Week Long Adventure to Athens & Santorini

Nea Kameni Volcanic Park, Santorini, Greece

What to expect on this itinerary

This luxurious, 7-day journey has been customized for you, and it provides the perfect roadmap to ensure that you are immersed in the natural splendor of Greece. From its sunny weather to the endless assortment of offerings that are available from shore to shore, Greece is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts who are looking to enjoy mother nature on their next European vacation. Feast with a spectacular view of the Acropolis, indulge in a bike tour of Athens, sample some of the area’s best cuisine, and partake in a day of sailing on the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean.

Countries Visited

Greece

Places Visited

Santorini, Athens

Suggested Duration

7 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Athens – Gourmet Dinner under the Stars

From the moment that you arrive in Athens, your every need will be taken care of. As you collect your bags and move through customs, a private driver will be waiting at the gate to lead you to your luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. When you are ready, you will indulge in your first epic excursion: a five-star feast. Although the food is fantastic, the highlight of your first evening will be the setting in which your meal takes place, which will be on a hill that offers incredible views of the world-famous Acropolis.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Dinner
Day 2

Athens – Hike and Yoga before Touring Athens by Bike

Day 3

Athens – Cycle to Lake Vouliagmeni

Day 4

Santorini – Sail to Santorini & Evening Caldera Hike

Day 5

Santorini – Sailing around the Cyclades Islands

Day 6

Santorini – Kayaking Adventure and Gourmet Tour

Day 7

Santorini – Farewell to Greece

Trip Highlights

  • Indulge in a feast during your first night in Athens that will present you with a 360-degree view of the world-famous Acropolis
  • Witness Athens by bike and while being regaled with a wealth of historical and cultural insight about each landmark
  • Sample some of the island’s most delicious fare on a walking tour that pairs gourmet food with fascinating landmarks
  • Enjoy a sunrise hike and yoga session at Mt. Lycabettus before delighting in a gourmet brunch at the summit
  • Admire the sunset after enjoying an evening hike in Santorini
  • Charter a vessel as you and your cabin crew embark on an epic adventure of sailing, swimming, and snorkeling around the small Cyclades islands
  • Cycle to Lake Vouliagmeni before spending the day basking in its mineral waters and being pampered with endless spa treatments

Detailed Description

If it is adventure and enjoying the great outdoors that you are seeking in your next vacation, Greece is the perfect destination for your next getaway. Imagine swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and sailing in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea, or exploring as you hike, walk, and cycle among some of the most breathtaking locales in all of Europe.

This luxurious, 7-day adventure offers the most exhilarating and exciting excursions in addition to ensuring that they are among the most elite and exclusive options. Your grand getaway will waste no time because your grand vacation in Greece will begin the moment that you land in Athens. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your luxurious accommodation before being treated to a delicious feast that will be complete with an impressive view of the Acropolis.

The following morning will begin with a hike up Mount Lycabettus, which will be followed by a yoga session and lovely brunch at the summit. Later in the day, a sightseeing tour of Athens by bike will introduce you to some of the city’s most iconic sites. The following day, you will indulge in another biking adventure to lovely Lake Vouliagmeni, where you will spend the day basking in the healing waters of the mineral springs and being pampered with endless spa treatments.

Afterward, you will sail to Santorini, where you will complete the next half of your Greek adventure. Upon your arrival to Greece’s most beloved island, you will be led an evening, caldera hike. The highlight of your evening hike will be witnessing one of the most jaw-dropping sunsets that you have ever seen.

The next day will find you being whisked away on a tour to the Cyclades Islands. This adventure will provide you with a captain and crew. While you sail around and explore these islands, you will be able to call the shots, which will allow you to choose to sightsee, swim, snorkel, or sunbathe to your heart’s desire. The following morning, you will set out on a kayaking excursion that will have you paddling your way among some of Santorini’s most beloved beaches. You will then spend your final night in Greece, eating and walking your way through Santorini’s during a tour of the most aesthetically and gastronomically appealing venues and vendors. After you have sampled some of the most delicious Mediterranean fare and explored many of the archaeological sites of Santorini, you will witness one last sunset over the Aegean Sea.

During your time in Greece, you will stay in opulent accommodations, and a private driver will be made available to you. Everything about this itinerary is also entirely customizable, so you can adjust anything and everything to better suit your moods and desires once you are in Greece. The only thing that you have to focus on is traveling to Greece and enjoying every inch of Athens and Santorini.

Starting Price

$3,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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