Trabzon Zigana Mountain & Sumela Monastery Tour Itinerary
Greek Islands 9 Days – Athens, Santorini and Paros
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Greek Islands 9 Days – Athens, Santorini and Paros
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN ATHENS
Welcome to Greece! The birthplace of Western civilization! You will meet with our representative upon arrival and transfer to the hotel. Your adventure in the historical city of Athens has begun.
DAY 2: REGULAR HALF-DAY ATHENS SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Athens, including a visit to the Acropolis and its Museum and a panoramic tour of the city’s highlights. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring the city on your own. You can stroll along the many streets and join the locals in one of the many classy cafes that dot the centre of Athens. With so many historical landmarks, you have many options to visit and enjoy.
DAY 3: REGULAR FULL-DAY DELPHI
Depart for a full-day tour to Delphi, the ancient sanctuary of Apollo. Drive through Levadia and Arachova (famous for its ski resort and bright multi-coloured carpets). Visit the Museum, where one can see various archaeological treasures, such as the unique bronze Charioteer, then proceed along the sacred way to the Athenian treasury. Visit the Temple of Apollo and the Castalia Spring. Enjoy Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Athens in the evening.
DAY 4: ATHENS – SANTORINI
Transfer to the port and take the ferry to the island with the most spectacular landscape, breathtaking volcano views, black sand beaches and romantic sunsets. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and enjoy a free day. Walk around the town of Fira, full of unique shopping and quaint cafes and enjoy a fantastic view from the cliffs of Caldera or Oia.
DAY 5: SANTORINI
Enjoy a free day in Santorini, the most picturesque island in the world, with beautiful crystal clear water and white-washed buildings lining the crest of an ancient volcano thought to be the lost city of Atlantis.
DAY 6: SANTORINI – PAROS
Transfer to the port of Santorini and take the ferry to Paros, one of the most popular islands of Cyclades, which offers a perfect sample of the Cycladic architecture. Arrive and transfer to the hotel.
DAY 7: PAROS
Enjoy the beautiful island of Paros, a larger island with many things to see and do. The island is located in the heart of the Aegean Sea; therefore, you can discover a variety of beautiful beaches that range from secluded to cosmopolitan. There are many water activities, including kayaking, windsurfing and sailing.
DAY 8: PAROS-ATHENS
Transfer to the port for the ferry back to Piraeus port.
DAY 9: DEPARTURE
As you reflect on your visit to the Oracle, the beaches of Paros and the Santorini vistas, you may realize that you have just touched the surface of all that Greece has to offer and you may find yourself already dreaming of your next Greek vacation. A smile of satisfaction will accompany your transfer to Athens International Airport for your departure flight back home.