Seven Days of Family Fun in Athens and Santorini
What to expect on this itinerary
Greece is the pinnacle of destinations for history lovers or those who seek a luxuriously relaxing vacation. During this incredible 7-day journey, your family will experience the best of both worlds. Partake in outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and snorkeling, immerse yourself in the culture of Greece and its history, enjoy helicopter transfers, and indulge in a private cooking class.
Customizable Itinerary
Athens – Craft a Piece of Greek Pottery
When you land in Athens, your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your luxurious accommodations in the heart of the city. After having some time to settle in and relax, you will set out on a private tutorial of Greek pottery. During your class, you will craft an amazing and personalized piece of pottery while learning fascinating historical facts about ancient Greek art and what makes the art of pottery special and meaningful to Greece. Before you enjoy an authentic Mediterranean meal, your pottery will be placed in a kiln.
What's Included:
Athens – Myths and Legends Tour
Athens – Corinth and the Cave of Lakes
Athens – Sailing the Athens Riviera
Santorini – Helicopter to Santorini
Santorini – Indulge in a Cooking Class
Santorini – Farewell to Greece
Trip Highlights
- Partake in a private VIP tour of Athens that will teach you about the mythological legends of powerful gods and goddesses that once ruled over ancient Greece
- Design and craft a piece of Greek pottery during an immersive class, which will be followed by an authentic Greek meal
- Discover the mystical Cave of Lakes as you venture underground to explore the fascinating world that is filled with endless caverns and mystery
- Spend a day sailing the Athens Riviera on a private yacht and have the opportunity to swim, snorkel, or relax on the deck
- Enjoy an exhilarating private helicopter ride that will transfer you from metropolitan Athens to the sun-dappled shores of Santorini
- Traverse a Caldera during an epic hike and watch the sunrise from one of the most spectacular viewpoints on the entire island
- Indulge in a private cooking class that will teach you how to make two signature Greek dishes before allowing you to feast on the fruits of your labor
Detailed Description
History lovers have long chosen Greece as their ideal vacation destination due to its plethora of historical landmarks. What many tourists fail to understand is how great of a locale Greece and its isles are for families. The country hosts a variety of outdoor activities, culinary delights, and cultural events. Moreover, Greece features immersive excursions that all ages can enjoy, ensuring that your entire family has an amazing time on this luxury getaway to Athens and Santorini.
This luxurious 7-day vacation includes only the most elite and exclusive experiences. Your luxury family getaway will begin in Athens, where you will spend your first evening attending a private class that will teach you how to make an authentic piece of Greek pottery. The next morning, your first full day in Athens will kick off with a VIP tour of its metropolitan area, which is imbued with Greek mythology and its intriguing legends that are tied to the city’s iconic landmarks. During your time in Athens, you will visit famed sites, such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon, but also hear about Zeus, Athena, Poseidon, and many other gods along the way. That evening, you will attend a private dance lesson, where you will learn a traditional Greek dance before enjoying a lovely dinner.
A day trip to Corinth and the Cave of Lakes will make up the morning of day three before an exciting ride on the Odontos Railway. The following day will find you on a private yacht, cruising the Athens Riviera in style and basking in the sun. If you desire, you can snorkel and swim from the boat. Santorini will be your next destination. After a thrilling helicopter ride from Athens to the sensational island, you will waste no time in diving into a private safari tour that will lead you to the most scenic and famed sites of the island.
The following morning will begin with a caldera hike that offers breathtaking views of Santorini. Later that afternoon, you will be provided with the opportunity to ride a donkey. For your last evening, you will participate in a private cooking class that will teach you how to create a traditional Greek meal. Your final morning will comprise of a mythological-centered brunch before your transfer to the airport for your departure.
Throughout your getaway, your family will stay in luxurious accommodations and will have all transfers arranged before your arrival. That is, every time you venture to a new tour or destination, a private driver will be waiting to drive you wherever you need to go. This itinerary is customizable, so you can adjust nearly anything and everything to better suit your moods and interests once you are in Greece.
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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Everything was planned according to the itinerary set by Zicasso’s travel specialist and experienced to full pleasure. I cannot express how great of a time I had in Greece, even during the off-season.
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From sharing honey with bees at a tiny apiary to touring the Acropolis with an archaeologist, to squeezing the whey out of cheese at a family farm and meeting the goats who provided the milk, to hiking from village to village with a guide who knew the name and medicinal use of every plant we passed, to learning to make phyllo dough, it was simply terrific! If you're thinking of visiting Greece, connect with this travel company and enjoy the trip of a lifetime.
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