The Idyllic Cycladic Islands
11 Nights, 12 Days
Starting At
$3999 CAD per person
***Pricings are based on double occupancy***
*All package items and prices are subject to change due to provider and supplier changes and availability, unforeseen travel conditions, cancellations and culpability.
**All prices in trip specified currency with taxes included for overseas trips.
***Trip fees include all breakfast where specified and applicable, hotels & accommodations, in-country transportation, scheduled tours and activities (unless otherwise specified), local taxes but do not include flights costs to and from trip location, lunches, dinners & beverage (unless otherwise specified), other personal entrance fees & transportation, transportation to and from airport and hotels & accommodations.
Inclusions
Hotel Inclusions:
- 2 nights in Athens, Double room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Paros, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Naxos, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- 3 nights in Santorini, Double Room at 3* hotel, Wi-Fi
- All breakfasts daily
Transportation Inclusions:
- All private transfers with luxury vehicles
- Ferry tickets from Athens to Paros, from Paros to Naxos and from Naxos to Santorini
- Flight tickets from Santorini to Athens
Tour Inclusions & Other:
- Athens: Shared Mythology Tour
- Paros: Shared Island Tour
- Naxos: Shared Island Tour
- Santorini: Shared Island tour
- All taxes & VAT
- 24/07 support
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens
Upon arrival at Athens airport, your private transfer will meet you and escort you to your luxurious accommodations in the heart of the city to relax and recover from your voyage. Rest of the day will be at your leisure to enjoy the comforts of Athens. There is a lot to do and see in Athens as the ancient center is easy to get around and very assessable.
DAY 2: Athens
Join our Athens Mythological tour & get to the heart of the ancient world by exploring Athens’ landmark sites through timeless myths. Uncover fascinating stories from ancient Greek mythology, decode their meaning and the real-life events hidden behind them! After breakfast, you will be met by your guide, who will take you on a walking tour of the Athens highlights such as the Acropolis (The Parthenon, theater of Dionysus, Temple of Athena Nike, Temple of Erechtheion, and the Sanctuary of Asclepius), Olympian Zeus’ temple, the Ancient Agora and the temple of Hephaestus. Alongside an entertaining guide, visit major landmarks and listen to the captivating myths that surround each stop. Hear tales that combine myth, legend and historical fact; and gain valuable insight into the culture of modern and ancient Greece on this educational tour.
DAY 3: Athens to Paros
Transfer to the port of Piraeus in order to board your
ferry to Paros. For ferry travel to the islands, it is recommended to be in the port approximately 30 minutes before departure. The ferry takes approximately 4 hours, enjoy the amazing views across the Aegean! Our driver will wait for you outside the ferry with a sign with your name and will transfer you to your hotel. You have the rest of the day at your leisure to discover Paros. It features whitewashed and flowered little houses and tiny whitewashed churches and chapels, surrounded by labyrinth-like narrow, stone paved streets.
DAY 4: Paros
Today step into an air-conditioned deluxe vehicle and start the exploration of the island. First stop, Paroikia, the capital of Paros, with a well-preserved 13th century Venetian castle and the 6th century church of Panayia Ekatontapyliani. There you will have also some free time to walk among Paroikia’s streets that has traditional Greek architecture, where you can buy local products and souvenirs. Then continue to Lefkes; the ancient capital of the island and one of the loveliest villages on Paros, before heading to smaller villages of the island such as Piso Livadi, a small fisherman village.
DAY 5: Paros
You will have day at leisure to explore the town or to enjoy your hotel facilities .
Don’t miss…
Naoussa, one of the most famous villages of Cyclades islands chain. Only 11 km away, Naoussa is the second largest village on the island after the capital Parikia. As Naoussa over the decades has been the popular destination for many due to its idyllic beaches such as Piperi and Monstriri, Naoussa has retained its traditional attitude and quiet lifestyle. With classic Cycladic architecture, shops, churches and in general almost all buildings of the village, have made Naoussa the ornament not only of Paros but also of Cyclades.
