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Noiseless Breeze
Athens - Santorini
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Enjoy a captivating journey from the ancient wonders of Athens to the breathtaking beauty of Santorini. Explore iconic landmarks, soak up the sun on pristine beaches, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and charm of these two remarkable destinations. Begin your adventure in Athens, where history comes alive amidst the ruins of the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Explore the bustling streets of Plaka, lined with traditional tavernas, vibrant markets, and ancient landmarks. Delve into the past at the Acropolis Museum, home to a remarkable collection of artifacts spanning millennia of Greek history. Continue to Santorini and discover the island’s iconic whitewashed villages, stunning caldera views, and breathtaking sunsets. Explore the picturesque village of Oia, known for its charming alleys, blue-domed churches, and panoramic vistas. Relax on the black sand beaches of Perissa and Kamari, or embark on a sailing excursion to explore the island’s hidden coves and volcanic landscapes. Indulge in delicious Greek cuisine at seaside tavernas, sampling fresh seafood, local wines, and traditional delicacies
- Duration : 8 days | 7 nights
- Departures : Every day from April to October
- Type : Beach Holiday, Culture and History, Culinary, Family, Solo
- Activities available : Cruise, Tour, Food tour, Cooking and more
Santorini
Day 1
Welcome to Athens !
Private transfer from Athens Int’l Airport (ATH) to Athens city center. Hotel check-in.
Follow our recommended self guided walk through all major landmarks such as Syntagma Square, Monastiraki, Psyrri and Plaka. A great introduction to the historic center and its hidden gems! Along the way, you can refuel with a ‘souvlaki’ or a ‘cheese pie’ with local feta cheese. At the end of the tour, we recommend sitting in one of the beautiful little cafes in Plaka and enjoy the sunset with some ‘ouzo’ and Greek ‘meze’!
Day 2
Take a Walk to Ancient History
The best way to see Athens is a walking tour. You can feel the vibes, explore every sense and meet the locals! We’ll start the day by walking to the Acropolis hill where you’ll enjoy a guided tour to Parthenon, the Erectheion & the surrounding monuments. We’ll then descend to Acropolis museum, in order to have a tour to its fascinating exhibitions. Our exploration will continue on by crossing Andrianou Street, the most distinctive street of Plaka neighborhood, the imposing Roman Agora the vivid life of Monastiraki Square and the surrounding streets Evening return to hotel
Day 3
Breathtaking Cliffs
When you approach Santorini, you’ll be awed by the sheer cliffs that soar above a turquoise sea and the fact that you’re sailing in the crater of a drowned volcano! Once settled, get your camera ready for the whitewashed alleys of Oia, Fira and Imerovigli, to enjoy breathtaking views of the world-famous sunset. Begin an amazing self exploration and hike the Caldera path to enjoy breathtaking views! End up in Oia Village for a memorable dinner on the edge of the cliff accompanied by one of the famous Santorinian wines!
Day 4
Noiseless Breeze
If you are looking for an experience full of fun, delicious food and incredible views, the catamaran sunset cruise is the perfect trip during late afternoon/evening. Enjoy sailing along the magnificent coastal scenery of Santorini and take a dip and snorkel in the crystal-clear blue waters with the rich underwater environment and reefs. Visit the volcano hot springs and relax, enjoy the breeze and indulge in a delicious BBQ dinner while you sail through the sunset.
