I noticed most of your tours indicate ages from 18 to 35. Do you not allow people over 35?!? My wife and I are both in our 70's but very healthy. Please clarify.

Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18-35 years old to be eligible to join. However, we would like to recommend one of our sister brands - CostSaver which is open to all ages, and may be a great fit for you. CostSaver has all essentials taken care of with the flexibility of 1000 Choice Experiences, to tailor your trip with your way. Alternatively, you could look at any of our other Tour Brands such as Trafalgar, Insight or Luxury Gold.

Is it recommended to arrive on 5 aug or earlier on 4 aug? Can an extra night be booked in the first accommodation? Are most people staying a few days in Athens after the trip? Is it recommended to bring a backpack or wheeled travel bag? What are the ages and nationalities of other travelers?

Arriving on August 5th provides ample time. If you want extra exploration time, arriving August 4th is advisable. We can assist booking an extra accommodation night. Many guests extend stay in Athens. Both backpack and wheeled travel bag are suitable. Luggage restrictions: single bag max 29"x20"x10", 44 lbs. Carry-on must fit under seat. Tours typically attract diverse travelers from different countries and ages.

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Island Hopping: Hop between sun-soaked shores and hidden islands
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 30
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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Athens
Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Arion Hotel (or similar))
Day 2
Athens - Thermopylae - Meteora
Athens - Thermopylae - Meteora
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Edelweiss Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Parthenon and Acropolis
- Visit Hot Gates of Thermopylae
- View Spartan memorial
- Explore Meteora monasteries and rock formations
Landmarks
Parthenon
Acropolis
Hot Gates of Thermopylae
Meteora
Day 3
Meteora - Delphi
Meteora - Delphi
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Parnassos Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore monasteries on Meteora cliffs
- Visit sacred lands of Delphi
Optional Activities
- Beekeeping experience - learn about ancient Greek honey production at a family-run business
Landmarks
Meteora
Delphi Archaeological Site
Day 4
Delphi - Athens
Delphi - Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (A conveniently located hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Sanctuary of Apollo
Landmarks
Sanctuary of Apollo
Mt. Parnassus
Day 5
Athens - Mykonos
Athens - Mykonos
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Paradise Beach (upgraded rooms) (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Athens to Mykonos with reserved seating
Optional Activities
- Explore Mykonos by Night - guided walking tour through narrow alleyways and paths, visit famous windmills and Little Venice, taste Greek souvlaki - €57.00
Landmarks
Mykonos
Day 6
Mykonos
Mykonos
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Paradise Beach (upgraded rooms) (or similar))
Landmarks
Paradise Beach
Day 7
Mykonos - Paros
Mykonos - Paros
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Mykonos to Paros with reserved seating
Optional Activities
- Local family-run winery tour followed by visit to local village and fishing village of Naoussa
Landmarks
Paros
Naoussa
Day 8
Paros
Paros
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar))
Included Activities
- Full day sailing around Paros and surrounding islands
- Dinner at local restaurant
Day 9
Paros - Santorini
Paros - Santorini
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Iliada - Odysseas Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Paros to Santorini with reserved seating
Optional Activities
- Evening cruise to view iconic Fira
Landmarks
Fira
Day 10
Santorini
Santorini
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Iliada - Odysseas Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Fira with walk through iconic white houses and blue domes
Optional Activities
- Visit Oia
- Visit black sand beach
- Attend Greek wedding experience
Landmarks
Perissa Beach
Oia
Fira
Day 11
Santorini - Ios
Santorini - Ios
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Far Out Beach Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Santorini to Ios with reserved seating
Landmarks
Ios
Day 12
Ios
Ios
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Far Out Beach Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Speedboat safari around Ios coast - explore underwater caves, snorkel around shipwreck, visit hidden beaches, beach games and snack - €50.00
- Stroll through village of Chora
Landmarks
Chora
Day 13
Ios - Athens
Ios - Athens
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Dorian Inn (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Ios to Athens with reserved seating
Optional Activities
- Farewell dinner
Day 14
Athens
Athens
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Parthenon
Acropolis
Hot Gates of Thermopylae
Meteora

Landmarks
Meteora
Delphi Archaeological Site

Landmarks
Sanctuary of Apollo
Mt. Parnassus

Landmarks
Mykonos

Landmarks
Paradise Beach

Landmarks
Paros
Naoussa

Landmarks
Fira

Landmarks
Perissa Beach
Oia
Fira

Landmarks
Ios

Landmarks
Chora

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Arion Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Edelweiss Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 2
Parnassos Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 3
A conveniently located hotel
Hotel
day 4
Paradise Beach (upgraded rooms) (or similar)
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar)
Hotel
Days 7, 8
Iliada - Odysseas Resort (or similar)
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Days 9, 10
Far Out Beach Resort (or similar)
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Days 11, 12
Dorian Inn (or similar)
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day 13

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Ann
Asked on March 8th, 2026
I noticed most of your tours indicate ages from 18 to 35. Do you not allow people over 35?!? My wife and I are both in our 70's but very healthy. Please clarify.
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18-35 years old to be eligible to join. However, we would like to recommend one of our sister brands - CostSaver which is open to all ages, and may be a great fit for you. CostSaver has all essentials taken care of with the flexibility of 1000 Choice Experiences, to tailor your trip with your way. Alternatively, you could look at any of our other Tour Brands such as Trafalgar, Insight or Luxury Gold.
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Sylvia
Asked on April 28th, 2024
Is it recommended to arrive on 5 aug or earlier on 4 aug? Can an extra night be booked in the first accommodation? Are most people staying a few days in Athens after the trip? Is it recommended to bring a backpack or wheeled travel bag? What are the ages and nationalities of other travelers?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2024
  Arriving on August 5th provides ample time. If you want extra exploration time, arriving August 4th is advisable. We can assist booking an extra accommodation night. Many guests extend stay in Athens. Both backpack and wheeled travel bag are suitable. Luggage restrictions: single bag max 29"x20"x10", 44 lbs. Carry-on must fit under seat. Tours typically attract diverse travelers from different countries and ages.
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Morgan
Asked on February 4th, 2023
What's with age range of 18-35?
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2023
  Contiki Tours are created typically for travelers who are 18 to 35 years of age. You will need to be within the age bracket to travel with Contiki.

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