Cyclades Highlights

This enchanting adventure begins with your arrival into Athens International Airport where you’ll be met by our private driver and transferred to your hotel in the city. Spend the afternoon exploring the vibrant Plaka region where your hotel is situated or explore one of the many great rooftop bars that are ideal for taking in a view over it all, as well as an awe-inspiring sunset while sipping tasty Greek wine paired with a local delicacy.

Today you’ll take a trip back in time in this city with its more than 5,000-year-old history with our expert private local guide. You’ll get to know Athens’ ancient heart and its most iconic landmarks, including the Acropolis and Parthenon, retracing footsteps of the some of the world’s most influential figures in history while learning about what you’re witnessing from your knowledgeable guide. The tour includes a visit to the Acropolis Museum and its remarkable artifacts like carvings, statues and much more.

Our driver will transfer you to Athens Airport for your morning flight to Mykonos, one of the world’s most coveted island destinations. You will be whisked to your hotel on arrival, where once you have checked in, you will have the rest of the day at leisure. Mykonos is that picture-perfect destination with winding streets lined with art galleries, boutiques and interesting shops. The isle offers plenty of beauty to gaze at including the iconic windmills that overlook Mykonos Town.

Today is your day of discovery in Mykonos, where we have a choice of half day tours for you to choose from:

Option 1 – Sailing trip to Delos

Culture vultures can choose a half day morning tour to visit ancient Delos a UNESCO-protected site filled with fascinating ruins, primarily dating to the 5th-century BC.

Option 2 – Explore Mykonos Island

Alternatively discover the island of Mykonos on a half day morning jeep safari tour taking you off the beaten track to discover the hidden charms of this magical isle.

Enjoy a relaxing day on the island today with the opportunity to visit one of Mykonos’ iconic pristine beaches or simply spend the day relaxing at your hotel and getting some R&R. If you are a foodie at heart, speak to our travel specialists about adding in our local Greek cooking class which is both educational and a lot of fun. Let our local chef welcome you into her home and teach you how to make some of Greece’s famous recipes, whilst enjoying more than a glass of wine or two.

An island that nearly everyone is familiar with, Santorini is next on the agenda. We will transfer you to this beautiful island in the morning. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing or taking in some of the sights at your leisure, perhaps a photo tour of some of the most alluring spots, from the ancient wonders of the prehistoric site of Akrotiri to whitewashed Oia village with its narrow, winding streets, awe-inspiring cliff and caldera views or colorful stretches of sand at Red beach.

Enjoy time on your own this morning taking in the picture perfect town of Oia with its exquisite boutiques and simply breath-taking caldera views. In the late afternoon meet our guide in the harbour for a semi-private sunset sailing cruise. Whilst on the catamaran you will see the red and white beaches of Santorini, the Venetian Lighthouse and more. Enjoy a swim in a secluded bay  whilst the crew prepares your on board BBQ. Back on board enjoy a freshly prepared seafood meal with drinks as you watch a truly unforgettable sunset over Santorini.

On your last full day in Santorini, enjoy the time relaxing at your hotel and enjoying those stunning caldera views. If you are wine enthusiast then join our optional half day wine tasting tour and discover Santorini’s unique grape production methods and how it influences the taste of their wines. Our local guide who is full of passion of personality will take you to visit three local wineries giving you the chance to enjoy locally produced wines and snacks, whilst also taking in the beauty of the island from some iconic view points.

Its time to bid farewell to Greece and enjoy one last breakfast. After checking out of your hotel our driver will transfer you to the airport for your return flight home.

Customize This Trip

All of the itineraries we create are fully customized and can be tailored to your exact preferences. If you would like to extend your stay in any of the destinations or add/remove any experiences, simply mention this to our travel specialists.