Overview
The adventure Begins in Athens where you will explore the most famous and iconic archaeological remains of Ancient Greece. Visit the Acropolis and the Parthenon, the temple of Poseidon , and many other attractions in and around Athens. Cruise to the Beautiful volcanic island of Santorini enjoying the local cuisine and unique wines. and then , take another cruise to the island of Crete.
Enjoy the culture , the history , the food , the wine , and the beautiful people of this wondrous country. All Breakfasts , all dinners, (with Wine ) are included.
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What's included
Private transportation
Lunch
Dinner
In-vehicle air conditioning
Breakfast
On-board restrooms
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What to expect
Day 1 Athens
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Athens
5 hours
Upon arrival to the Athens airport , you are greeted by our experienced tour who will be your chaperone for the duration of the trip . You board a deluxe bus for transfer to your Athens Hotel locaded in the heart of city.
take same time to relax and freshen up. the tour leader may suggest some nearby sites to explore. Later , a reception will be held , welcoming you to Greece . Afterwards, dinner will be served in the hotel . A nice glass of wine will be included . Rest up tonight for a full day tomorrow
Day 2 Tour of Athens and the Acropolis
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Athens
6 hours
With the direction of an expert local guide , we begin a panoramic bus tour of the city before arriving at the Acropolis , the majestic centerpiece of Athens . At the top of the Acropolis , we explore the Parthenon, temple to the Greek goddess Athena , along with the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the sacred temple of Erechtheion. You'll also view the Dionysus Theater at the base of Acropolis . Grab some lunch before enjoyng free time on the afternonn . Tonight , celebrate with a festive Greek dinner show with wine and song .
Day 3 Cape Sunia, Temple of Poseidon
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Athens
8 hours
Take same free time this morning to shop and explore some of the many sites that are nearby to the centrally locaded hotel. After lunch , we board the our coach for an excursion to Cape Sounio for a guided tour of the Temple of Poseidon. Take in the the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean from the temple dedicaded to the Greek god of the seas. We'll also view the ruins of another Greek temple to the goddess Athena. enjoy a seafood dinner at coastal seaside tavern before returning back to our hotel in Athens.
Day 4 Ferry Cruise from Athens to Santorini
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Santorini
7 hours
This Morning , we leave our Athens hotel and transfer to the Port of Piraeus. ( Hint: Have your bags packed and ready and we'll do the rest.) We board a comfortable , high speed ferry boat ( hydrofoil) for a cruise to Santorini , one of thousands of Greek islands dotting the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. From the port of Santorini , tranfer to your seaside resort Hotel . Enjoy some free time at the beach or shopping at local stores . Our dinner tonight is at Local restaurant within walking distance of the hotel.
Day 5 Santorini Caldera Excursion
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Santorini
7 hours
Santorini ( " Thera" in Greek ) is the largest of five volcanic islands the make up the Santorini Caldera archipelago ( i.e. group of islands). today we explore two of the other islands of the caldera. We visit Thersasia , the second largest island of the caldera. We also visit Kameni , famous for its therapeutic, geothermal hot springs. Depending on weather conditions , guests are welcome to come and test the waters . We then return to Santorini for dinner in the hotel.
Day 6 Santorini wine Tasting tour
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Santorini
7 hours
This morning , spend some time on the beach , bastking in the Medirerranean sunshine , but don't forget the sunscreen and sunglasses. This afternoon , we take a tour of some typical Santorini villages and view the vineyards of the rich volcanic soil and dry climate , perfect conditions for growing the grapes. Of Course , we'll need to sample these fine wines. A local restaurant will provide tonight's dinner . After enjoying the beautiful sunset , prepare your luggage for our next day's journey , a cruise to the island of Crete.
Day 7 Cruise to Heraklion , transfer to Elounda
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Crete
7 hours
After breakfast , we make our way to the port of Santorini to board another high speed ferry wisks us off to the Greek island of Crete. Crete is the largest island in Greece , and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea , after Sicily , Sardinia , Cyprus and Corsica . The two hours cruise brings us into port early enough to check into our seaside resort hotel in Elounda/ Aghios Nikolaos . There is plenty of free time to aquaint ourselves with the local surrondings . Tonight's included dinner is at the hotel.
Day 8 Heraklion , Knossos and Minoan Palace
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Crete
8 hours
Today we board the bus for Herakon for a visit to the Minoan Palace at Knossos. The initial construction of the palace dates back to about 2000 B.C. which makes it the oldest active Bronze Age archeological site. However , it has been estimated that Neolithic inhabitants settled the region as far back as 7,000 B.C. Because ot this , Knossos has been ( unofficially) called Europe's oldest city. Lunch is included today. Dinner tonight is back in the hotel and, as always , will be served with a glass of wine.
Day 9 Travel to Spinalonga
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Crete
7 hours
Just a Short boat ride from our hotel location , today we visit the historic island of Spinalonga. in the late
16th century , the Venetions built a fortification on the island for the protection against their turkish enemies . after a long history of warfare , the fort was turned into one of the last laper colonies in the early 20th century. Uninhabitad today, it is become a popular destionation for tourists and Historians alike. It iscurrently being considered by UNESCO for World Heritage Site Status. Dinner tonifht is served in the hotel.
Day 10 Free time to shop or Enjoy the beach
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Crete
8 hours
Today , we are free to take in the mythical majesty of our last day in Crete. You may choose to spend a few hours on the beach. You May try to finish up some last minute souvenir shopping. there may be time to take a local excursion to a nearby destination recommended by your tour director. fully enjoy whatever you decide. You can partake in lunch and venture off on your own. Tonight , dinner with wine will be served in the hotel. Prepare your luggage for check out in the morning.
Day 11 Return to Athens for a free Evening
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Crete
7 hours
We bid farewell to Crete and head to the airport in Heraklion for our transfer back to Athens, After our transfer to the hotel, we will have some free time to visit ( or revisit) some of location we may have missed earlier in the trip. it's also a good time to reminisce the wonderful memoriesand share precious photos with our friends. make sure to get phone numbers, address and emailsfrom your mew- found friends. Tonight we will have our last supper in Greece along with more Greek merriment and plenty more Greek wine . Sten ygeià sas!
Day 12 Continue your Onward Journey
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Athens
7 hours
After breakfast , we transfer back to the Athens Airport . Most of us are returning home with our forever memories and forever photos of our Greek vacation. Some of us are extending our travels to other parts of the world . Please let us know if you would like to continue your vacation beyond Greece : May we suggest a three day stay in Sorrento Italy or a destionation anywhere else ? . Please let us know. in any event , we hope you had a wanderful time in Greece. Please keep us in mind for your future travel plans. Thank you
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Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Greece Deluxe Tour, including Athens, Santorini, Crete
How long does Greece Deluxe Tour, including Athens, Santorini, Crete take?
It takes about 12 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- On-board restrooms
Which places does it visit?
It visits Santorini, Crete.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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