Cycladic Explorer Greece

Explore the Cyclades on this 13-day journey through Athens, Santorini, Ios and Paros. Visit Athens, Greece’s capital city, filled with history, art and culture, then head to the beautiful island of Santorini before travelling to Ios, with its vibrant nightlife and Paros, with quiet villages and quaint charm.

Visit iconic Greek islands and experience the history, charm and sunny skies of this incredible region. Your flights, accommodations, land and ferry transfers are included, and you’ll have ample time to explore the islands at your own pace.

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Cycladic Explorer Greece

$2,965.00

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Edmonton Pricing

$2965 per person Double OCC.

$4040 per person Single OCC

Calgary Pricing

$3115 per person Double OCC.

$4175 per person Single OCC

Day 1 Depart Canada

Fly to Athens.

Day 2 Welcome to Athens

Arrive in Athens, transfer and check into your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure getting to know Athens.

Day 3 Athens: Sightseeing

Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the city, including a visit to the Acropolis. Then spend the rest of the afternoon discovering Athens at your own pace. Athens is home to countless restaurants and cafés, great shopping on Ermou and Kolonaki streets, and fascinating history.

Activity Included

  • The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum: Follow your expert guides as they take you for a quick stop at the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. From here, you’ll continue on and pass by the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Next up is a comprehensive visit of the Acropolis to see architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the impressive Parthenon. End the tour with visit of the New Acropolis Museum.
 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4 Athens – Santorini

After breakfast, transfer to the port for your fast ferry to Santorini, then transfer to your hotel. Head out and explore Santorini at your leisure.

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5 & 6 Santorini: At Leisure

Take the next two days to explore this magnificent island at your own pace. Lose yourself on volcanic Santorini and take in the island’s romance and charm.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT: Volcanic Santorini will charm you from the moment you arrive, with its unique caldera and beautiful colourful beaches. Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira ($), which hosts artifacts from the sites of Akrotiri and Ancient Thira. Oia is known as the most photographed spot in Greece and is renowned for its unbelievable sunsets.
 Meal(s): 2 breakfasts

Day 7 Santorini – Ios

Transfer to the port and travel via hydrofoil to Ios. Transfer to your hotel and check in, then enjoy free time on Ios.

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8 Ios: At Leisure

Hit the beach, discover Ios’ quiet side, or if you like, find the best party spots.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT: Explore Ios’ secluded beaches and traditional villages, visit the Tomb of Homer ($), check out the souvenirs and sample fresh seafood. In the evening, hit up Ios’ varied clubs and dance the night away, or simply relax at a sidewalk bar with a glass of wine and flavourful Greek feta cheese.
 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 9 Ios – Paros

Transfer to the port and head to Paros via hydrofoil, then transfer to your hotel.

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Days 10 & 11 Paros: At Leisure

Enjoy free time on enchanting Paros.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT: Paros is the perfect balance of culture, charming villages and incredible natural beauty. Parikia Town, the island’s capital, features charming walkways, quaint shops and tavernas. Head over to Naoussa, an old port town with a Venetian castle. Kolymbithres is one of the island’s most popular beaches, and Santa Maria is a great spot for water sports and windsurfing.
 Meal(s): 2 breakfasts

Day 12 Paros – Athens

Transfer to the Paros port for your fast ferry to Athens. Transfer to your hotel and check in for the night.

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 13 Athens – Return to Canada

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and board your flight home.

 Meal(s): Breakfast
LOCATION – Pricing includes SUPERIOR ACCOMODATION
HOTEL
Athens, Greece (ATH)
THE STANLEY(or similar)
Santorini, Cyclades, Greece
STAR HOTEL(or similar)
Ios, Cyclades, Greece
FAROUT VILLAGE(or similar)
Paros, Cyclades, Greece
PANDROSSOS HOTEL(or similar)

ROOM SPECIFICATIONS

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Greece and are payable in local currency upon arrival. Rates vary from 1 EUR to 5 EUR depending on hotel star rating and location and are calculated per room, per night. Rates are subject to change without notice.

Edmonton to Athens


Flight AC168 Economy Class
Edmonton (YEG)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
12:00
Toronto (YYZ)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
17:40

 


Flight AC896 Economy Class
Toronto (YYZ)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
19:10
Athens (ATH)
Sunday 25 September, 2022
11:40

Athens to Edmonton


Flight AC897 Economy Class
Athens (ATH)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
12:45
Toronto (YYZ)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
16:30

Flight AC175 Economy Class
Toronto (YYZ)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
19:00
Edmonton (YEG)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
21:15

Calgary to Athens


Flight AC140 Economy Class
Calgary (YYC)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
12:00
Toronto (YYZ)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
17:48

Flight AC896 Economy Class
Toronto (YYZ)
Saturday 24 September, 2022
19:10
Athens (ATH)
Sunday 25 September, 2022
11:40

Athens to Calgary


Flight AC897 Economy Class
Athens (ATH)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
12:45
Toronto (YYZ)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
16:30

Flight AC155 Economy Class
Toronto (YYZ)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
18:55
Calgary (YYC)
Thursday 06 October, 2022
21:07

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