10 Days in Greece

- Best of Greece itinerary including mainland and islands with a cruise ship
- Relaxed Pace
- 3 night All Inclusive cruise including beverage package

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 2 Dinner (D)
• Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
• Santorini: Enjoy an orientation of stunning Santorini upon arrival.
• Mykonos: View the Windmills of Kato Mili and wander the beautiful blue and white streets of Chora.
• : Explore Athens with a Local Specialist
• : Discover Santorini and Mykonos
• : Visit the Acropolis in Athens
• : View the Parthenon, Hadrian's Arch and the 1896 Olympic Stadium in Athens
• : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• : High-speed ferry from Athens to Santorini
• : High-speed ferry from Santorini to Mykonos
• : High-speed ferry from Mykonos to Athens
• : Optional Experiences and free time

• Marvel the impressive Acropolis and the New Acropolis museum
• Discover the iconic Mykonos town
• Taste and learn about the traditional products of Naxos
• Learn all about the unique wines of Santorini
• Visit Akrotiri prehistoric town of Santorini

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
• 2 Dinner (D)
• 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
• Florence: Enjoy a local Tuscan Be My Guest dinner with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th-century organic olive oil estate in the Tuscan hills, used as a location for many famous films like 'Room with a View' and 'Tea with Mussolini'.
• Rome: Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums and enjoy an exclusive visit up the spiral staircase designed by the famous architect Donato Bramante in a part of the Vatican not open to the public.
• Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
• Vatican: Visit Vatican City and tour St. Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
• Rome: Visit the Colosseum, still echoing with the thronging crowds and ghostly cries of gladiatorial combat.
• Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
• Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
• Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit two of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
• Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
• Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
• Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
• : VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums
• : Explore Rome, Florence, Delphi and Athens with a Local Specialist
• : Discover Venice
• : View the ancient sites of Rome, the Duomo and Baptistery in Florence, the Doge's Palace and the Basilica in Venice and the Parthenon, Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus in Athens
• : See Hadrian's Arch in Athens
• : Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
• : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• : Overnight ferry from Ancona to Igoumenitsa
• : Optional Experiences and free time

• Visit the Acropolis with an informative local guide
• Marvel at the archaeological sites of Ancient Olympia, Delphi and Mycenae
• Enjoy scenic drives and breezy ferry trips on this Best of Greece adventure
• Explore the delightful islands of Mykonos and Santorini

• Enjoying an upscale stay in hotels that will provide you with comfort and luxury.
• Tasting the excellence of Greek cuisine on a private food tour across the city of Thessaloniki.
• Admiring majestic views of the Acropolis Hill from the comfort of your private balcony.
• Discovering the secrets of the cities along with one of our expert local guides.

• Explore the ancient sites of Mystras and Delphi
• Visit Olympia, the site of the first Olympic Games
• Enjoy spectacular Meteora

• Be welcomed into a countryside home and learn how to make lalagia – a delicious Greek doughnut that can be served sweet or savoury – then turn to savoury treats and tuck into a home-cooked Greek feast including moussaka and stuffed vegetables.
• Add to your recipe repertoire as you learn to prepare a selection of traditional dishes from a local chef in Poros – an island renowned for its lamb and olive groves – who’s ready to share their best-kept cooking secrets.
• Mingle with the local producers who are just as passionate about good food and fresh ingredients as you are with visits to a countryside pistachio farm; a small, family-run apiary (a bee yard); and a family-owned distillery for a taste of the iconic Greek aperitif – ouzo.
• Take a step back in time and explore some of Greece’s most incredible sites – including Athens, Aegina and Poros islands, Epidaurus and Mycenae – with your locally based guide leading the way.
• Get a real taste for Greece as you dig into iconic eats like cheese, honey, olives, spit-roasted lamb, moussaka, mezze and lalagia – delicious!

