About this trip
Two weeks moving through the Cyclades by ferry, starting in Athens before island life takes over. You get a mix of ancient ruins, harbour towns, and beach time, with a different island rhythm every few days.
The route runs from Syros to Paros to Naxos to Santorini, each with its own character — from quiet coastal walks to the volcanic cliffs and blue domes Santorini is known for.
It's an easy-paced, fully guided trip suited to travellers who want island hopping without having to plan the logistics themselves.
What you'll do
- Explore Athens before heading out to the islands
- Take coastal walks and taverna stops in Syros, capital of the Cyclades
- Walk an ancient Byzantine road in Paros
- Snorkel the sea life off Golden Beach, Paros
- See the volcanic scenery and blue-domed churches of Santorini
- Island hop by ferry through Syros, Paros, Naxos and Santorini
- Island hopping by ferry means you change location several times over the two weeks
- Rated easy, so pace is manageable rather than packed
Worth it if you're fit, love island-hopping and can handle variable accommodation. Think twice if you need relaxation or accurate walk difficulty descriptions.
- Peter, the main guide, consistently praised for knowledge, humour, organisation and making everyone feel included.
- Walk difficulty descriptions are inaccurate; 'easy' walks turn out challenging with rocky, uneven terrain. Bring proper footwear.
- Hotel quality varies significantly—some poor, some lovely. Breakfasts can be stingy. Athens hotel notably disappointing.
- Relentless pace: you're constantly moving between islands, minimal downtime despite visiting six Cyclades islands in two weeks.
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Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £2,030, about 17% below the priciest month (Sep).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Athens · 10 Oct – 11 Oct
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