9 Days | Discover Greece's iconic Cyclades on an in-depth island adventure
Let the charm of the Cyclades wash over you on a nine-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 million-dollar 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
- Taste a dazzling variety of Greek food during Exclusive Experiences, including a visit to an olive oil press museum Naxos, a cooking class complete with local kitron tasting, and an afternoon of wine tasting in Santorini at two different wineries.
- Take a guided hike along Santorini’s legendary caldera, passing steep cliff faces and unbelievable views as you learn about the geological history of the island along the way.
- Learn the tricks of the trade in Naxos during an Exclusive Experience – take 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.
- See Paros through the eyes of a local during an enlightening Exclusive Experience. Explore the island with an expert guide who will share insider knowledge on 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 against a scenic backdrop.
- Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. But if you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus, 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 to visiting during that season.
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
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 Guided Tour
- Naxos - Cooking Class at a Local Farm
- Naxos - Kaloxylos Olive Oil Press
- Santorini - Caldera Hike
- Santorini - Winery Excursion & Wine Tasting
- Santorini - Thira Prehistoric Museum - EUR6
- Santorini – Black Sand Beach Umbrella and Sun Bed Rental - EUR75
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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