Exploring Greece
9 Days Starting in Athens, Greece and ending in Santorini, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Kalambaka, Mykonos, Santorini
Tour operator:
Tour code:
28001
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
18-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Beach Tours, Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Greece with our "Exploring Greece" tour. Discover the ancient wonders of Athens, including the iconic Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum. Travel to Delphi, once considered the center of the world, and marvel at the breathtaking Meteora Monasteries. Experience the vibrant nightlife and stunning beaches of Mykonos, and unwind on the romantic island of Santorini, known for its picturesque sunsets and delectable local cuisine. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and relaxation, with comfortable accommodations and guided tours to enhance your Greek adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar
Arrive at Athens airport where our representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, strolling the beautifully arranged streets of charming Athens. Perhaps enjoy a walk in the picturesque Plaka area, indulge in a tasty coffee at one of the inviting cafes in Agia Eirini Square, or adventure into a souvenir shopping session on Adrianou Street. You can end this memorable day with a mouthwatering dinner(not included) in one of the many traditional restaurants spread throughout the city. And if you want to catch a glimpse of the city under the mesmerising moonlight, enjoy an optional night out in Athens.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2 : Athens City Tour
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your day with a mouthwatering breakfast at your hotel, preparing to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city, during a memorable city tour. Our expert guide will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Stop for a few moments and then continue your tour passing by the Prime Minister's residence- the former Royal Palace, guarded by the Euzones in their colourful uniform. Then, see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament, the memorial of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, University, National Library, and the lovely Constitution Square (Syntagma). Go to Acropolis to visit the Architectural Masterpieces of Athens' Golden Age: The Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and finally "the harmony between material and spirit" and the monument that "puts an order in mind"- Greece's imposing Parthenon. Last, but not least, admire the wonders of the classical era at The Acropolis Museum. Return to your hotel in Athens for overnight.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 3 : Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka (420 Km - 5.5 Hrs)
Location: Kalambaka
Accommodation Name: Hotel Orfeas or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a delicious breakfast, leave for Delphi via Thebes, Levadia, and the picturesque village of Arachova, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Wander around spellbinding Delphi, and visit the interesting Archaeological Site. Afterwards, depart for beautiful Kalambaka, passing through the picturesque villages and spectacular towns of Central Greece. Proceed to Kalambaka for a delightful dinner and overnight.
Overnight in Kalambaka.
Day 4 : Kalambaka – Athens (350 Km - 4.15 Hrs)
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Hotel Evita Asty or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Indulge in a luscious breakfast at your hotel. Then, head towards Meteora, one of Greece's most famous landmarks that earned a special place on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Monuments. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and get closer to the Greek glorious history and culture. Admire the ageless Monasteries, standing between earth and sky, atop huge rocks, and containing priceless historical and religious treasures. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae. Have a short stop to see, across the road, the Leonida's Monument, and arrive in Greece´s capital city early in the evening.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 5 : Athens – Mykonos (5 Hrs By Ferry)
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Hotel Charissi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your day with a tasty breakfast at the hotel. Then, enjoy an early transfer from the hotel to Piraeus port to take the ferry boat to Mykonos. Arrive on the beautiful island, where you will be met and assisted by our representative. Transfer to your hotel for check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel amenities or exploring the beautiful surroundings.
Overnight in Mykonos.
Day 6 : Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Hotel Charissi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have a delightful breakfast at the hotel and get ready to adventure yourself into discovering the beautiful island, on your own. Known for being a meeting point of the international jet set and a piece of heaven for travellers who want to relax on amazing beaches and enjoy a unique nightlife. Stroll the lovely streets, relax on the warm sand, and enjoy a few cocktails in one of the lively beach bars.
Overnight in Mykonos.
Day 7 : Mykonos – Santorini (3 Hrs By High-Speed Ferry)
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Hotel Makarios Beach or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a tasty breakfast at your hotel before transferring to the port of Mykonos to catch the high-speed ferry boat to Santorini. Arrive on the beautiful island of romance, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing at the hotel, sunbathing, or exploring the paths of charming Santorini.
Overnight in Santorini.
Day 8 : Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Hotel Makarios Beach or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel, and get ready to discover the island of Santorini, on your own. Stroll the delightful alleys, and admire the white Cycladic houses lining the cliff tops. Perhaps, get in touch with history while visiting the Akrotiri site, known also as the Pompeii of Greece. Maybe visit Canava, admiring its vineyards and distillery. Then, indulge in the incredible local food. The number of great restaurants is impressive, and the traditional dishes promise to amaze your taste buds. Late in the afternoon, you can visit the fascinating, little village of Oia to watch a hypnotizing sunset.
