The aromas of delicious Greek cuisine will fill the air when you arrive in Athens for this wonderful 10-day food and wine tour of the Greek Islands. Two nights in the captivating city of Athens will begin your trip before traveling in luxury via private boat to the islands of Mykonos, Naxos, and Santorini. Exclusive food tours, savory tastings, and the best wines of the islands will be yours to indulge in at every destination.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Athens – Explore Plaka
Your adventure will begin when you land at Athens International Airport. A brief stay in the capital city will be the ideal way to start your trip before heading to the islands. Upon your arrival, a private transfer will lead you to your luxurious accommodation. After you have time to settle in, your guide will arrive and lead you on a tour of the Plaka area. Plaka is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Athens. This lively neighborhood is known for its custom shops and delicious restaurants.
What's Included:
Day 2
Athens – Exclusive Food Tour
Day 3
Mykonos – Private Tour of the Island
Day 4
Mykonos – Private Cooking Class
Day 5
Naxos – Guided Tour of Naxos
Day 6
Naxos – Visit a Restored Olive Mill
Day 7
Santorini – Ouzo Tasting in Santorini
Day 8
Santorini – Wine Tour and Tasting
Day 9
Santorini – Dinner Cruise
Day 10
Santorini – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Explore the custom shops and delicious restaurants in Plaka, which is one of the oldest parts of Athens
- Enjoy the cuisine of Athens during an exclusive food tour, which will have you sampling Greek fare
- Witness the symbolic windmills of Mykonos in the Kato Milli area
- Prepare traditional Greek dishes with professional chefs and indulge in your creations for dinner during an exclusive cooking class
- Visit a pottery workshop, where you will see artisans create beautiful handmade pieces
- Tour a restored olive mill in Naxos and taste locally made olive oil during a private visit
- Experience the stunning views in Oia and taste a traditional Greek aperitif in Santorini
- Discover the premier wines of Santorini, which are appreciated around the world
- Climb the crater of a volcano and indulge in a sumptuous dinner cruise during a private excursion to the island of Nea Kameni
Detailed Description
During this immersive 10-day trip to the Greek Islands, you will discover the amazing cuisine of Greece. Your wonderful journey will begin when you land at Athens International Airport, and the next two nights in Greece’s capital will allow you to discover the history and cuisine of the city. During your first afternoon, you will explore Plaka, which is one of the oldest areas of the city. The following day, your exploration into the incredible realm of food in Greece will begin when you embark on a private food tour of Athens.
On the morning of day three, you will leave the sights of Athens in the background and set out on the Aegean Sea for your first island destination of Mykonos. Soon, you will enjoy a tour of the island with your local guide. From the symbolic windmills to the historic village of Ano Mera, you will discover all that Mykonos has to offer. The next day, you can relax and unwind in luxury at one of Mykonos’ gorgeous beaches before partaking in a private cooking class at a family-owned restaurant. On the morning of day five, you will continue your journey across the sea to the next beautiful destination of Naxos. The next two nights on the island will allow you to discover its intriguing villages and attractions. You will also tour one of the island’s restored olive mills and taste locally made olive oil.
After breakfast on day seven, you will cruise to your final island destination of Santorini. The final three nights of your trip will be spent on this island, and you will explore all it has to offer. A guided tour on the first afternoon will take you to the well-known villages of Fira and Oia. The next day will allow you to discover the renowned wines of Santorini during a tour of three of the island’s premier wineries. An exciting excursion to the nearby island of Nea Kameni will be in store on day nine. On the way back to Santorini, you will indulge in a mouthwatering dinner cruise, and this delicious feast will be a great way to end your vacation. The next morning, private transfers will lead you back to Athens International Airport for the return flight.
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
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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!
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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.
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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!
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