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Best of Greece

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Best of Greece

Rs.88400

per person

• 07 nights / 08 days
• Tour Code: GRE001
• Athens (3) → Mykonos (2)
• Santorini (2)
• Volcano Tour → Hot Springs
• Thirassia → Oia with Sunset

Highlights

  • 03 nights in Athens
  • 02 nights in Mykonos
  • 02 nights in Santorini
  • Athens: Half Day City Tour of Athens with new Acropolis Museum
  • Santorini: Half Day Volcano Tour and Hot Springs with Thirassia Island & Oia with Sunset on shared coach basis
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry ticket from Athens (Piraeus Port) to Mykonos
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry from Mykonos to Santorini
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry Ticket from Santorini to Athens
  • All internal land transfers Airport – Hotel – Port – Hotel – Airport wherever applicable
  • We only recommend hotels with good ratings on TripAdvisor
  • Departure
    Ex-Athens
  • Departure Time
    April, May, June, July, Aug, Sep, Oct
1

Day 01: Arrival in Athens

Welcome to Greece. On arrival at Athens International Airport and proceed to your hotel by your private transfer. Rest of the day is at leisure spend to explore this fascinating city.

Athens. A magical city. The city with the most glorious history in the world is worshiped by gods and people. The enchanting capital of Greece has always been the birthplace of civilization. It is the city where democracy and most of the wise men of ancient times were born. The most important civilization of the ancient world flourished in Athens and relives through superb architectural masterpieces.

Overnight Stay at Athens.

Optional: In the evening you may enjoy the Athens by Night Tour (additional cost)

Note: Greek Ministry of Tourism have introduced a new accommodation tax wherein Guests will be asked to pay the tax while checking-in and can pay either by cash or credit card. Tax amount will depend on the official rating of each property.
2

Day 02: Athens City Tour with Acropolis Museum

After breakfast, leave for Athens City Tour with Acropolis Museum.

This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city.

Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop).

Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's Residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma).

On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erectheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon.

Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: the New Acropolis Museum.

Overnight Stay at Athens.

Note: Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed.
3

Day 03: Athens to Mykonos (by Ferry)

Wake up to a beautiful morning and start your day with a delicious breakfast. Meet a representative at the hotel and get transferred to Port of Piraeus.

Thereupon, board a ferry to reach Mykonos. Amidst the Aegean Sea, Mykonos, famously called 'the island of the winds', is the most popular and cosmopolitan island of the Cyclades.

On arrival at the port, head to your place of stay; later spend rest of the day at leisure. Make most of the free time by learning about the lifestyle and history of Mykonos by enjoying a walking in the capital (Chora) of the island (own expense).

In the evening, you could head for shopping or experience the dynamic nightlife of this beautiful island. At night, return to the hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Overnight Stay at Mykonos.
4

Day 04: Mykonos Leisure Day

After breakfast, you are free to explore beautiful beaches, and a spectacular view of Mykonos. The sunlight of Mykonos from its first sunshine of dawn all the way to its last of the sunset is astonishing and supplements an atmosphere of images that seem to have sprung out of a painting.

Don't forget about the amazing nightlife for which the island is famous, hit the bars and restaurants and dance the night away!

Overnight Stay at Mykonos.

Optional: You can enjoy a South Coast Cruise Tour or an off road Jeep Safari (additional cost)
5

Day 05: Mykonos to Santorini (by Ferry)

Next up: Santorini! Arguably Greece’s most beautiful island.

After our ferry ride, we will wander through the town of Fira to get our bearings. See why the blue door houses, white church domes make Santorini the iconic postcard town of Greece. Santorini is formed from volcanic activity, and from the caldera witness the most epic sunset and breath-taking views.

Overnight Stay at Santorini.
6

Day 06: Volcano Tour + Hot Springs + Thirassia Island +Oia with Sunset

Today we depart from Athinios Port, enjoy sailing with traditional wooden boat, named “kaiki”, to the Volcano of Santorini. We climb up approx. 30 minutes and explore the dramatic rocky scenery. You can take a swim in the Hot Springs (30 minutes). Later we stop at Thirassia also called “Fisherman’s Island”, free time for lunch or for swimming.

Later we visit Oia, climb up 200 steps to reach the top of the village, free time to enjoy the most beautiful sunset. Return from Oia by bus after sunset.

Overnight Stay at Santorini.

Note: Lunch and entrance fees to Volcano are not included.
7

Day 07: Santorini to Athens (by Ferry)

After breakfast, you will be transferred at Santorini port for your way back to Athens. Arrival at Piraeus port and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight Stay at Athens.

Note: You can also take a domestic flight from Santorini to Athens (additional cost)
8

Day 08: Departure from Athens

Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.

Inclusions

  • 03 nights accommodation in Athens
  • 02 nights accommodation in Mykonos
  • 02 nights accommodation in Santorini
  • Accommodation on double sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar
  • Meals: Breakfast at hotels mentioned
  • Athens: Half Day City Tour of Athens with new Acropolis Museum
  • Santorini: Half Day Volcano Tour and Hot Springs with Thirassia Island & Oia with Sunset on shared coach basis
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry ticket from Athens (Piraeus Port) to Mykonos
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry from Mykonos to Santorini
  • Ferry: Economy Class Normal Ferry Ticket from Santorini to Athens
  • Transfers: Athens Airport to Athens Hotel / Athens Hotel to Athens (Piraeus Port)
  • Transfers: Mykonos Port to Mykonos Hotel / Mykonos Hotel to Mykonos Port
  • Transfers: Santorini Port to Santorini Hotel / Santorini Hotel to Santorini Airport
  • Transfers: Athens Airport to Athens Hotel / Athens Hotel to Athens Airport
  • Mid night surcharge will apply for transfers between 23:00 hrs to 06:00 hrs
  • All guests will be picked up from the hotel lobby
  • All tours and transfers on SIC basis (shared)
  • All transfers, excursions, sightseeing and surface transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
  • International standard check-in time at the hotels is 15:00 hrs & check-out time is 11:00 hrs
  • Note: Guests are requested to buy Local SIM Card from Airport and pass on new number to us for any communication. Greece office will contact on local Greece mobile number for any communication
  • Note: Guests are requested to be on time and wait at the hotel lobby for pick-ups. Failure to be punctual may result to missing out of the transfers and there will be no refund provided for missed transfers
  • Note: Greek Ministry of Tourism have introduced a new accommodation tax wherein Guests will be asked to pay the tax while checking-in and can pay either by cash or credit card. Tax amount will depend on the official rating of each property.
Exclusions
  • GST
  • Greek Schengen Visa Fees
  • Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any airfare / train fare
  • Any meal plan not mentioned
  • City tax is not included and should be paid directly at every hotel. These are nominal charges
  • Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, camera charges, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
  • Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
  • All arrangements made by us are in the capacity of a ground handling agent only. We will not be liable for claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries delayed or cancelled flights or ferry & acts or forces of nature, political disturbances etc.
  • No porterage included. Guest has to carry the luggage on their own to the room
  • Above itinerary is just indicative
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Inclusions' box

We only suggest hotels having good ratings on TripAdvisor.



Hotels
  1. 3* Star Hotels
Extra Adult/Child
  1. Extra cost for adult will be 80% of the package cost (with extra bed)
  2. Child below 2 years will be complimentary (without extra bed)
  3. Kindly request for rates of child above 2 years (with extra bed)