Athens & Santorini - 5 Days

Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this ancient city.

Today is dedicated to exploring the vibrant city of Athens. Our journey begins with a panoramic tour of key monuments and landmarks such as the Panathinaikos Stadium, the Zappeion, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma Square, the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Schliemann's House, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and the Old Parliament.

Following this, we embark on a guided visit to the Acropolis, exploring the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion. Subsequently, we delve into a guided exploration of the Acropolis Museum, recognized as one of the finest museums globally.

The afternoon unfolds with leisure time to wander through Plaka, the picturesque old quarter of the city. While here, why not shop for souvenirs along Ermou Street?

Itinerary Alteration - please note: The Athens city tour may operate on a different day from the outlined itinerary, depending on the departure date. For departures within the Greek Orthodox Easter week, please contact us, as itineraries may not be available or may be altered.

Athens - Santorini. Today leave the mainland and head to the magical island of Santorini. Take a local ferry from the Athens port Piraeus early this morning. Arriving on the island, you will be met and transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Today is at leisure on the breathtaking island of Santorini. Santorini is without doubt one of Greece's most idyllic locations, with dramatic lava cliffs, pristine sandy beaches and azure blue waters. Santorini is also famous for its whitewashed buildings with iconic cobalt blue roofs. No trip to the island is complete without a visit to Oia for one of the magical sunsets. When on Santorini you can also enjoy lots of scenic walks, delectable food and a variety of wines. There's also plenty of history to discover including the Minoan Bronze Age archaeological site of Akrotiri.

Today, your Greek adventure comes to an end. Enjoy a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.