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Greek Island Escape
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Discover the gorgeous Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini
- Explore Athens
- Opportunity to see UNESCO-listed Acropolis to admire its glorious temples, including the double gatehouse of the Propylaea
- See the Aegean Sea and savor views of the windmill-dotted island as you approach
- Experience the famous Santorini sunset
Short Description
Stand atop the Acropolis in Athens and discover the gorgeous Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini on this 8-night Greece island-hopping tour. Experience the Greek capital’s classical antiquities and highlights and soak up its relaxed culture and charms during a 2-night stay. Then, enjoy ferry and hydrofoil journeys to two of Greece’s most alluring islands — glamorous Mykonos and spectacular Santorini. Enjoy free time on each island to relax and explore before a final night in Athens.
Itinerary
Day 1&2: USA – Athens
Depart the US on a flight to Athens International Airport.
Meet your tour representative and transfer to your hotel. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the evening to relax or to start discovering the history-steeped Greek capital independently. Perhaps roam the cobbled lanes of the oldest district, Plaka, beneath the Acropolis, or browse for souvenirs on the shopping avenues of Ermou, Kolonaki or Voukourestiou.
Upgrades available: NJV Athens Plaza Hotel or similar (Standard) 3 nights
Day 3: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before a morning sightseeing tour of Athens. Learn about Athens’ long history from your guide as you see the Parliament Building and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Syntagma Square, and tick through highlights including Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium, the stage for the first modern Olympics in 1896. Ascend to the UNESCO-listed Acropolis to admire its glorious temples, including the double gatehouse of the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and spectacular Parthenon. Your tour also includes a visit to the New Acropolis Museum, home to archeological treasures discovered at the Acropolis site. Admire the statues and artifacts as you learn how the Acropolis served as the hub of Greek civilization from the 5th century BC. Afterwards, enjoy the afternoon free at leisure or join our optional tour to Cape Sounion.
Optional Tours: Cape Sounion in the afternoon $56 pp
Day 4: Athens – Mykonos
Meals: Breakfast
After an early breakfast, transfer to Athens’ port for a ferry ride to the Cyclades island of Mykonos. Relax as your ferry speeds over the Aegean Sea and savor views of the windmill-dotted island as you approach. Upon arrival check in to your Mykonos hotel for a 2-night stay. Following check in, embark on a walking tour of Mykonos, strolling along the lanes crowded with shimmering white houses, trendy boutiques and art shops. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to unwind in the sunshine.
Upgrades available: Petasos Beach Resort and Spa or similar (Standard Twin) 2 nights
Day 5: Mykonos
Meals: Breakfast
Today is free for you to enjoy on your own or visit one of the most important archaeological sites of Greece on our optional tour to the ancient sacred island of Delos.
Optional Tours: Delos Island Tour $69 pp
Day 6: Mykonos – Santorini
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast and free morning, afterwards we will transfer to Mykonos port for a hydrofoil ride to Santorini. Relax on board and drink in the views of Santorini’s breathtaking cliffs as you sail into the ‘caldera’— the ancient, sea-filled volcanic crater the island overlooks. Transfer and check in to your hotel and spend the afternoon as you please. Perhaps take your comfort to the next level and upgrade to the luxurious Majestic Hotel. Located right at the entrance of Fira, the Majestic Hotel is just a few minutes from the picturesque whitewashed capital. Stroll around Fira, admire the caldera views, or take in the famous Santorini sunset at your hotel this evening.
Upgrades available: The Majestic Hotel or similar (East View Twin/Double Room) 3 nights
Day 7: Santorini
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, experience stunning views of Santorini’s glittering caldera as you walk the path that hugs the rim of this submerged volcanic crater, with your local guide, starting in Fira and ending in Imerovigli.. Explore the island’s whitewashed settlements, stroll through the cobblestone paths, and take in the breathtaking landscapes. Here, sugar-cube houses, bars and restaurants cling to the cliffsides, offering viewpoint after viewpoint for watching the sun sink below the caldera. Free at leisure for the rest of the day or experience the famous Santorini sunset this evening on the optional Caldera Sailing Sunset tour.
Optional Tours: Caldera Sailing Tour (Sunset) $104 pp
Day 8: Santorini
Meals: Breakfast
Today heralds a day of leisure in Santorini. You may want to explore the island’s boutique wineries to discover how vines are grown in the volcanic soil; dip into Fira’s chic shops, bars and tavernas; or join the optional Caldera Sailing Day tour to experience the panoramic island views while soaking up some rays.
Optional Tours: Caldera Sailing Tour (Day) $104 pp
Day 9: Santorini – Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy the morning free at leisure until your transfer to the port to catch your ferry back to Athens or choose the option to take a quick flight back to Athens. On arrival, relax with a transfer to your hotel and enjoy the evening in Greece’s charming capital as you wish — the perfect finale to your trip.
Optional Tours:
Flight from Santorini to Athens $159 pp
Upgrade to Business Class on all 3 Ferries $59 pp
Day 10: Athens – USA
Meals: Breakfast
Today transfer to Athens International Airport and bid goodbye to Greece as you board your return flight to the US.
Availability
- Deposit Price: $ 200
- Single Supplement: $ 475
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My sister and I had booked a trip to Bali. With the growing fear and concern of Covid-19 (coronavirus) AND the recommendation from the CDC (center for disease control and prevention), we canceled our trip 17 days prior to departure date. They were completely unwilling to refund us our money and we were asked to pay a load of penalty fees. A customer service representative even recommended that we cancel before the penalty fees increased, so we did.
A few days before our original departure date, we noticed that the company had updated the cancellation policy and penalty fees due to the rising concern over Covid-19. Naturally, we contacted them and asked if they would honor these updated fees. They said no & basically told us that if we had "waited" to cancel, the updated cancellation policy and fees would have applied. Therefore, people that were booked on the same EXACT trip as us were refunded nearly ALL of their money back (IF THEY CANCELLED LAST MINUTE) but those of us who cancelled 1-2 weeks early, lost a lot of our money.
Shame on this company for PROFITING from the fear and danger of a global pandemic.
Incredibly unprofessional company
My sister and I had booked a trip to Bali. With the growing fear and concern of Covid-19 (coronavirus) AND the recommendation from the CDC (center for disease control and prevention), we canceled our trip 17 days prior to departure date. They were completely unwilling to refund us our money and we were asked to pay a load of penalty fees. A customer service representative even recommended that we cancel before the penalty fees increased, so we did.
A few days before our original departure date, we noticed that the company had updated the cancellation policy and penalty fees due to the rising concern over Covid-19. Naturally, we contacted them and asked if they would honor these updated fees. They said no & basically told us that if we had "waited" to cancel, the updated cancellation policy and fees would have applied. Therefore, people that were booked on the same EXACT trip as us were refunded nearly ALL of their money back (IF THEY CANCELLED LAST MINUTE) but those of us who cancelled 1-2 weeks early, lost a lot of our money.
Shame on this company for PROFITING from the fear and danger of a global pandemic.
Details
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Roundtrip air to/from trip start & all internal transport
Group Size
Standard Group - 25 + people
Cancellation policy
- The following fee will be assessed per person accordingly when you cancel your reservation:
- $100 120 or more days prior to departure
- $200 60 - 119 days prior to departure
- $300 30 - 59 days prior to departure
- $500 15 - 29 days prior to departure
- $1000 3 - 14 days prior to departure
- 100% of Tour fare Within 48 hours prior to departure
- Written notice of cancellation must be received by Affordable World either by mail, or email. Oral cancellation by phone will not be acceptable.
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Meals Included
8 Breakfasts
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