Greek Isles: Athens, Mykonos + Santorini

On arrival at the airport, you’ll be warmly greeted and chauffeured to your choice of hotel, the first class Athens Gate Hotel or the luxury Hotel Grande Bretagne. Settle in to your guestroom and enjoy the rest of this day at leisure.

Inhabited for more than 7 millennia, Athens is a vibrant modern capital filled with some of the world’s most celebrated sites of antiquity. Setting out this morning with your chauffeured vehicle and expert private guide, you’ll explore both the modern and ancient faces of the city—from Parliament, the National Library and Pan-Athenian Stadium to the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch. Ascending to the fabled Acropolis #WHS# in the center of Athens, you’ll behold world-famous monuments like the Parthenon and the Erechtheion with its iconic statues of six maidens known as the Caryatids. Then tour the New Acropolis Museum with its outstanding collection of sculpture and artifacts that once adorned the ancient citadel. The rest of your afternoon and evening are free to explore and enjoy as you wish. Please contact us if you would like to spend additional nights here in Athens. We can arrange a pre-stay along with a variety of excursions to further explore the region. CLICK HERE [/~/getmedia/72e81aae-7849-467e-99ed-1f1c5155c99f/Europe-Greece-Athens-Optional-Tours.pdf.aspx] to see our Privately Guided Tours in and around Athens. Meals B

After breakfast, you’ll be chauffeured to the airport for your included flight to Mykonos. On arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to your choice of accommodations, the first class Semeli Hotel in a superior sea view room or the luxury Petasos Beach Resort & Spa in a deluxe sea view room. The rest of this day is at leisure so you can shop, explore or simply soak in the magic of Mykonos as you wish. Meals B

In the heart of the Cyclades Islands, Mykonos is legendary for its cosmopolitan jet-set allure, whitewashed buildings, gorgeous scenery and timeless culinary traditions. With your own chauffeured vehicle and resident in-the-know guide, your half-day tour will explore both the culture and the beauty of the island. Take in the views of the once-sacred isle of Delos as you drive by the tranquil bay at Agios Ioannis and continue to the charming inland village of Ano Mera – famous for its quaint town square and local wines. At a nearby vineyard estate, you’ll sample some of their red and white wines – accompanied by a selection of mezze dishes including the local prosciutto and an aged gruyere cheese from Naxos that is traditionally served with honey. Returning to your hotel later this afternoon, the rest of this day and evening are free to enjoy as you wish. Before taking your leave, our guide will be happy to offer some recommendations for dinner. Meals B

There are many reasons why Mykonos has long been a favorite destination for globe-trotting travelers, from world-famous celebrities and archaeology enthusiasts wishing to explore Delos to anyone in search of a magical island getaway. This entire day is free for you to experience more of Mykonos at your own pace.   If you prefer additional privately guided touring, we offer a variety of activities that you might choose to enhance your stay on the island. CLICK HERE [/~/getmedia/9852df02-1487-47e1-a7c6-1aac668639e5/Europe-Greece-Mykonos-Optional-Tours.pdf.aspx] to see our Privately Guided Tours on Mykonos including our guided excursion to Delos. Meals B

This morning, you’ll be chauffeured to the pier where the high speed ferry will take you to another idyllic spot in the Cyclades Islands. Sit back and enjoy comfortable Business Class seating as you make the journey southward across the Aegean Sea. Upon arriving on the storied island of Santorini, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to your choice of hotel, the first class Astra Suites in a classic junior suite or the luxury Secret Boutique Hotel in a pure suite with caldera view. The balance of your afternoon and evening are at leisure to relax, enjoy and dine as you wish. Meals B

Enjoy a leisurely morning to soak up more of Santorini’s beguiling ambiance at your own pace. Later this afternoon, our specially-planned private excursion will introduce you the island’s wonderful culinary and winemaking traditions. Accompanied by your engaging personal guide, an afficionado of Santorini’s food and wine, you’ll spend time on two different vineyard estates. Learn about the island’s long viticultural traditions and sample some of their fine vintages – both red and white. Then continue to one of our favorite tavernas for a Greek Mezze-style meal. Similar to Spanish tapas, these traditional dishes are ideal for sharing and a great way to sample a variety of local fare. This 5-hour excursion includes roundtrip chauffeured transportation from your hotel and our privately guided services. Meals B+D

With its spectacular turquoise waters, picturesque villages and Bronze Age archaeological sites, Santorini has something for everyone. There are also those inviting beaches, oft-photographed sunsets and myriad boutiques to tempt the shopper. So take this day to do exactly as you wish!  If you prefer additional privately guided touring, we offer a variety of excursions that you might choose to enhance your time on Santorini. CLICK HERE [/~/getmedia/04950f44-b174-4931-b26f-76f721b81c15/Europe-Greece-Santorini-Optional-Tours.pdf.aspx] to see Privately Guided Tours and Activities by land and sea. Meals B

After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be chauffeured to the airport for your included flight back to Athens where you can connect with your onward journey. If you wish to explore more of Greece such as the Pelion Peninsula or Meteora Monasteries, our travel experts can assist with all arrangements including transportation, accommodations and our privately guided sightseeing. Meals B