Day 5
The night culinary hike and dinner
Free morning to explore Fira town. At evening join us on our night hike, wine tasting and exceptional dinner in Santorini! Hiking trails are nearly empty during the night in Santorini ! A wonderful opportunity to catch a break from the overcrowdedness you’ll often face on the island. Be one of the few privileged to have hiked peacefully some sections of the world famous Fira-Oia hike. Your tour also includes a delicious dinner at Assyrtiko Restaurant. A wonderful wine tasting of four volcanic Santorini wines and an expert guide who will share tidbits about Santorini viticulture and wine history. It’s the ideal tour for the outdoor enthusiast and wine aficionado alike! You’ll make stops along the way to view villages lit up at night and catch a glimpse of the volcano. When you reach Fira, you’ll dine on delicious authentic Greek food at the iconic Assyrtiko Restaurant. You will indulge in four types of Santorini volcanic wines, including the popular Vinsanto wine. Learn about the island’s wine culture and history from your expert guide, including how the wine derives its mineral-like taste from the volcanic earth of Santorini. Head back to your port destination on a comfortable drive from Fira to conclude your tour.If you’re looking for a hiking adventure equipped with a wine tasting and cultural experience, this is the tour for you. Don’t let this tour pass you by. Duration: Hiking time 1h30 – total time 3 hours. Distance: 3,5 Km
Day 6
Santorini full day tour
The tour starts at an amazing spot on the caldera to take photos and admire the beautiful views. The first stop is at Akrotiri Excavations, where you will discover the effect of the volcano eruption that took place around 1610 BC! Time for lunch by the sea at the black beaches Perissa and Perivolos, the most popular on the island, featuring unique black sand. Next, you will visit Megalochori village, a truly hidden gem of Santorini with ancient vineyards, lava-stoned streets and traditional cave houses with colorful doors. The tour continues with the Wine Museum, an amazing landmark, nestled in a cave and because of its unique position, this natural labyrinth is 8 meters below ground and 300 meters long, where you will learn about Santorini’s volcanic viticulture. Last stop is Oia, the most ‘instagrammable’ village of Santorini! You will get lost in Oia’s picturesque streets full of churches with blue domes literally hanging at the cliffs of the village, from where you will enjoy the most beautiful sunset!
Day 7
The Red Beach
Day to relax at beach and our recommendations are Red Beach! Red beach is considered one of the most popular and beautiful of Santorini due to the contrasting colours of soaring red cliffs and sand with clear blue waters! This volcanic beach with unique characteristics, the red volcanic sand and crystal clear waters
Day 8
Pictures and memories for home
Private transfer to airport for your flight back home
Included :
Accommodation in Athens x2 nights
Accommodation in Santorini x5 nights
Hydrofoil tickets (Athens – Santorini )
Air tickets economy class (Santorini – Athens )
Private transfers from/to airport/port/hotel
Acropolis tour with English speaking guide (private)
Catamaran cruise Santorini (shared)
Night hike Santorini (shared)
Santorini full day tour (shared)
24/7 support during your trip with concierge services
Travel Insurance (while in Greece)
Note : We can offer all activities on private basis upon request
Excluded :
Lunch/Dinner (unless otherwise stated)
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Hotel local taxes (paid locally approx. €6 to €10 per room/night)
International air tickets
ATHENS
DAY TRIP TO MYCENAE – NAFPLIO – EPIDAURUS (Duration: approx. 10hrs)
We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the ancient Mycenae and Epidaurus and will add an old-Greece touch to our day with a short stop at the coastal city of Nafplio. We visit Mycenae, the Golden Kingdom of Agamemnon and admire the most famous ancient theater of all times, Epidaurus.We reach the ancient city of Mycenae (1,5hrs drive) where the Cyclopean Walls “take our breath”, as until today no explanation can be found regarding their construction. Mycenae is considered the greatest and richest kingdom of the later Bronze Age (around 1350B.C).Next stop is the beautiful seaside city of Nafplio, the first capital of Greece, where we enjoy a traditional Greek lunch. The oldest area of the city is called Acronafplia, with various traditional spots and above it we can see the Castle of Palamidi, and the Castle of Bourtzi in a small island emerging from the Argolic gulf.Then, we head to the epicenter of the ancient drama: the theater that is considered the one with the best acoustic balance worldwide, the Ancient Epidaurus. Today in Epidaurus, modern artists organize newer versions of ancient tragedies as well as the Festival of Epidaurus.
DAY TRIP TO DELPHI & ARACHOVA (Duration: approx. 10hrs)
Drive through Boeotia plain, hearing tales about the ancient Greek Mythology, King Oedipus, God Apollo and find yourself being immersed in the myths and monuments of Ancient Greece. Our first stop is Kryas Springs, an extremely picturesque valley in the city of Levadia. Walking routes along the banks, streams, limestone formations as well as stone and wooden bridges create the perfect scenery for a short stroll. Next stop: Delphi Archaeological Site. Marvel at some of the most important and unique archaeological monuments, such as the Athenian Stoa, the Treasury of the Athenians, the Polygonal Wall, and of course the Temple of Apollo and the Archaeological Museum, which hosts globally known artifacts like the Naxian Sphinx, the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the bronze Charioteer and the statue of Antinoos. Our final stop is the picturesque village of Arachova. Here we are suggesting you have your lunch, in one of the many traditional restaurants, walk around the narrow alleys and buy local delicacies, such as Formaela cheese.
