Discover the very best of the Greek Islands on this fourteen-day trip to Greece around the glittering treasures of the Aegean Sea.
Go back in time to Ancient Greece as you explore Athens' famous Acropolis and learn about Greek Mythology by visiting the Temple of Zeus. Then, sail to the mesmerising island of Santorini, where you will take in the breathtaking views of the white-washed houses overlooking the azure sea below.
Drive along Crete's breathtaking coastline and long-stretching beaches and get lost amidst cobbled streets and medieval castles in Rhodes.
This tour is a wonderful mixture of guided tours, discovering places on your own, ferries to exotic destinations and above all, relaxation.Discover the very best of the Greek Islands on this fourteen-day trip to Greece around the glittering treasures of the Aegean Sea.
Go back in time to Ancient Greece as you explore Athens' famous Acropolis and learn about Greek Mythology by visiting the Temple of Zeus. Then, sail to the mesmerising island of Santorini, where you will take in the breathtaking views of the white-washed houses overlooking the azure sea below.
Drive along Crete's breathtaking coastline and long-stretching beaches and get lost amidst cobbled streets and medieval castles in Rhodes.
This tour is a wonderful mixture of guided tours, discovering places on your own, ferries to exotic destinations and above all, relaxation.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Athens
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Your trip to Greece begins here! Upon arrival at the international airport in Athens, you will meet your private driver who will transfer you to your hotel in the city centre. Once you have checked in the afternoon and evening are yours to do as you please, whether you choose to relax in your hotel or venture out to the streets of Athens to do some shopping. Syntagma and Plaka in the centre of Athens have wonderful shopping and restaurants.
Accommodation
Athens Gate Hotel★4 star
Activities
AthensOptional Activity
National GardenOptional Activity
Panathenaic StadiumOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens International Airport to The Athens Gate
Destinations
Athens
Day 2
Athens Sightseeing
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After an early breakfast, you have the option to go on a full day of sightseeing around Athens. You will start the tour at the Acropolis, an ancient citadel that overlooks the city. Then you will make stops at the Temple of Zeus, Syntagma Square, the Presidential Palace and Omonia Square. After lunch, a tour bus will take you to Cape Sounion to see the beautiful Temple of Poseidon, a significant monument from the Golden Age of Athens.
Accommodation
Athens Gate Hotel★4 star
Activities
Half-Day City Tour of AthensOptional Activity
Acropolis of AthensOptional Activity
Acropolis MuseumOptional Activity
Temple of Olympian ZeusOptional Activity
Cape Sounion Half-Day Tour & Temple of PoseidonOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Decentralized Administration of Attica
Day 3
Travel from Athens to Santorini
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This morning you will catch a scenic one-hour flight from Athens to Santorini. Upon arrival at Santorini airport, a private driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. You have the rest of the day free to relax and enjoy Santorini. The majestic views from the caldera are one of the natural world's greatest wonders. Explore the main city of the island Fira, or visit Thira and Oia which are also thriving towns with a myriad of shops.
Accommodation
Dana Villas Infinity Suites★4 star
Activities
SantoriniOptional Activity
FiraOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens to Athens International Airport
Plane from Athens International Airport to Santorini Airport
Private Driver from Santorini Airport to Dana Villas-Infinity Suites
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
Thera
Regina Mare
Day 4
Discover the Ancient History in Santorini
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Today you have a free day to explore Santorini at your leisure discovering all the sights this amazing island has to offer in your own time. You may wish to stay by the pool and relax, taking in the golden Greek sunshine. You can head to the breathtaking ruins from the Minoan Period at Akrotiri. Or you can go towards the south of Santorini to admire the traditional architecture and picturesque local villages.
Accommodation
Dana Villas Infinity Suites★4 star
Activities
SantoriniOptional Activity
AkrotiriOptional Activity
Southern SantoriniOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Regina Mare
Thera
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Day 5
Scenic Santorini Island Views
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Spend another day relaxing on the incredible island of Santorini. This is another free day so how you spend your time is your choice. You can have a swim in the pool and relax at your hotel or you may wish to see a bit more of the island. For the more outdoorsy types, take a hike on the popular Caldera Trail from Fira to Oia or head to the Monastery of the Prophet Elias, the highest point of the island.
Accommodation
Dana Villas Infinity Suites★4 star
Activities
SantoriniOptional Activity
Hike the Caldera TrailOptional Activity
Monastery of the Prophet Elias
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Regina Mare
Thera
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Moni Profitou Iliou
Day 6
Travel from Santorini to Crete
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Today you will travel from Santorini to Crete, taking a two-hour ferry to your new destination. The views of Santorini in the distance from the boat are truly magical. Once you disembark on Crete, a driver will pick you up to take you to your hotel. After the trip, you are free to relax at your hotel or explore Crete at your leisure. If you go to the north of the island you'll find the beautiful town of Rethymnon, known for its tropical sandy beaches and Venetian architecture.
