8-Day Santorini and Athens
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Welcome to the Aegean, and to one of the most beautiful islands in the world; one of the most popular destinations in Greece! Embark on your Athens and Santorini Trip today!
The power of this volcanic island creates an energy that overwhelms the senses. A volcano embraced by the Aegean, this island-phenomenon in the Cyclades gives its visitors a mythical experience. Also known as Thera in Greek, Santorini is the island immortalised by poets and painters, thanks to its celebrated light, multi-coloured cliffs and picture-perfect sunsets.
Your tour will be split between the magic of Santorini, where you'll have the chance to intimately get to know the island, and the capital, Athens, where myth and legend come to life!
Finish your trip with the great Acropolis, and a chance to learn more about life in one of the greatest and most advanced civilisations of their time as you walk in the footsteps of Aristotle, Demetrius, and Alexander the Great. No trip is complete without a scenic drive to Cape Sounio, where you'll see your last temple, the Temple of Poseidon.
The power of this volcanic island creates an energy that overwhelms the senses. A volcano embraced by the Aegean, this island-phenomenon in the Cyclades gives its visitors a mythical experience. Also known as Thera in Greek, Santorini is the island immortalised by poets and painters, thanks to its celebrated light, multi-coloured cliffs and picture-perfect sunsets.
Your tour will be split between the magic of Santorini, where you'll have the chance to intimately get to know the island, and the capital, Athens, where myth and legend come to life!
Finish your trip with the great Acropolis, and a chance to learn more about life in one of the greatest and most advanced civilisations of their time as you walk in the footsteps of Aristotle, Demetrius, and Alexander the Great. No trip is complete without a scenic drive to Cape Sounio, where you'll see your last temple, the Temple of Poseidon.
Itinerary
Day 1
Santorini Trip Begins!
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Today, your Santorini trip begins! After reaching Santorini island, you will be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After settling in, you will enjoy a free day. In the afternoon, you will take a 90-minute massage session to help you relax after your long trip! As an option, you may also take part in a romantic 5-course Santorinian wine and food pairing session, while admiring the sunset!
Accommodation
Santorini Princess Spa Hotel★5 star
Restaurants
VasilicosOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Santorini Airport to Santorini Princess Spa Hotel
Destinations
Imerovigli
Day 2
Free Day and Evening Guided Tour
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Continuing on your Santorini trip, you'll have the morning to relax and make the most of the hotel facilities or its close proximity to Santorini's many beaches! In the afternoon, you will enjoy an executive private Santorini highlights guided tour with dinner! Also known as Thera in Greek, Santorini is the island immortalised by poets and painters, thanks to its celebrated light, multi-coloured cliffs and picture-perfect sunsets.
Accommodation
Santorini Princess Spa Hotel★5 star
Activities
Santorini Highlights Guided Tour
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Imerovigli
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Day 3
Explore Santorini
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Your free day on this amazing island! Do not miss the chance to explore the local villages and try any of the amazing crisp Santorinian white wines! Along the way, you may wish to visit the beaches that dot the landscape to break up the day with a swim. Remember that we are always available for suggestions on how to spend your time on this wonderful island.
Accommodation
Santorini Princess Spa Hotel★5 star
Activities
SantoriniOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Imerovigli
Thera
Day 4
Relax before Your Sunset Catamaran Tour
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Spend the morning at the beach and then, in the afternoon, embark on an unforgettable five-hour catamaran sunset caldera cruise with a full meal and drinks on board, making this one of the most special days of your vacation! Your semi-private catamaran will take you inside Santorini's volcanic caldera and watch the sunset from one of the best spots on the island.
Accommodation
Santorini Princess Spa Hotel★5 star
Activities
Southern SantoriniOptional Activity
Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Imerovigli
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Ormos Ammoudiou
Day 5
Discover Athens in a Walking Tour
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Explore Athens accompanied by a local in guided walking your, taking you around some of the most famous sites in the capital! Free evening. In Athens, you can time travel through millennia, visiting the romantic ruins of ancient temples and museums. Every corner highlights the complexity of Greek history and culture. From the infinite ancient sites to the omnipresent Ottoman-inspired culinary delights and the touches and fragrant spices from Asia.
Accommodation
Urban Frame Hotel★3 star
Activities
Athens Highlights Walking Tour
Transportations
Private Driver from Santorini Princess Spa Hotel to Santorini Airport
Plane from Thera to Athens
Private Driver from Athens International Airport to Urban Frame Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Imerovigli
Athens
Day 6
The Acropolis and Wine
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On this special day, you will enjoy a private guided 4-hour walking tour of both the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. This could be followed by an exclusive private wine tasting session, where you will taste eight of the best Greek wines while tasting traditional Greek delicacies. This is an amazing experience during your time in Athens! Your hotel pick up and drop off is included.
Accommodation
Urban Frame Hotel★3 star
Activities
Acropolis of Athens
Acropolis Private Walking Tour
Acropolis Museum
Dionysian Grapes Wine Tasting
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Day 7
Cape Sounio Sunset Tour
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You'll be free in the morning to explore the city at your own pace. In the afternoon, you will leave Athens behind and travel to Cape Sounio to enjoy a romantic private guided tour to the Temple of Poseidon and admire one of the most beautiful sunsets in Greece! Before returning to Athens, you will discover traditional Greek tastes in a local seafood restaurant!
Accommodation
Urban Frame Hotel★3 star
Activities
Cape Sounio Private Guided Tour
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Athens
Decentralized Administration of Attica
Day 8
Departure from Athens
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Today, after having exchanged farewell wishes, you will be privately transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens to Athens International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Included in Price
- 7 nights accommodation
- 8 activities
- 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Airport transfer
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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