Athens, Mykonos & Santorini - 8 days
Athens, Mykonos & Santorini - 8 days
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Athens, Mykonos & Santorini - 8 days
8 Days Starting in 37.983917,23.729360 and ending in 37.983734,23.729360
Visiting: Athens, Central market of Athens, Psyri, Academy of Athens, Hadrian's Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Mykonos, Thera, Santorini caldera, Nea Kameni Hot Springs Inlet, Volcano of Santorini, Therasia, Όρμος Αμμούδι, Village Super Market, Aegean Sea
Tour operator:
Tour code:
162
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 51
Physical rating:
Medium, All Ages / Not applicable
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Combine a Greek island adventure with fascinating ancient history! Discover incredible ancient sites on an Athens tour. Visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Hadrian’s Arch and much more. Then it’s time to relax under the Greek sun! Head from Athens to Mykonos to explore stunning beaches and picturesque villages home to historic windmills and churches. After three days, travel from Mykonos to Santorini. Savour Santorini’s famous whitewashed towns, panoramic sunsets and stunning coastline! It’s the ultimate Grecian holiday!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Athens
Location: Athens, Central market of Athens, Psyri
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, travel to the hotel and meet with an Expat Explore representative for check-in. Please note: airport transfers are available at an additional cost. If you arrive early enough, why not immerse yourself in the everyday buzz of Athens? The Tour of Athens: Hidden Gems optional excursion is an excellent way to experience the city this evening. This optional walking tour visits the Central Market of Athens and the Psiri neighbourhood, followed by dinner in a local taverna with live Greek music! Exploring at your own leisure? Athens at night time is a treat! Tourist shops and tavernas are open late and beg to be discovered. Tomorrow you will meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers.
Day 2: Athens City Tour - Mykonos
Location: Athens, Academy of Athens, Hadrian's Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Acropolis, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers this morning, and embark on a city tour with an expert local guide. See top attractions like the Academy, National Library, Greek parliament, Panathinaikos marble stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, and the temple of Olympian Zeus. After the tour you will have the option to join a guided tour of the Acropolis site. During this optional excursion you will continue on foot to the sacred rock of Acropolis, visiting the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the temple of Athena Nike and the Parthenon. After the tour, walk along Apostolou Pavlou street towards the Plaka neighbourhood for an included lunch at a local restaurant. Later on, transfer to the port to catch the local ferry to Mykonos. Upon arrival in Mykonos, settle in at your hotel room and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Day 3: Mykonos - Free Day
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day at leisure to explore the magnificent island of Mykonos with its unique sandy beaches on your own.
Day 4: Mykonos - Free Day
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day at leisure to soak up some sun, explore the bustling town of Mykonos or enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Alternatively, follow our suggested optional excursion to ancient Delos.
Day 5: Mykonos - Santorini
Location: Mykonos, Thera
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the morning at leisure until it is time to transfer to the port to catch the local ferry to Santorini. Arrive in Santorini and transfer to our hotel, then spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6: Santorini - Free Day
Location: Thera
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The day is yours to explore this incredible island on your own, however you wish.
Day 7: Santorini - Free Day
Location: Thera, Santorini caldera, Nea Kameni Hot Springs Inlet, Volcano of Santorini, Therasia, Όρμος Αμμούδι, Village Super Market, Aegean Sea
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day at leisure for you to explore this unique island. Alternatively, you can follow our optional boat excursion to the caldera islands. We will visit the volcano, the hot springs, little Thirassia island and we will end at Amoudi bay, the little port of Oia. We will climb up to Oia village and admire one of the best sunsets in the Aegean. Later, we will be transferred back to our hotel.
Day 8: Santorini - Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early in the morning, we will be transferred to the airport of Santorini to catch a local flight back to Athens. Our tour ends in Athens early afternoon.
What's Included
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7 nights 2 and 3-star hotel accommodation in twin-share rooms.
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7 breakfasts, 1 lunch.
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Transportation by ferries between the Greek islands.
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Ferry ticket Athens-Mykonos and Mykonos-Santorini.
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Internal flight ticket Santorini-Athens.
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Accommodation
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
What's Not Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Country Entry Visas
Optional Extras
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South Coast Boat Trip
Cruise along the stunning south coast of Mykonos on a traditional Greek Kaiki boat. Stopover at Frangias beach for swimming and snorkelling, and enjoy a Greek beach picnic. Next up is Kalafatis. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant by the sea and explore the town. Complete the afternoon with visits to Paradise Beach and Plati Yolos Beach. Finish off the tour at Ornos beach.
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Rhenia & Delos cruise
Set sail on the crystal clear waters surrounding the picturesque Cycladic islands! In the morning, visit the serene, untouched Rhenia island. Enjoy refreshments on board, go swimming, relax on the beach or stroll around the island. Lunch is served on board and features an array of delectable Greek dishes. Later, explore Delos island and its archaeological site full of many ancient treasures. If you would prefer more swimming and relaxation time, you will have the option of visiting another nearby beach. Marvel at the ocean views on the way back to Mykonos!
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Caldera Islands
A must-do excursion that will take you to the little islands of the Caldera to explore the volcano and hot springs, and to the island of Thirassia. First we'll embark on a traditional sailing boat for the famous volcano. Climbing up to the top of the crater you will learn its history and explore the six craters. Next stop will be at the hot springs, where a cool mud bath is a welcome relief after the hot volcano. Next stop will be on Thirassia Island where you'll have free time to take in the sights and sounds of the traditional village of Manolios and the Greek way of life. Includes all transport and guiding provided by a local partner.
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Santorini Highlights
Enjoy a full-day tour of Santorini's highlights! Start off with a visit to the island’s unique red and black sand beaches. Next, see the pre-historic city of Akrotiri which was frozen in time after being preserved thousands of years ago following a volcanic eruption. Afterwards, it’s time for a visit to a local winery - get ready for a taste of Santorini’s world-famous wines! Finally, travel north to Oia where you’ll enjoy a walking tour of one of Santorini's most famous and picturesque villages. Take in the beautiful sunset views before travelling back to the hotel.
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Acropolis Guided Tour
Join your tour leader and expert local guide on an unmissable tour of the sacred rock of the Acropolis. We have skip-the-line access, and will visit the Propylaea, the Erechtheion, the temple of Athena Nike and the Parthenon. You will then have some free time on the top of the Acropolis to enjoy the views and take your photos.
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The sacred island of Delos
Visit the island of Delos, one of the most important historical and archaeological sites in all of ancient Greece. Linked to many important Greek myths, this is a fascinating place to visit and an excursion not to be missed! Delos was the center of the Cyclades of the ancient world, the island of light, birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, and home of the first multicultural civilisation. The island has been inhabited since 2500 B.C. and boasts many treasures remaining from the ancient times, such as the ancient Agora (market place), the terrace of the Naxos lions, the holy lake, the ancient living quarters, and the theatre. Other important sites to experience are the Temple of Isis, the Egyptian goddess, the Roman water system and cisterns and the wonderful museum with exhibits a range of breathtaking mosaics, statues and many more objects found during the excavations. Includes all transport, and entrance fee to Delos accompanied by an English-speaking guide.
Check out our Q&As
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.
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Children on tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc
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