9 Days | Discover Greece’s iconic Cyclades on an in-depth island adventure
Let the charm of the Cyclades wash over you on this 9-day Premium island adventure in Greece. Start off in the storied city of Athens, explore the villages of Paros, uncover ancient riches in Naxos and soak up the views in Santorini. Hike a caldera, tour wineries, sample local kitron and take a cooking class with organic ingredients. Travel with a passionate local leader who’s eager to share the magic of their country as you discover fascinating histories, incredible food and welcoming locals.
Trip overview
- Start
- Athens, Greece
- Finish
- Santorini, Greece
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Greece
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Premium
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- ZVPI
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- Taste a variety of Greek foods throughout the trip, including a visit to an olive oil press museum in Naxos, a cooking class complete with local kitron tasting and an afternoon of wine tasting in Santorini.
- Learn the tricks of the trade in Naxos during an in-depth cooking class with a local, using organic ingredients from her garden to create regional specialties which you’ll then enjoy for lunch.
- Hike along Santorini’s caldera, passing steep cliff faces and unbelievable views as you learn about the geological history of the island along the way.
- Explore Paros with an expert guide who will share insider knowledge of the island’s history and villages.
- Soak up the beauty of Santorini from your whitewashed Feature Stay hotel, offering spacious rooms, modern amenities, an expansive swimming pool and a prime location next to the Archaeological Museum of Thera.
- Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. Make sure you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus and you should have no problems.
- Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, so you will need to be able to cope with the heat if you're visiting at this time. Please consider the time of year and your suitability for visiting during that season.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Ferry, Private vehicle, Taxi
Comfortable hotel (6 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
- Athens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Paros - Highlights of Paros Half Day Island Tour with Local Guide
- Naxos - Old Town Walk & Portara Visit
- Naxos - Cooking Class at a Local Home
- Naxos - Eggares Olive Oil Press
- Santorini - Caldera Hike
- Santorini - Winery visit
- Santorini - Mythology and Wine experience
- Santorini - Thira Prehistoric Museum - EUR6
- Santorini – Black Sand Beach Umbrella and Sun Bed Rental - EUR75
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