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Worth it if you book carefully and need structured hand-holding through Greece. Think twice if inflexible dates or you need a responsive refund policy.

  • About £193/day across 6 days
  • 1,267 all-in with a typical £107 flight from London211/day)
  • We only rate a price against this trip's own history once we've tracked it for 21 days — no guessing before that.
  • About average per day vs 4 similar trips (~£184/day)
  • 4.2 from 6 traveller reviews

Price movement, fill and the all-in cost come from our own daily tracking— not the operator’s feed. You book on TourRadar; the live price always applies there.

Length6 days
RouteRound-trip · Athens
Group sizeMax 35
Ages18–35s
Nights5 nights
Runs16 months/yr
BookingInstant confirm

About this trip

This six-day trip splits your time between Athens and Santorini, pairing a dose of history with proper downtime by the sea.

You start in the Greek capital, taking in its historical centre, before heading over to Santorini to slow down and enjoy the island.

It's a straightforward city-and-beach combination, suited to those wanting a taste of ancient history alongside some genuine relaxation.

What you'll do

  • Explore the historic centre of Athens
  • Travel from Athens to the island of Santorini
  • Time to relax on Santorini
  • Six days split between capital city and island
Good to know
  • Structured around two bases rather than constant movement — Athens first, then Santorini
  • Suits travellers wanting a mix of culture and relaxation rather than a packed sightseeing schedule

Day by day

Exactly what you do each day, where you sleep, and how it flows — written by us, from the real itinerary.

AthensSantoriniPiraeusAthens
Route map for Athens & Greek Island Santorini
  1. Welcome to Athens and Transfer service to your hotel — Athens

    You'll arrive in Athens and be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to settle in and explore at your own pace.

  2. A guided morning tour takes you past the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Parliament and the Unknown Soldier memorial, plus the Academy, University and National Library. You'll visit the Acropolis itself, then spend time at the Acropolis Museum. Afternoon is free.

  3. Ferry to the island of Santorini &  Transfers Service — Santorini

    Transfer to Piraeus port for the ferry to Santorini. Once you arrive on the island, you're transferred to your hotel with the rest of the day to yourself.

  4. A completely free day to experience Santorini however you like. You could swim on the black sandy beaches, watch the sunset, or take an optional half-day cruise to the volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni in the caldera, including time in the hot springs.

  5. Transfer to the port for the ferry back to Piraeus. Upon arrival, you're transferred to your Athens hotel to rest before your departure.

  6. Depending on your flight time, you'll be transferred to Athens airport for your journey home. Extra nights are available if you want to extend your trip.

What's included

  • Guide: Half day Athens sightseeing Tour, English Speaking Guide / SIC Basis
  • Meals: Daily breakfast
  • Activities: 3 nights hotel accommodation in Athens 2 nights hotel accommodation in Santorini Half day Athens sightseeing Tour, English Speaking Guide / SIC Basis Ferry tickets Piraeus-Santorini (07:25-14:50) / Santorini-Piraeus (15:30-23:15) / Economy Class (Free seating) Entrance fees to the sites, during guided sightseeing tours All transfers as mentioned Daily breakfast The sequence of the tour may change depending on the departure date.
  • Transport: All transfers as mentioned in the program Transfers from/to airport on arrival and departure. Ferry tickets Piraeus-Santorini (07:25-14:50) / Santorini-Piraeus (15:30-23:15) / Economy Class (Free seating)
  • Accommodation: 5 nights hotel accommodation - 3 Stars or 4 Stars Hotels Tourst Class Hotels: Athens - Dorian Inn / Athenian Montaza / Crystal City. Santorini - Golden Star / Sunrise / Pelican / Nikolas / Zephyros - or similar First Class Hotels: Athens - Athenaeum Hotels / International Atene / Athens Avenue / Polis Grand. Santorini - Aegean Plaza / Theoxenia / Rose Bay / El Greco - or similar
What's extra
  • Activities: Overnight City Tax Personal Expenses Tipping for guide, driver and hotel staff.
  • Flights: International flights not included
  • Optional: High-Speed Boat Tickets Pre/Post Accommodation Other activities and services not included
  • Insurance: Insurance not included .

How travellers rate it

4.2from 6 real reviews
Guide4.7
Itinerary4.0
Transport5.0
Accommodation4.0
Food4.0
Operator4.0
Price history — our own daily tracking
Tracked 7 days · 147 checks
Today
£956
Typical
builds at 21 days (now 7)
Lowest
£952
on 23 Jul
Highest
£1,155
£952£1,053£1,15322 Jultoday
Spots left · 31 Jul departure

Cheapest live departure per day, in £, recorded by our tracker since 22 Jul. Never a brochure “was” price.

Your free day in Athens

Landing early, staying on, or filling free time? The best-rated day experiences in Athens — you book on Viator (we may earn a commission).

What travellers actually say

Worth it if you book carefully and need structured hand-holding through Greece. Think twice if inflexible dates or you need a responsive refund policy.

  • Staff friendly and organized at every step; hotel views in Santorini genuinely impressive.
  • Booking errors can cost you everything with zero flexibility on date changes or refunds.
  • Guides were knowledgeable; itineraries ran on time with reliable local coordination.
  • Organizers may be sick or unavailable, but will contact you by phone to sort it.

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How it compares

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Getting there

Athens· one-way, arrive 30 Jul 26

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Common questions

How long is Athens & Greek Island Santorini?

It's a 6-day trip. It starts and ends in Athens.

How much does Athens & Greek Island Santorini cost?

The land price starts from £1,160 per person for the 6-day trip. You book on TourRadar, where the live price always applies.

What will Athens & Greek Island Santorini really cost me all-in?

On top of the £1,160 land price, budget roughly £107 for a return flight from the UK — about £1,267 all-in before spending money. Most day-to-day meals out and optional activities are extra.

What's included in the price?

The price covers all your accommodation, transport during the trip, a group leader/guide. Anything the operator lists as optional or not included — see the full breakdown on this page.

What's not included?

international flights and travel insurance (required) are not included, so factor them into your budget. We show typical flight costs and can point you to insurance on this page.

How big is the group?

Groups are capped at around 35 travellers — a small-group trip, mostly solo 18–35s travelling to meet people, not a coach tour.

When does Athens & Greek Island Santorini run?

It runs across roughly 16 months of the year, so there's usually a departure to fit your dates. Check live availability and prices in the dates section above.

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