Luxury Greek Island Hopping

Day 1 : Athens

On arrival in Athens you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Athens is dominated by the view of the Acropolis site of the Parthenon, one of the most famous classical monuments in the world. Explore Kolonaki’s famous district with its European boutique stores, upscale restaurants and interesting museums and galleries.
Wander through cobblestoned streets in the old town neighborhood of Plaka, charming tavernas, and ancient monuments that lend Athens its unique charm and character.

Day 2 : Athens > Mykonos

This morning enjoy a private sightseeing tour of the city, with highlights including the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and more. At the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the golden age of Athens: the Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Parthenon. Complete the experience with a visit to the acclaimed Acropolis Museum with your licensed guide and the ancient Agora of Athens. Later, transfer to Piraeus port for a business class ferry or hydrofoil ride to Mykonos, where you will be met and transferred back to your hotel.

Days 3 & 4 : Mykonos

Enjoy two days at leisure.

The perfect example of Cycladic architecture set around a picturesque fishing village bay, Mykonos has organic whitewashed buildings jumbled into a haphazard maze of narrow alleys and streets. The surrounding bare hills reflect starkly against the bluest of skies and deep blue sea. Churches and windmills abound and along with a vigorous nightlife – it is no wonder Mykonos has often been named “the jewel” of the Aegean Sea. Consider exploring the nearby Delos island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or relax on the world-famous beaches like Psarou and Elia.

Day 5 : Mykonos > Paros

You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the port for your business class ferry or hydrofoil to Paros. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 6 : Paros

Spend your day at leisure. Paros is known for its exquisite sandy beaches and crystal waters while charming traditional villages of whitewashed houses highlighted with bougainvillea crowd narrow alleys and restaurants are abuzz with life.

Day 7 : Paros > Naxos

This morning you will be met and transferred to the port for a ferry or hydrofoil ride to Naxos. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 8 : Naxos

At leisure on Naxos. Naxos is the largest island in the group and is the mythical home to Bacchus (Dionysus) and Ariadne – the daughter of the Cretan king Minos who helped Theseaus slay the Minotaur. Theseus abandoned Ariadne on Naxos and she eventually found solace in the arms of Bacchus. Naxos has always been a magnet for archaeologists, historians, scholars and artists alike drawn by the culture that has flourished here for centuries. You may want to visit the Portara (Temple of Apollo’s entrance) at sunset for a breathtaking view, or explore the traditional villages of Halki and Apiranthos.

Day 9 : Naxos > Santorini

You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the port for your business class ferry or hydrofoil to Santorini. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

Days 10 & 11 : Santorini

Enjoy the next two days at leisure exploring this region.

The island faces the Caldera, the famous submerged volcano crater situated in the middle of the water. From the imposing cliffs, one can admire some of the most stunning little villages that seem suspended in the sky. These are made of white typical Cycladic houses with blue painted windows facing the black volcanic rock of the Caldera – a truly arresting sight. You can enjoy a wine tasting or relax on the unique volcanic beaches of Red Beach and Kamari.

Day 12 : Santorini > Athens

You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the port for your ferry or hydrofoil back to Pireaus. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel for your final night in Greece. Enjoy an evening at leisure.

Day 13 : Athens

Today you will be transferred to the airport, where arrangements conclude.