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15-Day Cyclades Island Experience

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Overview

Discover the best of the Cyclades Islands on this 15-day adventure!

Beginning in the capital city of Athens, you'll travel by ferry to the beautiful islands of Mykonos, Delos, Santorini, Paros and Naxos. You'll discover what makes each of these islands individual and special as you travel from one to the other, exploring each one with a local guide.

You'll taste delicious food, gawp at incredible views and get to know the local people over 2 weeks in Greece.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Beach & Sea

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Athens!

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Welcome to Athens!

Upon arrival at Athens airport, you will be welcomed by your drive and guide who will then transfer you to your hotel. Athens, having been inhabited since the Neolithic age, is considered Europe’s historical capital and one of the world’s most emblematic cities. Today, it offers visitors a unique experience, a journey in its 6,000-year history, including the chance to see renowned monuments and masterpieces of the art of the antiquity and the Middle Ages.

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    Accommodation

    Jason Inn3 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

    AthensOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Athens International Airport to Athens

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    Destinations

    Athens

Day 2

Catch the Ferry to Mykonos

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Catch the Ferry to Mykonos

In the morning, you'll have an early breakfast before packing up and catching your transfer to the port for your five-hour ferry to Mykonos. Upon arrival, you'll be met by your driver once again and taken to your hotel. Early breakfast at your hotel. Geographically located on the northern side of the Cyclades, almost in the centre of the Aegean Sea, Mykonos is the ultimate holiday place for all ages with fantastic beaches, the view from the windmills and plenty of bars and restaurants.

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    Accommodation

    Olia Hotel Mykonos3 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 Piraeus port to Mikonos

    Private Driver from Mikonos to olia hotel mykonos

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Athens

    Anemoessa Hotel Hotel

Day 3

Discover Mykonos or Take a Tour to Delos Island

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Discover Mykonos or Take a Tour to Delos Island

Mykonos is particularly famous for the picturesque town and the fantastic beaches. The main town is very characteristic for its Cycladic architecture, with whitewashed sugar houses, lovely churches and cobbled streets. On a small hill above the town, there are traditional windmills, while the most beautiful quarter is “Little Venice”, with restaurants and bars right by the sea. The most fabulous beaches are located on the southern side of Mykonos island. Today, you'll have the day to explore.

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    Accommodation

    Olia Hotel Mykonos3 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

    Mykonos DiscoveryOptional Activity

    Tour to Delos IslandOptional Activity

    Paradise & Super Paradise BeachOptional Activity

    Mykonos TownOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Anemoessa Hotel Hotel

    Mikonos

    Delos

    Decentralized Administration of the Aegean

Day 4

Mykonos City & Island Tour

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Mykonos City & Island Tour

This morning, you'll have some free time to spend as you wish. In the afternoon, you'll have the option to embark on a half-day trip around the island of Mykonos. A pearl in the Aegean Sea, Mykonos boasts blue skies, beautiful snow-white houses and lovely beaches everywhere. You'll explore the old town, see the windmills and then visit some of the most famous beaches and the inner landscape.

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    Accommodation

    Olia Hotel Mykonos3 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

    Mykonos TownOptional Activity

    Mykonos City & Island TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Anemoessa Hotel Hotel

    Mikonos

Day 5

Catch the Ferry to Paros

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Catch the Ferry to Paros

In the morning, you'll head to the port to catch the ferry to Paros, where you'll be met by your driver once again and taken to your hotel. One of the most typical islands of Cyclades, Paros is famous for the traditional architecture, the lovely beaches and its nightlife. Parikia and Naoussa are the main villages of Paros, where most activities are concentrated, while there are also other seaside tourist settlements around the island.

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    Accommodation

    Eri Hotel3 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

    ParosOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Athens to Piraeus port

    Ferry from Mikonos to Paros

    Private Driver from Paros to Paros

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Anemoessa Hotel Hotel

    Paros

    Saint Andrea Seaside Resort

Day 6

Discover Paros

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Discover Paros

The fabulous beaches, the picturesque architecture and the lounge nightlife are the things that make Paros island so special. Golden Beach, New Golden Beach, Kolymbithres and Santa Maria are among the most beautiful beaches, while worth a visit are the traditional villages of Naoussa, Parikia, Lefkes and Marpissa. On your day tour, you'll explore the island, visiting its old town, beautiful beaches and one of the oldest churches of the whole country.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Eri Hotel3 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

    Tour of ParosOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Saint Andrea Seaside Resort

    Paros

Day 7

Lazy Day Sailing in Paros on a Traditional Kaiki Boat

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Lazy Day Sailing in Paros on a Traditional Kaiki Boat

Travelling around the beautiful coastline of Antiparos today, you will enjoy a wonderful day on the water. The boat leaves from Pounda port and will take you to Pantalonisia, where you have your first stop to take a dip in the water. On the beautiful beach of Faneromeni, there will be a BBQ organised for you, while you are enjoying the sun and the sea. You will be amazed by the pureness and beauty this small island offers you.

