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Itinerary and Overviews:

Day 1 - 2 (ATHENS)

> Private transfer to Hotel of your choice for 2 nights. (View Hotel Options)

> Private 1 Day Tour with English Speaking Driver  (View Tour Descriptions)

Athens The city of the Olympic Idea and the majestic Acropolis is the crossroads where east meets west and home to many cultural and fashion events. From her proud temples to the music players in the streets, this city displays her extensive history at every turn. Weave your way from Constitution Square to the beautiful national monuments through lush parks surrounded by preserved Corinthian columns. The new transportation system and pedestrian promenades efficiently interlace the antiquities, parks and many areas rich in nightlife like Plaka, Psirri and Thissio. Tradition, history, and modernity fuse harmoniously. Athens has become a modern city model that other European cities wish to emulate, especially after the 2004 Olympics. The streets have become public art museums where one can find a sculpture exhibition along side the ancient outdoor theater of Herodion, where festivals take place every summer, or a contemporary photo exhibit in the metro station. The beauty, music, art and culture and lively nightlife of Athens make Athenians proud and delighted visitors wish they could stay longer to experience more. While the visitor is sure to visit Plaka, there are many other charming areas of Athens. For example: Psirri, with its boutiques, enchanting tavernas, cafes and bars; where tiny alleys hold centuries of stories like the rembetika-filled nights where the women who inspired the likes of Lord Byron were coaxed from their balconies. Visit Kolonaki to shop the designer boutiques at the Acropolis foothills or have a coffee on the square. Places like the pine clad Lycabettus hill with its chapel of St. George offer a panoramic view of the city, are a visitor's must. The nearby Athens suburbs by the waterfront are also easy to get to and a delight to visit. Athens is filled with wondrous sights and surprises.

> Private transfer to airport to meet your flight to Mykonos

Day 3 - 6 (Mykonos)

> Upon arrival, transfer to luxury hotel of your choice for 3 nights. ( View Hotel Options)

Mykonos, Although one of the smallest islands of the Cyclades is definitely the most famous, thanks to its treasure of natural beauty, rich history, cosmopolitan character combined with a vibrant nightlife, as well as plenty of local color.  Mykonos is famous world-wide for its chalk-white beauty and its vibrant night life. Celebrities and dignitaries from all over the world make this island a world famous destination. Enjoy the beaches, take advantage of world-class shopping, and enjoy the rich nightlife. 

> Transfer to Port to meet Hydrofoil to Santorini

Day 6  - 9 (Santorini)

> Upon arrival, transfer to hotel of your choice for 4 nights.  ( View Hotel & Villa  Options)

Santorini. The enchanting island of the Southern Aegean Sea is a miracle. A blessed site of incredible beauty, created by the most terrifying and violent disaster in nature. Its wild beauty, unique architecture, black and red beaches, its 3,500 years old archaeological site at Akrotiri, its famous wineries and its dramatically aesthetic sunsets attract visitors to this tiny island from all over the world. Santorini is perhaps the most stunning landscape the world has to offer.

Day 9  - 13 (crete)

> Upon arrival, transfer to hotel of your choice for 4 nights.  ( View Hotel & Villa  Options)

The island of Crete could be a country in itself.  With its Minoan ruins, Samaria Gorge, and wonderful beaches and villages, Crete is a different world compared to other parts of Greece. The island of Crete has its own tradition, a distinct character and an island dialect.  

Few travelers need to be sold on the glories of the Minoan culture of Crete. But Crete also offers cities layered with 4,000 years of continuous inhabitation, including the vibrant heritage of centuries-old Orthodox Christianity and the distinctive imprint left by almost 700 years of Venetian and Turkish rule. Not to mention endless beaches and magnificent mountains, intriguing caves and resonant gorges, and countless villages and sites that provide unexpected and unforgettable experiences. Crete is unmatched in the diversity of history, archaeological sites, natural attractions, tourist amenities, and more.

An elaborate service industry has developed to please the thousands of foreigners who visit Crete each year. Facilities are available ranging from luxury resorts to deluxe city hotels to rustic guest rooms in villages that have hardly changed over several centuries.

> Transfer to airport for flight to Athens to meet international flight. 

Island Tours :

> Mykonos: Delos Island Tour

Tour to the uninhabited island of Delos,  the Sacred Island of Antiquity. The Birthplace of Apollo. The entire island, all 5 square kilometers, is an archaeological monument. Remains of temples, holy places, houses, and settlements dating back from the Neolithic to the Roman periods. There is no place in the world where one will not find photographs of the Lion Terrace, with its unique marble Lions.

The indoor Archaeological Museum is one of the best in the country. In fact, the site is so full and rich with antiquities that multiple visits are quite common.

Only a short boat ride away, and history awaits you. A must for all visitors.

> Volcano Tour and Hot Springs Santorini

This leisurely cruise to the Volcano, departing from the Old Port, gives you the opportunity to explore this beautiful natural landmark and take a refreshing dip in the warm waters of the Hot Springs.

Your tour will start from the Old Port (Gialos) in Fira, where you will set sail for the Volcano. Your  boat will dock at the Volcano, where you can explore this natural landmark. The view of the towering cliffs of the Caldera from the deck of a small boat is most impressive. You then continue to the Hot Springs where you will be able to take a refreshing dip in the warm waters and the black pumice rocks. Depart for your return journey to the Old Port. Upon reaching the town, you can either walk up the cliff side, use the funicular or for those who would like an alternative means of transport, take advantage of the waiting donkeys.

Travel Insurance:

TRAVEL2GREECE highly recommends the purchase of comprehensive travel insurance.  Insurance cost varies based on trip cost and travelers age.

Travel and Visa Requirements:

Greece is most easily reached by international air to Athens.  Domestic flights and ferry service is available for the islands.  Train and bus service, as well as rental car options, are available for travel within the Greek mainland. 

A valid passport is required for US and Canadian citizens to travel to Greece.  A visa is not required for stays up to 90 days. 

When to Go:

April  through October are the best months to visit Mykonos, Paros and Santorini.

Winters in Greece are quite mild.  Athens, Crete, Rhodes and the Mainland are great to visit  year round.

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