Athens+3 Island Explorer
Athens+3 Island Explorer
Athens+3 Island Explorer
9 Days Starting in Athens, Greece and ending in Ios, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Ios
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AG3
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
Embark on the Athens+3 Island Explorer-2025 tour and immerse yourself in the rich culture and stunning landscapes of Greece. Begin your journey in the historic city of Athens, where you'll explore iconic sites like the Parthenon and Acropolis. Then, set sail to the vibrant island of Mykonos, where you can unwind on beautiful beaches or explore the charming town. Continue to the breathtaking island of Santorini, famous for its picturesque blue-domed churches and stunning sunsets. Here, you can indulge in optional activities like quad biking or volcano tours. Finally, experience the lively nightlife and golden beaches of Ios. Throughout the tour, enjoy comfortable accommodations in 3 and 4-star hotels, daily breakfasts, and the expertise of local tour leaders. With plenty of free time and optional activities, this tour offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The President Hotel - 4 Star
Welcome to Greece! Meet in the lobby around 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards, join us for an optional group dinner to get to know your new travel mates.
Day 2 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The President Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Let's start our tour in Greece's capital, Athens, which is one of the world's oldest cities with history spanning back over 3000 years and is considered the birthplace of Western Civilization. Take a step back in time and explore an amazing array of historical and cultural sites in our city tour including: the National Library, the Academy, Constitutional Square and Parliament, The Temple of Zeus, and of course, the iconic Parthenon and Acropolis. The night is free for you to explore more of this incredible city.
Day 3 : Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Alex Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine, we have an early start to catch the ferry from Athens to Mykonos. In the afternoon, you will meet with your tour leader and your fellow travellers to explore Mykonos town, and its white washed houses.
Day 4 : Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Alex Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
The day is yours to soak up the sunshine, swim in the sea or chew through your memory card taking pics of cute windmills and quaint streets. Or discover the birthplace of Apollo by taking an optional tour to Delos Island. Tonight, hit the bars and restaurants and dance the night away!
Day 5 : Mykonos, Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Next up: Santorini! After our ferry ride, we will wander through the town of Fira to get our bearings. See why the blue door houses, white church domes make Santorini the iconic postcard town of Greece. Santorini is formed from volcanic activity, and from the caldera witness the most epic sunset and breath-taking views.
Day 6 : Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will have free time. Relax on the red or black sand beaches, wander the streets and browse through the shops of the main town or take an optional quad biking tour. Explore the island's volcano and check out an active crater and hot springs on our optional volcano tour. The choices are endless!
Day 7 : Santorini, Ios
Location: Ios
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hermes Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we are taking to the seas, and heading towards to Ios. Get orientated on a tour around Ios and see its golden beaches and characteristic Aegean houses which are set on the hilltop. Tonight get amongst it, as we hit up the renowned party night life in the evening!
Day 8 : Ios
Location: Ios
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hermes Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Feeling a little under the weather from last nights antics? Nothing a gyros and a dip in the sea can't fix! It's a free day today so laze on the beach, roam the streets of the beautiful town of Chora or swoon over those awesome views.
Day 9 : Ios
Location: Ios
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our trip will end here (11:00am) in Ios. It's time to say goodbye to our new friends.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in 4 and 3 star hotels during the tour.
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Meals
Enjoy 8 breakfasts included in the tour package.
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Transportation
Travel between Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Ios with economy class ferry tickets.
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Port Transfers
Transfers from the ferry ports to the hotels and from hotels to the ferry ports are included.
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Tour Guiding
Benefit from the services of experienced Travel Talk local tour leaders.
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Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access is available where possible.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Additional Services
Meals not stated in the itinerary, items of a personal nature, tips & gestures, visa fees, entrance fees to the sights and museums, and other services not stated in the itinerary are not included.
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International Travel
International flights and travel arrangements are not included.
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Mode of Transport
Travel between the stunning Greek islands with ease using economy class ferries, including routes from Athens to Mykonos, Mykonos to Santorini, and Santorini to Ios, with convenient port transfers to and from your hotels.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort with 4 and 3-star hotels throughout your journey, including The President Hotel in Athens, Giannoulaki Hotel in Mykonos, New Haroula Hotel in Santorini, and Far Out Hotel & Spa in Ios, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 4 and 3 star hotels.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 8 breakfasts. Other meals are not included and are at your own expense.
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What kind of transportation is used between the islands?
Economy class ferries are used for transportation between Athens-Mykonos, Mykonos-Santorini, and Santorini-Ios.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the trip?
Yes, the services of experienced Travel Talk local tour leaders are included.
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Is Wi-Fi available during the tour?
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access is available where possible.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities include a group dinner, Delos Island tour, quad biking, wine tasting, volcano tour, speed boat trip, and scuba diving, each at an additional cost.
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What is not included in the tour package?
Insurance, meals not stated in the itinerary, personal items, tips, visa fees, entrance fees to sights and museums, and other services not stated in the itinerary are not included.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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Cancellation Policy
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