6 Nights Itinerary Coverage: Athens - Mykonos - Santorini
On arrival at Athens Airport, meet our representative who will welcome you and escort you to your waiting driver and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight in Athens.
Athens is the birthplace of Western Civilization with history spanning back over 3000 years. It is one of the world’s oldest cities where history and culture creates an amazing array for the visitors.
Start your day with your private guide to see the sights and neighborhoods. Start with The Greek House of the Parliament which was once the old palace of the Royal Family of Greek. This neoclassical building was completed in 1840 where the traditional Changing of the Guard takes place. Drive pass by Syntagma Square, the Academy, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, lliou Melathron, and the National Library. Capture some photos and we move to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Acropolis; it is one of the most significant ancient monuments in Europe and said to be the ancient symbol of Greek culture. Enjoy the panoramic views of the city as you enter through the steps and pass through the Propylea. Marvel at Parthneon, the highlight of Acropolis citadel and the most awe-inspiring temple among the others, it was built between 447 and 432 B.C., was dedicated to goddess Athena. Visit the Erectheion, located on the most sacred part of the hill and amazing example of Ionic architecture. Return to your hotel and stay overnight.
In the morning you will be transferred privately to the port of Athens. Board a high-speed ferry to Mykonos. Approximate ferry duration is 2.5 hours.
Our driver will transfer you to hotel from the port.
In the afternoon you will be transferred to the starting point for walking tour of Mykonos. Explore fabulous island of Aegean with our expert guide as you stroll along the seafront, past the local vegetable and fish market. Start in the medieval part of Mykonos, known as the Chora. Discover the traditional way of islanders with your guide and explore secret corners and narrow alleys. Next we visit the Archeological Museum and head along the coastal road to Manto Square famous for Manto Mavrogenous, a Greek heroine during the War of Independence.
Continue to the district of Matogianni, a vibrant area of shops with global fashion brands. Pass by Three Wells, the home of Manto Mavrogenous’ mother, and the Maritime Museum. We will get chance to stop at the traditional Gioras bakery for short stop and refreshment. Afterwards we move to 5 windmills and follow the winding pathways to the castle of the Chora and enter the Scarpa area, for a Little Venice experience for beautiful houses standing on waterfront. Conclude your tour with visit to one of the most famous architectural structures in Greece known as “Panagia Paraportiani.” You will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Mykonos.
Enjoy the day at your own pace or simply relax at hotel. Overnight in Mykonos.
After breakfast check out from hotel and you will be transferred to the port by our driver. Board a high-speed ferry to Santorini. Approximate ferry duration is 2.5 hours. Our driver will be waiting for you at the port to transfer you to hotel.
Check in at hotel and stay overnight.
Set up your morning with complete relaxation. You can embark on a walk through the alleys cover with shops, restaurants, and cafes. Take fancy views of the ocean on your left as your ramble to the edge of the village.
This evening set sail around the island with small group of less 20 participants or less. Hopping on sunset cruise in Santorini is one of the best experiences while on island. You will be transferred to port to board the sailboat around the island with first stop at Red Beach, one of the finest locations for swimming and snorkeling in Santorini and to discover the rich seabed. Continue sail to White Beach, dotted with white pebbles and pumice stones. Enjoy free time to explore the beach with activities at your comfort.
Back on board and enjoy delicious barbeque meal with crips Santorinian Wine. Sail back to port with a stopover below the village of Oia to watch sunset over the Caldera. Return to port and you will be transferred back to hotel. Overnight in Santorini.
Our driver will transfer you to Airport to board flight for onward journey with sweet memories of Greece Tour.
