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An unforgettable journey from the ancient wonders of Athens to the cosmopolitan charm of Mykonos and the idyllic landscapes of Paros. Immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and hospitality of these iconic Greek islands for an unforgettable holiday experience. A perfect combination of a Greek Holiday combining glamour and cosmopolitan atmosphere with picturesque Cycladic architecture. 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. Continue to Mykonos, the cosmopolitan gem of the Cyclades, known for its picturesque villages, golden beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Explore the charming streets of Mykonos Town, lined with whitewashed buildings, boutiques, and cafes. Relax on world-famous beaches like Paradise and Super Paradise, where crystal-clear waters and golden sands beckon sun-seekers from around the globe. Next stop of your island adventure is Paros, a hidden gem known for its stunning beaches, traditional villages, and laid-back atmosphere. Explore the picturesque village of Naoussa, with its charming harbor, whitewashed buildings, and narrow cobblestone streets. Discover the pristine beaches of Golden Beach, Santa Maria, and Kolymbithres, where crystal-clear waters and golden sands provide the perfect setting for relaxation and recreation.
- Duration : 9 days | 8 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
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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
White sanded glamour
Private transfer to Milos port to take the ferry to Mykonos. Private transfer to the hotel. Hotel check-in. Mykonos is famous for its amazing beaches and beach bars, so why not head to one of them once you get settled into the hotel? All beach bars offer sunbed service and our recommendations is to soak up the sun and enjoy a delicious Greek salad and a glass of ‘ouzo’ on the beach.
Day 4
Cruise to unspoiled beaches and the secret island of Apollo, Delos
Explore the unexplored beauties of the Aegean Sea with the Catamaran First stop, the sacred island of anticity – Delos, the birthplace of God Apollo. Discover the wonderful mythological history of Delos and capture with your camera the amazing archaeological site. Next stop is the gorgeous Rhenia, an earthly paradise with crystal blue aquamarine waters. You will enjoy cool dives, discover hidden coves, enjoy delicious lunch and cool drinks. The cruise schedule will be completed with a quick stop in the famous Little Venice.
Day 5
Beach life
Discover beaches among the most beautiful in the world, recharge, soak up the sun and swim in turquoise waters of Kalo Livadi, Paraga, Elia ! From pristine sands and crystal-clear waters to chic beach clubs and trendy bars, Mykonos offers a beach experience like no other. At evening feel the cosmopolitan vibrancy at the romantic streets of Town
Day 6
Classic Cyclades beauty
The next day brings you to Paros, the classic Cyclades beauty with perfect beaches. This island host some of the best beaches! Take the opportunity and walk the maze of white-washed stone alleys of the Old Town in Naoussa which lead to its picturesque port, trademark of Paros’ local architecture. Seize the day and sit in one of the numerous bars and restaurants that place their tables outside to enjoy the island vibe and indulge into some people-watching while having some seafood meze.
Day 7
Cruise to Antiparos and Blue Lagoon
Today you will enjoy a cruise to Antiparos Island! Departure for the day cruise from Punta and cruise to first stop at Panteronissia ( Blue Lagoon ) near Antiparos, then explore the amazing sea caves of Antiparos and enjoy swim and lunch at Despotiko island. Continue to Faneromeni bay and evening return to Punta
Day 8
Kolympithres beach & Naoussa village
Free day to enjoy the beach and golden sands of popular Kolymbithres beach. The area is particularly impressive because of the huge blocks of granite boarding it, sculpted into strange smooth shapes by the sea and the wind over the centuries. Many consider it one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. At evening you can head for a walk to the picturable village of Naoussa. Its whitewashed cobblestone streets are home to a myriad of tiny shops, cafes, and bars and clubs that attract partiers all summer long.
Day 9
Pictures and memories for home
Private transfer to airport for your flight back home
Included :
Accommodation in Athens x2 nights
Accommodation in Mykonos x3 nights
Accommodation in Paros x3 nights
Hydrofoil tickets (Athens – Mykonos – Paros)
Air tickets economy class (Paros – Athens )
Private transfers from/to airport/port/hotel
Acropolis tour with English speaking guide (private)
Mykonos cruise (shared)
Antiparos and Blue Lagoon cruise (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.
