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4-Day Island-Hopping from Crete to Santorini and Mykonos

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Overview

This 4-day Greece tour package to Crete, Santorini and Mykonos is ideal for those who want to explore the great Cycladic Islands and try their food and the famous Crete’s rich gastronomic palette!

Visit Heraklion, tour the Palace of Knossos and explore the beautiful old town and market of the city. Visit the Cycladic islands of Santorini and Mykonos and get to know the Cycladic architecture and the magic hiding in the two islands!

Take the sunset cruise to the volcano that we highly recommend and swim in hot springs, known for their therapeutic benefits and marvel at the best sunset of your life at Oia!

Finally, the most famous island in Greece, Mykonos, with the fascinating nightlife and the fabulous sandy beaches and beach bars. You may have the opportunity to meet celebrities from all over the world! Combine your tour with the half-day guided trip cruise at the sacred Island of Apollo and Artemis, Delos!
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Itinerary

Day 1

Fly to Crete and Tour Knossos

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Fly to Crete and Tour Knossos

In the morning, your 4-day Greece tour goes to Crete. Then, in the afternoon you'll go on a tour of Knossos. The city flourished for approximately two thousand years. As a major centre of trade and economy, Knossos maintained ties with the majority of cities in the Eastern Mediterranean. You will have the unique opportunity to visit the Palace of Knossos to learn about the rich lifestyle and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. You'll also visit the beautiful old town and the market.

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    Accommodation

    Olive Green 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

    Knossos Tour

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    Transportations

    Plane from Athens to Heraklion

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    Destinations

    Knossos

    Heraklion

Day 2

Sunset Cruise to Santorini Volcano

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Sunset Cruise to Santorini Volcano

Take the ferry to Santorini and then explore its caldera. You'll be above the underwater craters from Palia Kameni to Thirasia Island. The end of the excursion is at sunset when the 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 shine in gold.

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    Accommodation

    Rose Bay 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

    Santorini Sunset Volcano CruiseOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Crete Region to Thera

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Heraklion

    Kamari

    Thera

Day 3

Travel to the Sacred Island of Delos

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Travel to the Sacred Island of Delos

Take the ferry to Mykonos and then have the option to go to the sacred island of Delos, the birthplace of two of the most important ancient Greek gods, Apollo and Artemis. On this sacred island, you will have the chance to admire the ancient homes, sanctuaries and temples dedicated to the ancient gods. Next to the museum, you can have a coffee at the cosy café and enjoy some relaxing time before your trip back to Mykonos Island.

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    Accommodation

    Mykonos Kosmoplaz Beach Resort 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

    Delos Island CruiseOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Thera to Mikonos

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    Destinations

    Kamari

    Platis Gialos

    Decentralized Administration of the Aegean

Day 4

End of the 4-Day Greece Tour

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End of the 4-Day Greece Tour

Today you will have some free time to yourself until the driver picks you up from your hotel. Go to Mykonos port to take your ferry at 15.15 to reach Piraeus port at 18.00. The driver will meet you at Piraeus port and transfer you to your hotel in Athens.

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    Activities

    Mykonos Town

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Mikonos to Athens

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    Destinations

    Platis Gialos

    Mikonos

Included in Price

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • 2 activities
  • 1 breakfast
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

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