Athens - Santorini - Heraklion and Kos Island
❮Athens - Santorini - Heraklion and Kos Island
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This 12 night sample itinerary includes:
- Hotel for 3 nights in Athens
- Ferry from Athens to Santorini Island
- Hotel for 3 nights in Santorini Island
- Ferry from Santorini Island to Heraklion (Crete)
- Hotel for 3 nights in Heraklion (Crete)
- Flight from Heraklion (Crete) to Kos Island
- Hotel for 3 nights in Kos Island
Ferries/hydrofoils for the Islands do not operate in off seasons (autumn and winter) due to weather conditions
An enchanting vacation package, visiting some of the most popular destinations in Greece!. Start with a visit to Athens (city steeped in mythology: Home of the Acropolis and the National Archaeological Museum) then, catch a ferry to Santorini Island (ecognizable for its whitewashed, cube-shaped buildings adorned with blue accents, steep cliffs and tangerine sunsets that light up the sky and sea) and after that, to Heraklion in ancient Crete Island (featuring the Minoan Palace of Knossos). Finally, fly to Kos Island (the birthplace of Hippocrates, green and lush with lovely beaches and pretty villages). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Athens
Day 1Arrive to Athens
Overnight in AthensDay 2Overnight in AthensDay 3Overnight in AthensDay 4Departing from Athens
Transportation to next city by: Ferry - Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini -
Santorini Island
Day 4Arrive to Santorini Island
Overnight in Santorini IslandDay 5Overnight in Santorini IslandDay 6Overnight in Santorini IslandDay 7Departing from Santorini Island
Transportation to next city by: Ferry - Santorini to Heraklion (Crete) -
Crete Island - Heraklion
Day 7Arrive to Crete Island - Heraklion
Overnight in Crete Island - HeraklionDay 8Overnight in Crete Island - HeraklionDay 9Overnight in Crete Island - HeraklionDay 10Departing from Crete Island - Heraklion
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Kos Island
Day 10Arrive to Kos Island
Overnight in Kos IslandDay 11Overnight in Kos IslandDay 12Overnight in Kos IslandDay 13Departing from Kos Island
Greece
Greece is THE land of ancient sites and architectural treasures: the Acropolis in Athens, the amphitheater of Epidaurus, the reconstructed palace at Knossos, the belly button of the cosmos at Delphi, fallen columns galore on the sacred island of Delos, and frescoed Minoan palaces on Crete. But don't expect a visit there to be a sober study of the ancient world, the Greek propensity for partying dates back to Dionysus. Then there are 1400 islands to explore. Greece is much more than what you were taught at school or the predictable summer image of glorious sunsets and sandy beaches.
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Trip Summary
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Athens
Athens captures the heart of its visitors. It's the capital city, vibrant in nature, exciting and exasperating, worldly and chic, a city that attacks the senses. It boasts art, culture, world-class museums, charming neighborhoods, exceptional food, lively people and glorious ancient gems such as the Acropolis and the iconic Parthenon. This city has a lot to offer and we promise you, it won't disappoint. Explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian's Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more.
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Santorini Island
Santorini is considered to be the most sought after place for a romantic getaway in Greece, since there are not many places in the world where you can enjoy exquisitely clear waters while perched on the rim of a massive active volcano in the middle of the sea! Fira, the picturesque capital of the island, is perched high up on the edge of the Caldera, looking like a marvelous painting. Some of the villages are cosmopolitan some more peaceful; they are surrounded by vast vineyards; whitewashed cliff-top towns with castles affording amazing views out over the Aegean. Soaking up the villages' distinctive traditional atmosphere is a very rewarding experience. Visit and explore the great Fira, Oia, Imerovigli and other charming villages, Beaches, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Monasteries and Churches, Caldera, and much more.
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Crete Island - Heraklion
Founded in 824 AD by an Arabic Muslim people, Heraklion is home to the world's only comprehensive collection of Minoan artifacts. It has magnificent fortified walls and several other testimonies to the Venetians' time of power. Heraklion is close to the ruins of the palace of Knossos, which in Minoan times was the biggest centre of population on Crete. Home to Crete's largest city, Heraklion, as well as immense ruins scattered throughout the region, this prefecture draws attention from history lovers and young travelers looking for the island's nightlife. Minoan Palaces of Knossos and Phaistos Palace, archaeological site of Gortyn, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Cretaquarium, Fortress of Koules, The Caves of Matala, lovely beaches, charming villages and so much more.
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Kos Island
Birthplace of Hippocrates, green and lush with lovely beaches, pretty villages, fascinating archaeological sites and a great nightlife, Kos Island sits in the middle of the Dodecanese chain of Greek islands that hug the Turkish coastline between Rhodes in the south and Patmos in the north just 3 nautical miles from Asia Minor coast. Kos is long and thin, about 28 miles by 7 miles and it is mostly flat and low-lying, especially in the north and west. The lack of hills has helped to make cycling very popular and there is no end of bicycle rental outlets and even some dedicated cycling roads between the big hotels. The capital is also called Kos and it's both an historical and modern town - with many archaeological sites opened in the streets and many resorts along the coasts. Visit and explore The sanctuary of Asclepios (Asclepieion), Roman Odeon of Kos, Casa Romana, Church of St. John the Baptist, The Castle of Antimachia, Castle and Old Town of Pyli, The cave of White Stone, Temple of Hercules, Ancient Agora, Castle of Neratzia, Charming villages and glorious beaches.
Explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Nike, Hadrian's Gate, National Archaeological Museum, Greek Ancient Art Museum, Byzantine Museum, Temple of Poseidon, The Plaka, Syntagma Square, House of Parliament and so much more.
Visit and explore the great Fira, Oia, Imerovigli and other charming villages, Beaches, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Monasteries and Churches, Caldera, and much more.
Minoan Palaces of Knossos and Phaistos Palace, archaeological site of Gortyn, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Cretaquarium, Fortress of Koules, The Caves of Matala, lovely beaches, charming villages and so much more.
Visit and explore The sanctuary of Asclepios (Asclepieion), Roman Odeon of Kos, Casa Romana, Church of St. John the Baptist, The Castle of Antimachia, Castle and Old Town of Pyli, The cave of White Stone, Temple of Hercules, Ancient Agora, Castle of Neratzia, Charming villages and glorious beaches.