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Athens: See Athens’ old town with its winding flower-filled streets and array of tavernas to stop off for a beer and some olives.
Athens: Take an orientation in this ancient metropolis of treasures, myths and legends. See the city’s past and present.
Thermopylae: Get ready to be blown away by history when we visit the Hot Gates of Thermophylae . You'll also see the Spartan memorial here to honour the people who sacrificed their lives during the epic battle between the Spartans & the Persians.
Meteora: When you marvel at the awe-inspiring rock formations here, you'll understand why Meteora means "suspended from the heavens above". Today, you'll climb the charming mountain villages of Kastraki & Kalambaka and see how the monks live today in the captivating Byzantine Basilicas of Greece.
Delphi: Here’s your chance to finally talk to the Oracle! And immerse yourself in Ancient Greek spiritualism.
Delphi: Take some time to visit a long held family run Beekeeping business in Delphi and learn all about the benefits that bees bring to the environment. View the bees and discover how honey is produced in this tradition that dates all the way back from Ancient Greece.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Athens: All aboard! Time to sail from Athens to Mykonos, checking out that glittering sea view as we go. Includes reserved seating.
Mykonos: We'll set sail from marvellous Mykonos to perfect Paros, with reserved seating included.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Paros: We'll board the ferry in Paros and set sail for the sultry island of Santorini. With reserved seating included.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Santorini: Enjoy a day trip to Fira and bask in the golden sun as you walk through Santorini's iconic white houses and blue domes. This is the perfect photo op so make sure your phones and cameras are at the ready!
Santorini: We'll board the ferry in Santorini and set sail for inspiring Ios. Includes reserved seating (think of us as your Ferry Godmother.)
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Ios: We'll board the ferry in Ios and head back to where we started: the lovely Athens. Includes reserved seating.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around Athens. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the port to the hotel.
Delphi: Take some time to visit a long held family run Beekeeping business in Delphi and learn all about the benefits that bees bring to the environment. View the bees and discover how honey is produced in this tradition that dates all the way back from Ancient Greece.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Athens: All aboard! Time to sail from Athens to Mykonos, checking out that glittering sea view as we go. Includes reserved seating.
Mykonos: We'll set sail from marvellous Mykonos to perfect Paros, with reserved seating included.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Paros: We'll board the ferry in Paros and set sail for the sultry island of Santorini. With reserved seating included.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Santorini: Enjoy a day trip to Fira and bask in the golden sun as you walk through Santorini's iconic white houses and blue domes. This is the perfect photo op so make sure your phones and cameras are at the ready!
Santorini: We'll board the ferry in Santorini and set sail for inspiring Ios. Includes reserved seating (think of us as your Ferry Godmother.)
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
Ios: We'll board the ferry in Ios and head back to where we started: the lovely Athens. Includes reserved seating.
Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around Athens. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the port to the hotel.
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Arion Hotel (or similar)Edelweiss Hotel (or similar)Parnassos Hotel (or similar)A conveniently located hotelParadise Beach (or similar) HotelSiroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar) HotelIliada Odysseas Resort (or similar) HotelFar Out Beach Resort (or similar) HotelDorian Inn (or similar) Hotel
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Do you go geek for all things Greek? Nuts for an island paradise (or 4)? This trip combines 4 days of mainland exploring with 8 days of island hopping. From ancient architecture to the awesome Aegean. Home of magnificent monasteries to buzzing local island nightlife. Throw in some sunbathing, volcano spotting, canal admiration, feta, olives and you’re onto something pretty Godly indeed.
day 1 - Start Athens
Welcome to Athens, Greek adventurers! The clock starts now on uncovering this ancient country and all its quirks. We're calling it now, that this trip is THE ancient history lovers dream. Settle in to your hotel before catching up with the crew and get right into the Greek way of life.