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    Accommodation

    Eri Hotel3 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

    Lazy Day in Paros on a Traditional Kaiki BoatOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Saint Andrea Seaside Resort

    Paros

Day 8

Catch the Ferry to Santorini

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Catch the Ferry to Santorini

This morning, after breakfast, your driver will take you to the port ahead of your three-hour ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel and you'll then have the rest of the day free to explore on your own. Holidays in Santorini are the dream of a lifetime for many people. As this is the top tourist destination in Greece, the island is famous for the impressive caldera, the volcano and the romantic sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Nikolas Hotel Santorini3 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 Paros to Paros

    Ferry from Paros to Thera

    Private Driver from Thera to Nikolas Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Saint Andrea Seaside Resort

    Karterádos

Day 9

Santorini Caldera Tour

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Santorini Caldera Tour

Today, you'll have the day free to spend as you wish. It is highly recommended that you head out on a boat tour to discover the beautiful caldera and to see the island from a unique perspective. Travelling on a small “kaiki” traditional boat, you will reach the volcano lava Nea Kameni, then you'll sail along the lava rock to reach the hot springs Palea Kameni. You'll visit Thirassia Island before sailing past Oia’s volcanic cliffs to photograph this unique view at sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Nikolas Hotel Santorini3 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

    Santorini Caldera TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Karterádos

    Thera

Day 10

Free Time & Optional Bus Tour of Santorini

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Free Time & Optional Bus Tour of Santorini

Today, you'll have the option to spend the days as you wish or you can head out to explore Santorini on a bus tour. You will start by visiting the Archaeological Site of Akrotiri and driving to Perivolos black sandy beach where you'll have some free time for lunch. Then, you'll visit Megalochori village and the village of Pyrgos with its Venetian castle. Finally, you'll drive to a winery for wine tasting and make a stop in Oia village on the way back to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Nikolas Hotel Santorini3 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

    Full-Day Bus Tour of SantoriniOptional Activity

    AkrotiriOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Karterádos

    Thera

    Decentralized Administration of the Aegean

Day 11

Catch the Ferry to Naxos

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Catch the Ferry to Naxos

This morning, after breakfast, your driver will take you to the port ahead of your one-hour ferry to Naxos. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel and you'll then have the rest of the day free to explore on your own. Naxos is a wonderful island with long sandy beaches and interesting sightseeing. A drive around the centre of the island brings visitors to traditional villages and interesting historical sites. Many hiking trails also cross the island and lead to secluded spots.

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    Accommodation

    Xenia Hotel3 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

    NaxosOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Thera to Thera

    Ferry from Thera to Naxos

    Private Driver from Naxos to Naxos

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Karterádos

    Naxos Palace Hotel

    Naxos

Day 12

Naxos Island Tour

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Naxos Island Tour

Today, you'll explore the beautiful island of Naxos. Starting from Naxos town and through the village of Galanado and the tower of Belonias, your first stop on this tour will be at Damalas pottery workshop. You'll then continue on visiting the landmarks of the island, some traditional villages, pristine beaches and a few spots to stop and swim. You'll return to your hotel in the late afternoon and have the rest of the evening to relax.

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    Accommodation

    Xenia Hotel3 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

    Tour of NaxosOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Naxos Palace Hotel

    Naxos

Day 13

Free Time on Naxos Island

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Free Time on Naxos Island

Fronted by the dramatic Portara, the entrance to the Temple of Apollo, Chora Naxos is the capital of the island. The town is home to a plethora of fascinating buildings that offer a unique insight into Greek history beyond the gods as the town was ruled by the Venetians for several centuries. If you make your way to the south of the town, you'll find a beautiful beach, lined with restaurants and shops that warrant a moment of two of your time.

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    Accommodation

    Xenia Hotel3 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

    NaxosOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Naxos Palace Hotel

    Naxos

Day 14

Travel Back to Athens

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Travel Back to Athens

After breakfast at your hotel, you'll have the first part of the day free at your leisure to discover some of the many beauties of the island or to relax before departure. In the late afternoon, you'll take a transfer to the port of Naxos and embark on the Blue Star Ferries boat to Piraeus Port, Athens. It is a 4.5-hour drive and once you reach Athens, you'll be transferred to your hotel. As it's your last night, it's the perfect time to see what Athens nightlife is all about!

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    Accommodation

    Jason Inn3 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

    NaxosOptional Activity

    Athens NightlifeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Naxos to Piraeus port

    Private Driver from Piraeus port to Athens

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Naxos Palace Hotel

    Naxos

    Athens

Day 15

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Today concludes your incredible 2 weeks in Greece. After breakfast, you'll have the rest of the morning and day free until you are ready for your transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

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    Activities

    AthensOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Athens to Athens International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Athens

Included in Price

  • 14 nights accommodation
  • 14 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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