DAY 6: Paros to Naxos
After breakfast transfer to the port of Paros, board the ferry to Naxos and enjoy a short ferry transfer. Once in Naxos, our driver will transfer you to your hotel for check-in. In the evening enjoy time at leisure and discover the unique charm of Naxos Town. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the narrow streets of the Coast and Old Town, and bring to life the myths and tales of gods and heroes through enchanting storytelling. Explore the winding backstreets of the Old Town through the labyrinth of narrow passages while delving into Naxos’ past.
DAY 7: Naxos
After breakfast you are invited to join an exciting island tour of the villages of Naxos, which will stimulate all five senses. Discover the tapestry of local customs and traditions which brings the spirit of Naxos to life. Together, with your expert guide, you will explore the island’s local culture, from village to village, meet people, taste traditional products and experience the sights and sounds of nature while unravelling the rich history of Naxos.
DAY 8: Naxos
After breakfast you will have the whole day at leisure to
explore the town or to enjoy your hotel facilities.
Don’t miss…
The medieval Venetian Castle to be found in the old city section of the capital. The island has a large number of beaches, such as those at Agia Anna, Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios, Alyko, Kastraki, Mikri Vigla, Plaka, most of which are relatively near the capital. The main villages are Apiranthos, Filoti, Glinado, Koronos and Vivlos (also called Tripodes). Each of the villages mentioned has an individual charm, associated with its building types, views, festivities and activities. The view from Apiranthos, for example, is a real stunner! The Temple of Demeter is located near the village of Sangri, 10 km away from Naxos Town. This magnificent temple has been made exclusively of the finest quality Naxos marble and dates back to the 6th century BC. As Demeter was the ancient goddess of agriculture, people used to build temples dedicated to her on fertile land, such as that of Sangri.
DAY 9: Naxos to Santorini
Your private car will transfer you to Naxos port to catch your ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure to enjoy the astounding view from Imerovigli village, to explore the famous Blue Dome of Firostefani and to end at the most famous village of Santorini, the village of Oia while walking by the alleys of the village and later on watching the most beautiful sunset of Greece.
DAY 10: Santorini
After breakfast you’ll join the Santorini Highlights Tour, an all day pure Santorini experience that you can’t miss! Discover Pyrgos Kallistis Medieval Village and have a 360 panoramic photoshoot at the mountain of Prophet Elias. Stop at a winery and taste the amazing local wines. Print in your memory the famous Blue Dome of Firostefani and enjoy the beauty of the black beach at Perissa Perivolos while having lunch nearby the sea waves. Finally explore the village of Oia, while walking by the alleys of the village and later on watching the most beautiful sunset of Greece.
DAY 11: Santorini
Today is your day of leisure to explore the volcanic grandeur of Santorini. Santorini is the site of one of the largest volcano eruptions in recorded history. About 3,600 years ago the volcano erupted, causing an enormous tsunami which hit the island of Crete, leading to the eventual downfall of the Minoan civilization. Now, Santorini is a waterfilled crescent, the remains of this ancient volcano. The towns of Oia, Fira, and Imerovigli are all perched along the rim of the caldera. There are more churches than houses on the island, although most of these are very small and private. Wine is a major industry here. The hot, dry climate is perfect for growing grapes, and if you like to visit wineries and go wine tasting, you’ll love Santorini. By the way, the vines are grown in coils on the ground, rather than on a trellis like you typically see in many other vineyards around the world. This is done because it’s very windy on Santorini.
Don’t miss…
The sunset from Oia or Imerovigli, walk out to Skaros Rock below Imerovigli, wine tasting, hike from Fira to Oia, visit the archaeological site or Akrotiri and Ancient Thera, and the red, white and black beaches.
DAY 12: Santorini Departure
Private transfer to Santorini airport, a flight to Athens and a short wait time for your return flight home. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you in Greece again!
