Greece Group Trip Details

Historic ruins, iconic blue roofs, giant windmills, arched white facades, and the sun setting on crystal-clear waters. These are just a few of the picturesque sights you’ll find on this small-group tour. Discover ancient history among cobblestone streets in the capital of Athens, then explore the quintessential Greek islands of your dreams on charming Santorini and Crete.

 

 

 

 

 

Day 1 

 

Welcome to Crete! Land in Athens, then hop on a quick flight to your first destination. In Crete, you'll find a wide variety of terrains waiting to be explored, from the picturesque white mountain ranges to the breathtaking beaches covered in fine sand. Flight from Athens to Crete Hotel: Aquila Atlantis 5* or similar  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crete Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, join your driver and guide for an island tour of Crete with a 3-course lunch and entrance to the renowned archaeological site of Knossos, one of the most important and best-known palaces of Minoan civilization. Explorers beware: its history is connected to the myth of the Labyrinth and imprisoned Minotaur! Feast on an authentic 3-course Greek lunch at a local restaurant. Upon return to your hotel, enjoy an evening at leisure. Hotel: Aquila Atlantis 5* or similar

 

 

 

Crete - Santorini Today, you'll board your ferry to Santorini! High-speed ferry from Crete to Santorini. Upon arrival, unwind and begin discovering this picturesque island! Take a stroll to the coast, where you can admire the spectacular Caldera with white-washed houses perched on edge, created by the eruption of the island’s volcano in ancient times. Your hotel is a 10 min walk into the capital of Santorini, Thira, filled with fantastic restaurants, shopping, and history. Hotel: El Greco Hotel 4* or similar

 

 

 

 

Santorini Wake up and get ready to explore this magical island! After breakfast, take a walk through the traditional village of Fira or enjoy the wonderful hotel facilities. This afternoon you will be picked up by your driver to embark on an afternoon catamaran tour around the island of Santorini with stops at local coves for swimming. You will feast on a traditional Greek barbecue on board with local wines and tasty treats. Hotel: El Greco Hotel 4* or similar

 

 

 

 

Santorini - Athens Say goodbye to Santorini and hop on a ferry back to Athens. Spend the rest of your day at leisure as you begin to explore Athens! Ferry from Santorini to Athens Hotel: Athenian Callirhoe 4* or similar

 

 

 

Athens Enjoy an energizing breakfast, then head out for some sightseeing! You will be picked up at your hotel immediately following breakfast for a morning filled with history and sites. Your Athens city tour includes stops throughout the city and the entrance to the Acropolis site. Upon return to your hotel enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Be sure to take in the Plaka district for some local shopping before your return home from Greece. Hotel: Athenian Callirhoe 4* or similar

 

 

 

 

 

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage, then hit the airport and board your plane home. Spend your relaxing flight scrolling through priceless photos and dreaming about your next adventure.