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This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
A dreamy Greek experience along the The Aegean Sea, discovering the fantastic Greek Cyclades Islands. Start from the capital of the civilization; Athens, and from here, via Ferry/Hydrofoil visit many of these islands; very popular holiday destinations, known for their beaches, ancient sites, rugged landscapes and traditional blue-and-white stucco towns overlooking the sea. Great examples of these destinations are: Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, and very famous Santorini. Finish this trip with a last stay again in Athens, before heading back home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
This 13 night sample itinerary includes:
Flight into and out of Athens
Hotel for 2 nights in Athens
Ferry from Athens to Mykonos
Hotel for 3 nights in Mykonos
Ferry from Mykonos to Paros
Hotel for 2 nights in Paros
Ferry from Paros to Paros to Naxos
Hotel for 2 nights in Naxos
Ferry from Naxos to Santorini
Hotel for 2 nights in Santorini
Ferry from Santorini to Athens
Hotel for 1 night in Athens
Ferries/hydrofoils for the Islands do not operate in off seasons (autumn and winter) due to weather conditions
Athens (213)Paros Island (14)Mykonos Island (59)Santorini Island (73)Naxos Island (11)
Trip Summary
2 nights in Athens
Athens captures the heart of its visitors. It`s the capital city, vibrant in nature, exciting and exasperating, worldly and chic, a city that attacks the senses. It boasts art, culture, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods, exceptional food, lively people and glorious ancient gems such as the Acropolis and the iconic Parthenon. This city has a lot to offer and we promise you, it won`t disappoint.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian`s Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more!
3 nights in Mykonos Island
A whitewashed paradise in the heart of the Cyclades, famous for its sophisticated nightlife and gorgeous beaches with stunning natural beauties, picturesque villages, plus the historic treasures of nearby Delos. It is a place where celebrities, college students and families mingle together to celebrate the Greek summer. Mykonos is a top European summer destination, offering magnificent beaches and scuba diving centers. The nightlife is an essential Mykonian attraction, made of famous clubs and taverns, like the beach bars of Paradise and Paranga.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
The fantastic beaches on the south, the sunset from Little Venice, the view from the windmills and a night out in Mykonos Town.
2 nights in Paros Island
As a central island among the Cyclades, Paros is a stop for all the ferries traveling to Santorini or Naxos. Paros itself offers nice places to the tourists: beaches and excellent scuba diving, windsurfing and horse riding opportunities. Parikia is the main town of Paros, where you can admire the remarkable Church of Ekatontapliani and the nearby Butterfly Valley. Charming towns and villages deserve to be seen; the old fishing village of Naoussa is a top destination, hosting a Venetian castle.
Recommended Stay:
At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Monastery of Panagia Ekatontapiliani; The Frankish Castle; Museum of Byzantine Art; The Venetian Fortress of Naoussa; Monastery of Jesus of the Woods; Valley of Butterflies; Charming villages such as Parikia, Naoussa and Lefkes and beautiful beaches.
2 nights in Naxos Island
The largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos is also the most fertile, growing olives, potatoes and citrus fruit on its hills. The capital is Naxos Town (Chora), on the northwest coast, with an endearing old town of meandering alleys and stairways.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Portara, Old Town, Kastro, The Beaches, Kouros of Apollonas, Mount Zas, Panagia Drosiani Church, Venetian Museum, Kouroi of Flerio, and so much more!
3 nights in Santorini Island
Santorini is considered to be the most sought after place for a romantic getaway in Greece, since there are not many places in the world where you can enjoy exquisitely clear waters while perched on the rim of a massive active volcano in the middle of the sea! Fira, the picturesque capital of the island, is perched high up on the edge of the Caldera, looking like a marvelous painting. Some of the villages are cosmopolitan some more peaceful; they are surrounded by vast vineyards; whitewashed cliff-top towns with castles affording amazing views out over the Aegean. Soaking up the villages` distinctive traditional atmosphere is a very rewarding experience.
Recommended Stay:
At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Fira, Oia, Immerovigli and other charming villages, Beaches, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Monasteries and Churches, Caldera, and much more.
