About this trip
This 11-day trip starts in Athens among the ancient sights, then moves out into the Aegean for the real business of Greek island life.
You'll island hop between Mykonos, Paros, Santorini and Ios, mixing history with beach days, swims in the sea and evenings that run late.
It's a fully guided group trip with an easy pace, built around soaking up island life rather than rushing between ticklists.
What you'll do
- Take in the ancient sights of Athens
- Ferry between Mykonos, Paros, Santorini and Ios
- Swim and spend beach days in the Aegean
- Explore Santorini's caldera views
- Enjoy late nights out on Mykonos and Ios
- Fully guided group trip with an easy pace
- You change islands several times, so expect ferry travel between stops
Worth it if you want structured island hopping with optional activities and a strong group vibe. Think twice if guide quality matters—it ranges from exceptional to genuinely unsafe.
- Standout guides (Dem, Stasi, Maddie, Ellen) transform the trip; knowledgeable, inclusive, hard-working, and handle logistics seamlessly.
- One guide left groups stranded, prioritised girls over safety, and was caught hooking up—a serious red flag on a 11-day tour.
- Optional excursions (volcano hike, boat tours, ruins) mean you choose your pace; beaches, bars, and free time all built in.
- Late-night bars followed by early starts create rough days, but reviewers say it's worth the trade-off for the pace and variety.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £1,825, about 12% below the priciest month (Jul).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Athens · 27 Aug – 28 Aug
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