MYKONOS
DISCOVER AUTHENTIC MYKONOS (Duration: approx 4hrs )
After your pick up from the hotel or cruise ship(*), we will depart in the morning at 10:30 a.m. starting from the port of Mykonos, to enjoy the tour around the island from a different point of view, full of traditional and authentic images and experiences. Our first stop will be at a very well known site which all the island’s visitors must see, in order to capture a panoramic Mykonos Town photo shooting. Following the picture taking we will visit the picturesque small port of St. Ioannis, an area which was named after a small church dedicated to Saint Ioannis and one of great historical significance. We will visit the church, along with the Saint’s cell where the annual fair in his name is also being held. The small port in front of us is the starting point of the local fishing boats which are protected here from the island’s strong north winds. Right afterwards we will depart towards the Mykonos’ airport, where we will have a panoramic view of the airport’s runway and perhaps we are lucky enough to catch a plane taking off or landing. Leaving the airport behind us, we will be headed towards Ano Mera Village and pass through one entirely different scenery, one of the island’s most typical agricultural and stock raising areas, where we will observe small local cultivated fields and even some domestic animals in local family owned farms. We will head towards the Ano Mera village’s colorful square, where one of the island’s two monasteries is located (“Panagia Tourliani”) and we will be guided through its chambers. You can also take a glimpse at the nearby open air market with vegetables and other local products . After capturing all these images of Mykonian countryside and its lifestyle, we will reach the farm of the Mykonian Spiti, where we will be guided by our escort and always under the directions of the farm’s superintendent. Whoever wishes may also use the farm’s tools and get involved with the farming work and tasks in co-operation with the superintendent. Take this opportunity to get closer to the domestic animals and the farm’s traditional organic cultivation. There is a Light Snack option for anyone who is interested to taste the local products from the traditional farm. As we continue our tour, we will be passing by some of the most distant beaches of Mykonos, named “Kalo Livadi”, “Kalafati” and also see “Agia Anna”. At the end of the tour we will drive you back to your hotel or the location of your choice
MYKONOS EBIKE TOUR (Duration: approx. 4hrs)
An ideal tour for the explorers of Mykonos’ cultural and natural heritage. The cycling tour starts at the organic vineyard and farm “Mykonos Vioma”. Dimitra’s dad has run the farm for 30 years, he took it on as a ruin and has created the only biodynamic vineyard on Mykonos. We first cycle at the rural part of the island –some off-road also, through a short single track- in Ano Mera, before visiting a family church, which will give us the opportunity to interpret Mykonos’ local traditions, typical landscapes and religious customs. At the village of Ano Mera we rest, refresh with homemade lemonade & a snack and allow you free time to visit its monastery and museum. Then we will cycle down to Fokos beach where we have enough time for swimming & underwater photo shooting (weather permitting) OR alternatively hiking. When we return, we will have lunch with our farm-to-table & local Greek tapas, as well as taste our wines, and take in the beautiful view. Finally, you may enjoy a tour of our vineyard and of course play with, or hand feed our farm animals.
COOKING CLASS IN TRADITIONAL FARM (Duration: 6hrs )
Although this activity highlights the traditional factor of the Mykonian lifestyle, on the other hand a “traditional” description of its “programme” hardly does it justice. This may sound vague, but during these 6 hours (approximately) you will experience the traditional Greek way of life, the culture, the Greek art of cooking. It is not what you will do, it is mostly how you will do it. During this time you will learn tips and cooking methods, but most importantly you will instil the hospitality and the everyday lifestyle of a traditional Mykonian family. To become a bit more specific, after you are collected from your hotel (or the port or the location you prefer) and transferred to the Mykonian Spiti, Teta will wholeheartedly invite you into her beautiful Mykonian home and create a charming and intimate evening that will turn this visit to the “Island of the Winds” into a highlight of your trip. She will teach you about Mykonian culture and history, share stories about her family’s life and make you feel just as if you are visiting close relatives or friends. She will share stories about Mykonian true lifestyle and chat with you while you will taste and enjoy some Mykonian meze snacks like dakos with kopanisti cheese and tomato, louza (sun dried pork fillets), wine and Cretan raki. You will wander through her vegetable garden, learn about local organic farming and enjoy a wonderful time.And then onto the kitchen where we you will make tzatziki, spinach pie, stuffed peppers and tomatoes and everything else in our Mykonian Spiti’s traditional menu. All guests, will be supplied with protective equipment (aprons) from the Mykonian Spiti estate. Most cooking ingredients will be readily available in special bowls in the kitchen area ready for the menu preparation. Teta will guide you through the whole procedure, giving the opportunity to everyone to master their cooking skills. There is a small intermission between the preparation and the tasting stage, which can be used for a short period of relaxation and to enjoy the company of those around you, but after that lunch or dinner starts, where you can consume as much as your belly holds. There are many other details to the “class” that we could share with you but the essence is that as you can see, this is much more than learning to cook a fabulous Greek meal. It is also about family, conversation, food and culture and becoming a member of a family that perhaps you didn’t even know you had. It is quality time in the home of someone close to you, finding yourself in their kitchen helping to cook, enjoying the experience of meeting new people and honouring us by becoming a part of our family.
