Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
After your international flight lands, you'll transfer to your hotel and have the rest of the day to yourself. Wander through the historic Plaka District where traditional tavernas line the streets, check out the Acropolis, or browse through local shops at your own pace.
- Start point
- Athina, Attica, Greece (airport)
Optional Activities
- Explore the Acropolis independently
- Visit the Plaka District
- Shopping in local areas
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Plaka District 
- Day 2
Athens to Heraklion
Breakfast at your hotel comes first, then you'll join a guided half-day bus tour hitting major Athens landmarks like the Panathenaic Stadium, Hadrian's Arch, Parliament, and the Acropolis. After the New Acropolis Museum, you're free for the afternoon. Later in the day you'll head to Piraeus port and board an overnight ferry to Heraklion, Crete.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided half-day bus tour of Athens including Panathenaic Stadium, Presidential residence, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Parliament and Unknown Soldier memorial, Academy, University, National Library, and Constitution Square (Syntagma)
- Guided visit of the Acropolis
- New Acropolis Museum visit
- Overnight ferry Athens to Heraklion
Landmarks Panathenaic Stadium Presidential residence Temple of Olympian Zeus Hadrian's Arch Parliament Unknown Soldier memorial Academy University National Library Constitution Square (Syntagma) Acropolis New Acropolis Museum 
- Day 3
Heraklion
You'll arrive early morning at Heraklion port and transfer to your hotel. Once you've had time to freshen up, take a city tour through Crete's capital seeing the impressive Venetian Walls, Lion Square with the Morosini Fountain, the Venetian Loggia, and Koules Fortress from the outside. The rest of your day is free to do as you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Heraklion including Venetian Walls, Lion Square, Morosini Fountain, Venetian Loggia, and Koules Fortress (exterior)
Landmarks Venetian Walls Lion Square Morosini Fountain Venetian Loggia Koules Fortress - Day 4
Heraklion
This entire day is yours to plan. Relax if you want, visit mountain villages, spend time along the coastline, or sign up for optional excursions like exploring the Palace of Knossos. It's completely up to you how to fill the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the Palace of Knossos
- Discover charming villages
- Enjoy the island's coastline
Landmarks Palace of Knossos - Day 5
Heraklion to Chania
After breakfast, you'll transfer across Crete toward Chania, driving through scenic mountain terrain and olive groves with coastal views along the way. Once at your hotel in Chania, the afternoon and evening are free to walk through the old town with its Venetian harbor, narrow streets, colorful houses, and traditional tavernas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Chania's old town independently
- Walk along the Venetian harbor waterfront
- Browse artisan workshops
- Visit traditional tavernas
Landmarks Venetian Harbor Chania Old Town - Day 6
Chania
A guided city tour takes you through Chania's Old Town with its winding streets and hidden courtyards, the historic Venetian Harbor and its ancient lighthouse, the former Venetian and Turkish quarters, and Firka Fortress from outside. You'll also visit vibrant local markets selling herbs, cheeses, and spices. By afternoon you're free to relax by the water, check out museums, or try authentic Cretan food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Chania including Old Town, Venetian Harbor with historic lighthouse, former Venetian and Turkish quarters, Firka Fortress (exterior), and local markets
Optional Activities
- Explore museums
- Dine at waterfront restaurants
Landmarks Chania Old Town Venetian Harbor Venetian Lighthouse Firka Fortress - Day 7
Chania to Athens
You have a full free day in Chania to enjoy your final hours. Return to corners of the Old Town you liked, shop for local products such as olive oil and handmade ceramics, or sit with coffee overlooking the Venetian Harbor. In the late afternoon, transfer to Chania Port for your overnight ferry back to Athens.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Overnight ferry Chania to Athens
Optional Activities
- Browse boutique shops for olive oil, leather goods, and handmade ceramics
- Enjoy leisurely coffee at the Venetian Harbor
- Revisit favorite spots in the Old Town
Landmarks Chania Old Town Venetian Harbor - Day 8
Athens
Early morning brings you back to Piraeus Port after the overnight ferry. You'll transfer to your Athens hotel where the day is entirely free. Check out the National Archaeological Museum, walk through historic neighborhoods like Monastiraki and Plaka, or arrange optional excursions to Cape Sounion or the nearby Saronic Islands if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the National Archaeological Museum
- Walk through Monastiraki neighborhood
- Walk through Plaka neighborhood
- Half-day tour to Cape Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon
- Day cruise to the Saronic Islands of Aegina, Poros, and Hydra
Landmarks National Archaeological Museum Monastiraki Plaka Cape Sounion Temple of Poseidon Aegina Poros Hydra 
- Day 9
Athens
Breakfast at your hotel happens first, then you have time for your own activities in Athens. When it's time, you'll transfer to the airport for your return flight or onward travel in Europe. Your tour services end here.
- End point
- Athina, Attica, Greece (airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
