Discover the cradle of Western civilization. Walk the ancient Acropolis, explore the vibrant streets of Mykonos, and witness the world's most famous sunset in Santorini.
Highlights
Private archeologist-guided Acropolis tour in Athens
Sunset catamaran cruise around Santorini's volcanic caldera
Day trip to the sacred archaeological island of Delos
Stay in luxury cave hotels built into the volcanic cliffs
Private Greek wine and olive oil tasting sessions
Day-wise Itinerary
Day01Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Arrival in Athens — cradle of civilisation
Land at Athens International Airport and transfer to your boutique hotel in Monastiraki or Plaka. Evening walk under the illuminated Acropolis, dinner at a rooftop taverna with Parthenon views.
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Day02Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Athens — Acropolis and ancient Agora
Guided tour of the Acropolis and the Parthenon — humanity's greatest architectural achievement. Visit the new Acropolis Museum, the ancient Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, and Hadrian's Arch.
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Day03Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Ferry to Santorini — volcanic paradise
Morning high-speed catamaran from Piraeus to Santorini. Arrive at the caldera-side port and ride the cable car up the cliffs to Fira. Stunning first views of the blue-domed churches and volcanic caldera.
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Santorini caldera hike — Fira to Oia
Hike the legendary 10 km clifftop path from Fira to the iconic village of Oia, passing through Firostefani and Imerovigli. Stop at wineries for local Assyrtiko wine tasting above the glittering Aegean.
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Oia sunset and catamaran cruise
Spend the morning photographing Oia's famous blue domes. Afternoon: private catamaran cruise around the caldera, visiting the volcanic hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Return for Oia's legendary sunset.
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Day06Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Ferry to Mykonos — cosmopolitan island
Morning ferry to glamorous Mykonos. Explore Little Venice waterfront, the iconic windmills, Matoyianni designer strip, and the maze of white-washed Cycladic lanes. Sunset cocktails at a clifftop bar.
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Mykonos — beaches and seaside villages
Day at leisure on Mykonos's beautiful beaches — Paradise, Super Paradise, or Elia. Visit the charming fishing village of Chora and enjoy fresh grilled octopus and ouzo by the harbour.
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Day08Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Delos island sacred day trip
Visit the tiny uninhabited island of Delos — the mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis and a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site. Afternoon return to Mykonos for a farewell Greek dinner.
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Day09Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Athens return and Acropolis museum revisit
Morning ferry back to Athens. Afternoon at the exquisite Acropolis Museum or shopping at Monastiraki flea market for olive oil, honey, and evil-eye jewellery gifts.
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Day10Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Departure from Athens
Last Greek breakfast of honey yoghurt and bougatsa pastry. Transfer to Athens International Airport. Take home the warmth of the Aegean sun and the echoes of ancient civilisation.
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