This three-day Greek island hopping itinerary allows you to visit some of the most beautiful islands in the Aegean Sea. This trip is ideal for those short on time but want to experience the magic of the Greek islands nonetheless.
Make your way from Athens to Santorini and embark on an incredible sunset cruise to a nearby volcanic island, where you will have a traditional dinner on a boat observing the colourful houses perched on the cliffside from afar.
Next, you'll head to Mykonos, where you can spend the day visiting the picturesque windmills in Chora or take a tour to Delos Island to see the ancient ruins in one of the most impressive archaeological sites of the Mediterranean.
Your trip will end as you make your way back to Athens after an unforgettable few days of sun-soaked fun and absorbing the best that Greek culture has to offer.This three-day Greek island hopping itinerary allows you to visit some of the most beautiful islands in the Aegean Sea. This trip is ideal for those short on time but want to experience the magic of the Greek islands nonetheless.
Make your way from Athens to Santorini and embark on an incredible sunset cruise to a nearby volcanic island, where you will have a traditional dinner on a boat observing the colourful houses perched on the cliffside from afar.
Next, you'll head to Mykonos, where you can spend the day visiting the picturesque windmills in Chora or take a tour to Delos Island to see the ancient ruins in one of the most impressive archaeological sites of the Mediterranean.
Your trip will end as you make your way back to Athens after an unforgettable few days of sun-soaked fun and absorbing the best that Greek culture has to offer.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Greek Island Hopping in Santorini
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In the morning, you will take a five-hour ferry from Athens to the sparkling island of Santorini. Once you arrive, you will be transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you have the option of exploring the island at your leisure or taking an exciting sunset cruise to a neighbouring volcanic island. Sunset over Santorini is something that no one should miss whilst on this beautiful island.
Accommodation
Rose Bay Hotel★4 star
Activities
Santorini Volcano Tour and CruiseOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Athens to Piraeus port
Ferry from Piraeus port to Thera
Private Driver from Όρμος Αθηνιού Θήρας to Thera
Destinations
Kamari
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Day 2
Santorini to Mykonos & Delos Tour
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Today, you'll take a ferry ride from Santorini to the famous island of Mykonos to continue your Greek island hopping trip. The journey takes around three hours and once you arrive you can choose to explore Mykonos at your leisure or go on a guided tour around the archaeological ruins of Delos. Here, you will learn about the history of the old city, the Temple of Apollo and visit a museum full of impressive Roman sculptures.
Accommodation
Mykonos Kosmoplaz Beach Resort Hotel★4 star
Activities
Delos Island CruiseOptional Activity
Sacred Island of DelosOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Thera to Όρμος Αθηνιού Θήρας
Ferry from Thera to Mikonos
Private Driver from Mykonos New Port to Mikonos
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Kamari
Platis Gialos
Decentralized Administration of the Aegean
Delos
Day 3
Mykonos to Athens
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On the last day of your Greek island hopping itinerary, you will make your way back to Athens. A private driver will collect you at your hotel and bring you to the port in Mykonos. Then, take a 2.5-hour ferry back to Athens where you will have your final departure.
Transportations
Private Driver from Mikonos to Mykonos New Port
Ferry from Mikonos to Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Platis Gialos
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What’s included?
2 nights accommodation
2 breakfasts
Ground transportation
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Licensed English speaking guides
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,488/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Greece in 3 days
4-star accommodation
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