Greek Island Wanderer
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- Island hopping between the Cyclades Islands of Syros, Paros, Santorini and Naxos
- Visit gleaming waterfront harbours, rocky coves and sandy beaches
- Explore the historic capital city of Athens with the chance to visit the Acropolis
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Our tour starts in Athens, Greece's historic hub. The city is a heady mix of ancient and modern, having been the capital of Greece for less than two centuries, but with a history dating back over 3,000 years. Located on the Plain of Attica, it's also an area of breath...
This morning, we'll have an initial welcome meeting before heading out to explore the Greek capital. Our first stop is the Acropolis, one of the wonders of the ancient world. We'll have a guided tour of the site including the Temple of Athena Nike, Pericles and the Pa...
This morning, we'll drive from our hotel to Piraeus Harbour where we'll board the ferry to Syros (which departs at around 7.30am and takes just under four hours). We'll have reserved seating on the ferry but you're also free to take in the sea air and views from the d...
Today is free for you to relax in Galissas or to explore more of the island at your own pace. This morning, you might like to join a coastal walk with our tour leader. We'll hop on a public bus to Azolimnos where the walk begins. The trail to Vari takes around on...
There'll be the opportunity to go on a coastal walk this morning (or to relax in Galissas if you don't feel up to it). On the walk, we'll head to the small coastal village of Fonikas and visit the Church of Agios Panteleimonas or the lovely Kokkina beach located nearb...
Paros was the birthplace of the poet Archilochus, the inventor of iambic verse. Among the many places of interest are the marble quarries, the picturesque fishing villages, and a Venetian fortress. Especially interesting is the Ekatontapiliani Church of 100 Doors - le...
Today is free to explore Drios a little more at your own pace. There's the opportunity (weather permitting) to explore the island's coast from a different perspective by joining a half-day boat trip aboard a traditional Greek caique. During the boat cruise, there'll b...
This morning, we'll drive to Parikia to catch the ferry to the island of Naxos. Our ferry normally departs just after midday, so we'll have a little time to look around Parikia before we board the boat. The crossing takes around one hour and there's no reserved seatin...
Today we have a full-day trip to explore the islands' interior. Heading inland, we'll leave the beaches of the west coast and head into the Tragea region, a vast highland valley dotted with olive trees, citrus plantations, and sleepy villages. We'll make a number ...
Today, you might like to join a full-day boat trip to Delos and Mykonos islands. We'll depart first to Delos, which takes approximately one and a half hours. Delos is covered with ancient ruins, amongst the highlights are the Temple of Apollo, Terrace of Lions, a thir...
This morning, we'll walk the short distance from our hotel to the port and hop on the ferry to the island of Santorini. Santorini (or Thira, as the island is also known) is the most southerly of the Cycladic Islands. It's one of the most picturesque areas in the A...
Today you're free to relax, explore the island or join a cruise to an active volcano. During the boat trip to the volcano, there'll be the opportunity to take the dramatic path to the peak and stand in the centre of the Caldera. The climb takes around 30 minutes ...
This morning, we'll have the opportunity to go on a coastal walk from our hotel to Fira and then on to Oia. This is a moderate walk and should take approximately four hours, covering 16 kilometres. The path goes along the lip of a caldera and offers views along the wa...
Our tour ends after breakfast at our hotel in Santorini. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to depart at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you'd like an airport tran...
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
Trusted Customer
Oct 2023
Greek Island Wanderer
Walks were the highlight, especially hike down from hilltop village on Naxos
Lesley
Oct 2023
Greek Island Wanderer
The walks were particularly lovely
Cynthia
Oct 2023
Greek Island Wanderer
We had a fabulous Tour Guide who not only looked after us, was very informative but made the holiday lots of fun! We had great weather and a very nice mix of walkin...
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