Sara Schaefer
Rose Travel
2026 - 05/17 - 05/30 - The Cooking Mom Vacations - Greece
May 16, 2026 to May 30, 2026
Depart from the US 5/16; Athens Pre-Trip Extension (1 Night) 5/17-5/18; Greece Main Trip 5/18 - 5/27; Paros Post Trip Extension 5/27 - 5/30 --FINAL PAYMENT 3/1/2026
Join The Cooking Mom for a trip of a lifetime to Greece!
Itinerary:
OPTIONAL PRE-TRIP EXTENSION IN ATHENS (1 NIGHT):
Saturday, May 16:
Flight departs USA.
May 17 - Athens
- Arrive in Athens - Check into hotel.
- Please Note: You will have the option of taking your own transfer to the hotel or purchase the transfer through Rose Travel. That option will come closer to departure.
- Evening: Join Amy and for a several course welcome to Greece included dinner with beer and wine.
May 18 - Athens
- Meet up with rest of the group.
MAIN TRIP:
Sunday, May 17:
Group departs USA.
Group departs USA.
Flights should be purchased directly with the airline. Rose Travel Group will send out the information on the flights that Amy and Hoyt will be on with information on booking the flights. If you require Rose Travel Group to book your flights, there will be a $100 per ticket charge.
Day 1 – May 18 - Athens
- Arrive in Athens - Check into hotel. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant with entertainment.
- Please Note: You will have the option of taking your own transfer to the hotel or purchase the transfer through Rose Travel. That option will come closer to departure.
Day 2 – May 19 - Athens
- Breakfast at the hotel. Half day tour of Athens including walking through a local market, an evening visit to Acropolis and dinner.
Day 3 – May 20 - Athens/ Mykonos
- Breakfast at the hotel. A private port transfer for ferry to Mykonos. Transfer to the hotel. Free evening in Mykonos.
Day 4 – May 21 - Mykonos
- Breakfast at the hotel. Tour of the Old town including lunch in the famous Venice area. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 5 – May 22 - Mykonos
- Breakfast at the hotel. Free day - we will have optional excursions available, including a visit to one of the beaches and beach club.
Day 6 – May 23 - Mykonos
- Breakfast at the hotel. Free day - we will have optional excursions available, including a visit to one of the beaches and beach club.
Day 7 - May 24 - Santorini
- Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the port, ferry crossing to Santorini, transfer to the hotel, dinner at the local restaurant with the sunset view.
Day 8 - May 25 - Santorini
- Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure. Cooking class with dinner in the evening.
- We will have optional experiences available closer to departure.
Day 9 - May 26 - Santorini
- Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure. Sunset dinner cruise in the evening.
Day 10 – May 27 – departure home
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Please Note: you will have the option of taking your own transfer to the airport or purchase the transfer through Rose Travel. That option will come closer to departure.
OPTIONAL POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN PAROS:
Day 10 – May 27 – Paros
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to the port, ferry to Paros. Transfer to the hotel and lunch at the hotel. Evening at leisure in beautiful Paros.
Day 11 – May 28 – Paros
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day at leisure. We will have optional experiences available closer to departure.
Day 12 – May 29 – Paros
- Breakfast each morning
- Tour to beautiful Lefkes village and amazing several courses Farewell dinner.
Day 13 – May 30 – Departure home
- Breakfast each morning
- Transfer to the airport.
- Please Note: you will have the option of taking your own transfer to the airport or purchase the transfer through Rose Travel. That option will come closer to departure.
Click HERE for more information on this amazing trip!
What's included in this trip:
• Nine night hotel accommodations
• Breakfast daily, one lunch and five dinners (wine and beer included with lunches and dinners)
• Sightseeing with the local guides as per itinerary
• Ferry crossing Athens to Mykonos and Mykonos to Santorini
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• Porterage of one suitcase per person.
• Full time Tour Director for the duration of the trip
• Arrangements for a daily mass
• Additional three nights in Paros including daily breakfast one lunch and one dinner. Additional ferry crossing Santorini to Paros.
• Breakfast daily, one lunch and five dinners (wine and beer included with lunches and dinners)
• Sightseeing with the local guides as per itinerary
• Ferry crossing Athens to Mykonos and Mykonos to Santorini
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• Porterage of one suitcase per person.
• Full time Tour Director for the duration of the trip
• Arrangements for a daily mass
• Additional three nights in Paros including daily breakfast one lunch and one dinner. Additional ferry crossing Santorini to Paros.
What's not included:
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Flights
- Flights can be purchased directly with the airline. I will send out information on the flights Amy and Hoyt will be on, and you can call the airline directly to book the same flight.
- Transfers: You will have the option of taking your own transfer to the airport or hotel or purchase the transfer through Rose Travel. That option will come closer to departure.
- Travel Insurance - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
- Meals, unless listed in your itinerary
- Tips for drivers, guides and other services
- Supplements or optional tours as listed
- Visa, passport, and entry/exit fees
- Local hotel / governmental hotel taxes of approx. Eur 7 - 10 per room per night.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation of travel must be made in writing and is effective from the date we receive the written notification. Any trip deposit or payment is non-refundable. Rose Travel and The Cooking Mom's Culinary Vacations incur costs with the suppliers of your trip well in advance of your departure date. At the effective date of cancellation all overdue payments will be required, any additional payments will not be required. We highly recommend trip insurance and is available for purchase at booking.
Call Sara with Rose Travel with any questions! You can reach her at 720-604-0069 or email admin@rosetravelgroup.com.
****Note: The host for this trip is The Cooking Mom, Amy Hanten. In the event that the minimum amount of travelers is not met for this trip and Amy cannot host, the trip may cancel with a full refund.
Available Packages
The Cooking Mom's Greece Vacation
Available until
February 1, 2026
- available
Starting At: $5,580.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
Included
- Accommodations
- Tours listed in itinerary
- Transportation listed in itinerary
- Meals listed in itinerary
Extra Options
Optional Post-Extension Paros
Available until
February 1, 2026
- available
$1,880.00
Deposit: $250.00
Enhance your journey with a 3-night retreat to the idyllic island of Paros. Known for its pristine beaches, charming whitewashed villages, and authentic Greek culture, Paros offers a serene blend of relaxation and exploration. This extension includes seamless transfers, comfortable accommodations, and opportunities to soak in the island’s natural beauty and local flavors.
Price listed is for double occupancy rooms. Single occupancy rooms will be $2680 per person. This will be adjusted on your invoice after your booking.
Optional Pre-Extension Night in Athens
Available until
February 1, 2026
- available
$440.00
Deposit: $50.00
Arrive in Athens one day early to explore a little more! Includes one night stay in your Athens hotel.
Price listed is for double occupancy rooms. Single occupancy rooms will be $640 per person. This will be adjusted on your invoice after your booking.