so your choices of things to do on this amazing island is endless. The option to sit and relax by your hotel's pool is always there, but this is your chance to see some of the most beautiful towns in Greece. Wondering the old towns of Chania or Agios Nikolaos. You can take in the archaeological marvel of Knossos, one of modern civilisation's most ancient sites.

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    Accommodation

    GDM Megaron Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Crete

    ChaniaOptional Activity

    Agios NikolaosOptional Activity

    Palace of KnossosOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Heraklion

    Agia Pelagia

    Chania

    Agios Nikolaos

    Knossos

Day 11

Departure Day

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Departure Day

This is the end of your wonderful Greek islands itinerary. After breakfast, your driver will pick you up to transfer you to the airport. There, you will catch your flight to Athens and connect to your international flight back home.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Crete Region to Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis"

    Plane from Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis" to Athens International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Heraklion

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 10 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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