Greece : History, Spellbound sights & White sandy beaches

Nine days across three of Greece's classic stops: Athens, Santorini and Crete. It's a straightforward island-hopping route that mixes ancient history with time on the coast, and there's enough breathing room to actually enjoy each place rather than just tick it off.

You start with two nights in Athens, taking in the Acropolis and the old streets of Plaka, before flying to Santorini for two nights among its whitewashed villages and caldera views. The final four nights are on Crete, Greece's largest island, where you'll find archaeological sites, coastal towns and beaches alongside a slower, more traditional pace.

This suits anyone who wants a first proper look at Greece — the big historical sights, an iconic island, and enough time on Crete to settle in rather than rush through.

What you'll do

• Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens
• Wander the old streets of Plaka
• Take in the caldera views and sunsets in Santorini
• Visit archaeological sites on Crete
• Spend time in traditional Cretan villages and coastal towns
• Relax on Crete's beaches