Spotlight on Greece plus 7 day Greek Island Cruise (Start Athens, end Athens)
Overview
Highlights
- Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis
- See the Corinth Canal
- Guided tour of Mycenae, including the Palace of Agamemnon
- See the Acronafplion citadel at Nafplion
- See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini
- Visit the main town of Fira
- See the famous windmills
- Visit Mykonos town & see the traditional Cycladic-style houses
What's this trip about?
Details
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Activities
Popular Trips
Itinerary
Check-in to your hotel and spend the afternoon getting a sneak peak at mythical Athens, a city crammed with ancient wonders and busy with modern, urban soul. Later, meet up with your fellow travellers and Tour Rep back at the hotel. Wrap up the day on the shady slopes...
Step back in time in Europe’s oldest city to the birthplace of democracy. Get the run down on the Parthenon and the Acropolis from our expert Local Guide, as you wander around the famous columns above the city sprawl. Then we check out the first modern Olympic Stadium...
This morning our Local Guide shows off the important sites of the first Olympic Games in 776BC and gives you the run down on this sporting sanctuary. Take a seat in the impressive 45 000 seat stadium and get a look into ancient beliefs with a visit to the Temples of ...
With lush valleys and a cliff-side position on the slopes of Mt. Parnassus, Delphi is all about spine-tingling views and incredible ruins. Learn how this spectacular site was the centre of the universe for Ancient Greeks and a place of prophecy, as your Trip Manager l...
Board the ship and enjoy the facilities, great ocean views and good company as we cruise to Turkey’s largest city. While we cut through the water you’ll get to enjoy meals while getting to know everyone. Tomorrow when we arrive at Istanbul you can expect mosques, beau...
Today, we wake up in port of Istanbul! With a day here, there’s plenty of time to get a real feel for this cultural melting pot where East literally meets West. You'll get to see an incredible mix of sights in this diverse city. Why not begin with a ME Time optional ...
Today we cruise to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its simple blue and white buildings, spectacular island sunsets and breathtaking natural scenery – the result of a massive volcanic eruption centuries ago. Get filled in on Fira, dramati...
Today we set sail to the resort town of Kusadasi and shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. This gorgeous city, which sits beside the Guvercin Ada peninsula, thrives over the summer. You’ll get to rummage through the Grand Bazaar and go local bargaining for leather good...
Today we dock on the shores of Crete, the largest of the Greek Islands, where we’ll spend our time exploring the capital, Heraklion. A city filled with monuments and buildings from the Venetian, Ottoman and Modern Era’s, as well as memorials and scars from the WW2 bat...
Get set to island-hop your way to heaven starting with a visit to Rhodes, regarded as one of the most beautiful & popular Greek Islands. You'll get the option to explore this fortified medieval town, witness amazing sea views & pristine clean beaches. Later we...
First, we stop off at the relaxed kidney shaped Chios. This pretty island might be small but it has a large amount of history that goes back to at least the Neolithic era (beginning at 10,200 BC). We then prepare to spend the evening on Aegean’s party paradise, Mykono...
Disembark after breakfast and transfer into central Athens where the trip ends once you arrive.
Want a tailor-made trip instead?
Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:
- You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
- Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Dates & Availability
Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Contiki.
The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
Contiki Reviews & Ratings
Other Contiki Reviews
Trusted Customer
Apr 2024
Vienna to Rome Trail
Amazing trip! So many fantastic add ons as well.
Trusted Customer
Apr 2024
Anonymous
Booking the trip was easy. Would be nice to advertise more c...
Luke Berry
Apr 2024
Anonymous
From the get go, Contiki were great. Communication was qu...
Travelers also viewed
Tour Operator
We’re firm believers that life’s greatest experiences are made better by the people you share them with. That’s why Contiki invented group travel for young people in 1962 and we’ve spent the past 53 years perfecting it. You’ll explore amazing destinations with a group of 18-35 year olds from around the world who share your passion for adventure, good times and creating memories that define what it is to be young, wild and free.
No two travellers are the same and we know that, which is why we offer eight unique ways to explore the world. We have a number of options to choose from to create a vacation that’s perfect for you, from budget to accommodation style.
We're all about exploring the world with like-minded people, which is why we only run trips for 18-35 year olds, to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. You can expect to join a group of 18-53 awesome people from around the world on our Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand trips, and in Asia and Latin America it's all about small group adventures with up to 25 travellers. Don't worry if you're not traveling as a couple or with a friend from home – though there are plenty of pairs, 50% of our travellers set off solo, meaning you'll have a ton of opportunities to make new friends.
With over 270 trips around the world and plenty of departure dates to work into your schedule, you'll never be short of options on where to go for your next great adventure.
About the company:
Contiki are the world leaders in social youth travel. We’ve been providing amazing travel experiences for young travellers, from 18-35 years old, since 1962. Imagine how good you would be at something if you had been doing it for more than 60 years?
Everything about Contiki is deeply rooted in our core values ‘Make Every Moment Count’ and ‘We’re about people’. We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the walk and live by our brand philosophy of ‘Travel.Together.’ which means to travel with one another, the destinations we visit, the cultures we enjoy and the environment, too.
Associations
About Travelstride
Find your perfect trip
Save time
Save money
Travel confidently
Logistics
- 27 Meals: 11B, 7L & 9D
Become a member
- Save up to $700 per person
- Access members-only specials
- Personalize trip recommendations
