What's the typical duration of Athens, Santorini & Mykonos tours starting in Athens?

Tours generally span 7-10 days with 8-9 day trips being the most common choice for visitors. The Greek Island Hopper format dedicates 2 days to Athens landmarks including the Acropolis and Parthenon followed by 3-day stays in both Santorini and Mykonos. Past travelers report the three-day allocation for each destination provides sufficient time to explore local culture sites and dining at a comfortable pace. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "3 days in each location gave us time to explore the area culture and people. We had plenty of time for shopping dining checking out local places of interest at our own pace."

What are the common starting points for tours in Athens?

Tour groups typically gather at Athens International Airport where transfers bring guests to hotels near central locations such as Syntagma Square Plaka or the Acropolis district. The Divani Caravel Hotel Radisson Blu Park Hotel and Crystal City Hotel serve as frequent meeting points for tour departures. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our driver was waiting at Athens airport with our name and the transfer to our hotel near Syntagma Square was seamless."

What's the best time of year to start an Athens-Islands tour?

The main tourist season runs May through September with July and August drawing the largest crowds to Athens and the islands. Experienced travelers often choose June or September for pleasant weather and fewer tourists. Spring and fall months like April and October offer comfortable Athens temperatures around 20°C (68°F) while the islands maintain warmer conditions. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We went in September and the weather was perfect - warm enough for swimming but not too hot for sightseeing in Athens."

What accommodation options are available in Athens before heading to the islands?

Most tours place guests in 4-star properties such as the Titania Hotel near Syntagma Square or the Fresh Hotel in the historic center before continuing to island destinations. These hotels provide strategic locations for exploring attractions and accessing transportation. According to a TourRadar review: "The Titania Hotel in Athens was perfectly located - we could walk to the Acropolis and Plaka district easily."

What are the must-see attractions in Athens at the start of the tour?

Key sites include the Acropolis complex Parthenon ruins Plaka's historic streets Temple of Zeus and the contemporary Acropolis Museum. Most itineraries begin at the Panathenaic Stadium then explore the historic center near Syntagma Square. Visitors often stay at central properties like Dorian Inn or Athens Avenue. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "Our first day walking tour through Athens including the Acropolis and ancient agora was incredible - the local guide made history come alive."

What optional activities are available during free time in Athens?

During free periods visitors can join sunset tours to Cape Sounion explore food tours in Plaka visit the Ancient Agora or take day excursions to Delphi or Meteora. Local tour representatives help arrange these add-on experiences. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "Our Athens representative helped arrange an amazing food tour through Plaka and Monastiraki that became a trip highlight."

Athens Santorini & Mykonos Tours from Athens

An adventure starting in Athens is a great way to see Athens Santorini & Mykonos. We have 124 tours that range from 3 days up to 20 days. The most popular time for tours from Athens is May, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Athens Santorini & Mykonos tours from Athens

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Greece Island Hopper featuring Athens, Mykonos and Santorini (2025)
4.7 (140 traveler reviews)
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Akrotiri
Age Range
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Regions
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4.7 (19 traveler reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Absolutely beautiful hotels, will 100% be back to the harmony boutique in mykonos."
alexus, traveled in February
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Greek IslandsAegean IslandsCyclades GreeceMykonosAthens Santorini & Mykonos+4 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
21% Off
From $2,399
US$1,895per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Best Islands of Greece
4.9 (11 traveler reviews)
"The overall experience was excellent."
Kevin, traveled in March
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
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Operated in
English
Operator
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From $5,640
US$3,666per person
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Mykonos, Santorini & Athens Experience - Premium SemiPrivate Tour
4.8 (32 traveler reviews)
"Delicious meals; mid-class or above overnights. And we were able to make decisions on our own much of the time."
Sharon, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Greek IslandsAegean IslandsCyclades GreeceMykonosAthens Santorini & Mykonos+4 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Travel Zone
25% Off
From $3,053
US$2,289per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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4.4 (8 traveler reviews)
"Every detail reflected care and thoughtfulness, from the charming family-run hotels to the base of the excursions. Highly recommended for travelers who appreciate authenticity."
Margaret, traveled in October
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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English, Spanish
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43% Off
From $3,127
US$1,782per person
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4.8 (25 traveler reviews)
"Our trip was magic, with brilliant itenary and it was all smooth as clock work."
Maria, traveled in September
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Greek IslandsAegean IslandsCyclades GreeceMykonosAthens Santorini & Mykonos+4 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Travel Zone
25% Off
From $2,177
US$1,632per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Mykonos, Santorini & Athens Experience - Standard
5.0 (13 traveler reviews)
"We had a perfect vacation in Greece. Everything went as planned."
Pamela, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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English, Spanish
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Travel Zone
25% Off
From $2,566
US$1,925per person
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Best Greek Islands Tour - 8 Days - Premium
4.6 (6 traveler reviews)
"The ferry connections and transfers were seamless, and the hotels were charming."
Sophie, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Travel Zone
25% Off
From $2,548
US$1,911per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Mykonos & Santorini Experience - Premium
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"Travel zone provided us with all the services we requested. I want to congratulate them for making these vacations unforgettable for my family."
DeborahFeldbau, traveled in July
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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Operated in
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Operator
Travel Zone
25% Off
From $2,638
US$1,979per person
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5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"We loved the day trip to the island of Delos. It took about thirty minutes to get there from Mykonos."
Gloria, traveled in September
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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Operator
Travel Zone
25% Off
From $2,438
US$1,828per person
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Athens, Santorini & Mykonos with 3 Guided Tours | SemiPrivate | 10 Days
4.7 (122 traveler reviews)
"It was definitely an amazing tour! I would definitely recommend this tour to families and couples."
Juan, traveled in May
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
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Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Travel Zone
40% Off
From $3,992
US$2,395per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Cultural Athens & Island Hopping Mykonos - Santorini (Self-guided)
4.6 (97 traveler reviews)
"Logistics were smooth and problem-free. We would book this tour again and appreciate TourRadar providing a wonderful experience."
Lynnmarie, traveled in June
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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Destinations
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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