Greece

DAY 1: Athens

Arrival in Greece, the land of the mythical Gods and ancient civilization. At Athens International Airport you will be welcomed by your private driver and taken to your hotel. Enjoy your afternoon and evening exploring the vibrant culture and nightlife of Modern Athens. Ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their favorite Athens restaurants, cafes and entertainment.

DAY 2: Athens - Half Day Athens Walking Tour

After breakfast, your licensed English speaking guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. Begin your tour at the new Acropolis Museum and then visit the Acropolis itself and its timeless temples of Parthenon, Erectheion and Athena Nike. A short climb up to the Hill of Philopappus brings you to the imposing Roman period funeral monument and extensive views of Athens and Piraeus. You then descend to the hill of the Pnyx, the area used in Classical Athens as the meeting place for the democratic assembly. You enter the historical Plaka area close to the Thiseion temple, dating back to the 5th century BC, meandering past the ancient Agora with the impressively restored Stoa of Attalus, Hadrian’s Library, and the picturesque Tower of the Winds. The route back leads up over the Areopagus, or Hill of Mars, directly below the Acropolis. Here, in 54 AD, Saint Paul preached his Sermon on an unknown God, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles. Finally, you pass the Roman period Odeion of Herodes Atticus, which is still used as a summer venue for open-air concerts and theatrical performances.  Your tour will end at Syntagma Square where you can enjoy the changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. 

DAY 3:  Athens, Mykonos

After breakfast, meet your private transfer to the Athens airport for your flight to Mykonos. Upon arrival you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.  Enjoy the day at your leisure at the pool or one of the many crystal clear beaches of Mykonos.  Take a walk in the whitewashed labyrinth streets of Mykonos town lined with numerous shops and restaurants; make sure to ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their personal favorites.

DAY 4: Mykonos

Explore the day at your leisure or enjoy an optional tour to the uninhabited island of Delos – The Sacred Island of Antiquity and the birthplace of Apollo. The entire island, all 5 square kilometers, is an archaeological monument. Remains of temples, holy places, houses, and settlements date back from the Neolithic to the Roman periods. There is no place in the world where one will not find photographs of the Lion Terrace, with its unique marble Lions. The indoor Archaeological Museum is one of the best in the country. In fact, the site is so full and rich with antiquities that multiple visits are quite common.

DAY 5: Mykonos

Enjoy your day at leisure.  Ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their favorite beaches on the island of Mykonos.

DAY 6: Mykonos, Santorini 

After breakfast, meet your transfer in the hotel lobby and drive to the port of Mykonos to board the hydrofoil for a three hour ride to Santorini.  Upon arrival in Santorini, you will be greeted at the port by your driver and taken to your hotel.  Enjoy your afternoon and evening at your leisure taking in the spectacular views of the caldera and the stunning colors of the sunset.  Enjoy a romantic dinner at one of the numerous restaurants while sipping wine from one of the local wineries.  Ask your Leisure Travel Consultants for their favorite restaurants in Santorini. 

DAY 7: Santorini

Explore the island at your leisure or enjoy an optional Semi-Private Sunset Catamaran Cruise.  The cruise begins from Vlihada Marina and sails past the red and white beaches, and on to Akrotiri and the ancient light house. The first stop will be at the volcano and the hot springs a quick swim. Next, you will proceed to a beautiful and secluded bay for a swim and snorkeling, while the onboard chef prepares your lunch of seafood and steak barbeque. Following lunch, continue sailing through the caldera past the islands of Thirassia and Aspronissi and back towards Vlihada.

DAY 8: Santorini

Enjoy your day at leisure.  Ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their personal tips of favorite activities and excursions while in Santorini.

DAY 9: Santorini, Crete

After breakfast, meet your transfer in the hotel lobby and drive to the port of Santorini to board the hydrofoil for your three hour ferry to Crete.  Upon arrival in Crete, you will be greeted at the port by your private driver and taken to your hotel.  Enjoy the evening at your leisure exploring the natural wonders, local culture and history of Crete.  Ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their favorite activities in Crete.

DAY 10: Crete

Enjoy the day at your leisure or experience an optional Private Half Day Knossos Tour.  After breakfast, meet your private driver. Your tour begins on the road to Knossos Palace to explore one of the main centers of the Minoan Civilization.  Next you will visit the Archeological Museum of Heraklion, and you will continue to see the city of Heraklion making stops at the Old Port, the Venetian Walls, the Municipal Market, the Castle or Koules, and museums, churches, fountains or shops of your preference.

DAY 11 and 12: Crete

Enjoy the day at leisure relaxing at one of the endless turquoise beaches of Crete or exploring the deep history and culture the island offers.  Ask your Leisure Travel Consultant for their personal favorites.

DAY 13: Departure

After breakfast meet your private driver in the hotel lobby for the drive to Heraklion airport where you will board your flight to Athens International Airport. Flights will be scheduled to meet your flight home.