Best of Greece - 10 Days
10 Days Starting in Athens and ending in Santorini
Visiting: Athens, Kalabaka, Delphi, Mikonos, Thera, Santorini
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 45
Age range:
Children aged up to 12 are welcome on these tours. However please note that finding family rooms for 2 adults and 2 children is not easy - so please check with the Ground Handler before confirming the booking.
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
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Tour Overview
SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Travel from Athens to Santorini enjoying the historic temples and monuments which make Greece such a wonderful destination. Discover the ancient sanctuary of Delphi, admire the hidden monasteries in Meteora, and take in the majestic beauty of Santorini.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Athens
Location: Athens
Arrive in the ancient Greek capital of Athens. After being met at the airport and transferred to our hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure to settle in and explore what this magnificent city has to offer. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the city, or maybe take in the acoustics of the Odeon.
Day 2 : Kalambaka
Location: Kalabaka
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning enjoy a coach tour of Athens, taking in highlights including the Panathenaic Stadium, the Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. The half day tour includes a guided visit to the Acropolis, an ancient citadel located above the city, and the incredible Acropolis Museum, one of the museums in the world. Leave no stone unturned as you take in all of the historic monuments this beautiful city has to offer.This afternoon is free to explore Plaka, sample some of the cities delicacies or treat ourselves to some shopping on Ermou street.Please note: on all Wednesday and Sunday departures, this Athens coach tour will operate on day 4 and the two day excursion to Delphi and Meteora will commence today.
Day 3 : Delphi
Location: Delphi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Athens - Delphi - Kalabaka. After breakfast we leave the busy city behind us and head north towards Delphi, a town on Mount Parnassus which was home to a famous sanctuary in antiquity. We take a walk along the Sacred Way and admire the remains of the Temple of Apollo, home of the legendary Pythian Oracle.This afternoon, we take in the stunning views of the mountains of central Greece as we drive to Kalambaka. Arriving at our hotel, we enjoy a group dinner before settling down for the evening.
Day 4 : Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kalambaka - Athens. This morning we visit Meteora, a stunning World Heritage site where a series of towering rock formations shelter a number of sacred Eastern Orthodox monasteries. We return to Athens for the night, briefly stopping at Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and 300 Spartans made a famous last stand against the Persians in 480 BC.
Day 5 : Mykonos
Location: Mikonos
Meals Included: Breakfast
Athens - Mykonos. This morning transfer to the port of Piraeus where you'll catch a ferry to Mykonos, a beautiful island famous for its windmills and jet set lifestyle. The ferry takes about 5 hours and once on the island you will be met and transferred to your hotel where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 6 : Mykonos
Location: Mikonos
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend today at leisure on Mykonos. Lounge on the sandy beach all day working on your tan, before relaxing with a drink or two in the bars. Maybe pop in to the numerous cafes and galleries dotted around the main town. If you'd prefer a cultural activity, try catching the ferry to the nearby island of Delos, once home to one of ancient Greece's holiest sanctuaries.
Day 7 : Santorini
Location: Thera
Meals Included: Breakfast
Mykonos - Santorini. After breakfast, transfer to Mykonos port and catch a local high-speed ferry to the magical island of Santorini. The journey takes about 3 hours and you'll be transferred to our hotel upon arrival. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 8 - 9 : Santorini
Location: Thera
Meals Included: Breakfast
The next two days are at leisure in Santorini, an Aegean paradise widely considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Explore the whitewashed towns of Fira and Oia with their views of the volcano which birthed the island, watch the spectacular sunset from the black-sanded beaches, or cruise the caldera on a boat tour.
Day 10 : Santorini
Location: Thera
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour of Greece ends today. Spend the morning at leisure before an included transfer to Santorini airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 - 4star
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9 nights 3-4 star hotels
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9 breakfasts and 1 dinner
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One arrival transfer on Day 1 (Athens) and one departure transfer on Day 10 (Santorini) included per booking
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Two ferry tickets - Piraeus – Mykonos (regular ferry) and Mykonos – Santorini (high-speed ferry), economy class
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Guided sightseeing in Athens, Delphi, and Meteora
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Entrance fees for all included sites
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Services of an English-speaking tour guide for scheduled sightseeing on days 2 - 4
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All transfers and transportation in modern air conditioned vehicles
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Note: You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing on days 2-4, some staying in different hotels. The group size on these days can vary in size from 20 - 45 persons and guiding may be in an additional language to English. Tr
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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A hotel tax of €3.00 per room per night to be paid directly to the hotel at time of check in. Please budget Euro 27, for the duration of the tour. See Trip Notes additional info for details
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A hotel tax of €3.00 per room per night to be paid directly to the hotel at time of check in. See Trip Notes additional info for details
Age Policy
Children aged up to 12 are welcome on these tours. However please note that finding family rooms for 2 adults and 2 children is not easy - so please check with the Ground Handler before confirming the booking.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
45
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 - 4 star
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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