Cycladic Explorer: Athens – Mykonos – Santorini | 10 Days
Tour Overview
Embark on a 10-day Cycladic Explorer tour through Greece, visiting the iconic destinations of Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. Begin your journey in Athens, where ancient history comes alive with a guided city tour, including the Acropolis and its museum. Then, set sail to Mykonos, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and stunning beaches, where you'll have ample leisure time to explore. Continue to Santorini, famous for its breathtaking sunsets and unique caldera views, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Enjoy comfortable 4-star accommodations throughout your stay, with daily breakfasts included. Transfers between locations and ferry tickets are seamlessly arranged, ensuring a stress-free experience. This tour is ideal for couples seeking a romantic getaway amidst Greece's most picturesque landscapes. Book now for an unforgettable adventure through the heart of the Cyclades. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Athens Arrival
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Airotel Alexandros 4* or similar
Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Athens. Meals: N/A
Day 2 : Athens City Tour
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Airotel Alexandros 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we will meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of the modern era, where we will make a short stop. As we continue our trip, we will pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace), guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy of Athens, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). One cannot take a tour of Athens without visiting the Acropolis, one of the world’s most prominent sites and a symbol for democracy in the Western world!
It is there that you will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles. From the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where ‘there is harmony between material and spirit’, a the monument that ‘restores order in the mind’, as ancient Greeks used to say. Your last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside.
Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 : Athens - Piraeus – Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Pelican Bay Art Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning transfer from your hotel to the port by our taxi driver to embark on the ferry to Mykonos. On arrival you have a transfer to your selected hotel for a 3-night stay.
Overnight: Mykonos Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 : Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Pelican Bay Art Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
At leisure to explore the famous island, a meeting point of the international “jet set”. Discover its amazing beaches, and enjoy the unique night-life. Overnight: Mykonos Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 : Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Pelican Bay Art Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
At leisure to explore the famous island, a meeting point of the international “jet set”. Discover its amazing beaches, and enjoy the unique night-life. Overnight: Mykonos Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 : Mykonos - Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Venus Aphroditi Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning transfer from your hotel to the port to embark on the ferry to Santorini. On arrival you have a transfer to your selected hotel for a 3-night stay.
Overnight: Santorini Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 : Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Venus Aphroditi Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
At leisure to explore the magical island of Santorini. Discover Fira & Oia with the breathtaking views to the volcano, and enjoy one of the best sunsets in the Aegean. Explore the unique black-sanded beaches or take a boat tour to the islands of the caldera.
Overnight: Santorini Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 : Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Venus Aphroditi Hotel 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free day at leisure on the island (Breakfast)
Day 9 : Santorini - Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Airotel Alexandros 4* or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer from your hotel to the port to embark on the ferry to Piraeus. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel by our taxi driver for last overnight in Athens.
Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 : Athens Departure
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will be met by our assistant at your hotel and transferred to the airport by our taxi driver for your departure flight.
Overnight: – Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
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Hotel Accommodation
9 Nights 4**** Hotel Accommodation: 3 nights in Athens, 3 nights in Mykonos, and 3 nights in Santorini at Airotel Alexandros 4* or similar in Athens, Pelican Bay Art Hotel 4* or similar in Mykonos, and Venus Aphroditi Hotel 4* or similar in Santorini.
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Athens City Tour
Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis museum including an English speaking guide, with entrance fee.
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Transfers
Transfers in Athens (airport-hotel-port-hotel-airport) and all transfers in Mykonos & Santorini (port-hotel-port).
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Transportation
All transportation in destination location.
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Meals
9 Breakfasts included.
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Guided Evening Walking Tour
Guided evening walking tour through Monastiraki, Plaka, and Anafiotika.
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Ferry Tickets
Ferry tickets with numbered seats from Piraeus to Mykonos to Santorini to Piraeus.
What's Not Included
- Before/After flights
- Stay over taxes (to be paid directly to the hotel *)
- Any Private Expenses
- Fast ferries. (Optional)
(*) ACCORDING TO THE NEW GREEK LAW
Instead of the hotel tax, Greece will apply a new climate crisis resilience tax in addition to the accommodation fee in hotels, per room and per night, with direct payment by the customer. The tax will be as follows, according to the category:
- From March 1 to October 31: 5*: 15.00 euros / 4*: 10.00 euros / 3*: 5.00 euros per room, per night.
Please Note
This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with transfers in Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini, including airport, hotel, and port transfers. Enjoy ferry tickets with numbered seats between Piraeus, Mykonos, and Santorini, ensuring a seamless journey across the Greek islands.
Accommodation
Enjoy 9 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation, with 3 nights each in Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. Stay at the Airotel Alexandros or similar in Athens, Pelican Bay Art Hotel or similar in Mykonos, and Venus Aphroditi Hotel or similar in Santorini.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 9 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation: 3 nights in Athens at Airotel Alexandros or similar, 3 nights in Mykonos at Pelican Bay Art Hotel or similar, and 3 nights in Santorini at Venus Aphroditi Hotel or similar.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 9 breakfasts.
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes all transfers in Athens (airport-hotel-port-hotel-airport) and all transfers in Mykonos and Santorini (port-hotel-port). It also includes ferry tickets with numbered seats from Piraeus to Mykonos, Mykonos to Santorini, and Santorini to Piraeus.
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Is there a guided tour included in Athens?
Yes, there is an Athens city tour with a visit to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, including an English-speaking guide and entrance fees.
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What activities are available in Mykonos during the tour?
In Mykonos, you have leisure time to explore the island, discover its amazing beaches, and enjoy the unique nightlife.
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What can I do in Santorini during the tour?
In Santorini, you have leisure time to explore the island, discover Fira and Oia with breathtaking views of the volcano, enjoy the sunset, explore unique black-sanded beaches, or take a boat tour to the islands of the caldera.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package does not include before/after flights, stay over taxes of 3€ per person per night to be paid directly to the hotel, any private expenses, and optional fast ferries.
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Is there any specific documentation required for this trip?
Yes, a copy of the passport ID page of each traveler is required to issue flight tickets, cruise tickets, or ferry tickets.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Cycladic Explorer: Athens – Mykonos – Santorini | 10 Days
10 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Tour operator:
Tour code:
708546
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
