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

• 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

• Whitewashed Cubic Buildings & Cobblestone Alleys
• Boating to Forested Bays Featuring Clear Waters
• Traditional Dinner at a Local’s Home
• Unspoiled Nature
• Majestic Spiritual Sites
• World Renowned Archaeological Sites
• Internationally Acclaimed Wineries
• Volcanic Islands
• Romantic Towns
• Outdoor & Authentic Food Markets
• Rich Culture
• And Much, Much More…

- Best Cycladacic Island Hopper Trip
- Relaxed Pace
- Semi private
- Daily guaranteed departures

• 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.

• 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.

• Acropolis of Athens
• Athens
• Delphi
• Kalambaka
• Meteora
• Mykonos
• Paros
• Santorini

• Acropolis of Athens
• Athens
• Mykonos
• Santorini

• Acropolis of Athens
• Athens
• Mykonos
• Santorini

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 10 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
• 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
• Olympia: Say opa! to an Olympic Be My Guest experience with the Karambellas family on their olive and wine farm, followed by a traditional dinner and dancing.
• Nemea: Learn about the winemaking tradition of the Nemea region and enjoy a local wine tasting.
• Ancient Theatre of the Asklepieion at Epidaurus: Visit the Theatre of Epidaurus and view the Sanctuary of Asclepius during a stop in the Peloponnesus.
• Archaeological site of Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Specialist.
• Archaeological Site of Olympia: Join a Local Specialist to view the stadium of Olympia which hosted the ancient Olympic Games and Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
• Corfu: Enjoy time at leisure to explore Corfu's Old Town narrow streets and arcaded squares.
• Corfu: Visit the Achilleion Palace, former summer home of Elizabeth 'Sissi' Empress of Austria nad Hungary.
• 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.
• Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
• 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.
• : Explore Mycenae, Olympia, Meteora, Delphi and Athens with a Local Specialist
• : Discover Corfu, Metsovo, Meteora and Galaxidi
• : View the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus and the Parthenon, Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens
• : See the Corinth Canal, the Lion Gate and Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae
• : 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)
• : Return ferry to Corfu
• : Optional Experiences and free time

• 2 Dinner with Wine (DW)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• : Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
• : We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
• : Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
• : Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
• : From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
• : Your stay on the islands is locally hosted. On departures with 10 or more guests, travel between islands is fully escorted.
• : High-speed ferry transfers from Athens to Mykonos and Santorini. Ferry schedules and the availability of high-speed ferries may be affected by adverse weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Porterage is not available on ferries.
• : Transfers are included between Insight hotels and cruise port. Complimentary transfers from/to Athens Airport are available on arrival and departure days, or with additional accommodation booked through Insight Vacations.
• Athens: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
• Santorini: What better way to start your island adventure than to sip on a cocktail as you take in one of the world's most beautiful sunsets.
• Mykonos: Learn about traditional Mykonian cuisine as you taste some of the local delicacies.
• Athens: Toast the culmination of your vacation with a lively Celebration Dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant.
• Santorini: Learn from a local geology expert how the Santorini caldera, one of Earth’s natural wonders, was formed 3,500 years ago.
• Mykonos: Meet a Greek captain who will take you on a traditional caique to cruise the coast of Mykonos and tell you more about life on the island.
• Athens: Ascend the Acropolis with a Local Expert to admire the Parthenon, built in 5th century B.C. Steps away you'll see the Temple of Athena Nike, also known as the Temple of the Wingless Victory, and the six stone-carved caryatids that make up the Porch of the Maidens on the Erechtheion.
• Mykonos: Explore Mykonos Town with a Local Expert and wander the beautiful blue and white streets.
• Mykonos: Enjoy the ferry ride from Santorini to Mykonos with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Ocean.
• Athens: Soak in the last views of paradise as you ride the ferry back to Athens.
• : "The trick to really connecting with the Greeks is to say 'Kalimera!' (Good morning!) loud and proud to everyone you meet each morning, as we do, and to relax long enough to let your sense of humour come though. The Greeks appreciate people who lay the cards on the table, are authentic and show interest in the places they visit. "
• : "I love how guests react to hearing the Zorba the Greek song. It’s amazing that one old song can still unite and spread so much enthusiasm."
• : "In Greece, we still break plates when we are excited, happy, dancing, celebrating our namedays or birthdays, get married or divorced!"
• : Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with onboard washroom. Alternate vehicles without onboard washroom or 40 seats may be used on occasion. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.   ​
• : Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19.All Travel Directors, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
• : We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
• : Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.