Greek Island Hopper
Greek Island Hopper
Tour Overview
Slow the world right down when you board this Greek island hop and experience how the locals enjoy life on the islands of Santorini and Mykonos. Your journey begins and ends in lively Athens where there’s plenty of time to explore ancient treasures and see all the sights.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens
Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals Included: Dinner
Ease into a simpler way of life – the intoxicatingly slow pace of the Cycladic islands is the ultimate departure from reality, but not before you enjoy a passionate encounter with Athens after being transferred to your hotel. Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Light Meal to kick off your At Leisure discovery of Greece's capital and the enchanting islands of Mykonos and Santorini.
Day 2: Explore Ancient Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens
Accommodation Name: Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a journey to antiquity with your Local Specialist who will take you to the Acropolis, a sacred site since Mycenaen times. Imagine Athenians ascending the hilltop shrine to worship Athena at the Parthenon, and see the Panathinaiko Olympic stadium, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. Admire the pom-pom march of the Evzone guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, then spend the rest of the day on your own soaking up the verve of this vibrant city.
Day 3: Cruise To Santorini
Location: Athens, Santorini
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace Hotel, Kallisti Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We depart Athens and cruise to Santorini, where we'll spend the next three days exploring the island's dramatic beauty. Stroll through the volcanic island's quaint clifftop towns. Blue-domed whitewashed façades cling dramatically to the multi-colored cliffs providing a spectacular backdrop for exquisite sunsets. Join your companions this evening for a memorable meal of Greek cuisine.
Day 4: Santorini Your Way
Location: Santorini
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace Hotel, Kallisti Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals Included: Breakfast
View the magnificent caldera, see the island's ancient ruins or ramble through the winding streets of Fira and Oia - today is yours to enjoy a leisurely exploration of this beautiful island on your own. Indulge in a day of sunbathing and relaxation on one of its many beaches or shop up a storm at its boutique stores.
Day 5: Enjoy Sunny Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation: El Greco, Santorini Palace Hotel, Kallisti Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Greco, Santorini Palace, Kallisti
Meals Included: Breakfast
Consider an optional visit to a local winery to toast to the spellbinding beauty of Santorini and learn about the art of winemaking in the region. Then consider a ride in a caïque (sailing boat) to the volcanic island of Nea Kameni to swim in its glorious hot springs - another full day at leisure to relax and soak up the island's atmosphere.
Day 6: Cruise To Mykonos
Location: Santorini, Mykonos
Accommodation: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis
Meals Included: Breakfast
We take a short ferry transfer to Mykonos - its characteristic hillside windmills overlook the beautiful bay and stand as an enduring greeting to all who arrive. Enjoy an orientation before spending the rest of your day getting lost amidst the island's labyrinthine lanes, lined with whitewashed cottages and tumbling cerise bougainvillea. Take to the playground of the rich and famous and perhaps experience the island's vibrant nightlife.
Day 7: Admire Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set your watch to island time and enjoy a glorious day soaking up the laid-back vibe of Mykonos. Spend your day relaxing on its beautiful beaches, sip champagne in the picturesque Little Venice waterside, or visit some of its historical treasures, including the 17th-century Church of the Paraportiani, the Archaeological Museum and the Aegean Maritime Museum.
Day 8: Relax On The Island
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rhenia, Vienoula's Garden, Adonis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kick back and enjoy another idyllic day in beautiful surrounds. Indulge in local seafood flavors, enjoy a leisurely swim in the calm waters of the Aegean or consider a trip to see the mythical sanctuary of Delos, believed by the ancients to be the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo.
Day 9: Cruise To Athens
Location: Mykonos, Athens
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Park, Divani Caravel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Park, Divani Caravel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return to Athens, via a high-speed ferry. After being transferred to your hotel, you have free time for some last-minute souvenir shopping.
Day 10: Farewell Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say a fond farewell to Greece and your newfound friends as you are transferred to the airport for the flight home.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini
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High-speed ferry from Santorini to Mykonos
What's Not Included
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys). High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini. High-speed ferry from Santorini to Mykonos. High-speed ferry from Mykonos to Athens.
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted. Your hotel will be dependent on your departure date.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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