• Head to seldom-visited Gjirokaster in Albania and get your caffeine fix with a taste of the local Turkish coffee made ‘on the stone’ with a local guide.
• Walk the walls of the Old City of medieval Dubrovnik and spot the film locations that have been used in worldwide blockbusters (if you loved Game of Thrones, this place might look a little familiar).
• Explore the Albanian Riviera, which gives any coastline a run for its money, and float in the sparkling waters of Dhermi Beach. Then, kick back in stunning Corfu – one of Greece’s famed islands. Explore the rocky landscapes, take part in some water sports or just relax on one of the island’s beaches.
• Descend into one of the world’s most peculiar contemporary art museums in Tirana – housed in an underground bunker built for the Albanian political elite.
• Discover the walled cities of Kotor and Stari Bar, teeming with history from a bygone era. With a local leader who knows all the hotspots and heaps of free time to explore on your own, you’re bound to find all the best bits!
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Amurtel, who provide a safe space for refugee women and children in Greece. Donations help them provide antenatal and postnatal care programs run by qualified midwives.

• Staying in first-class hotels and reveling in their luxury and style.
• Exploring the fascinating city of Athens and its archaeological sites
• Visiting Nafplio, often considered the most romantic city in Greece.
• Swimming in the crystal clear waters of Corfu.
• Taking a guided tour across the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mycenae.

• Explore Agistri and Moni with your private rib boat
• Enjoy a day cruise around Hydra and Dokos
• Enjoy an E-bike ride in Spetses
• Hike in the mountain of Spetses

• Embark of a day sailing cruise in Mykonos
• Taste what the volcanic soil of Santorini has to offer
• Learn about the Acropolis of Athens and its emblematic Parthenon
• Explore the island of Paros at your own pace

• Staying in first-class hotels that will upgrade your trip and make you feel right at home.
• Explore the fascinating city of Athens and its historic sights
• Watching the sunset from the rock formations of Meteora, a geological wonder that will take your breath away.
• Sunbathing by the pool with a refreshing drink in hand.
• Taking a guided tour across the archaeological site of Delphi, the spiritual center of the ancient world.
• Sailing along Corfu bay & visiting hidden coves accessible only by boat.

• Athens city introduction
• Raft and hike around Lousios River in Arcadia
• Visit Dimitsana’s historic Open Air Water Power Museum
• Hike Vyros Gorge and bike in the wild and flourishing seaside town of Kardamyli
• Visit the magnificent Diros cave
• Stroll amongst the Mani towers in Areopoli
• Discover the striking ambience of Monemvasia Castle town
• Explore and hike around Kythira island

• A Santorini sunset around the caldera is a sight to behold. Walk along the volcanic rim of the island past white villages that cling to plunging cliffs and watch as day turns to night in the most stunning of ways.
• Sail the Aegean Sea on your small group yacht and island-hop through the Cyclades, taking regular stops to swim off the side of your boat and letting the pitch and roll of the ocean help you sleep at night.
• Feast on fresh seafood at a sleepy waterfront taverna in the Small Cyclades islands – far away from tourist crowds and deep in the local way of life. This is island living, Greek style.
• Step back in time among the Venetian architecture of Naxos and consider learning about rural life with a daytrip to a country village – a couple of the many experiences to be had around the Cyclades.
• No Greek island adventure is complete without a stop in Mykonos. Embrace your hedonistic side with its boutique culture and nightlife or relax on one of the many beaches dotted along the coast.

• Visit three of the most iconic Greek Islands
• Hike on the unique Caldera of Santorini
• Visit the Acropolis of Athens
• Hike on an ancient trail
• Hike at Samaria a 16km Gorge descending from a height of 1250m to sea level

• Mycenae and Nafplio Excursion - Private
• Knossos and Archaeological Museum Guided Tour - Private
• Acropolis & Flavors Combo Tour - Private
• Divine Delphi and Galaxidi Excursion - Private
• Cretan Monastery Wine Tasting - Private

• Acropolis of Athens
• Athens
• Mykonos
• Santorini