1 nights in Athens
Athens captures the heart of its visitors. It`s the capital city, vibrant in nature, exciting and exasperating, worldly and chic, a city that attacks the senses. It boasts art, culture, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods, exceptional food, lively people and glorious ancient gems such as the Acropolis and the iconic Parthenon. This city has a lot to offer and we promise you, it won`t disappoint.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian`s Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more!
<b>Greece</b> is THE land of ancient sites and architectural treasures: the Acropolis in Athens, the amphitheater of Epidaurus, the reconstructed palace at Knossos, the belly button of the cosmos at Delphi, fallen columns galore on the sacred island of Delos, and frescoed Minoan palaces on Crete. But don't expect a visit there to be a sober study of the ancient world, the Greek propensity for partying dates back to Dionysus. Then there are 1400 islands to explore. Greece is much more than what you were taught at school or the predictable summer image of glorious sunsets and sandy beaches.
Athens captures the heart of its visitors. It`s the capital city, vibrant in nature, exciting and exasperating, worldly and chic, a city that attacks the senses. It boasts art, culture, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods, exceptional food, lively people and glorious ancient gems such as the Acropolis and the iconic Parthenon. This city has a lot to offer and we promise you, it won`t disappoint.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian`s Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more!
A whitewashed paradise in the heart of the Cyclades, famous for its sophisticated nightlife and gorgeous beaches with stunning natural beauties, picturesque villages, plus the historic treasures of nearby Delos. It is a place where celebrities, college students and families mingle together to celebrate the Greek summer. Mykonos is a top European summer destination, offering magnificent beaches and scuba diving centers. The nightlife is an essential Mykonian attraction, made of famous clubs and taverns, like the beach bars of Paradise and Paranga.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
The fantastic beaches on the south, the sunset from Little Venice, the view from the windmills and a night out in Mykonos Town.
As a central island among the Cyclades, Paros is a stop for all the ferries traveling to Santorini or Naxos. Paros itself offers nice places to the tourists: beaches and excellent scuba diving, windsurfing and horse riding opportunities. Parikia is the main town of Paros, where you can admire the remarkable Church of Ekatontapliani and the nearby Butterfly Valley. Charming towns and villages deserve to be seen; the old fishing village of Naoussa is a top destination, hosting a Venetian castle.
Recommended Stay:
At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Monastery of Panagia Ekatontapiliani; The Frankish Castle; Museum of Byzantine Art; The Venetian Fortress of Naoussa; Monastery of Jesus of the Woods; Valley of Butterflies; Charming villages such as Parikia, Naoussa and Lefkes and beautiful beaches.
The largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos is also the most fertile, growing olives, potatoes and citrus fruit on its hills. The capital is Naxos Town (Chora), on the northwest coast, with an endearing old town of meandering alleys and stairways.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Portara, Old Town, Kastro, The Beaches, Kouros of Apollonas, Mount Zas, Panagia Drosiani Church, Venetian Museum, Kouroi of Flerio, and so much more!
Santorini is considered to be the most sought after place for a romantic getaway in Greece, since there are not many places in the world where you can enjoy exquisitely clear waters while perched on the rim of a massive active volcano in the middle of the sea! Fira, the picturesque capital of the island, is perched high up on the edge of the Caldera, looking like a marvelous painting. Some of the villages are cosmopolitan some more peaceful; they are surrounded by vast vineyards; whitewashed cliff-top towns with castles affording amazing views out over the Aegean. Soaking up the villages` distinctive traditional atmosphere is a very rewarding experience.
Recommended Stay:
At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Fira, Oia, Immerovigli and other charming villages, Beaches, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Monasteries and Churches, Caldera, and much more.
Athens captures the heart of its visitors. It`s the capital city, vibrant in nature, exciting and exasperating, worldly and chic, a city that attacks the senses. It boasts art, culture, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods, exceptional food, lively people and glorious ancient gems such as the Acropolis and the iconic Parthenon. This city has a lot to offer and we promise you, it won`t disappoint.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian`s Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more!
