11-Day Tour of Athens, Mykonos, Delos, Santorini & Crete

Day 1 Arrival in Athens.

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   Acropolis

   3 hours

   For tonight we propose you an Athens by-night tour. Your evening begins with a short panoramic drive through the city centre and on the slopes of the sacred hill you will be able to see, admire and take photos of the illuminated Acropolis. Then a pleasant walk through the narrow picturesque streets of Plaka, the old city, will bring you to a Typical Greek Tavern where you will enjoy your dinner following a floor show with live music and Greek Folk Dances in traditional costumes.

Day 2 Panoramic tour of Athens.

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   Acropolis Museum

   1 hour

   The museum was built to house every artefact found on the rock and on the surrounding slopes, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece and will in particular also house the sculptures historically known as the "Elgin Marbles" (sculptures stolen from the Acropolis in the early nineteenth century by Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin and currently held in the British Museum) when these are returned to Athens. The Acropolis Museum also lies over the ruins of a part of Roman and early Byzantine Athens. The museum was founded in 2003 while the Organization of the Museum was established in 2008. It opened to the public on 20 June 2009. More than 4,250 objects are exhibited over an area of 14,000 square meters.

Day 3 Athens - Mykonos

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   5 hours

   Early transfer to the port of Piraeus to board the ferry to Mykonos. Upon your arrival in Mykonos, transfer to your hotel. Overnight

Day 4 Mykonos free Day – Optional island tour

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   3 hours

   Optional island tour:
   We start with a unique experience of the countryside of Mykonos Island
   Our first stop will be the idyllic beach, Ag. Ioannis with the best view of Delos Island and we will see fishermen and their boats at the small pier, private chapel and houses built in typical Cycladic architectural style. At the village of Ano Mera, the most traditional place, you can also visit the monk monastery Panagia Tourliani built in the 16th century and then we will have enough free time for a stroll around the square. The next stop is Kalafatis beach where there is time to relax a little before going back to town. Explore Mykonos town walking into the narrow cobblestone streets and passing by the traditional labyrinth of the old town. We will see the famous windmills, Little Venice Paraportiani church, and Saint Nickolas of fishermen. After the walking tour, you are free to explore the town on your own. Meeting point Fabrika Square, Mykonos town.

Day 5 Mykonos - Delos

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   Archaeological Site of Delos

   8 hours

   Morning transfer to the port to board the ferry to Delos. According to the myth, Apollo, God of light, and Artemis Goddess of the hunt were born there rendering the island sacred: no mortal would ever be allowed to be born or die on its land. Nowadays, Delos reserves its uniqueness to the known world: nowhere else in the Globe is there a natural insular archaeological site of this size and importance. Return to Mykonos.

Day 6 Mykonos - Santorini

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   1 hour

   Transfer to the port to board the ferry to Santorini. Upon your arrival in Santorini, transfer to your hotel. Leisure afternoon on the island.

Day 7 Santorini Free Day at leisure or Optional island tour

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   Santorini Volcano

   3 hours

   We will start with the Akrotiri Archaeological site. Akrotiri is a Bronze Age settlement on the volcanic island of Santorini (Thera). The settlement was destroyed by a huge eruption during the 17th century BC and buried under the volcanic ash, which preserved the whole city in perfect conditions so as to be referred often as “Prehistoric Pompei”. We will continue with Red Beach, well known for the unique colour of the sand and the hill behind it. We will continue with Perivolos black sand beach one of the longest beaches in the Cyclades & the best beach in Santorini considered the trendiest beach on the island. We will walk at Megalochori (Walking Tour) at Megalochori, one of the most beautiful traditional villages on the island. Enjoy the sunset at the end of the day. Overnight

Day 8 Santorini - Heraklion

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   5 hours

   Transfer to the port to board the ferry to Heraklion. Upon your arrival in Heraklion, transfer to your hotel. Leisure afternoon on the island. Overnight

Day 9 Guided Tour at Heraklion - Knossos

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   Knossos Archaeological Site

   8 hours

   Heraklion is the main port of Crete and the birthplace of the Minoan civilization as reflected in the fabulous palace of King Minos at Knossos. Torn between the modern city and old town, surrounded by thick walls sheltering buildings dating back to various historical periods and protected by the Venetian harbour, Heraklion is a true gem in Crete. Long coasts with breathtaking beaches surround Heraklion. Top attractions: The old town and the Venetian harbour, the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Knossos - the palace of King Minos, the hinterland, and its traditional villages. Overnight

Day 10 Heraklion - Athens

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   Port of Piraeus

   8 hours

   Free day in Heraklion. In the evening Ferry crossing from Heraklion to Piraeus (Athens) Overnight on board

Day 11 Athens - Departure Day

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   2 hours

   Our assistant will meet you at the Port - Ferry Dock and transfer you to the Airport for your departure flight.