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White Sanded Glamour
Athens - Mykonos - Santorini
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Embark on a captivating journey through the jewels of the Aegean Sea – Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. From the ancient wonders of Athens to the cosmopolitan charm of Mykonos and the breathtaking beauty of Santorini, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Greek culture, history, and natural splendor. Begin your adventure in Athens, where history comes to life 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. Then to Mykonos, the cosmopolitan gem of the Cyclades, known for its pristine beaches, picturesque villages, and vibrant nightlife. Spend your days soaking up the sun on world-renowned beaches like Kalo Livadi and Psarou, or exploring the charming alleyways of Mykonos Town. Experience the island’s legendary nightlife at waterfront bars, chic clubs, and beachfront parties that last until the early hours of the morning. Continue your journey to Santorini, where whitewashed villages cling to dramatic cliffs overlooking the azure waters of the Aegean Sea. Discover the enchanting villages of Oia, Fira, and Pyrgos, each offering stunning views, charming shops, and delectable cuisine. Witness the world-famous Santorini sunset from the picturesque village of Oia, a spectacle that has captivated travelers for centuries
- 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
mykonos
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
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 7
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 8
The night culinary hike and dinner
Free morning to visit the red beach. 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 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 Santorini x3 nights
Hydrofoil tickets (Athens – Mykonos – Santorini)
Air tickets economy class (Santorini – Athens )
Private transfers from/to airport/port/hotel
Acropolis tour with English speaking guide (private)
Mykonos cruise (shared)
Catamaran cruise Santorini (shared)
Night hike Santorini (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.
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)
FULL DAY SANTORINI LAND TOUR Duration: approx 8hrs
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!
(Starts at 11.30am – Ends after sunset)
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!