Ionian Delight
9 days
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This week-long tour of Greece combines the ancient wonders of Athens, including the Acropolis and Parthenon with the islands delights of Zakynthos and Santorini
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
This week-long tour of Greece combines the ancient wonders of Athens, including the Acropolis and Parthenon with the islands delights of Zakynthos and Santorini
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Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityZakynthos
End CitySantorini
Destinations
Min Group Size
Max Group Size
Trip includes
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary in approx. 4-star level hotels
- All transport and transfers
- Greek island ferry crossings as per itinerary
- Port-hotel-port transfers on Greek islands
- 24-hour airport arrival and departure transfer service
- Services of a professional local tour guide for mainland tours
- Services of a local tour leader on the islands
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Tipping kitty
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Itinerary
Day 1: Your Greek tour begins in Athens
Upon arrival at Athens Airport (ATH) you will be welcomed by one of our representatives and transferred from the airport to your four-star hotel. Centrally located, this hotel is the perfect spot to stroll around the ancient city, discover its iconic sights and soak up t...
OVERNIGHT:
Athens hotel
MEALS:
None
EXTRAS:
Extra day in Athens - pre-tour
Single room supplement (GRTMID)
Day 2: Exploring Athens
The city tour will start at the Panathenaic Stadium-the site of the first modern-day Olympic Games in 1896. The next stops include the Parliament, the memorial of the Unknown Soldier, the Temple of the Zeus Olympian, the Arch of Hadrian, the National Library, the Constit...
OVERNIGHT:
Athens hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 3: Athens to Zakynthos
You'll be taken to the bus station this morning to take a bus to the port of Kyllini. From here, a ferry will take you to the amazing island of Zakynthos-the third largest in the Ionian Islands. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by our tour and taken to your 4-star hot...
OVERNIGHT:
Zakynthos hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 4: Exploring Zakynthos
You will be brought from your hotel to the port today and set off for your half-day cruise. With the wind of the sea in your hair, you'll head to the renowned Shipwreck Beach-this dramatic stretch of sand is made even more striking by the cliffs and sparkling waters.
Yo...
OVERNIGHT:
Zakynthos hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 5: Return to Athens
Returning to Athens, the tour will take you to the port for your ferry to Kyllini, and then you will return by bus to the city. Your driver will take you to the hotel at the station.
You have the whole day at your disposal in Athens, so why not visit the outdoor cinema ...
OVERNIGHT:
Athens hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 6: Athens to Santorini
Today we're heading for the enchanting island of Santorini. Santorini is associated with Greece, with its steep slope of huddled white homes, blue domed churches, and winding rows of stairs.
You will be guided to your four-star hotel and then have a rest day or visit the town of Fira. This cliffside capital boasts a range of bars and dining rooms - ideal for sundowners.
OVERNIGHT:
Santorini hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 7: Santorini
If you are looking for an adventure, the tour offers an optional boat ride to the world's largest volcanic crater above sea level. You will have the opportunity to see this active volcano, swim in the steaming waters and take a salutary mud bath.
When you return to the ...
OVERNIGHT:
Santorini hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 8: Return to Athens
You're going back to the mainland and you're going to the port for your ferry to Athens. You will be picked and dropped to your hotel in Athens. You have the rest of the day to check out more sights, visit some museums, pick up souvenirs and gifts, or find a covered restaurant patio for a drink or two.
OVERNIGHT:
Athens hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
None
Day 9: Tour ends
If you have some spare time before your flight, feel free to do some last-minute shopping. You will be moved from your hotel to the airport to take your flight back home.
OVERNIGHT:
N/A
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
Extra day in Athens - post-tour
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Price From $2,210
Price per day$246
Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International flights (available on request)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance (compulsory, available on request)
- Single room supplements (chargeable if a same-sex room share is not available)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to sites visited
- Hotel residence tax (see tour notes)
- Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Tips for guide and driver
- Port fees
- Optional tours
- Any other items not mentioned above
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