2-Week Athens Santorini & Mykonos Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Athens Santorini & Mykonos tour itineraries

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• Greco-Turkish Passion with Crete End Athens

  This 13-day trip covers 7 stops in Turkey and Greece, starting in Istanbul where you'll see Süleymaniye Mosque and Topkapi Palace before heading to Santorini's cliffside town of Oia. You'll check out Ephesus's ancient ruins, the Basilica of St. John, and the House of the Virgin Mary, then take a private boat cruise on the Bosphorus.

  

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  • Istanbul Turkey

    235 mi

  • Kusadasi Turkey

    57 mi

  • Bodrum Turkey

    48 mi

  • Marmaris Turkey

    25 mi

  • Mugla Turkey

    25 mi

  • Marmaris Turkey

    29 mi

  • Rhodes Greece

    24 mi
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  • Lindos Greece

    173 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

    37 mi

  • Rethymnon Greece

    28 mi

  • Chania Greece

    64 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

    2 mi

  • Knossos Greece

    30 mi

  • Agia Galini Greece

    30 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

    33 mi

  • Agios Nikolaos Greece

    4 mi

  • Elounda Greece

    2 mi

  • Spinalonga Greece

    33 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

    74 mi

  • Santorini Greece

    6 mi

  • Oia Greece

    4 mi

  • Thera Greece

    143 mi

  • Athens Greece

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• 11 Day Greece Itinerary, incl. Athens and Greek Islands

  The Greek islands come alive in this 11-day tour across 3 iconic locations: 4 nights in historic Athens (including arrival/departure), 3 nights in Mykonos with a local farm visit, and 3 nights in Santorini featuring a volcano cruise. High-speed ferries provide seamless island connections, with door-to-door transfers included.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Athens

    Start your Greek journey with three nights in Athens. Book afternoon flights to avoid morning traffic when arriving at Athens International Airport. The Plaka neighborhood is a perfect base for exploring major attractions. On day 2, explore the city on your own. Visit the Monastiraki flea market early in the morning before the crowds arrive. One traveler shared: "The best way to experience Athens is getting lost in the little streets of Plaka, stopping for coffee at local cafes away from the tourist spots." Day 3 starts with a guided tour of the Acropolis and main archaeological sites. Arrive at the Acropolis by 8:30 AM to beat the heat and crowds. You'll visit the Panathinaiko Stadium, Temple of Zeus, and Acropolis Museum. Bring sturdy shoes since the marble steps can be slippery.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Mykonos

    Take a ferry from Piraeus port to Mykonos (4-6 hours). High-speed ferries are faster but may cancel in rough weather. Reserved airline-style seats offer more comfort if you want to upgrade. Walk through Mykonos Town to see the famous windmills and white lanes. Take a guided tour of the medieval town and visit the Mykonian Farm in Ano Mera village. A visitor noted: "The farm visit was unexpectedly wonderful - we learned about local agriculture while enjoying raki and traditional snacks in a beautiful setting." Use your free day to find secluded beaches. Skip crowded Paradise Beach and head to quieter Agios Sostis. Buses run regularly but taxis are scarce, so book your return trips ahead of time.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Santorini

    Travel to Santorini by ferry (2-4 hours). Sit on the port side for amazing caldera views as you arrive. Stay in Imerovigli to enjoy caldera views without Oia's tourist crowds. Take a boat tour to the volcano and hot springs. Be ready for a 20-minute uphill walk to the crater. The mud baths are unique but water temperatures vary. One visitor advised: "Bring water shoes for the hot springs - the volcanic rocks are sharp and the sulfur can stain swimsuits." Spend a full day in Oia seeing blue-domed churches and sunset spots. Book a view restaurant well in advance for sunset since viewpoints get packed. Visit Akrotiri archaeological site at 8 AM opening to avoid crowds.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Return to Athens

    Return to Athens by ferry (4-6 hours) for your final night. Shop at Monastiraki Flea Market or enjoy dinner with Acropolis views from a rooftop restaurant. Plan extra time to reach the airport. The X95 bus from Syntagma Square takes 45-60 minutes depending on traffic.

    

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• Greek Islands, Northern Greece and Peloponnese

  This 11-day tour visits 15 destinations across the Greek islands and mainland, including 2 nights each in Mykonos and Santorini. See major sites like the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries, the ancient Olympic site in Olympia, and the 2,400-year-old Theater of Epidaurus. Ferry transfers connect Athens with Mykonos and Santorini, while the Peloponnese leg includes visits to Mycenae's 18th-century BC citadel and the Fortress of Acrocorinth.

  

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  • Athens Greece

    95 mi

  • Mykonos Greece

    73 mi

  • Santorini Greece

    220 mi

  • Kamena Vourla Greece

    25 mi

  • Delphi Greece

    44 mi

  • Corinth Greece

    44 mi

  • Poros Greece

    23 mi
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  • Epidaurus Greece

    15 mi

  • Nafplion Greece

    23 mi

  • Tripoli Greece

    39 mi

  • Olympia Greece

    41 mi

  • Patras Greece

    11 mi

  • Nafpaktos Greece

    67 mi

  • Mycenae Greece

    56 mi

  • Athens Greece

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