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Athens & the Greek Isles
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Athens & the Greek Isles

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In Greece, the past is never far away, and neither is the sea. This journey pairs the grandeur of its ancient capital with the golden sun and salt air of the Cyclades.

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Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

Birthplace of democracy, myth, and the Mediterranean table, Greece is a destination of rare and lasting allure. This journey celebrates its storied heritage and sun-drenched coastline, from hallowed monuments that shaped Western civilization to Aegean islands of whitewashed villages and dazzling blue water.

Ancient wonders and unhurried moments share equal billing here. Ascend the Acropolis with a guide, taste your way through a local market, and picnic on a secluded beach before spending a day on the water by private boat. A vineyard visit and a caldera sail, with leisurely dips in the sea and a table set on board, add a sense of ease to this idyllic voyage.

The Itinerary

Welcome to Greece, Athens, Greece
Day 1

Welcome to Greece

Athens, Greece

Settle into Athens and let the city set the tempo. Stroll the winding lanes of Plaka, or trace the path around the Acropolis, where one ancient site follows another. As evening arrives, your ABTC advisor will point you to must-visit restaurants and cafés tailored to you.

Stay  Electra Palace Athens
Athens Through Time, Athens, Greece
Day 2

Athens Through Time

Athens, Greece

Climb the Acropolis with a licensed guide, passing through its grand entrance to the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Nike. Afterward, explore the Varvakios Market, where you'll taste local favorites among stalls of fish, olives, herbs and spices, and see where locals shop and eat.

Stay  Electra Palace Athens Meals  Breakfast
Island Time in Mykonos, Mykonos, Greece
Day 3

Island Time in Mykonos

Mykonos, Greece

Fly to Mykonos and settle into island time with an afternoon by the pool or on the beach. As evening arrives, stroll the stone lanes of town, past the colorful houses of Little Venice, to the island's famous windmills.

Stay  Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort Meals  Breakfast
Mykonos Hidden Gems, Mykonos, Greece
Day 4

Mykonos Hidden Gems

Mykonos, Greece

Hike along old donkey paths across the quiet north side of the island to a remote beach. After a swim, enjoy a picnic of local foods set up in the shade of a beach tent.

Stay  Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort Meals  Breakfast, Lunch
Free Day in Mykonos, Mykonos, Greece
Day 5

Free Day in Mykonos

Mykonos, Greece

Enjoy a free day in Mykonos with nothing on the schedule. Spend it relaxing by the pool or discovering the island's beaches, whichever suits your mood.

Stay  Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort Meals  Breakfast
Aegean Sea by Private Boat, Mykonos, Greece
Day 6

Aegean Sea by Private Boat

Mykonos, Greece

Spend the day on a private boat, with the route chosen based on the sea. Cruise to Dragonisi, an uninhabited island where monk seals shelter in the sea caves, or visit Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, before swimming and snorkeling off the beaches of nearby Rhenia.

Stay  Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort Meals  Breakfast
Island Hop to Santorini, Santorini, Greece
Day 7

Island Hop to Santorini

Santorini, Greece

Cross the Aegean by ferry to Santorini, then ease into island life at your seaside hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, or set out for Oia and its famous views.

Stay  Santorini Secret Suites & Spa Meals  Breakfast
Villages, Wine & Ancient Ruins, Santorini, Greece
Day 8

Villages, Wine & Ancient Ruins

Santorini, Greece

See a quieter side of Santorini with a guide, through the countryside and narrow village streets. Stop at the black sand beach, taste wines grown in volcanic soil at a family vineyard, and explore Akrotiri, a Bronze Age town preserved under volcanic ash.

Stay  Santorini Secret Suites & Spa Meals  Breakfast
Free Day in Santorini, Santorini, Greece
Day 9

Free Day in Santorini

Santorini, Greece

Spend the day by the pool, on one of the island's volcanic beaches, or exploring a lesser known village. A private boat trip to the nearby island of Anafi can also be arranged.

Stay  Santorini Secret Suites & Spa Meals  Breakfast
Sailing the Caldera, Santorini, Greece
Day 10

Sailing the Caldera

Santorini, Greece

See Santorini from the water on a sail around the caldera, passing the old lighthouse and the island's dramatic cliffs. Swim and snorkel at the Red and White Beaches, then enjoy a traditional Greek lunch cooked on board.

Stay  Santorini Secret Suites & Spa Meals  Breakfast, Lunch
Trip Comes to an End, Santorini, Greece
Day 11

Trip Comes to an End

Santorini, Greece

After breakfast, your journey comes to a close as you transfer to the airport for your flight home by way of Athens.

Stay  Onward travel Meals  Breakfast

Where You’ll Stay

Athens, Greece

Electra Palace Athens

Mykonos, Greece

Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort

Santorini, Greece

Santorini Secret Suites & Spa

What You’ll Do

Athens, Greece

The Acropolis & Varvakios Market Tasting Tour

A licensed guide leads you through the Propylaea to the Parthenon, then on to the Varvakios Agora to taste local delicacies.

Mykonos, Greece

Rural Mykonos Hike & Private Beach Picnic

Old donkey paths across the wild north of the island lead to a remote beach, where lunch is a Cycladic picnic under a beach tent.

Mykonos, Greece

Private Island Cruise: Dragonisi or Delos & Rhenia

A private boat to the caves of Dragonisi, or to historic Delos and the beaches of Rhenia, depending on the sea.

Santorini, Greece

Caldera Sail with Swim Stops & Lunch Onboard

A day on the water inside the caldera, with stops at the Red and White Beaches and a traditional lunch cooked on board.

What’s Included

  • Private transfers throughout, plus the domestic flights and the ferry from Mykonos to Santorini
  • Five tours and boat days, with a licensed English-speaking guide at the Acropolis and a private boat from Mykonos
  • Daily breakfast, plus a beach picnic on Mykonos and lunch on board the caldera sail
  • On-call support from ABTC advisors before and throughout your trip

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Seamlessly Managed

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