PAROS
CRUISE AROUND PAROS & DESPOTIKO ISLANDS
Bring along your best mood and we will lead you to beautiful beaches, sea caves and small islands that will make you wonder to what exotic destination you have found yourselves. The cruise offers a unique aspect of the return to the untamed beauty and life in nature. The below itinerary is indicative since the captain will choose the best spots for each cruise according to weather conditions so you can spend unique moments on our cruise. Discover Panteronissi: the turquoise waters will give you the feeling that you are in a huge swimming pool created by nature itself. The wild morphology of the southeast cost surrounded from cliffs plunging into the sea forming a successions of cave including the cave of Mastihari. Several stops for swimming and snorkeling in crystal blue waters! During the cruise, local wine and soft drinks are served and in the afternoon you will enjoy a BBQ prepared with love from your captain. (Starts at 10.00am – ends at 04.45pm)
PAROS ISLAND LAND TOUR
The tour starts from Paroikia town where an English-speaking escort will welcome you. We will explore Paros’ capital town, as We walk to the castle and the church of Saints Constantine and Helen, where is the old town and the most scenic spot of Paroikia. Then, walking through the alleys, we arrive at one of the main attractions of Paros, Panagia Ekatontapyliani, one of the oldest churches in the country built around 400 AC., also called the church with One Hundred Gates. Not only is an architectural and archaeological monument, the church of Our Lady of the Hundred Gates is one of the most important pilgrimage sites throughout Greece. From there, the bus takes us to the port of Pounta, where we will take the ferry to Antiparos. We will stroll through the picturesque little town and visit the Venetian fortress (15th century) which is still inhabited. Returning to Paros, we cross the southern coast, where we pass the villages of Alyki and Drios and then we reach Piso Livadi, where we take our break. You will have some free time for lunch or swimming. Next, we head to Lefkes, the former capital of Paros where you will be fascinated with the amazing traditional architecture. It is built amphitheatrically in cruciform shape, at an altitude of 250 meters, at the center of the island. It is surrounded by small forest areas, olive groves and vineyards. It is characterized by its beautiful, full of pines forest, which covers one side of the village. In the afternoon we arrive at Naoussa, the beautiful fishing village with all its Cycladic charm. We take a walk through its narrow streets and the port with the colorful fishing boats, which is one of the most picturesque in Greece. An ideal background for great photos! (Starts at 09.00am – ends at 05.00pm)
DAY TRIP TO KOUFONISI ISLAND
Day cruise to Koufonisi: A double dose of paradise in the Cyclades! The Koufonisi island is a tiny gem in the Cyclades, where exotic beaches, friendly locals and great food come in big measures No, you’re not in heaven! You’re on Pano (upper) Koufonisi, which is part of the Small Cyclades complex – not just because it is less well-known than it’s more illustrious island neighbors, but because it contains everything magical about the Cyclades and radiate it in abundance. Beautifully clear water, sand that glistens like fairy dust and caves for outlawed pirates of years gone by and today’s more adventurous travellers. There are plenty of secret places for peace, tranquility and complete relaxation. You will spend there approx. 7hrs. in which you can rent a bicycle (the island is almost car-free), explore the beaches and enjoy fresh fish next to the sea. (Starts at 09.00am – ends at 07.00pm)
WATER ACTIVITIES
Windsurfing Paros is considered as one of the best locations for windsurfing and has many schools offering windsurf lessons with experienced and qualified instructors, using the latest equipment. Windsurfing teaching programs are designed for beginners to advanced windsurfers and can take you from your first ride to advanced jumps and tricks.
Wakeboarding An amazing ride behind a Mastercraft for those who want to go high and try their tricks. For beginners, we’ll teach you wakeboarding and will make sure that you will reach your target in no time.
Waterski If you want to take the first steps to learn how to waterski, we’ll take you there. The instructors will teach you all basics to start and movements to take your first turns and make a slalom behind the boat. Easy to learn, fun to practice!
Flyboarding Engineered from the ground up to give you superior control and precise maneuverability , the flyboard is simple enough to learn on your first time out. Great amount of fun and adrenaline are guaranteed.
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Maybe the most beautiful way to discover the little beaches along the coastline. Rent your SUPs and enjoy a family adventure. Easy to learn, plus a great body workout!
Wakesurfing A water sport in which a rider trails behind a boat’s wake without being directly pulled from the boat. After getting up on the wake by use of a tow rope, wake surfers drop the rope and ride the steep face below the wave’s peak like windsurfing. Perfect for beginners and advanced wake surfers.
Scuba Diving Daily diving excursions for either scuba experience or advanced certified divers of all levels. Wide range of diving sights such as reefs, caves, caverns, shipwrecks and even WW2 airplanes! Not certified yet? No worries, we offer courses of all levels.
Kitesurfing for all levels situated in a prime location for kitesurfing on the world-renowned kite beach of Pounda in Paros. Offering perfect wind conditions and stunning shallow waters, Pounda Beach is the ultimate spot for learning kitesurfing!
Sea Kayak Explore, swim, snorkel in secluded beaches and coves around Paros’ coastline. A great family adventure!
Jet Ski Rides The fastest way to explore nearby beaches!