Greece: Athens, Santorini, Crete
$3090
per personAncient History, Aegean Sun, Seven Days of Bliss.
This 7-day Greek adventure blends ancient history with idyllic island relaxation. It kicks off in Athens before exploring the glittering Aegean gems of Santorini and Crete. Discover Bronze Age sites, wander labyrinthine island lanes, and witness the iconic sunset at Oia village. Enjoy charming seaside cafés and savor delicious local cuisine and wines throughout your journey. Your perfect mix of rich culture and picturesque coastal life awaits.
7 Days, 6 Nights: Athens, Santorini, Heraklion
ⓘ Daily Departures Includes high-speed ferries, hotels, daily breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, guided excursions, private airport & ferry port transfers.
ⓘ Experience Guided Exploration, Elevated. Enjoy a masterfully curated journey featuring pre-booked excursions, premium accommodations, and seamless intercity travel.
Athens Highlights
Traditional Greek Show in Plaka with Dinner; Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour
Santorini Highlights
Santorini City Tour with Oia Sunset, and Akrotiri Excavations
Heraklion Highlights
Cretan Wines, Olive Oil, Raki and Food Tour
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Athens Acropolis
Parthenon at sunset
Iconic Oia village with its blue domed houses
Santorini’s towering volcanic caldera walls showcase Red and Black Lava Cliffs.
Olive groves on Crete island
Venetian Fort, Heraklion Harbor
6 Night Accommodation
Itinerary
🛏️. 2 NIGHTS IN ATHENS
DAY 1: ARRIVE ATHENS, GREECE | DINNER WITH GREEK DANCE PERFORMANCE
At Athens airport you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel.
Start your vacation with a Traditional Greek Show in Plaka with Dinner (group, in the evening).
Experience a vibrant Athenian evening in the heart of Plaka. Indulge in a delicious traditional Greek dinner at a taverna, complete with captivating live music and folk dances by performers in colorful costumes.
Note: Your flight must arrive by 3 pm to enjoy this evening excursion on Day 1, otherwise partake this dinner with dance performance on Day 2.
🍴 Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: ACROPOLIS, PARTHENON & ACROPOLIS MUSEUM GUIDED TOUR
Acropolis, Parthenon & Acropolis Museum Guided Tour (group, half day in the morning).
Explore the iconic Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Visit Theatre of Dionysus, Asklepieion of Athens, Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike and Erechtheion. Conclude the tour at the Parthenon and admire its breathtaking structure. Discover the iconic monuments of the Acropolis.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
2 NIGHTS IN SANTORINI
DAY 3: ATHENS – SANTORINI BY FERRY
Check-out and travel by high-speed ferry (morning) to arguably the best-known and most breathtaking of all of the Greek islands – Santorini – on this Greek Island tour. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free.
Believed by some to be the lost continent of Atlantis, this historic and unimaginably picturesque island is situated on the edge of a submerged volcano. Stand high on the cliffs to admire the incredible views of the white Cycladic houses with blue painted windows that have inspired artists over the ages. During your free time, sample the distinguished local wines and sunbathe on one of its many beautiful beaches which are home to transparent azure waters, with black, red or white sand depending on which beach you visit.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: SANTORINI CITY TOUR WITH OIA SUNSET, AND AKROTIRI EXCAVATIONS
Today, join Santorini City Tour with Oia Sunset and Akrotiri Excavations entry (full day in the morning). Explore Akrotiri’s Minoan Bronze Age settlement, Emporio village with windmills and castles, and Perissa Black Sand Beach for lunch (at your own cost) and a swim. Enjoy a tasting of local Santorinian wines. Visit the Monastery of Prophet Elias (Profitis Ilias) which is a historic 18th century fortress-style monastery located at the island’s highest point and offers panoramic views. Witness the iconic Oia sunset.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
2 NIGHTS IN HERAKLION
DAY 5: SANTORINI – HERAKLION, CRETE
Check-out and board the high-speed ferry for Heraklion, Crete in the afternoon. Arrive and check-in to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: CRETAN WINES, OLIVE OIL, RAKI AND FOOD TOUR
Explore Crete’s food culture and tradition, visit Skalani and Thrapsano (small group, full day). Skalani is a picturesque hill village renowned for its exquisite vineyards and world-class wineries, while Thrapsano is celebrated as the “metropolitan center of pottery,” where artisans continue a 4,000-year-old Minoan tradition of crafting massive clay storage jars. Taste fresh olive oil at an olive mill. Tour an organic winery with wine tasting, enjoy raki at a distillery, and discover pottery-making in a charming traditional village. Along the way, enjoy local snacks, lunch and scenic views.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7: DEPART HERAKLION – END OF TOUR
After breakfast, transfer to Heraklion Airport (HER) for your flight home. Most flights arrive back in North America the same day.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
‣ Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
‣ Excursion duration and start time are subjected to change without prior notice.
Optional Add-ons:
‣ Excursion Transfers.
‣ Additional hotel nights are available at each city.
‣ Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrades available in the same hotel. Classic 3-star and deluxe 5-star hotels are available, please advise the budget.
Guided Tour, Daily Departures (Land Only, price per person)
| Travel Month |
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| Year 2026 | Year 2027 | |
| April | $3,165 | |
| May | $3,090 | $3,335 |
| June | $3,245 | $3,505 |
| July | $3,180 | $3,435 |
| August | $3,225 | $3,480 |
| September | $3,380 | $3,650 |
| October | $3,285 | $3,550 |
- ‣ For single/triple occupancy, pre/post-tour nights, or 3 to 5-star hotel upgrades; please inquire.
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.| Destination | Premium 4-Star Hotels |
| Athens |
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| Santorini |
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| Heraklion, Crete |
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- * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- * Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrade available in the same hotel.
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
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Guided Tour, Daily Departures (Land Only, price per person)
| Travel Month |
| |
| Year 2026 | Year 2027 | |
| April | $3,165 | |
| May | $3,090 | $3,335 |
| June | $3,245 | $3,505 |
| July | $3,180 | $3,435 |
| August | $3,225 | $3,480 |
| September | $3,380 | $3,650 |
| October | $3,285 | $3,550 |
- ‣ For single/triple occupancy, pre/post-tour nights, or 3 to 5-star hotel upgrades; please inquire.
Tour Price Details
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. Surcharge dates: Easter Holiday, Dec 16-31 and major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
- ‣ If the hotels mentioned are unavailable then similar properties will be substituted. You will be advised of any changes to the price.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 2 guests. Excursion group size varies from 12 - 50 people.
Inclusions
- ‣ Private Airport/Ferry Terminal - Hotel Transfers
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 Dinner (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
- ‣ High-Speed Ferries (subject to availability)
Exclusions
- ‣ International Airfare
- ‣ Departure Domestic Airfare from Heraklion, Crete to Athens
- ‣ For all group excursions: The travelers have to join at a designated meetup point, which will be advised upon confirmation. Optional addon for local transfer from hotel to the meetup point is available during booking.
- ‣ Tourism Tax per room per night paid directly to the hotels (for example between 3-4 Euros)
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee (if applicable. Free visa-on-arrival for American & Canadian)
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of 30% of the tour price is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing..
- ‣ Credit card fee for non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
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Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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