Accommodation
GDM Megaron Hotel★5 star
Activities
CreteOptional Activity
RethymnonOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Thera to Όρμος Αθηνιού Θήρας
Ferry from Όρμος Αθηνιού Θήρας to Crete Region
Private Driver from Thera to Crete Region
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Regina Mare
Heraklion
Agia Pelagia
Rethimno
Day 7
Explore Crete's Coastal Towns
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Your day today is free to roam this large and wonderful island. You will hire a rental car to have the freedom to discover the many amazing sights on Crete. The town of Chania is a must-see with its colourful streets and dockside walks overlooking the bay. The old town on the hill winds around its narrow streets and is the perfect place to get lost in. You can also visit the charming town of Agios Nikolaos, where you can find an abundance of eateries and a bustling nightlife.
Accommodation
GDM Megaron Hotel★5 star
Activities
ChaniaOptional Activity
Agios NikolaosOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Crete Region to Crete Region
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Heraklion
Chania
Agios Nikolaos
Day 8
Beaches and Natural Wonders in Crete
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Continue your trip to Greece enjoying another day exploring the wonders of Crete. You may choose to visit the mountains in the island's centre or find a secluded beach along the many kilometres of shoreline. There are amazing ruins to visit, natural wonders to admire or other cities to visit and enjoy. If you wish, head to the Palace of Knossos, one of the most important archaeological sites on the island.
Accommodation
GDM Megaron Hotel★5 star
Activities
CreteOptional Activity
Palace of KnossosOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Crete Region to Crete Region
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Heraklion
Agia Pelagia
Knossos
Day 9
Travel from Crete to Rhodes
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This morning you will drop off your rental car in Crete and head to the airport to catch a short one-hour flight to your next destination: Rhodes. At the airport, pick up your rental car and you will be given instructions on how to get to your hotel. You have the rest of the day free to explore Rhodes at your own pace. You can get lost amongst the winding roads of its rich valleys or wander around its medieval old town.
Accommodation
Hotel Mediterranean★4 star
Activities
RhodesOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Crete Region to Crete Region
Private Driver from Crete Region to Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis"
Plane from Chania International Airport "Ioannis Daskalogiannis" to Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" Operate by Fraport Greece
Rental Car from Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" Operate by Fraport Greece to Rhodes
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Heraklion
Greece
Rhodes
Day 10
Rhodes Castles and Beaches
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After breakfast, you are free to decide what to do with your day. You can take your hired car and drive to a secluded beach or go inland and discover any one of the many villages in the centre of the island. To the north is the town of Lindos with its remarkable castle that is well worth visiting. You may also choose to stay by the pool at your hotel and relax, maybe straying into the town to find a traditional taverna and enjoy some local wine, ouzo and mezes.
Accommodation
Hotel Mediterranean★4 star
Activities
RhodesOptional Activity
LindosOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Greece
Rhodes
Lindos
Day 11
Rhodes Medieval Town
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Your second full day on Rhodes can be a time of great adventure. Take your hired car into the centre, park and wander around the amazing Rhodes Town. Visit the old town, a walled city, with its twelve metre thick walls and maze-like streets. After wandering the old town, why not venture into the new part of town, where the restaurants and shopping are as good as anywhere in Greece.
Accommodation
Hotel Mediterranean★4 star
Activities
RhodesOptional Activity
Rhodes CityOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Greece
Rhodes
Day 12
Travel from Rhodes to Athens
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This morning you will drop off your car rental hire at the airport and catch a flight from Rhodes back to Athens. Upon arrival at the airport, a private driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day to explore Athens at your leisure. You can stroll around the colourful central market here and in the evening immerse yourself in Athens' most vibrant nightlife.
Accommodation
Athens Gate Hotel★4 star
Activities
AthensOptional Activity
Athens Central MarketOptional Activity
Athens NightlifeOptional Activity
Transportations
Rental Car from Rhodes to Rhodes
Plane from Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" Operate by Fraport Greece to Athens International Airport
Private Driver from Athens International Airport to The Athens Gate
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Greece
Athens
Day 13
Delphi City Tour
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Today you have the option to spend the day taking a guided tour in the town of Delphi, an important religious sanctuary in Greece known as the home to the famous oracle of Apollo. You will have a guided tour of the site and learn all about the history of this sacred place. You can wander around the well-preserved ruins and be transported back in time to Ancient Greece.
Accommodation
Athens Gate Hotel★4 star
Activities
Delphi Day TourOptional Activity
Delphi Archaeological SiteOptional Activity
Delphi Archaeological MuseumOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Athens
Delphi
Decentralized Administration of Thessaly and Central Greece
Day 14
End of Your Trip to Greece
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This is your last morning in Greece. All that is required of you today is to have your breakfast, check out and have your transfer driver take you to the airport so you can take your flight home. If your flight is later in the day, ensure that you have made arrangements for a late check out.
Transportations
Private Driver from The Athens Gate to Athens International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Athens
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13 nights accommodation
1 activity
13 breakfasts and 1 lunch
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
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Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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