Athens-The-Cyclades

Island hopping tour

Athens, Mykonos and Santorini

Description

This popular Greek Island Vacation includes Athens and 2 of the most beautiful Cycladic islands in Greece. The ancient city of Athens is today a vibrant megalopolis with nonstop nightlife, creative cuisine, and sites both ancient and modern. Explore the incredible Acropolis of Athens on foot seeing one of the most important world heritage sites on the planet and conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis Museum with a staggering collection of more than 4.000 artifacts.

Mykonos island is a wonderful kaleidoscope of cosmopolitan shops, rocking bars, quaint windmills, great beaches, homey taverns and hidden churches all set against a brilliant blue backdrop.

In Santorini enjoy the sensational sunsets, the fascinating excavations, the iconic black and red beaches, and the dazzling white towns.

This Greek holiday package is fully flexible. It can start any day you prefer (April to mid October), and can be changed to fit your preferences.

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Itinerary

( 9 days )

Your tour’s schedule in detail:

  1. ATHENS ARRIVAL.
    Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure.
  2. MORNING ATHENS GUIDED CITY TOUR
    The striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Tomb of the unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution  Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library. In contrast,  conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens. 
  3. ATHENS / MYKONOS
    Early morning transfer to the port of Athens (Piraeus) to board the ferry to the island of Mykonos. Upon your arrival on the island, you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel.
  4. MYKONOS
    Wander around the paths of the most beautiful and famous island of Greece and experience the true beauty of Mykonos.Two days at leisure to discover the beaches of this island or wander through the maze of narrow white-washed alleys, churches, cafes, tavernas and shops. Overnight at hotel.
  5. MYKONOS
    Day at leisure. This island offer full of activities, you can choose from a selection of organized and private tours as well as shore excursions, including Mykonos Town and island tours, safari excursions, trips to Delos Island, and day cruises. Overnight at hotel.
  6. MYKONOS / SANTORINI
    Morning transfer to the pier to board the ferry to Santorini. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel
  7. SANTORINI
    Day at leisure to enjoy the sun, the unforgettable view and the most romantic sunset in the world. Santorini is the essence of a Greek island, where sea meets weather-beaten rock and colors are bold and elemental. Two days spent to tour this picturesque island with black sandy beaches (Kamari, Perissa), archaeological sites (Akrotiri, ancient Thira), and attractive scenic villages (Oia, Fira). Overnight at hotel.
  8. SANTORINI
    Day free to explore the island. Volcanic activity plays a role in many of Santorini’s popular activities, from swimming and sunbathing at the molten-dyed beaches to witnessing consistently gorgeous sunsets from the cliffs at Oia. Another option is to dive right in: Try sailing the clear blue caldera where the city of Atlantis was said to have stood, or bathe in the hot springs surrounding the Santorini Volcano (Kameni). Overnight at hotel.
  9. SANTORINI / ATHENS
    Transfer to Santorini pier for your return ferry/hydro to Athens. Upon arrival in Piraeus port you will be met and transferred to the centre of Athens.
    End of our services.

Departure / Return location

ATHENS

Departure days : 

April to October : Daily except some holidays 

Tour ends

9:00 am on day 9

Included

  • Accommodation at the hotel category of your choice – 8 nights including breakfast daily
  • Three private transfers in Athens [apt/hotel – hotel/pier – pier/Athens center]
  • Entrance Fees to the Acropolis site and museum.
  • Organized Athens Sightseeing guided tour.
  • Private roundtrip transfers on the islands.
  • Hydro in economy aircraft type seats or ferry tickets in A’ class Piraeus/Mykonos/Santorini/Piraeus.
  • 24hrs Assistance phone number
  • All Taxes except the accommodation tax

Not Included

Highlights

  • Little Venice
  • The Windmills
  • Oia village
  • Ammoudi Bay

 

 

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