Location Visited:Athens
Accommodation:Arion Hotel (or similar)
day 2 - Athens to Meteora
Not a second of today will go to waste. Europes oldest city will unfold itself this morning as we take to the Parthenon and the Acropolis with the knowledge of a local. Then, it's off to the rocky cliffs of Meteora. Get ready to be blown away by history when we visit the Hot Gates of Thermopylae . You'll also see the Spartan memorial here to honour the people who sacrificed their lives during the epic battle between the Spartans & the Persians. Meet Meteora, one of Greeces truly breathtaking sites, where natural and man-made beauty come together like flowers in a vase. Mystical monasteries perched on enormous sandstone rocks. Seriously. Youll think youve walked into a scene from Lord of the Rings.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Athens, Thermopylae, Meteora
Accommodation:Edelweiss Hotel (or similar)
day 3 - Meteora to Delphi
This morning in Meteora is reserved for exploring a couple of monasteries on the dramatic cliffs. Then, we'll make our way to another historical hotspot. Hop on! The sacred lands of Delphi will be ours this afternoon, again allowing us the chance to uncover world history right here in Greece. Despite being a place of monumental importance, it happens to have a cute little bar scene, and is a great place to sample the national drink of ouzo.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Meteora, Delphi
Accommodation:Parnassos Hotel (or similar)
day 4 - Delphi to Athens
Through the limestone columns of the Sanctuary of Apollo, we continue tapping into what was once the centre of the universe for Ancient Greeks. The remains of this Doric style building stands tall with it's remaining 6 (out of an original 15) pillars, and is the perfect spot to absorb the last bit of beauty that is the slopes of Mt. Parnassus before we jump on the trail back to Athens. Oh, and if you wanna discover the ancient Greek practice of how honey is produced, join us for an intriguing beekeeping experience! You have a night to make Athens yours before hopping out to marvellous Mykonos tomorrow.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Delphi, Athens
Accommodation:A conveniently located hotel
day 5 - Athens to Mykonos
With no time to waste, we'll start our island hopping adventures today with our first destination: Mykonos. Let's do this! Two nights on the island of Mykonos, how did we get so lucky? Even the boat ride across the Aegean will have you awe struck and in love. Tonight, you'll have the option to join an exploration of Mykonos by night on a locally guided walking tour of the town's cobbled streets.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Athens, Mykonos
Accommodation:Paradise Beach (or similar)
day 6 - Mykonos
Get ready for a day full of viewing coastal windmills, stuffing your face with olives, feta, and tzatziki. We'll stroll down storybook streets dotted with those gorgeous blue domes and we'll pick up some evil eye ornaments along the way to keep the bad vibes away. And this is all before you've even taken a dip in the ocean! Doesn't get much better than this... The day is yours to soak up the sunshine and play in the sea.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Mykonos
Accommodation:Paradise Beach (or similar)
day 7 - Mykonos to Paros
This morning we're on to our next Greek island, Paros. Let's spare a thought for all those travellers who only get to visit just one Greek Island, and then remember how lucky we are. Beaches, naturally sculpted swimming coves, a Byzantine church and traditional villages: we must be in Paros. You're free to get into the sun and sea vibes. Those who feel like exploring can sign up for an optional trip to a traditional village where you'll visit a local family-run bakery and shop the local handicrafts.
Another day, another Greek Island delight. Hold tight - today you have the chance to visit Paros and some of the stunning islands around it - for a full day of sunbathing, swimming, relaxing, soaking-up-the-sunshining. Later tonight, we'll tuck into an included dinner at a local restaurant, before heading out to sample the local nightlife.
Paros, it's been magical but today we're taking to the seas again, this time in search of Greece's most insta-famous island: Santorini. Santorini, we have arrived! Tonight you'll have the chance to join us on a cruise and take in the iconic Fira.
Rise and shine, Greek Island travellers! The island of Santorini won't explore itself. Today is your day to take a swim at Perissa Beach, eat the local specialty of fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes, or roam and explore. You can even opt to take a visit to incredible Oia followed by a visit to the black sand beach of Santorini.
A bit more rugged and remote than Santorini and Mykonos, Ios will prove a nice change of scenery for our final Island night. And thankfully, there will be no change in the good vibes or the time spent ocean side. We'll enjoy another free evening on the cards afterwards.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Santorini, Ios
Accommodation:Far Out Beach Resort (or similar)
day 12 - Ios
Our final Island day, and your last chance to soak up the Greek sun and frolic in the sand without a care in the world. Now is your chance to get some adrenaline in with a speedboat safari, or take a leisurely stroll around the pretty village of Ios Chora and enjoy some stuffed zucchini flowers or baked feta drizzled with olive oil at a local cafe. After an included dinner, it's a free evening tonight, so you're going to need the fuel if you want to hit the party scene of Hora until the break of dawn.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Ios
Accommodation:Far Out Beach Resort (or similar)
day 13 - Ios to Athens
While choking back the tears and waving a sad goodbye to the dreamy islands of Greece, try to think positive thoughts: we have a boat ride to enjoy this morning, as well as one more night together in the city of Athens. Ready for one more dose of Athens and one last chance to hang out together? We'll soak up the last rays of the Mediterranean sun this afternoon before an optional farewell dinner together.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Ios, Athens
Accommodation:Dorian Inn (or similar)
day 14 - End Athens
And just like that, it's time for the goodbyes. As sad as they are, at least you have the memories. And another 300 Contiki trips to jump aboard! Make the most of your last free breakfast before you kick on to your next port of call.
Such an amazing experience. Going to 4 different islands each with their own personalities. You get classic Greek culture in Mykonos and Santorini, relaxing beach days in Paros, and epic parties in Mykonos and Ios. Everything you could ask for in a vacation all wrapped up in one trip. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
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Bronwyn L.Verified Traveler
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I loved the mix of ancient and modern history. My favourite part of the trip was around Delphi, Meteora and Athens, but if you’re also looking for some sunshine, beaches and beautiful scenery, the islands are a perfect way to finish up the trip.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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My Contiki “highlights of Greece with Island hopping” was absolutely incredible! From the trip managers to my fellow travellers to all the activities we did! The vibe was absolutely there!! One of my all time favourite things was definitely the speedboat safari in Ios and the sailboat adventure in Paros! I would highly recommend it to anyone travelling to Greece!!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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I had an amazing time. Both trip managers were wonderful, super helpful and lots of fun. I really enjoyed all the places we went and the activities. Going in May was definitely a good idea, the weather was warm but not too hot and the crowds were an okay size.
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Leila N.Verified Traveler
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Absolutely loved the trip. Guide was amazing, the places we visited and activities were great, the food could have been a bit better (more than one option for the included meals) but more than enough food so you never go hungry!
Special love for the Bee Experience and getting suited up and being with the bees 🐝
