Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete & Rhodes (4-star)

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Tour Athens with a local guide & then island-hop, This Greek vacation package exposes you to Greece's historical capital, Athens - as well as four equally beautiful and unique islands - Mykonos, Santorini, Crete and Rhodes!

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Enjoy the beautiful beaches and stunning scenery on the islands of Mykonos and Santorini.
    • With accommodations and inter-island transportation taken care of, you'll have no choice but to relax and enjoy Greece!
    • Tour the ancient metropolis of Athens with a local guide.
    • Comfortable accommodations throughout this Greek getaway.
    • Witness how 2,400 years of culture and history have left their mark on the stunning medieval island of Rhodes

What's this trip about?

    Tour Athens with a local guide & then island-hop, This Greek vacation package exposes you to Greece's historical capital, Athens - as well as four equally beautiful and unique islands - Mykonos, Santorini, Crete and Rhodes!

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityAthens
End CityAthens

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece

Attractions

  • Acropolis
  • Crete
  • Mykonos
  • Rhodes
  • Santorini

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Athens
    • 2 nights in Athens at the Hotel Athens Electra, or similar
    • 3 nights in Mykonos at the Hotel Kamari, or similar
    • 3 nights in Santorini at the Hotel El Greco, or similar
    • 3 nights in Crete at the Hotel Silva Beach, or similar
    • 2 nights in Rhodes at the Hotel Mediterranean, or similar
    • 1 night in Athens at the Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel, or similar
    • Daily breakfast
    • All transfers in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete & Rhodes per itinerary
    • Athens sightseeing tour with entrance to Acropolis site and Acropolis Museum
    • High-speed ferries between Piraeus-Mykonos-Santorini-Heraklion/Crete (economy class)
    • Air tickets from Heraklion (Crete) to Rhodes, and Rhodes to Athens, including airport taxes (economy class)

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Athens!

Accommodation:  Hotel Electra

Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of your day is at leisure for your first taste of Athens. Discover Plaka, the oldest district of Athens, located ...

Day 2: Athens

After breakfast, depart on your guided Athens sightseeing tour, which includes the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. Your expert guide will take you to see the center of the city, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unkno...

Day 3: Athens - Mykonos

Accommodation: - Hotel Kamari

After an early morning breakfast you'll be transferred to the port of Athens for the high-speed ferry to Mykonos (approximately a 2.5 hour ride). Upon arrival in Mykonos you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remaind...

Day 4: Mykonos

Enjoy a day at leisure on the beloved Island of the international Jet-Setters with its whitewashed cubic houses, windmills and chapels, the wonderful sandy beaches, shops, galleries and the incredible night life. Explore the towns' winding narrow streets, visit Paraportiani, one of the many churches on the Island, or enjoy a drink at little Venice. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 5: Mykonos

Spend another day at leisure, enjoying the picturesque sandy beaches, bright blue skies and whitewashed Cycladic architecture of this beautiful island! Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 6: Mykonos - Santorini

Accommodation: Hotel El Greco

Enjoy breakfast and a free morning, before transferring to the port of Mykonos for your high-speed ferry to Santorini (approximately a 2.5 hour ride). Upon arrival in Santorini you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The ...

Day 7: Santorini

After your breakfast, enjoy a day at leisure to relax, or explore the volcanic island of Santorini, known worldwide as the most romantic island! Do not miss visiting the traditional village of Oia, the most photographed place in Greece, best known for its breathtaking...

Day 8: Santorini

Spend another day at leisure, enjoying the picturesque sandy beaches, bright blue skies and whitewashed Cycladic architecture of this beautiful island! Perhaps visit the Prehistoric Museum in Fira that hosts artifacts from the sites of Akrotiri and Ancient Thira, incl...

Day 9: Santorini - Crete

Enjoy your breakfast and free morning; later, transfer at indicated time to Santorini port for your fast ferry to Crete (duration of the trip is one and a half hours). Upon arrival on the Island of Crete, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight for the first of three nights in Crete.

Day 10: Crete

Today you have a full free day to enjoy Crete. You may want to explore the renowned archaeological site of Knossos, one of the most important and best known palaces of Minoan civilization, which is connected with the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur and the sto...

Day 11: Crete

Spend another day at leisure in Crete. Perhaps make a visit to the island of Spinalonga, as it is the most popular archaeological site in Crete after Knossos. Or, just relax and enjoy your hotel and its beautiful surroundings! Overnight in Crete.

Day 12: Crete - Rhodes

Accommodation: Hotel Mediterranean

Enjoy your breakfast and transfer at indicated time to Heraklion airport for your flight to Rhodes. Upon arrival on the Island of Rhodes, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight for the first of two nights in Rhodes.

Day 13: Rhodes

Today you have a full, free day to explore the island of Rhodes on your own. You may opt to wander around its magnificent Old City, surrounded by medieval walls with seven gates, and admire the Palace of the Grand Master, the most awe-inspiring building in the whole i...

Day 14: Rhodes - Athens

Accommodation: Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel

Today you will have the morning free, before transferring to the airport in the afternoon for your flight to Athens. Overnight near the Athens Airport.

Day 15: Departure

After breakfast (or depending on the time of your flight), head to the airport to begin your journey home.

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,Check In - Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel Athens, Greece With stunning mountain views, an outdoor terrace, inspired decor, impeccable service and outstanding Mediterranean and gourmet French dining, you'll forget you're at the airport at the sophisticated Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel. This contemporary hotel features 345 luxurious, soundproofed guestrooms, a fitness center with indoor pool and spa and salon services, plus award-winning French cuisine with runway and valley views, and 24-hour Mediterranean dining featuring the fresh local ingredients. Check In - Hotel Mediterranean Rhodes, Greece When you stay at this 4-star hotel you can enjoy laying the beach with umbrellas and sun loungers. There is an outdoor pool, seasonal indoor pool, restaurant, bar/lounge and complimentary Wi-Fi. Check In - Hotel Silva Beach Crete, Greece This 4-star hotel in Crete is set on the beach just a short distance from the Star Beach Water Park, Lychnostatis, and Aquaworld Aquarium. Local attractions also include Aquaworld Aquarium and Stalis Beach. Important note: Casual but smart dress is required in all indoor public areas of the hotel after 6:30PM. Please refrain from wearing shorts and slippers in the dining room. For men only long trousers are required during dinner. Check In - Hotel Kamari Mykonos, Greece This hotel is located in Mykonos (Platis Gialos), near the airport, Platis Gialos Beach, Paradise Beach, and Super Paradise Beach. Also nearby are Psarou Beach and Agia Anna Beach. Check In - Hotel El Greco Santorini, Greece This hotel is located in Santorini (Fira), close to Museum of Prehistoric Thira, Archaeological Museum, and Santorini Folklore Museum. Also nearby are Plateia Theotokopoulou and Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral. Check In - Hotel Electra Athens, Greece Recently renovated, this popular 4-star hotel combines modern, high-quality services with the concept of traditional Greek hospitality. The Electra features 106 warm and welcoming guestrooms decorated in classical style. Dining options include Emporikon, serving buffet breakfast with a focus on Greek flavors, and Terra, the hotel's brand new all-day Cafe-bar-restaurant, offering up simple, original and authentic Greek tastes in a cozy and lively environment.
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