Taste Greece – Athens & Santorini

6 Days 5 Nights
6 Days 5 Nights

Taste Greece – Athens & Santorini

Experience the flavors of Greece on a journey that combines the vibrant capital of Athens with the stunning island of Santorini. From traditional tastes to world-class wines, this itinerary is a true celebration of Greek gastronomy.

Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Balance of the day at leisure.
If time permits depending on your arrival time to Athens, you may enjoy one of our optional tours. (Cape Sounion or Athens By Night Tour with Traditional Greek show).
Overnight stay in Athens.

After breakfast at hotel, pick up for our Athens Sightseeing Tour. Our Athens Half Day Tour begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma square, passing by many sightseeing hot spots such as National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral and Schliemann’s House. We will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Our licensed guide will make you feel as if you are experiencing firsthand Athens’s old and new history as you look at these stately buildings. We continue for a photo stop at Panathenaic Stadium, otherwise known as Kallimarmaro Stadium, where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. As we proceed, we pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Last but not least, we make our way to the archaeological site of Acropolis, an UNESCO’S world heritage monument and we visit Propylae, as well as the small Temple of Athena Nike. Of course, our visit shall not be completed without the Parthenon and Erechtheion. The expert guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour continues with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the New Acropolis Museum. With this Athens half day tour, you will enjoy one of the top UNESCO'S world heritage monuments.
At the end of our tour, transfer back to your hotel & balance of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Athens.

Breakfast

Early breakfast and departure transfer to Athens Port “Piraeus” to embark on your regular ferry for the breathtaking Santorini Island.
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Your local food expert will meet you at Firostefani in late afternoon and lead you through the traditional towns of Firostefani and Fira, following a pebbled downhill footpath right on the edge of world-famous Santorini caldera.
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to taste Santorini & Greek food, street food, samples of local beer, wine and raki, Cycladic cheeses & cold cuts, olive oil tasting, delicacies from bakery and traditional sweets.
Balance of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Santorini.

Breakfast

Morning free for indulging into the Aegean sun and marvel the Caldera view or go for a quick swim.
Early in the afternoon, you will be transferred to your meeting point for your half day tour of the most highlight of Santorini.
The tour starts with a walk through the traditional village of Megalochori and continues to Profitis Ilias mountain for a panoramic view from the highest peak of the island. A stop to Pyrgos will follow, to discover the traditional village built as a labyrinth on the top of a hill. The tour will then continue to a local winery, to taste 3 different varieties of local Santorini wines and will end with free time in Oia to enjoy the beautiful village and its famous sunset and/or dinner.
After the breathtaking sunset, transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Santorini.

Breakfast

Enjoy your last few morning hours on Santorini Island.
According to ferry schedule, transfer to the port of Santorini to embark on the ferry for Athens.
Upon arrival at Piraeus port, transfer to hotel in Athens City Center.
Balance of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Athens.

Breakfast

After days of savoring the rich flavors of Athens and the world-renowned cuisine and wines of Santorini, it’s time to say farewell.
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out and morning at leisure for your last-minute shopping or strolling down the streets of Athens.
Depending on your international departure flight, transfer to Athens International Airport.

Breakfast

Includes

  • 3 Nights Athens hotel accommodation (3*/4*/5*)
  • 2 Nights Santorini hotel accommodation (3*/4*/5*)
  • Daily Breakfast
  • SIC (shared basis) Half day Athens Sightseeing Tour, including the Acropolis Arch. Site and the Museum of Acropolis (entrance fees included) with professional guide & transfers from/to hotel
  • Santorini walking food tour (private basis), including transfers
  • Santorini wine tasting tour (private basis), including transfers
  • Entrance fees at Museums & Archaeological sites as mentioned above
  • Licensed professional Guide on tours, when necessary
  • Private transfers in Athens & Santorini, from/to airport & ports with professional driver
  • Economy class Ferry Tickets (PIR – JTR – PIR)
  • All taxes

Excludes

  • International and/or Domestic flights
  • Other optional tours
  • Other Meals or Beverages
  • Other transfers
  • Climate Resilience Tax - To be paid directly to the hotel by guests
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Any personal expenses
Notes

  • In case of an increase in the VAT or other taxes, including entrance fees, rates are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Rates may change during special periods such as Christmas, New Year, Easter, International Congresses, Conventions and Fairs.
  • We would like to inform you that guests shall be required to pay directly to the hotel a “Climate Resilience Tax”, per overnight, per room. This tax goes directly to the state and the Hotel and/or travel agents have no interference. Hotel guests shall be requested to pay the Climate Resilience Tax directly to the hotel and is not included in our offers.

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Taste Greece – Athens & Santorini

  • Athens Highlights Tour with Acropolis
  • Indulge in authentic flavors on a Santorini stroll.
  • Savor renowned volcanic wines at Santorini estates.