This island-hopping itinerary will introduce you to three distinct areas of Greece – Athens, the center of ancient Greece; Santorini, the iconic island famous for its blue and white architecture and dazzling sunsets; and Porto Heli, Greece’s best-kept secret, full of coves along the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea. All in, this regional trio delivers the full magic of Greece – the surf and sand, the seaside hilltops, the delicious cuisine and the distinct Mediterranean vibe.
After clearing customs, you will be met by a private driver for the transfer to your hotel, which is perched on the tip of a pine-clad peninsula. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure. The city center is only 30 minutes away.
Hotel: Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your private guide and driver. Your trip to the Acropolis will begin with a guided tour of the Parthenon, Erectheion, Temple of Athena Nike and Propylaea, followed by a visit to the New Acropolis Museum and a stroll through Plaka's cobblestone streets. The tour will finish up in the Thisseio neighborhood with a private car tour of the Panathenaic Stadium, the Unknown Soldier Memorial, the Changing of the Guards and the Zappeion. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Hotel: Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Today, a private driver will take you to Athens airport ahead of a 50-minute domestic flight to the iconic island of Santorini. After arriving, you take a private 30-minute transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Hotel: Andronis Boutique Hotel
Your tour today starts at the stables in Megalochori with a ride along the traditional village out toward the caldera cliff. You will visit an ancient quarry carved into the cliff side to view the different layers of stone and the remains of the Minoan civilization in existence 3,500 years ago. After the tour enjoy a transfer back to your hotel.
Hotel: Andronis Boutique Hotel
Today’s touring activity takes you to experience the splendor of the island's most scenic villages. After reaching the tour starting point, you will walk from Pyrgos to Megalohori alongside beautiful mansions, explore quaint rural houses and discover the charm of Santorini's abandoned neighborhoods. You will also visit a family-owned winery to taste award-winning local volcanic wines. After the tour, you will return to the hotel.
Hotel: Andronis Boutique Hotel
Set out this morning on a full-day cruise across Santorini's azure waters. The driver will take you to the marina in Vlychada, where the crew will be preparing for the onboard barbecue and dinner. The catamaran will then sail to Red and White Beaches for swimming, Akrotiri, Aspronisi and the Old Lighthouse, followed by the volcanic hot springs and Oia. The cruise concludes in Ammoudi Bay. After the tour enjoy a transfer back to the hotel.
Hotel: Andronis Boutique Hotel
Today, you fly back to Athens in time to meet your two-hour ferry connection to the resort town of Port Heli. Your private driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel, which is set on a mountaintop on the east coast of the Peloponnese Peninsula. Take in the neighboring UNESCO-protected ruins and the 360-degree views of olive groves and the Aegean Sea.
Hotel: Amanzoe
Today brings a full-day tour of Port Heli. The finest ancient theater in Greece, seating about 14,000 people, combines superb acoustics with harmonious dimensions. The legendary Theater of Epidaurus is one of the outstanding relics of Greek antiquity. You can test the theater's remarkable acoustics on the stage that has held performances by legendary ancient playwrights such as Sophocles, Euripides and Aeschylus. Seeing the theater during the summer festival months will undoubtedly add to the allure of your visit. Afterwards, return to the hotel with a private driver.
Hotel: Amanzoe
Given its pleasant temperatures and fertile land, the Peloponnese peninisula produces some of Greece's finest wines. This morning, you will tour one of the most well-known wineries, travel through the vineyards and local facilities, and learn about the numerous Greek grape varieties and how the wine-making heritage has been passed down from generation to generation. Later, a specialist will lead you through a tasting of premium wines, explaining the tasting procedure and guiding you through various textures and flavor notes. Finish your adventure with a small lunch amid the region’s natural scenery before returning to the hotel.
Hotel: Amanzoe
After breakfast, you will meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a transfer to Porto Heli pier for the ferry back to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens enjoy a transfer to the hotel where you will spend your final day at leisure.
Hotel: Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Your visit to Greece comes to an end today, with a transfer back to the airport for your return flight home.