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Welcome to Athens! According to the Greek mythology, the name “Athens” comes from the goddess of wisdom, Athena. After clearing immigrations and collecting your bags, meet our representative in the arrivals area. Your private vehicle is waiting to transfer you to your hotel.
At the hotel, you will be briefed on your city tour. Your city tour includes a short photo stop at the Panathenaic stadium where the new Olympic games reborn, Parliament and tomb of the unknown soldier. Passing by through the coach see: The Academy, The National University and The National Library. Later visit Temple of Zeus and Acropolis. Lastly visit the Acropolis museum.
End the day with a welcome dinner in a typical Greek tavern accompanied by folk dance – a fun and interactive beginning to your holiday.
Overnight in Athens
Post breakfast this morning, proceed to Delphi, where you will walk the sacred way and visit Temple of Apollo, Delphi Museum, Delphi Theatre, and Temple of Anthena before returning to Athens. This evening walk through Plaka- the oldest section of Athens. It has a village feel, with narrow, cobblestoned streets lined with tiny shops selling jewellery, clothes and local ceramics. Overnight in Athens.
Early breakfast after which time to explore the famous Greek islands on the Saronic Cruise. You will visit three of the most beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf - Aegina, Hydra and Poros. These islands are small havens near Athens, where you will witness natural beauty, historical treasures, unique architecture, and a glamorous, yet romantic atmosphere.
The island of Aegina is one of the most popular tourist destinations as it is the closest island to Athens. Even though the island is small, it boasts a great number of sights and natural beauties, highlight of which is the famous Aphea Temple. It forms in fact an equilateral triangle with the Parthenon and the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, the so-called “holy triangle” of the antiquity. Second stop is Hydra island, which was built in the shape of an amphitheatre on a slope overlooking the Argosaronic Gulf. It is one of the most romantic destinations in Greece. Traditional stone mansions, narrow cobblestoned streets, secluded squares and above all the banning of cars and the use of around 500 donkeys as means of public transportation, explain the reason why Hydra preserves its distinctive atmosphere through the passage of time.
The town of Poros is built in the shape of an amphitheatre over two hills. Poros with the lush pine trees, crystal clear beaches, a lively waterfront adorned with shops, cozy cafes and restaurants, a picturesque capital with grand traditional mansions and quaint, cobbled streets, as well as a wide selection of entertainment venues are the ingredients of this quiet, yet cosmopolitan, destination. Overnight in Athens.
Early breakfast, check out and transfer to Athens port to board the ferry to Mykonos island. On arrival we walk down the Mykonian history "alley", coastal paved road, Manto Square, where the famous monument of Manto Mavrogenous stands. Thereafter, visit little Venice, five in a row windmills, which still stand proudly, pass by the Church of "Panagia Paraportiani".
Transfer to your hotel and check in.
Overnight in Mykonos.
Wake up to a leisure breakfast in your hotel and enjoy the day as you please. Visit the beaches, or the many cafeterias/pubs, or simply enjoy the facilities of your resort.
Overnight in Mykonos
Breakfast and transfer from the hotel to the port to board your ferry to the island of Santorini. Santorini is one of the most outstanding places in the world. Transfer to your hotel.
Check in and relax, before you proceed for a walking tour of Fira, the lively little town of Santorini.
Overnight in Santorini.
Breakfast and we start our tour to the centre of the island and on the highest point where you will visit the hidden gems of the area. The first stop of the tour is the 16th century Monastery of Prophet Elias which was built on the highest point of the Island 550 meters above sea level. From there you witness a panoramic view of the entire island. Thereafter, you will continue to the village of Pyrgos, with its Cycladic architecture, Byzantine churches and a Venetian Castle. The village is one of the highest points of the Island and the view is amazing. Overlooking the North West part of Santorini and Megalochori. Next stop is the traditional village of Oia which is on the northern tip of the island, high on the cliff top and Blue Dome of Santorini, Oia hosts the most magnificent views on Santorini and a picturesque road with cliffs on one side and sea on the other leads to this attractive village typical of Santorini’s architecture with houses sunk deep into the volcanic soil, their whitewashed walls and blue domes sparkling in the sunlight. After a breathtaking sunset at Oia, return to your hotel.
Overnight in Santorini.
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel. On this note, It’s time to say goodbye to Greece and transfer to the airport for your flight back home with wonderful memories of your vacation to Greece with Airtours Holidays India!!