Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Athens
AthensOptional Activities
- Changing of the guard at Syntagma (Parliament) Square
- Visit the Acropolis and Pantheon
- Explore National Gardens
- Visit Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Visit original Olympic Stadium
- Urban Adventure day trip - 'Taste of Athens'
- Urban Adventure day trip - 'Markets, Ruins and Ancient Athens'
- Day trip to Peloponnese peninsula via ancient Epidavros and Corinthian canal
- Gyros and ouzo with travel companions
Landmarks Acropolis Pantheon Syntagma Square National Gardens Temple of Olympian Zeus Olympic Stadium - Day 2
Piraeus to Syros
Piraeus to Syros- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional local restaurant meal)
Included Activities
- Lunch at local traditional restaurant
- Loukoumia Workshop Visit - see production of traditional Greek Delight (loukoumi) and chalvadopita
Optional Activities
- Explore Ermoupolis town
- Browse shops in Ermoupolis
- Sample traditional Greek sweets
Landmarks Ermoupolis - Day 3
Syros
Syros- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional meal at remotely located village with sunset views over the Aegean Sea)
Included Activities
- Ano Syros Walk - fortress-like town with views of the Aegean Sea
- Dinner at remotely located village with sunset views
Optional Activities
- Explore abandoned windmills
- Visit ancient ruins and archaeological sites
- Visit charming villages on stone-paved tracks
- Swim at various beaches (sandy and pebbly coves around the island)
- Visit tranquil coves outside Ermoupolis
- Visit beaches on southern side of island
Landmarks Ano Syros - Day 4
Syros to Mykonos
Syros to MykonosIncluded Activities
- Leader-guided walk through old town of Mykonos
Optional Activities
- Browse chic galleries and boutiques
- Explore flower-lined paths and secluded sandy beaches
- Visit bars and clubs
- Dine at backstreet restaurants
Landmarks Mykonos Old Town - Day 5
Mykonos - Delos
Mykonos - DelosIncluded Activities
- Half-day trip to the Island of Delos
- Archaeological Site guided tour at Delos
Optional Activities
- Visit one of Mykonos' beaches (Paradise or Super Paradise beach bars)
- Relax at quieter spots along the coastline
- Visit House of Lena
- Visit Aegean Maritime Museum
- Visit village of Ano Mera and seek out a tavern for seafood dinner
- Explore Little Venice
Landmarks Delos Terrace of the Lions Sacred Precinct House of Lena Aegean Maritime Museum Little Venice - Day 6
Mykonos to Santorini
Mykonos to SantoriniOptional Activities
- Visit Ancient Thira ruins
- Visit Prehistoric Museum
- Visit Akrotiri archaeological site
- Explore Thira (Fira) capital - restaurants and shops
- Visit Red Beach
- Visit black sand beaches (Perissa, Vlhada, Perivolos, Agios Georgios)
- Try local food from volcanic soil ingredients
Landmarks Ancient Thira Prehistoric Museum of Santorini Akrotiri Thira Red Beach Perissa Beach - Day 7
Santorini
SantoriniIncluded Activities
- Caldera Rim Hike to Oia - from Thira town through villages with spectacular views
Optional Activities
- Half-day trip to volcano and hot springs in the lagoon center
- Visit island wineries and learn about unusual vine cultivation
- Watch sunset at pubs and cafes
Landmarks Santorini Caldera Oia - Day 8
Santorini to Heraklion
Santorini to HeraklionOptional Activities
- Explore Venetian harbor
- Visit Koules Fortress
- Visit Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
- Wander shops and cafes
- Visit Palace of Knossos
Landmarks Venetian Harbor Koules Fortress Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Palace of Knossos - Day 9
Heraklion
HeraklionOptional Activities
- Visit Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
- Visit Palace of Knossos
- Visit Museum of Ancient Greek Technology by Kotsanas
- Group dinner after welcome meeting
Landmarks Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Palace of Knossos Museum of Ancient Greek Technology - Day 10
Heraklion to Omalos
Heraklion to OmalosIncluded Activities
- Archaeological Site exploration at Knossos with leader
- Wine tasting at nearby winery with education on grape varieties
Landmarks Knossos - Day 11
Omalos to Sougia
Omalos to Sougia- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional homecooked meal with local family in rural area with seasonal local dishes)
Included Activities
- Coastal Boat Ride with swimming stops
- Family lunch - traditional homecooked meal in rural area
Optional Activities
- Explore coastal trails
- Swim in warm waters
- Relax on beach
Landmarks Sougia - Day 12
Sougia
SougiaIncluded Activities
- Agia Irini Gorge Hike with stops and historical stories
Optional Activities
- Explore Sougia beaches
- Swim in the waters
- Relax on beach
Landmarks Agia Eirini Gorge - Day 13
Sougia to Chania
Sougia to ChaniaIncluded Activities
- Old Town guided tour - explore markets, Ottoman neighbourhood, Jewish quarter, and traditional pottery workshops
Optional Activities
- Explore Old Town at own pace
- Dine at local restaurants
Landmarks Chania Old Town - Day 14
Chania
ChaniaOptional Activities
- Boat tour of Balos and Gamvousa Islands
- Kalitsounia workshop - learn to make famous Cretan pastry with choice of fillings
- Dine at local restaurant with Cretan wine pairing
Landmarks Balos Islands Gamvousa Islands - Day 15
Chania
Chania- Meals
- Breakfast
