Step into the splendor of Glorious Greece!

Step into the splendor of Glorious Greece!

Greece Trip Lace up your shoes, pack your sunscreens and hold your cowboy hats, because 6N/7D Greece Tour will take you to the most sand-sational beaches of Greece along with the raw and rollicking heart of Athens where ancients myths and modern influences combine. Immune yourself into the wild and child Mykonos and, and sail into Mediterranean waters, fancy yourself at the majestic ruins. And get yourself pampered in the Instagrammable streets of Santorini.

ITINERARY DETAIL

Trip Highlights

• Choose an optional tour and marvel at the wonders of the classical era, including the new Acropolis museum and much more
• Come aboard and take in the stunning Mykonian sunset! Set sail for a spectacular view of Mykonos
• Take an optional tour and enjoy the Volcano trip, as well as a visit to the hot springs and soaking in the hot springs
• Take in the mesmerizing sunsets and renownedly dramatic views of Santorini

What’s included in this trip

· 2-night accommodation in Athens

· 2 nights’ accommodation in Santorini

· 2 nights’ accommodation in Mykonos

· Daily Breakfast

· Airport Transfers

· Ferry tickets in economy class, including port taxes, handling fees, and delivery in Athens

· Piraeus-Mykonos-Santorini by ferries

What’s not included in this trip

· Any optional tours

· Any airfare

· Any meals / drinks / beverages

· Visa

· Tipping for guide, driver, and hotel staff

· Beverages with meals

· Traveler medical baggage insurance

· Night supplements for taxi transfers (on request)

· Volcano entrance fee euro 2.5pp

· Anything not mentioned in inclusions

· City tax is not included and is payable directly to the hotel

Day 1 – Athens – Arrival (ATH)

Upon arrival at Athens Airport meet with our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Athens

Day 2 – Optional Tour – Athens City

Breakfast is at the hotel.

Optional Athens City Tour at an additional cost.

Today you may take the Optional tour to enjoy the Athens city, which will give you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop).

Continue and pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex-Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

On the Acropolis, visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis Museum. After that, return to the hotel. Free afternoon.

Overnight: Athens

Meal: Breakfast

Day 3 – Athens - Mykonos

Breakfast in the hotel. Early in the morning you will be transferred to Piraeus port. Embarkation on your ferry and sail off to Mykonos Island. Upon arrival in Mykonos transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Mykonos

Meal: Breakfast

Day 4 – Mykonos

Breakfast in the hotel. Take the day free at leisure in some of the many cosmopolitan sandy beaches of the island, shopping or discovering the famous for its white washed houses and vivid night life, Mykonos Town. Optional choice to explore the island of Mykonos or visit the nearby islands of Tinos and Delos with one of the plenty tours provided.

Overnight: Mykonos

Meal: Breakfast

Day 5 – Mykonos - Santorini

Breakfast in the hotel. Check out and transfer to Mykonos port. Ferry embarkation and sail off to Santorini Island. Upon arrival in Santorini transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Santorini

Meal: Breakfast

Day 6 – Optional Tour – (Sunset on Board) Santorini Volcano Cruise

Breakfast is at hotel.

Optional tour of Santorini Volcano Cruise at an additional cost.

Today you may take the Optional excursion. Start from the main port of Santorini Athinios port. The bus will pick you up from the nearest pick up point close to your location where the guides will guide you to the boats. The tour will start at 10:15. First destination will be the famous volcano of Santorini! After 20 minutes sailing, we will reach NeaKameni’s jetty.

If you are interested to be guided to the volcano, you need to pay the required entrance fee. You will stay at the volcanic island for 1.5 hr and in the end you will embark again on the boat for the next stop. Our next stop will be the island of PaleaKameni where the famous hot springs are located on the west side. We will stop there for 30 min at a distance of 30 meters from the shallow waters of Agios Nicholaos’ beach.

Next stop is the island of Thirassia. Thirassia is a miniature of what Santorini used to be several years ago. Today is a virgin island, still untouched by tourism and modern lifestyle.

We will stay there for 2 hours, to explore this picturesque and traditional village as well as to taste the authentic Santorinian cuisine. In the end of our tour, the disembarkation will be in the magical port of Oia. From there, you can either climb the 200 landings of the port or by using the local donkeys and pay the fee. After reaching the top of the village, you will have the chance to explore the unique alleys, discover its rich market as well as to enjoy the most breathtaking sunset of your life! After the sunset, you will head for the spot that our buses will be waiting you to take you back to your place.

Overnight: Santorini

Meal: Breakfast

Day 7 – Santorini – Departure (JTR)

Breakfast in the hotel. Check out and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

End of trip.

Meal: Breakfast

FREQUENTLY ASK QUESTIONS (FAQ)

1. Do U.S. citizens need a visa and a passport to travel? Any other ID or documents needed to travel from the USA besides a passport?

Yes, the passport is always required to travel for US Citizens. Apart from Passport & Visa no other ID is required.

2. What type of Visa is required to travel?

You require a tourist visa to travel.

3. Can additional nights be purchased?

Yes, additional nights can be purchased. Pre or Post tour.

4. When is the best time to visit Greece?

The best time to visit Greece is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild, and the tourist crowds are fewer.

5. What currency is used in Greece, and how can I exchange money?

The currency used in Greece is the Euro (EUR).

6. What are some lesser-known destinations or hidden gems in Greece worth exploring?

Some lesser-known destinations or hidden gems in Greece worth exploring include the island of Milos with its stunning beaches and rock formations, the traditional village of Nymfaio in northern Greece, and the Pelion Peninsula known for its lush landscapes and charming villages.

7. What are some common Greek customs and traditions?

Common Greek customs and traditions include the celebration of Easter with religious processions and feasting, the tradition of plate smashing at weddings, and the custom of offering guests food and drinks as a sign of hospitality.

8. What are the popular Greek dishes and delicacies?

Popular Greek dishes and delicacies include moussaka, souvlaki, gyros, Greek salad, tzatziki, spanakopita (spinach pie), and baklava.

9. What are the entry requirements for Greece?

Travelers visiting Greece are no longer required to fill out the Passenger Locator Form (PLF).

Additionally, for as long as the epidemiological data allow so, all travellers arriving in Greece, regardless of their country of origin, are no longer required to display a valid certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19, or evidence of a negative test result from SARS-CoV-2 infection (PCR or Rapid Antigen test).

However, a simplified PLF remains in operation, the completion of which is OPTIONAL, for the sole purpose of enabling the traveler / family to issue an EU Certificate of negative or positive COVID-19 test result.

Travelers, who decide to fill out the simplified form, will receive the PLF with their unique Quick Response (QR) code via email (the QR code will be provided in a link in the email).

The PLF can also be found on the Visit Greece app and at travel.gov.gr. It is strongly recommended that all visitors download the Visit Greece app (GDPR compliant) for free, prior to their arrival in Greece.

10. What outdoor activities can tourists enjoy in Greece?

Tourists visiting Greece can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking in the mountains of mainland Greece or on the islands, exploring ancient ruins and archaeological sites, swimming and sunbathing on the numerous beaches, sailing or yachting around the Greek islands, snorkeling or diving to discover underwater treasures, and indulging in water sports like windsurfing, kiteboarding, and sea kayaking. Additionally, Greece offers opportunities for ecotourism, birdwatching, and exploring its diverse natural landscapes.