Cyclades & Athens: Highlights

Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be escorted to your hotel in Rafina. In the evening, you'll enjoy a traditional Greek dinner at a local taverna in the port of Rafina, where you'll meet your tour guide and fellow travelers. You'll spend the night in Rafina.

We'll start the day early with a ferry ride to Tinos. Here, you'll be captivated by the island's wild beauty, marble alleyways, and attractive beaches. We'll visit the Kechrovouni Monastery and learn about its history. In the afternoon, we'll explore the old town and the Evangelistria Church, a significant pilgrimage site. We'll spend the night on Tinos.

In the morning, we'll take a ferry to Naxos. After settling in, we'll take an afternoon walk through the medieval, picturesque old town of Naxos, exploring its cathedral, the gate of the temple of Apollo, and local stores. We'll spend the next five nights in Naxos.

We'll spend the day exploring Naxos, the largest Cyclades island. Our journey will take us to the Byzantine church of Panagia Drossiani in Moni and the traditional mountain village of Apiranthos. We'll also visit the ancient quarries of Apollo, where you can marvel at the unfinished statue of Kouros.

On this day, we'll take a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Delos, where we'll explore the ruins of the sacred district of Apollo and a small museum. We'll then travel to Mykonos by boat, where you can enjoy a stroll through the main town with its picturesque windmills, churches, and white houses.

Today is a free day for you to explore at your own pace. You can stroll through the castro district of Naxos-Chora, go for a hike, or relax on one of the long sandy beaches. Your tour guide will be happy to provide recommendations.

We'll spend the day exploring the island of Paros. We'll visit the famous marble quarries of Marathi, the small mountain village of Lefkes, and the picturesque fishing port of Naoussa. In Parikia, we'll visit the 'hundred-gated' church of Katapoliani. After a culturally enriching day, we'll sample local products and enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea.

We'll continue our journey by ferry to the famous island of Santorini. After arriving in the afternoon, you'll have time to relax at your hotel's pool or walk to the beautiful beach. In the evening, we'll dine at one of the local taverns in town. We'll spend the next three nights on Santorini.

We'll spend the day exploring the spectacular landscape of Santorini. We'll visit the buried city of Akrotiri, stroll through the picturesque Catholic quarter, and tour the island's capital, Fira. We'll also visit a local winery for a guided tour and wine tasting. In the afternoon, we'll drive to Oia, the oldest village on the island, where you can enjoy stunning views of the deep blue sea.

Today is a free day for you to explore at your own pace. We recommend a boat trip to the pre-glacial islands of Nea Kameni, Pelea Kameni, and Thirassia. You can walk by the crater of the still active volcano on Nea Kameni, bathe in the yellow-green sulfur water on Palea Kameni, or relax on the beach on Thirassia.

Our memorable journey through the Cyclades Islands comes to an end. After an eventful time, you'll fly back from Santorini to your home country.