Amazing Greece
Amazing Greece
Amazing Greece
12 Days Starting and ending in Athens
Visiting: Greece
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GAM
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 42
Age range:
18-59
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an epic 12-day adventure through Greece, where ancient history meets vibrant island life and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your journey in Athens—the grandeur of the Acropolis and the bustling Plaka neighborhood awaits. Then, hop on a ferry to the glamorous island of Mykonos. Immerse yourself in the island paradise for four unforgettable days before setting sail to the idyllic Ios for a day trip and picturesque Santorini for 3 nights. The awe-inspiring sunsets, cliffside villages, and volcanic wonders of Santorini will captivate you. Next, venture into the ancient mainland of Greece beginning from Thessaloniki, a vibrant city boasting a rich cultural heritage. Continue your exploration in Kalambaka, where the magnificent monasteries of Meteora will leave you in awe. Get ready to say goodbye in Delphi, the ancient sanctuary of Apollo, before returning to Athens. Unleash the adventurer within and experience the best of Greece in 12 incredible days.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens
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.
Accommodation
The President Hotel - 4 Star
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Group Dinner
Day 2: Athens
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.
Accommodation
The President Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Athens City Tour
Entrance Fees
Acropolis - EUR 20
Day 3: Mykonos
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.
Accommodation
Giannoulaki Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Orientation Walk in Mykonos Town
Optional Activities
Group Dinner
Day 4: Mykonos
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!
Accommodation
Giannoulaki Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Delos Island Tour - EUR 50
Day 5: Mykonos
Make the most of your free day in Mykonos today! Discover charming hidden gems of the famed island, enjoy golden sands of vibrant beaches, taste local recipes at a traditional tavern.
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Your options are endless!
Accommodation
Giannoulaki Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Day 6: Mykonos, Ios, Santorini
Today we sail to Ios for a marvellous day under the Mediterranean sun.
Get orientated on a walking tour around Ios with your tour leader, see its golden beaches and characteristic Aegean houses set on the hilltop.
In the afternoon, we go to magical Santorini.
Accommodation
New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Orientation Walk in Ios and Santorini
Day 7: Santorini
Today, 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.
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Spend the evening at your leisure in Santorini with fascinating views at your backdrop.
Accommodation
New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Quad Biking - EUR 35-55
Wine Tasting - EUR 30
Day 8: Santorini
We've got a free day today.
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 in our optional volcano tour.
The choices are endless!
Accommodation
New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Volcano Tour - EUR 20
Day 9: Santorini, Thessaloniki
After breakfast, transfer to Santorini airport for your flight to Thessaloniki.
In the evening, join the panoramic bus tour to discover the hidden gems of the city.
Accommodation
Hotel ABC – 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Thessaloniki Panoramic Tour
Day 10: Kalambaka, Meteora, Delphi
After breakfast, we depart for Kalambaka, the gateway to Meteora.
Meteora is famous for its breath-taking scenery and ageless monasteries, almost suspended between the earth and sky.
The town hosts one of the largest and steepest complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries, literally named as “middle of the sky”.
The World Heritage-listed site is out-of-this-world with its unique landscape of immense monolithic pillars and huge rounded boulders hosting monasteries on top, and one of the most visited locations in Greece.
Each monastery has a central courtyard surrounded by chapels and living cells of monks, who have inhabited the region since the 11th century – for far less than the first inhabitants from 50,000 years ago.
Later in the afternoon, hop on the bus for Delphi.
Accommodation
Hermes Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Meteora Tour
Day 11: Delphi, Athens
Eat up at breakfast, you will be discovering Delphi and all its wonders.
Built high atop the cliffs with spectacular scenery, the town made its name in ancient Greek mythology.
Chosen as the centre of the earth, here is where the famous powerful Oracles of Delphi resided.
UNESCO World Heritage Site of Delphi had a tremendous influence in the ancient world, uniting many city-states under the Hellenic spirit as displayed in rich monuments and ancient stories.
In the afternoon, embark on a scenic drive to Athens.
As you get your bearings and all the information you need about the capital from your guide, arrive at the hotel to freshen up.
Prepare to cap off the amazing tour Greek-style; bring in the mezes, it's time to do some Sirtaki!
Accommodation
Arion Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Included Activities
Delphi Tour
Day 12: Athens
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates before checking out of the hotel (11:00).
Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
Meals Included
Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 & 3 star hotels
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Transportation
Transfers from the ferry ports to the hotels and from hotels to the ferry ports, modern bus, flight from Santorini to Thessaloniki.
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Meals
11 breakfasts
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced Travel Talk local tour leaders
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Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access ( where available )
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Tickets
Economy class ferry & Flight from Santorini to Thessaloniki.
What's Not Included
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Any flights not mentioned above
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Travel Insurance
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Meals not stated above
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Items of a personal nature
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Tips and gestures
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No passenger under the age of 18
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Are flights included in this tour?
Flight from Santorini to Thessaloniki
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What is the maximum group size?
Average group size is around 12-42 people
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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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