Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
Start in Athens by heading to the Acropolis to see the Parthenon, Erectheion, and Temple of Athena Nike up close. From there, you'll walk through the Roman Agora and Ancient Agora, then stop by the Theatre of Dionysus. After that, spend some time wandering the narrow streets of Plaka with its old buildings and local shops. By evening, head down to Piraeus port to wrap up the day.
- Start point
- Pireas, Attica, Greece (port Piraeus, 20:00 - 22:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Acropolis including Parthenon, Erectheion, and Temple of Athena Nike
- Explore Roman Agora
- Explore Ancient Agora of Athens
- Visit Theatre of Dionysus
- Visit Temple of Hephaestus
- Walk through Plaka historic district
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Erectheion Temple of Athena Nike Roman Agora Ancient Agora of Athens Theatre of Dionysus Temple of Hephaestus Plaka Piraeus - Day 2
Kea
Take the ferry to Kea and explore Ioulida, the main village where cars aren't allowed so donkeys do the work. You can visit the Monastery of Panagia Kastriani sitting on top of Kastri hill, and then pop into a family pottery workshop to see craftspeople working with techniques passed down over a thousand years. Walk the old medieval stone paths heading toward Ancient Karthea and eventually reach the quiet beach at Poles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Donkey ride around Ioulida capital village
- Visit Monastery of Panagia Kastriani
- Visit authentic family pottery workshop
- Walk medieval cobblestone paths to Ancient Karthea
- Visit Archaeological Site of Karthea
- Visit secluded beach of Poles
Landmarks Ioulida Monastery of Panagia Kastriani Kastri hill Ancient Karthea Beach of Poles 
- Day 3
Syros
Sail to Syros and you'll find a mix of Cycladic and Venetian style that feels different from other Greek islands. Spend time in Ermoupoli checking out the colorful mansions and neoclassical buildings, then head up to Ano Syros for the medieval atmosphere. Later, walk through Dellagracia village and if you want a break, the Botanical Garden offers some quiet time. For food, try the local San Mihalis cheese and grab fresh seafood at a seaside tavern.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Ermoupoli capital city
- Visit Town Hall building
- Visit Apollo Theater
- Visit Pallas cinema
- Explore medieval district of Ano Syros
- Visit village of Dellagracia
- Visit town of Posidonia
- Visit Botanical Garden in Chroussa
- Visit Chapel of Saint Stefanos
- Taste San Mihalis cheese at Ai Mihalis village
- Dine at taverns in Galissas
Landmarks Ermoupoli Town Hall building Apollo Theater Pallas cinema Ano Syros Dellagracia Posidonia Botanical Garden Chapel of Saint Stefanos Ai Mihalis village Galissas - Day 4
Delos and Mykonos
This morning you'll go to Delos, a UNESCO archaeological site and the legendary home of Apollo and Artemis. Spend a few hours walking through this important ancient sanctuary. In the afternoon, head to Mykonos and check out the Folklore Museum or catch a film at Cine Manto if timing works out. Before dinner, wander through Ano Mera village for a taste of traditional Mykonos, then eat at one of the local taverns.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Delos Archaeological Sanctuary
- Visit Folklore Museum of Mykonos
- Watch film at Cine Manto
- Visit village of Ano Mera
Optional Activities
- Dine at Kiki's Tavern traditional Greek diner
- Dine at Farma farm-to-table restaurant
Landmarks Delos Archaeological Sanctuary Folklore Museum of Mykonos Cine Manto Ano Mera 
- Day 5
Amorgos
Get to Amorgos and start in Hora, the mountainous capital with white houses and stone windmills throughout. You can swim near the Olympia shipwreck and explore underwater caves if you're into that. The Archaeological Museum and sites show the island's history, and there's a hike up to the clifftop Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa if you have the energy. Visit some of the smaller villages tucked away on the island and try traditional local food and wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore capital Hora
