8-Day Greece Highlights Tour: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

Day 1: Arrival in Athens & Leisure

Morning: Arrival at Athens Airport followed by a transfer to your hotel. Settle in at the Athenaeum K 29 Hotel and check-in after 3 PM.

Afternoon: Spend your afternoon at leisure exploring the city surroundings or relaxing at the hotel. This day is free for you to acclimate and unwind.

Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local Indian restaurant and rest overnight in Athens.

Day 2: Athens City Tour & Museums

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel followed by a guided 3-hour city tour including a visit to the magnificent Acropolis & Parthenon.

Afternoon: After lunch at an Indian restaurant, explore the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum with entrance tickets included.

Evening: Return to the hotel and enjoy dinner at the Indian restaurant before overnight stay in Athens.

Day 3: Athens to Mykonos

Morning: After breakfast, check out and transfer from your hotel to Piraeus port. Board the ferry to Mykonos, sailing from 09:15 to 12:05.

Afternoon: Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant followed by a 2-hour guided tour including Paradise Beach and the iconic Windmill of Mykonos.

Evening: Dine at an Indian restaurant and stay overnight at Olia Hotel in Mykonos.

Day 4: Mykonos Island & Delos Cruise

Morning: Breakfast followed by coach transfer to Mykonos port to embark on a cruise to the islands of Delos and Rhenia.

Afternoon: Enjoy a complimentary lunch on board during the cruise. Note that the entrance fee to Delos is not included.

Evening: Return to Mykonos, have dinner at the Indian restaurant, and overnight at your hotel.

Day 5: Mykonos to Santorini

Morning: Buffet breakfast, then transfer to Mykonos port for the ferry departing at 12:20 to Santorini, arriving at 14:50.

Afternoon: Transfer from Santorini port to enjoy a guided city tour of the island.

Evening: Dinner at an Indian restaurant followed by overnight stay at Theoxenia Caldera Hotel in Santorini.

Day 6: Santorini Exploration

Morning: Breakfast then coach transfer to the beautiful village of Oia, with an orientation tour of Pyrgos Kallistis and a visit to Emporio.

Afternoon: Lunch enroute as you continue to explore the unique Perissa Black Sand Beach.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at the Indian restaurant and overnight at your Santorini hotel.

Day 7: Santorini Volcanic Islands Cruise & Red Beach

Morning: Breakfast followed by a 3-hour volcanic islands cruise including a hot springs visit (sharing).

Afternoon: Transfer from Mykonos port to the striking Red Beach. Lunch is included enroute.

Evening: Dinner at the Indian restaurant and your final night stay at Theoxenia Caldera Hotel, Santorini.

Day 8: Departure from Santorini

Morning: Buffet breakfast followed by transfer to Santorini Airport for your onward flight.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Acropolis & Parthenon: 3 hours, Entrance included
• Acropolis Museum: 1.5 hours, Entrance included
• National Archaeological Museum: 1.5 hours, Entrance included
• Mykonos - Paradise Beach & Windmill: 2 hours, Included in guided tour
• Delos & Rhenia Cruise: Half day, Lunch included, Entrance to Delos not included
• Mykonos to Santorini Ferry: Approx. 2.5 hours, Cost not included in package
• Santorini Guided City Tour: 2-3 hours, Included
• Volcanic Islands Cruise & Hot Springs: 3 hours, Included
• Red Beach Visit: 1 hour, Included
• Total Estimated Package Cost Per Person: EUR 1,870 (based on 10-11 persons group size)

Tips

If you want a more relaxed pace, consider extending your stay in Santorini or Mykonos to soak in local culture and beaches. Conversely, if your schedule is tight, you may shorten your trip by skipping the Delos cruise or reducing time in Athens. Always check ferry availability early to avoid unexpected costs and ensure smooth transfers between islands.