SANTORINI
SANTORINI VOLCANO CRUISE INCLUDING HOT SPRINGS & THERASIA (Duration: approx 3hrs )
Sail across Santorini’s beautiful Caldera and visit the islands of Nea Kammeni and Therasia on this 6-hour cruise. Board a sightseeing boat at the old port and admire Santorini’s cliffs as you cruise to Nea Kammeni. Enjoy free time to walk around its volcanic crater, swim in the warm springs, and visit Therasia island. Explore and have lunch there in your leisure time before cruising back to Santorini. Our first stop is at Nea Kameni island where you’ll hike to the crater of the volcano. Next, you’ll sail to Palia Kameni, for an amazing dive in the hot springs at Agios Nikolaos Cove. Third stop is Therasia island, a miniature of what Santorini used to be thousands of years ago. Therasia is a virgin island untouched by tourism and has approx. 300 inhabitants. You can explore the traditional village and taste authentic Santorinian cuisine.
(Starts at 1.30am – Ends at 04.30pm)
MORNING OR SUNSET SEA KAYAK & SNORKELING (Duration: approx 5hrs )
Whether you’re looking for a scenic excursion or a water-filled adventure activity, this exciting tour offers the best of both worlds. On this adventure, you will visit black, white and red beaches, enter a magnificent sea cave and swim in the deep blue of Santorini. Our epic journey starts from Mesa Pigadia, a serene beach with black sand. From here, we’ll hop on the kayaks and paddle along the coast. We will pass beautiful cave houses carved into the mountains and rock formations as we explore its sea caves. We will paddle east to pass by the white rock cliffs of White Beach before reaching the beautiful red rock formations and vivid colors of Red Beach. Time for a 45min break in Kampia Beach, one of the most secluded beaches in Santorini. We will have a snack, snorkel and explore the marine life and if you’re lucky, you will spot sea urchin, starfish and even sea turtles. Then we will head back to Mesa Pigadia to end our tour with a delicious lunch/dinner of traditional Greek food in a taverna.
(Morning slot: 09.00am – 02.30pm / Sunset slot: 04.30pm – 10.00pm)
COOKING CLASS & EASY HIKE (Duration: approx 5hrs )
Our wonderful day starts with a visit at a church dedicated to the Dormition of the Mother Mary, just outside the traditional village of Akrotiri. Here we will begin our hike. We will hike along a trail that showcases incomparable views of the Aegean in and the immense caldera of Santorini. We will pass by sprawling vineyards and deserted chapels. Images that will take us back to what life was like on this island in yesteryear. This scenic hike will lead us to the idyllic beach of Mesa Pigadia. Here we will have some time to relax, have a wonderful swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea. After our relaxing time at the beach, we will meet with our talented chef. She will show us all there is to know about the traditional Greek cuisine. During our cooking lesson we will learn how to prepare a variety of lovely dishes all bursting with Mediterranean flavor. We will learn how to use homegrown ingredients and local cooking techniques. We will then savor our delicious homemade meal together! After our delicious meal we will head back to the hotel filled with beautiful memories.
(Starts at 09.00am – Ends at 1.00pm)
SANTORINI WINE ROADS (approx. 4hrs – various slots during the day)
You have heard about the world-famous indigenous grape varieties of Santorini! You probably know of the Vinsanto wine! But there’s more! More flavors and delicious explosions to enjoy! This is our signature tour and your best choice if you want to explore the magic world of the Santorini volcanic wines. Enjoy a stimulating tasting experience under the guidance of our experienced wine experts, visit three selected wineries, learn all about the local grape varieties and the viticulture of Santorini. Taste and admire the real spirit of Santorini with our signature Santorini Wine Roads Tour. This tour is ideal for all visitors as it gives the opportunity to learn in an entertaining way all there is to know about the wine culture of the island! The only thing you need to do is share with us the feelings that the tastes of Santorini wines create to your palate and your heart!