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Overview
Experience Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini in 9 days with Private Tours Greece, a Greece-based travel company. This itinerary pairs a guided Acropolis visit and Greek food tastings with time to explore two celebrated Cycladic islands.
Discover the Parthenon’s history, then taste spanakopita, koulouri, loukoumades, and souvlaki in Monastiraki. In Mykonos, explore Little Venice, browse local boutiques, and unwind on sandy beaches. In Santorini, wander cliffside villages and watch the sunset from Oia.
What makes this journey special is the balance: guided discovery in Athens, organized transfers between hotels, ports, and airports, and free time to enjoy the islands your way.
Book your preferred departure for a Greek escape combining ancient history, local flavors, and island life.
Options
4* star or boutique hotels
4* star or Boutique hotels
Pickup included
3* star or 3-Keys hotels
3* star or 3-Keys hotels
Pickup included
What's included
8 Nights hotel accommodation
Private Transfers from/to at all areas
Sunset Cruise to Caldera with BBQ on board
Breakfast
Fast Ferry tickets from/to Piraeus Port/Mykonos/Santorini
Guided Tour Acropolis and Food tasting at Monastiraki
Optional Tours in Mykonos and Santorini
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel City Tax 4-star
Hotel City Tax 3-star
What to expect
Day 1: Meet and Greet at Athens airport
45m
Welcome to Athens! Start your Greek escape with a personal meet and greet at Athens International Airport and a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure - unwind after your flight or head out for your first taste of Athens, from lively cafés to authentic Greek cuisine
Day 2: Acropolis Guided Tour & Greek Food Tasting in Monastiraki
Acropolis
2h
Discover the legends of ancient Athens and the flavors that make the city irresistible. Explore the Acropolis with your guide and admire the iconic Parthenon, built in the 5th century BC to honor Athena, the city’s patron goddess. Hear stories of ancient gods and Athens’ Golden Age as you take in sweeping views over the Greek capital.
Monastiraki
2h
Then head to lively Monastiraki for a delicious introduction to Greek favorites. Savor flaky spanakopita, a sesame-crusted koulouri, golden loukoumades, and freshly prepared souvlaki. Between tastings, soak up the neighborhood’s bustling atmosphere - a memorable blend of ancient wonders, local culture, and authentic Greek flavors.
Day 3: Athens - Mykonos
Mykonos Port
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Athens to Mykonos: Your Cycladic Island Escape
Your island escape begins with a pickup from your Athens hotel and a transfer to Piraeus Port for your ferry to Mykonos. Famous for its golden beaches, whitewashed Cycladic houses, and vibrant nightlife, the “Island of the Winds” invites you to unwind and explore.
Upon arrival, your driver will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure: stroll along the waterfront in Little Venice, browse the boutiques of Matogianni, or lose yourself in charming lanes framed by colorful doors and bougainvillea. As evening falls, find a spot for sunset and enjoy Mykonos after dark, from relaxed seaside dining to its celebrated nightlife.
Day 4: Optional Delos & Rhenia Cruise with BBQ Lunch
Delos
6m
Discover ancient Delos, swim in Rhenia’s crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ lunch on this island cruise from Mykonos.
Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the port to board your boat. Sail to Delos and spend 1.5 hours exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk among ancient temples, intricate mosaics, and the remains of a once-thriving island city, celebrated in Greek mythology as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis.
Back on board, settle in for a BBQ lunch with views across the Aegean. Continue to Rhenia, where sheltered bays and inviting turquoise waters set the scene for a relaxing afternoon. Swim, snorkel, soak up the sun, or simply enjoy the sea breeze before cruising back to Mykonos.
Day 5: Mykonos - Santorini by Ferry
Athinios Port Santorini
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Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Mykonos Port for your ferry to Santorini. With whitewashed villages perched above volcanic cliffs, the island offers a spectacular setting for the next chapter of your Greek holiday.
Spend your free time exploring Santorini at your own pace. For a memorable first evening, head to Oia, where blue-domed churches and hillside houses overlook the caldera. Arrive early to find a spot and watch the sunset turn the village shades of pink and gold.
Later, enjoy dinner or a drink with a view, or explore Fira, the island’s lively capital. Wander its narrow streets, browse local shops, and find a special souvenir to take home.
Day 6: Santorini Sunset Cruise with BBQ & Volcanic Hot Spring
Palea Kameni
6h
See Santorini from the sea, swim beneath volcanic cliffs, and enjoy a BBQ meal on board before watching the sun set over the Aegean.
After pickup from your hotel, board your boat and cruise through Santorini’s spectacular caldera. Stop at Palea Kameni for a swim in the warm waters of the volcanic hot springs, then sail past Aspronisi, the Akrotiri lighthouse, and Indian Rock, with plenty of opportunities for photos.
Admire the dramatic red cliffs of Red Beach and the striking rock formations of White Beach. Enjoy swimming stops in clear waters and time to relax on deck. An onboard BBQ buffet brings together seafood, grilled meats, salads, and desserts, served with views of the island’s coastline.
End your cruise with sunset views from the water near Oia, as the whitewashed village and caldera cliffs glow in the evening light.
Day 7: Optional Santorini Highlights: Villages, Beaches & Oia Views
Oia
5h
Discover Santorini beyond the postcard views, from quiet village lanes and volcanic beaches to hilltop panoramas and Oia’s famous caldera scenery.
Begin in Megalochori, where whitewashed houses, bell towers, and shaded squares offer a glimpse of traditional island life. Stop to admire Red Beach’s striking volcanic cliffs before exploring Emporio, with its narrow passageways and medieval character.
At Perissa Beach, enjoy free time to stroll along the black-sand shore or settle into a seaside taverna for lunch at your own expense. Continue to Prophet Elias Monastery, set at the island’s highest point, for sweeping views across Santorini and the Aegean.
Have your camera ready for Firostefani’s blue-domed church, then explore Imerovigli, where houses cling to the cliffs above the caldera. Finish in Oia with time to wander its marble-paved lanes, browse the boutiques, and take in the views that make Santorini so memorable.
Day 8: Santorini - Athens
Port of Piraeus
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Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Santorini Port for your ferry to Piraeus. Settle in and enjoy the sea views as you leave the island behind and sail back to Athens.
Upon arrival at Piraeus Port, your driver will meet you and take you to your hotel. Enjoy your final evening in Athens at leisure—perhaps with a stroll through Plaka or dinner at a traditional Greek taverna.
Day 9: Departure from Athens: Private Airport Transfer
Airport Transfer
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Enjoy a relaxed end to your Greek holiday with a private transfer from your hotel to Athens International Airport. Your driver will pick you up at a time arranged around your flight schedule for a smooth, comfortable journey to the airport.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Upon your booking we need to know your names as mentioned at your passport and your gender in order to issue the ferry tickets
2 people will stay in a double-sharing room, 3 people will stay in a triple-sharing room, and 1 person will have a private single room
After your booking, you will receive a detailed itinerary
Please note that one week prior to your trip, you will receive an updated itinerary with hotel names, pick-up times, and other details.
Respecting the environment, you will receive the program on your mobile device or in chat room of Viator. If you need a printed version, please let us know.
We recommend downloading the WhatsApp application for immediate communication.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