- Swim at Olympia shipwreck in Bay of Liveros
- Swim or dive in underwater caves near Mouros beach
- Visit Archaeological Museum
- Visit Archaeological Site of Minoa
- Hike to Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa
- Visit Church of Agios Giannis Theologos
- Visit Chapel of Agia Triada
- Visit Chapel of Agia Anna
- Explore Aegiali village
- Hike Palea Strata route from Hora to Aegiali Bay
- Visit village of Arkesini
Optional Activities
- Take excursion boats to deserted isles of Nikouria and Gramvousa
- Hike to Village of Asfondylitis
- Spearfishing on Agios Ioannis and Naoussa beaches
- Diving excursions at multiple dive sites
- Star gazing at Tholaria village
- Taste homemade rakomelo and local delicacies
Landmarks Hora Bay of Liveros Mouros beach Archaeological Museum Tower of Gavras Archaeological Site of Minoa Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa Beach of Agia Anna Nikouria Island Gramvousa Island Village of Asfondylitis Church of Agios Nikolaos Church of Agios Giannis Theologos Chapel of Agia Triada Chapel of Agia Anna Aegiali Gulf Aegiali village Arkesini Tholaria village 
- Day 6
Naxos
Naxos is the biggest Cycladic island with fertile land all around. Walk the waterfront and historic alleys below the hilltop kastro, then visit the Castle of Naxos and check out the ancient temple sites nearby. You can stop at a cheese factory, olive oil mill, or citrus distillery to see local production and taste products. Head inland to mountain villages with marble buildings, and if you're interested, Apiranthos has five museums to choose from.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Castle of Naxos
- Visit Apollo Temple on islet next to old town
- Visit Naxos Archaeological Museum
- Visit Naxos cheese making factory Koufopoulos
- Visit Olive Oil Mill and Museum Eggaron in Eggares
- Visit Halki citrus distillery in Drimalia
- Visit Monastery of Panagia Ypsilotera near Galini
- Visit Damarionas ceramic workshop in Damalas
- Explore Emery Mines or Smirida in Za valley
- Travel along Galanado road to Halki
- Explore mountainous village of Apiranthos
Optional Activities
- Visit five museums in Apiranthos village
Landmarks Hora Castle of Naxos Apollo Temple Naxos Archaeological Museum Koufopoulos Cheese Factory Eggaron Olive Oil Mill and Museum Eggares Halki Drimalia Monastery of Panagia Ypsilotera Galini Damarionas Ceramic Workshop Damalas Emery Mines Smirida Za valley Galanado road Apiranthos 
- Day 7
Kythnos
Kythnos has Greece's first thermal spa, so that's a draw for many visitors. Explore the Cave of Katafyki and visit the Monastery of Panagia Kanala. The natural thermal springs are great for relaxing, and Messaria, the main town, shows off traditional Cycladic style. Check out Maroulas if you're interested in ancient history, swim at the double-sided Kolona beach that's unlike anywhere else, and tour the pottery workshop that won a UNESCO award.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Cave of Katafyki
- Visit Monastery of Panagia Kanala
- Treat at Thermal Springs of Loutra or Hydrotherapy center
- Explore Messaria capital
- Visit Archaeological Site of Maroulas
- Enjoy Kolona beach
- Visit UNESCO awarded pottery workshop
Optional Activities
- Spearfishing on Agios Ioannis beach
- Spearfishing on Naoussa beach
Landmarks Cave of Katafyki Monastery of Panagia Kanala Thermal springs of Loutra Messaria Archaeological Site of Maroulas Kolona beach Agios Loukas islet Agios Ioannis beach Naoussa beach - Day 8
Piraeus (Athens)
Head back to Piraeus, the port city just southwest of Athens. The harbor itself is worth a look with all the ferries, cargo ships, and hydrofoils coming and going constantly. Settle into Zea Marina or Mikrolimano where you'll find cafes, restaurants, and bars lining the water. It's a relaxed way to end the journey before heading back to the city.
- End point
- Pireas, Attica, Greece (port Piraeus, 09:00 - 09:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Piraeus harbor and quays
- Explore Zea Marina area
- Explore Mikrolimano harbor area
Landmarks Piraeus Zea Marina Mikrolimano
