About this trip
Nine days that move from Athens' ancient sights to the Cyclades and end with your feet up on Crete. You start in the capital with time to take in the major landmarks, then sail to Santorini for a couple of days built around that island's dramatic scenery.
A boat tour round the caldera (lunch included) and the classic sunset at Oia give you the postcard moments before you head on to Crete.
The back half of the trip is a proper slowdown — an extended all-inclusive stay by the sea with open days to swim, sunbathe or go off and explore Crete at your own pace.
What you'll do
- Explore the landmarks of Athens
- Sail across to Santorini
- Caldera boat tour with lunch included
- Watch the sunset over Oia
- Settle into an all-inclusive beach stay in Crete
- Free days to relax or explore Crete independently
- Front-loaded with sightseeing and island hopping, then settles into a relaxed all-inclusive beach stay
- Suits families and anyone who wants history and islands without the whole trip being on the move
- Includes Christmas and New Year departures
Worth it if you value responsive support and seamless logistics. Think twice if you need guaranteed group tour dynamics or detailed pre-trip guidance.
- Team communication via WhatsApp and email was genuinely responsive, with named staff checking in throughout.
- Hotel location and facilities matter hugely; one reviewer got a secluded property lacking basics, spoiling experience.
- Acropolis tours get crushingly rammed; going off-season strongly advised to avoid tourist queue chaos.
- Mention if going solo: tour may end up as private rather than group, best confirmed before booking.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Athens · 20 Aug – 21 Aug
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