Private Greece 8 Days Tour: Athens - Mykonos - Santorini - Athens

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Athens, airport pick-up
1 stop
1
Athens
The guide will pick you up at Athens International Airport according to your flight arrival time and then send you to the hotel for check-in.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Athens City: Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, Presidential Guard & Cape Sounion
4 stops
2
Acropolis
We will begin with a visit to Acropolis after breakfast. With a history of 3,000 years, it is the most famous ancient building complex in Greece and the center of religious politics.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Panathenaic Stadium
Then the guide will lead you to tour the nearby Panathinaiko Stadium, located in the center of Athens. The first modern Olympic Games was held here in 1896.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Hellenic Parliament
Next, your private guide and driver will lead you to visit the Hellenic Parliament (exterior), the National Library of Greece, the Presidential Palace and the Presidential Guard.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
5
Temple of Poseidon
In the afternoon, take a 1.5-hour drive to the Cape Sounion to admire the magnificent sunset of the Aegean Sea. After arriving, follow the guide to visit the Temple of Poseidon. Finally, your private driver will send you back to the hotel.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Athens to Mykonos by Boat
1 stop
6
Mykonos
Today you are sailing to Mykonos! After breakfast, the driver will transfer you to the port and you’re going to take a 6-hour boat to Mykonos. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and you’ll have the whole afternoon to yourself.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Mykonos tour
1 stop
7
Mykonos
A whole free day for you to fully enjoy this island trip. The beautiful sea view is unmissable. You may take a walk on the beach or lie down to enjoy the bright sunshine.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Mykonos to Santorini by Boat
1 stop
8
Santorini
Today you’re sailing 3 hours to the well-known island Santorini! Before heading to the port, the morning is all yours. You can leisurely relax at the hotel or seize the last moment to explore the mystery of Mykonos. ★ Note: There will be no passenger ships between Mykonos and Santorini from mid-April to mid-October, as well as 1st Jan. Feel free to contact us to tailor the itinerary for you if you plan to visit Greece then.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Santorini Seat-in-Coach Tour: Visit Volcano of Santorini, Therasia Island, Oia
3 stops
9
Santorini Volcano
Get prepared to explore the mystery of the Volcano of Santorini this morning! From the pick-up point, the bus driver will escort you to Athinios Port and then you’ll be taken by wooden boat to the first port of call today. This volcanic island was formed after several eruptions, appearing in crimson. Everything on the island, from the vegetation to the scenery, is different from the main island. You will hike in the craters at the volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni, and go to the hot spring and swim in the orange sulphur waters.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Then return to the boat and head to the Therasia Island, where the traditional village of Manolas will definitely give you a different experience. It takes hundreds of stairs to get to the village and you’re recommended to wear comfortable shoes. Have lunch there and take a break. Later, let’s return to the main island of Santorini.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
11
Oia
Continue sailing towards the charming town of Oia. By around 5 pm, Oia will be bathed in the golden hues of a breathtaking sunset. Its blue-domed churches and white buildings make a great backdrop for you to take photos. Stroll the narrow streets or ride a donkey and admire the craft shops and art galleries. The tour usually ends 30 minutes after sunset and the bus driver will take you back to the pick-up point.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Santorini to Athens by Boat
2 stops
12
Santorini
The driver will send you to the port of Santorini to take the boat back to Athens.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Athens
You to take the boat at 15:30, and after arriving at around 23:00, the guide will pick you up at the port and send you to the hotel. ★ Note: If you prefer to avoid a long boat ride, our travel consultants can help you upgrade to a Santorini-to-Athens flight, which takes approximately 50 minutes.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Depart from Athens, airport see-off
1 stop
14
Athens
The guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby on time and transfer you to the Athens International Airport.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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