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Greek Island Explorer

Greek Island Explorer

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Once you experience the glittering seas of the Aegean, you’ll spend the rest of your life talking about it. This magical destination will have you enthralled with its unforgettable blend of cuisine, culture and laid-back lifestyle. After seeing some of the world’s most famous heritage sights in Athens, you’ll spend a magical week wandering the stunning cobbled streets of Santorini and Mykonos. See the beautiful beaches, majestic coves, ancient ruins and authentic greek tavernas dotted between the olive groves. Of course, you’ll want to snap a few photos of Santorini’s famous blue roofs. But this tour is so much more than a photo op. It’s a chance to lose yourself in the culture that birthed the ideals of European civilization. Cherish every moment.

Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Athens

Let it sink in – the fact that you’re standing in what was once the centre of the western world, where the likes of Socrates, Aristotle and Plato offered their wisdom and insights which have stood the test of time. Your launch pad to a Greek island adventure begins in the capital, where you’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. There’s plenty of time to relax on the islands, so lace up your walking shoes and discover the city your way. Later, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a glimpse into what lies ahead.

Hotel: Zafolia

DAY 2 Athens sightseeing and free time

The Acropolis looms large over Athens and today you’ll get up close and personal with this ancient citadel. Your Local Specialist reveals its extraordinary history that spans thousands of years as you view the archaeological remains of temples, theatres and the mighty Parthenon, considered the most important building to survive from Classical Greece. You’ll view the Panathinaiko Olympic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch, stopping in Syntagma Square to admire the curiously clad Evzone guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The rest of the day is yours to explore Athens on your terms, but with ancient history on your mind you may wish to embark on an Optional Experience to see the 5th-century BC Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. This evening, if the sizzle of street food hasn’t already captured your attention, you may wish to join your fellow travellers for an optional traditional dinner at a favourite city taverna.

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3 Athens – Santorini

Don’t resist the urge to slow it all down as you leave the busy cityscape behind and catch a high-speed ferry to Santorini. The spectacular volcanic eruption in 1646 BC had quite the magic touch on its dramatic landscape. After checking in and an orientation tour, you’ll have some time on your own, followed by dinner at your hotel.

Hotel: Kamari Beach

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 4 Santorini free time

Don’t waste a second of your time lazing on the sun-soaked beaches of Santorini when you can ascend to its highest point for stunning views instead. This Optional Experience will reveal the iconic landscapes of the Cyclades you’ve only seen in photographs – the gleaming whitewashed buildings, cerulean blue domes and tumbling cerise bougainvillea. An alternative Optional Experience could see you board a caïque fishing boat to the volcano instead, soaking in its warm thermal waters and healing mud against the backdrop of Santorini’s enchanting cliff-top villages. This evening, there’s no better place to bid farewell to another beautiful island day than in Oia. After an optional afternoon wine tasting paired with local meze, you’ll stroll through its marble streets to our favourite sunset spot to capture the Instagram shot of the trip.

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5 Santorini free time

Indulge in another full day to explore Santorini your way. You could choose one of several Optional Experiences to fill the day or stroll through Fira’s narrow streets shopping for last-minute souvenirs, clothing and jewellery. Incredible views of the Caldera are never far as you explore the island’s ancient paths, villages and beaches on your own. Why not make the most of your final evening in Santorini, sampling the local culinary delights with uninterrupted views of the Aegean Sea? There’s always time for one last ouzo.

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6 Santorini – Mykonos

Bound for the island playground of Mykonos. All that stands between you and the sun-kissed shores of the Cyclades is a short high-speed ferry ride. After transferring to your hotel and a short orientation tour, Mykonos is yours for the taking so don’t hold back and seek out your favourite island spots for the rest of your stay. Whitewashed houses line the narrow streets and life is rather idyllic behind the colourful wooden shutters that shield the locals from the warm Mediterranean sun. Dinner tonight is included and you’ll need no excuse to stay out late, indulging in the island’s renowned nightlife.

Hotel: Alkistis

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7 Mykonos free time

Snap your fingers and you’ll be on the other side of the island. Well, almost. You could choose to spend your day exploring tiny Mykonos your way or join your fellow travellers for an optional Island Tour driving through arid landscapes to some of its most celebrated beaches. Before you dip your toes into the water, you’ll visit Ano Mera village whose 16th-century monastery is dedicated to the protectress of Mykonos. Then continue to the beautiful Blue Flag beach of Kalafatis.

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 Mykonos free time

Grab your front-row seat to the goings-on in Mykonos’s old port as you sit perched on one of the brightly painted wooden balconies characteristic of Little Venice. There’s time today to wander through the shopping streets of Chora village and see the 16th-century windmills of Kato Mili that look out over the bay. For history lovers, there’s no better way to spend your day than joining an optional visit to nearby Delos, the legendary birthplace of Apollo and his twin sister Artemis. On this captivating exploration of what was once the most important site in ancient Greece, you’ll see many artefacts that have been collected in the ruins of this sacred site. After a day of sightseeing, you’ll want to make the most of your final evening in this island playground. Seek out a taverna with beautiful views of the sunset and toast to another day in paradise with new friends.

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9 Mykonos – Athens

Leaving island life behind, it’s time to return to Athens for a final exhilarating encounter with the vibrant Greek capital. Transfer to your Athens hotel, then spend the evening in the narrow lanes of Plaka following your nose past its 19th-century façades to find the best souvlaki in town. A lively evening lies ahead if you’ve yet to have your fill of good times with good friends. Keep your toes tapping to the street music that fills the air and find a taverna with your name on it.

Hotel: Zafolia

Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10 Depart Athens

Your journey through Athens and the Greek islands reveals why ancient Greece was the chosen land for gods and goddesses, philosophers, poets and famous personalities. As you prepare for your return journey and long after you arrive home, you’ll remember the generous spirit, postcard-perfect scenery and legacy of the ancients that are among the many gifts that Greece has given you. Say farewell to your new friends at the end of your holiday.

Included Meals: Breakfast

About this trip

See 3 cities and 1 country

Departure Months

April to September

What's included

9 NIGHTS

Accommodation

11 MEALS

2 Dinners, 9 Breakfasts

ON-TRIP TRANSPORT

All transport shown

Sightseeing highlights

Enjoy an orientation of the town of Fira in Santorini with the views over the caldera

Orientation of the port and Mykonos town includes a walk along the narrow cobbled streets

The Bressenden difference

HASSLE FREE

All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.

LOCAL SPECIALIST

Sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist includes a visit to the magnificent Acropolis and views of the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch in Athens

EASY PACE

Relax with two whole days in both Santorini and Mykonos.

ALL TRANSPORTATION

High-speed ferries from Piraeus to Santorini, Santorini to Mykonos and Mykonos to Piraeus.

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