Compare Greek Island Hopping by Wingbuddy vs Greek Island Hopper - Small Group by Insight Vacations
Compare details and see what other travelers are saying.
Trip |
4 | Great
|
5 | Excellent
|
Duration | 10 days | 11 days |
Price From | $ 2,299 | $ 4,850 |
Price Per Day | $ 230 | $ 441 |
Highlights |
|
|
Trip Style | Group tour | Group tour |
Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
Physical Level |
|
|
Travel Themes |
|
|
Countries Visited | ||
Cities and Attractions |
|
|
Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
Activities |
|
|
Meals Included | N/A | N/A |
Description |
Arrive in Mykonos’ Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. Enjoy your time in Santorini to explore this magical island with its great beaches, romance, local restaurants and breathtaking views. |
Set sail to Greece's most beautiful islands during this 10-day guided tour. Let a Local Expert show you Athens’ ancient Acropolis and Parthenon before setting sail for the crescent-shaped island of Santorini. Here, enjoy views of the caldera from your hotel’s pool, then toast with your fellow travelers to an unparalleled sunset over the Aegean Sea. Later, join a local geology expert to learn about how the volcanic island was formed. On Mykonos, a Local Expert will guide you in a walk of the island’s narrow alleys and iconic Cycladic houses followed by a private tasting of local delicacies. Plus, you’ll meet a Greek captain and board a vessel for a cruise along Mykonos’ stunning coast. |
Day 1: USA - Athens (Greece)
Flight with good itinerary.
Day 2: Athens
Arrival at the international airport of Athens, you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel.
Day 3: Athens - Mykonos
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel in Athens to the port of Piraeus to embark your ferry in direction to Mykonos. Arrive in Mykonos’ Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Day 3 to Day 6: Mykonos
Enjoy your time in Mykonos to explore this wonderful island with its great beaches, nightlife, local restaurants and breathtaking views.
Day 6: Mykonos - Santorini
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the port of Mykonos to embark your ferry in direction to Santorini. Arrive in Santorini’s Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Day 6 to Day 9: Santorini
Enjoy your time in Santorini to explore this magical island with its great beaches, romance, local restaurants and breathtaking views.
Day 9: Santorini - Athens
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the port of Santorini to embark your ferry in direction to Athens. Arrive in Athens’s Port where you will be greeted by our local representatives and transferred to your hotel.
On request: Possibility of replacing the ferry for a domestic flight, for an additional fee.
Day 10: Athens - USA
You will be transferred to the airport of Athens for your return flight home.
-End of Services-
Day 1: Welcome to Athens
An Insight host will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel, where there is time to settle in and relax. At 19:00, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and get to know your fellow travellers over a delightful evening of dinner and wine.
Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens., Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre.
Dinner with Wine
Day 2: Athens Sightseeing
Today your mythical Grecian discovery encapsulates the intriguing history of ancient Greece. Begin with an exploration revealing the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. Next, your Local Expert takes you to the Acropolis, one of the most important ancient sites in the Western world. Crowning the top is the Parthenon, visible from almost everywhere in the city. See the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of the Wingless Victory, and the six stone-carved caryatids that make up the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion. The rest of your day is at leisure.
Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens., Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre.
Breakfast
Day 3: Depart for Santorini
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the port for the early ferry to Santorini. Famed for the scattered white Cycladic houses that rest upon its cliffs, Santorini is a dreamy getaway. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and take time to relax. Why not take a dip in the pool? In the evening join your fellow travellers for a refreshing cocktail as you watch the sunset over the caldera and the Aegean Sea.
Costa Grand Resort & Spa, Santorini. , Orama Hotel & Spa, Santorini.
Breakfast
Day 4: Santorini Relaxed Start
Today you’ll delve into the geological history of Santorini. In the morning a local geology expert will divulge secrets about this volcanic island and the caldera, revealing the details of its formation. The rest of the day is yours at leisure. Why not head out for a swim at Ammoudi Bay, to visit the Santorini Wine Museum or ask your Travel Director for some restaurant recommendations?
De Sol Hotel & Spa, Santorini., Orama Hotel & Spa, Santorini.
Breakfast
Day 5: Santorini at leisure
With a day at leisure, why not take the opportunity to visit the site of Akrotiri, an ancient city covered by volcanic ash and unearthed in 1967. If shopping is to your liking, spend your time walking the white walled alleyways, browsing the many shops and taking in the breathtaking views of the caldera.
Costa Grand Resort & Spa, Santorini. , Orama Hotel & Spa, Santorini.
Breakfast
Day 6: Mykonos Sightseeing Relaxed Start
After your breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the port for the ferry sailing to Mykonos. Upon arrival you'll be transferred to your hotel. Explore the town of Mykonos with a Local Expert and discover the maze of pretty alleyways of stunning Cycladic houses, lining the island mountainside. See the famous windmills, the Matoyinnia Alleys and of course Little Venice.Later, make a welcoming stop to taste a selection of local delicacies and learn the secrets of Mykonian Cuisine.
Porto Mykonos., Dorion Hotel, Mykonos.
Breakfast
Day 7: Mykonos at Leisure Relaxed Start
Today you’ll have free time to explore as you wish with many exciting adventures to choose from. Why not take a transfer to the picturesque Mykonos Town and explore the beautiful port area? Or perhaps visit Delos, a small island off the coast. The island is an archaeological site that houses iconic ruins, including Doric temples, markets, an amphitheatre and mosaics. The mythological birthplace of Apollo, it is one of the most unique sights worldwide, with ongoing excavations and a beautiful small museum.
Porto Mykonos., Dorion Hotel, Mykonos.
Breakfast
Day 8: Mykonos Relaxed Start
Board your kaiki, a traditional boat and meet a Greek captain to cruise around the stunning, world-famous Little Venice of Mykonos. Sit back and relax as you enjoy views of the iconic windmills. (weather permitting).
Porto Mykonos., Dorion Hotel, Mykonos.
Breakfast
Day 9: Depart Mykonos
After breakfast at your hotel you will be transferred to the port of Mykonos to board the ship to Piraeus in Athens. Once here you will be met at the port and transferred to your Athens hotel. There is time in the afternoon for you to do some last-minute sightseeing, souvenir shopping or just relax at your hotel. Enjoy your last night with your fellow travellers at a Celebration Dinner to toast your experiences.
Divani Caravel Hotel, Athens., Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre.
Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 10: Depart Athens
Your journey comes to an end with a transfer to Athens airport.
Breakfast