NAME: DESCENDANTS OF GREECE
ARRIVAL CITY: ATHENS - DEPARTURES: DAILY FROM 1 APR - 25 OCT (CLOSED DATES: 25, 27-30 APR & 1, 2, 4 MAY)DURATION:8 DAYS
DAY 1: ATHENS
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy free time at your leisure.
DAY 2: ATHENS CITY TOUR / ZAKYNTHOS ( Bus 4.5hrs + Ferry 1hr 15min) (B)
This morning, our expert guide will help you explore the treasures of Athens during your morning sightseeing tour. Pass by the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament, the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and Constitution Square (Syntagma). Your tour will be followed by a visit to the Acropolis, the eternal symbol of democracy, education, and inspiration. Your tour will end with a visit to the impressive Acropolis Museum (entrance fees included). After your tour, board the bus and travel to the port of Kyllini, where you will take the ferry to Zakynthos. Upon arrival in Zakynthos, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 3: ZAKYNTHOS TO SHIPWRECK BEACH AND BLUE CAVES CRUISE (B)
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to board your half-day cruise to Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves! Your first stop is truly breathtaking, something that up until now you have only seen on postcards: the famous Shipwreck Beach! Enter the wreck like a pirate, take iconic photographs, and relax while enjoying a swim in the turquoise water. Your next stop is the famous BLUE CAVES, where the light produced by the sun shining on the water reflects against the wall of the caves, transforming the seabed into shades of purple, red, and turquoise. The view is truly breathtaking! Enjoy swimming in one of the most impressive sea cave surroundings and crystal-clear blue waters. Overnight in Zakynthos.
DAY 4: ZAKYNTHOS / ATHENS (Ferry 1hr 15min + Bus 4.5hrs ) (B)
Pick up and transfer to the port for your ferry to Kilini and then your bus ride to Athens. Upon arrival, transfer to your selected hotel to settle in and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 5: ATHENS (8HRS) - SANTORINI (B)
Morning transfer to the port of Piraeus to take the ferry to the island of Santorini. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel and then you will have the rest of the time to enjoy the gorgeous island.
DAY 6: SANTORINI (B)
Day at leisure to enjoy the unique views, the black sandy beaches, as well as the most romantic sunset in the world. We suggest you enjoy an optional half-day cruise to the small volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni found in the center of the famous caldera and the hot springs with orangey water, where you will have free time for swimming. Do not miss the opportunity to have a romantic dinner on the rim of the caldera with the most breathtaking view on the planet.
DAY 7: SANTORINI (8HRS) – ATHENS (B)
Transfer to the port and departure to Piraeus. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel to settle in and relax.
DAY 8: ATHENS / AIRPORT
According to your flight departure time, you will be transferred to Athens airport to catch the flight back, carrying in your "luggage" the wonderful memories of Greek Attractions.
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**Remarks: Rates are subject to hotel availability. In the event of the unavailability of the mentioned hotels, a similar rate-class hotel will be booked. Alternatively, a supplement will be provided based on the available hotel at the time of booking.
No extra hidden cost!
Hotels 3*
Athens – Best Western Museum or similar
Zakynthos – Varres or similar
Santorini – Nissos Thira / Sunrise or similar
Hotels 4*
Athens – Titania / Avenue / President or similar
Zakynthos – Strada Marina / Palatino or similar
Santorini – El Greco or similar