This luxurious 10-day journey of Greece and its islands is designed to uncover the best historical and cultural attractions. The islands of Greece are the ideal combination of beauty and history. Steeped in centuries of culture, they are the ultimate destination for an immersive vacation. Sail across the Aegean Sea, explore the Acropolis, and bask in the tranquility of Greece’s hot springs.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Athens – Visit the National Archaeological Museum
Your luxurious, 10-day adventure that was designed to immerse you in the culture and history of Greece will begin when you land at Athens International Airport. Upon your arrival, a private transfer will lead you to your centrally located and luxurious hotel. After having time to check-in, your private tour will lead you to the National Archaeological Museum. As you begin to stroll through the many exhibits with your private guide, you will feel the history that emanates from every room. Once your remarkable tour concludes, you can indulge in your first dinner in Greece.
What's Included:
Day 2
Athens – Discover the Acropolis
Day 3
Mykonos – Arrive in Mykonos and Guided Tour
Day 4
Mykonos – Exclusive Tour of Delos
Day 5
Naxos – Exclusive Tour of Naxos
Day 6
Santorini – Arrive in Santorini for a Private Tour
Day 7
Santorini – Private Cruise and visit Nea Kameni
Day 8
Crete – Tour Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Day 9
Crete – Discover Knossos Palace
Day 10
Crete – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Visit the National Archaeological Museum, which is home to endless Greek artifacts
- Explore the sights of the Acropolis during an exclusive tour, including the legendary Parthenon
- Discover the historical sites of the Village of Ano Mera, including the ancient Panagia Tourliani and Gyzi Castle
- Traverse through the fascinating ruins of Delos, which is a gorgeous island near Mykonos
- Marvel at the stone details and frescoes of Panagia Drosiani, which is one of the oldest churches in Greece
- Journey around the ancient settlement of Akrotiri during a private tour of Santorini
- Venture to the crater of a volcano and swim in relaxing hot springs
- Indulge in a tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, which is considered to be one of the best museums in the world
- Explore the remains of Knossos Palace, which was one of the largest structures built by the ancient Minoan civilization
Detailed Description
Steeped in history and full of incredible landscapes, the islands of Greece are the ideal destination for an unforgettable vacation. Your luxurious 10-day adventure is designed to explore the best historical and cultural attractions of the islands. You will begin when you land in Athens, where you will have two nights. Once you have checked in to your centrally located hotel, your first afternoon will feature an exclusive tour of the National Archaeological Museum. Here, you will experience your first discoveries of the history and culture of Greece as you marvel at the many artifacts on display. The following day, your journey will continue with a private tour of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. During your tour, you will surely admire every ruin and remain that you see.
On the morning of day three, you will set off for the first amazing Greek Island of your trip. You will travel across the Aegean Sea in pure luxury as your speed boat leads you to the gorgeous island of Mykonos. A guided tour of the island will lead you to its ancient windmills and to the Village of Ano Mera, which will be filled with historical attractions. The following day, you will transfer to the nearby island of Delos. Delos is a fascinating island, and during your private tour, you will explore the island’s best sites, including the remains of various temples, marvelous statues, and its Archaeological Museum. The following morning, you will venture to Naxos. During your stay here, you will be provided with the opportunity to tour the iconic sites of the island, including the villages of Sangri and Damalas. From the age-old churches to the restored olive mills, every aspect of the island will be interesting and memorable.
On day six, you will sail to your next destination of Santorini. This fascinating island will prove to be the perfect combination of beauty and culture. During a private tour, you will be led to the ancient site of Akrotiri, which is home to numerous ruins that will be the highlight of the tour. The next day, you will visit the island of Nea Kameni. The island is known for its volcanic terrain, and an exhilarating climb to the summit of the volcano’s crater will be awe-inspiring. Before your visit concludes, you will also be provided with the opportunity to swim in the island’s hot springs. Your wonderful journey will then continue to your final island destination of Crete. Your stay on Greece’s largest island will feature private tours of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Knossos Palace. Finally, on the morning of day ten, a short flight will lead you back to Athens International Airport, where you will catch your connecting flight home.
Starting Price
$4,300 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.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.94 stars based on 2463 reviews.
Zicasso's travel company and their agents made the trip planning very easy. They were also very responsive when changes occurred and took care of those changes quickly, making for a stress-free and enjoyable trip. The tours, tour guides, drivers, and hotels were top-notch! Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable.
Our travel agent was in communication with us regularly, especially during the trip, which made us feel even more at ease and supported. We received welcome gifts that were so thoughtful and appreciated! We strongly recommend using this company for any and all trips. We will be using them again!
Reviewed By Kristina C.
The planning and execution by Zicasso's travel company were done with a lot of care and attention to detail.
The people chosen to provide various services (cab service, tour guides, etc.) were well-informed, friendly, and punctual.
The hotels chosen for the stay were comfortable and in very good locations. They were convenient for sightseeing, but also not too loud/noisy.
Reviewed By Swaroop R.
We had an amazing vacation and Zicasso's travel company is all to thank for this. All of our accommodations were wonderful and checked all of our boxes for romance, great service, and excellent views. We enjoyed all of the excursions that were arranged and we got to experience all that we had hoped during this trip.
Our agent and her team were fantastic to work with and all communications were easy and very helpful. Overall, we would absolutely book another trip with this company and we will recommend this service to friends and family. Thank you!!
Reviewed By Lydia L.
Zicasso's travel agent and her team were so easy to work with and very communicative. She answered all of our questions, she listened to our ideas for the trip, and offered many of her own unique ideas to make our family trip special. I would recommend her and the agency, and we would use her again if we ever have the opportunity to travel to Greece again. Her ideas of activities were unique and less "touristy," which was exactly what we loved the most about our experience. Thank you!
Reviewed By Candice J.
Wow, where do I even begin? I consider myself someone with very high expectations and Zicasso's tour planner not only met them, she exceeded them, which rarely happens. From our very first interaction to our final farewell, the communication was absolutely flawless.
She was incredibly responsive throughout every stage of the process, from planning to execution and even during the trip itself. Knowing we had someone on the ground in Greece for support gave us such peace of mind. For example, when we encountered a minor issue with the phone in our Santorini hotel room, she immediately contacted the hotel and it was fixed right away.
Every detail was handled with precision. Her professionalism, warmth, dedication, and genuine care truly shone through. She created a fairy-tale trip to Greece that we'll treasure for a lifetime and share with friends and family for years to come.
We spent 16 unforgettable days exploring Kalamata, Athens, Paros, Naxos, and Santorini. Each island transition was seamless, every private tour was fun and educational, and the entire itinerary was perfectly paced.
The drivers she arranged were always punctual, thoughtful, and friendly. In fact, the entire team she assembled was exceptional — well-coordinated, courteous, and attentive. It was truly a top-tier concierge experience.
Going forward, I can’t imagine planning a trip any other way. She has set the bar incredibly high.
Reviewed By Michelle J.
Zicasso's agent did a wonderful job creating a trip for us that included key experiences we wanted to have, quality lodging, transportation, and transfers, all within a set budget. She was available for assistance throughout the trip and kept us updated with any details we needed for our daily activities. We had numerous locations we visited and tours, and the transportation was nearly seamless to/from every leg of the trip. The trip exceeded our expectations in quality and experiences!
Reviewed By Penny M.