Overnight in Santorini.
Day 9 : Departure Santorini
Location: Santorini
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, checked-out and get ready for your transfer to the airport or port of Santorini Island.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with qualified guides in English on day 2, 3 and 4 (half-day).
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Accommodation
8 nights' accommodation in various hotels: Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3* in Athens, Hotel Orfeas or similar 3* in Kalambaka, Hotel Charissi or similar 3* in Mykonos, and Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3* in Santorini.
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Meals
8 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner.
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Transport
Air-conditioned shared transportation in vehicle between ports and during excursions, inbound airport transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport), ferry boat ticket on economy seat for the route Piraeus to Mykonos, hydro boat ticket on economy seat for the route Mykonos to Santorini, and outbound airport transfer to Santorini Airport.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Acropolis site, Acropolis museum, Delphi site and two Meteora monasteries.
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Other
Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme.
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Flight Tickets
International flight tickets & Domestic flight tickets Santorini to Athens.
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Airport Taxes
Airport taxes for domestic and international flights.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for driver and guide.
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Porterage
Airport and Hotel porterage.
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Delphi Museum
Visit to Delphi museum.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours.
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Overnight City Tax
Overnight city tax for the hotel overnights effective from January 1st 2018.
Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Greece. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay
Please Note
- Day 9: Drop off at Santorini Airport
- Please note the optional tours; Aphrodite Boat Sunset tour in Santorini Island and Half Day Tour to Delos in Mykonos Island operate from May until October
- Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
- No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
- Please note that the inbound airport Athens - City hotel transfers are included only as part of the package and if pre and post-night stay is booked as an extra. Otherwise additional transfers should be purchased separately.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2, 4 Athens :
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Kalambaka:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Day 5-6 Mykonos:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Charissi or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Porto Mykonos or similar 4*
Day 7-8 Santorini:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Afroditi Venus or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre - Night in Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Post - Night in Santorini:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Afroditi Venus or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably with air-conditioned shared transportation between ports and during excursions, including inbound airport transfer from Athens International Airport, ferry boat tickets from Piraeus to Mykonos, hydro boat tickets from Mykonos to Santorini, and outbound airport transfer to Santorini Airport.
Accommodation
Enjoy 8 nights' accommodation in Greece, with options ranging from standard 3-star hotels like Hotel Evita Asty in Athens, Hotel Orfeas in Kalambaka, Hotel Charissi in Mykonos, and Hotel Makarios Beach in Santorini, to superior 4-star hotels such as Hotel Fresh in Athens, Hotel Amalia Kalambaka, Hotel Porto Mykonos, and Hotel Afroditi Venus in Santorini.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2, 4 Athens :
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Day 3 Kalambaka:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Orfeas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4*
Day 5-6 Mykonos:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Charissi or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Porto Mykonos or similar 4*
Day 7-8 Santorini:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Afroditi Venus or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre - Night in Athens:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Fresh or similar 4*
Post - Night in Santorini:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Afroditi Venus or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes air-conditioned shared transportation in a vehicle between ports and during excursions, an inbound airport transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens International airport), a ferry boat ticket on an economy seat for the route Piraeus to Mykonos, a hydro boat ticket on an economy seat for the route Mykonos to Santorini, and an outbound airport transfer to Santorini Airport.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 8 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 8 nights' accommodation with options for standard and superior hotel categories. Specific hotels include Hotel Evita Asty or similar 3* and Hotel Fresh or similar 4* in Athens, Hotel Orfeas or similar 3* and Hotel Amalia Kalambaka or similar 4* in Kalambaka, Hotel Charissi or similar 3* and Hotel Porto Mykonos or similar 4* in Mykonos, and Hotel Makarios Beach or similar 3* and Hotel Afroditi Venus or similar 4* in Santorini.
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Are there any optional tours available during the trip?
Yes, there are optional tours available such as the Aphrodite Boat Sunset tour in Santorini Island and the Half Day Tour to Delos in Mykonos Island, which operate from May until October.
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What entrance fees and activities are included in the tour?
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as visits to the Acropolis site, Acropolis museum, Delphi site, and two Meteora monasteries.
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Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour is operated with qualified guides in English on days 2, 3, and 4 (half-day).
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What should I wear when visiting temples or religious buildings in Greece?
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Comfortable and light clothing is recommended, along with sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour package are expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the program, international and domestic flight tickets, airport taxes, gratuities for driver and guide, airport and hotel porterage, visit to Delphi museum, optional tours, and overnight city tax for the hotel overnights.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services greece charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.