Athens & Aegean Isles | TGG

Athens & Aegean Isles

From the Acropolis to the Caldera, a Seaside Greek Odyssey

Duration

13 Days

Price guide

$11750 PP

Cities

Athens, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Delos

Duration

13 Days

Price guide

$11750 PP

Cities

Athens, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Delos

Overview

This island-hopping escape begins with Athens’ classical treasures before sailing to Crete, Santorini, and Mykonos, each island a jewel of flavor, beauty, and mythology. Enjoy exclusive access to historic sites, local tastings, and scenic coastal adventures along the Aegean Sea.

Itinerary Details

Day 1

Arrival in Athens

Arrive in the Greek capital and stroll bougainvillea-lined streets in Plaka beneath the glowing Acropolis. Begin your journey where ancient and modern worlds meet.

Day 1 Athens 22

Day 2

Acropolis & Antiquity

Tour the Parthenon and Acropolis Museum with a private guide. View the famed 2,500-year-old frieze and marvel at one of the world’s most iconic monuments.

Day 2 Parthenon and Acropolis 22

Day 3

Athenian Foodie Walk

Sample olive oil, honey, and cheese at specialty food shops. Stroll markets and spice stalls with a local guide and taste Greece’s culinary soul.

Day 3 Replacement _22

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Day 4

Crete Arrival & Seaside Plaka

Fly to Crete and explore the Venetian harbor of Plaka. Relax among flower-filled tavernas and explore artisan shops by the sea.

Day 4 Crete 22

Day 5

Spinalonga Island

Take a boat to Spinalonga, a haunting island with Venetian ruins and leper colony history. Return to Plaka for a slow afternoon and seaside dinner.

Day 5 Spinalonga Island 22

Day 6

Crete at Leisure

Enjoy optional experiences such as a private cooking lesson, olive oil tasting, or a home-hosted dinner with a local family in the countryside.

Day 6 Crete 22

Day 7

Santorini Arrival

Ferry to Santorini and marvel at caldera views from your luxury cliffside retreat. Enjoy a sunset toast and explore Fira’s winding whitewashed alleys.

Day 7 Santorini 22

Day 8

Volcano Wines & Ancient Ruins

Visit black-sand beaches, Santorini’s hilltop monastery, and the Akrotiri archaeological site. Sample crisp Assyrtiko wines at family-run vineyards.

Day 8 Wine 22

Day 9

Sailing the Aegean

Embark on a private catamaran cruise around Santorini, stopping to snorkel, swim, and enjoy lunch with stunning views of white cliffs and deep blue waters.

Day 9 Aegean 22

Day 10

Mykonos Arrival

Travel to Mykonos, the glamour capital of the Cyclades. Stroll the maze of boutiques and cafes in Little Venice and visit the iconic windmills.

Day 10 Mykonos 22

Day 11

Delos & Beach Picnic

Boat to sacred Delos for a guided tour of ancient temples and statues. In the afternoon, relax at a secret beach with Greek meze and wine.

Day 11 Delos 22

Day 12

Mykonos at Leisure

Enjoy your final full day at leisure. Lounge poolside, shop, or book a spa treatment. Celebrate your journey with a final beachfront dinner.

Day 12 Mykonos 22

Day 13

Departure from Mykonos

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, departing with the sounds, flavors, and sunsets of Greece still fresh in memory.

Day 13 Mykonos 22

Itinerary Details

Day 1

Arrival in Athens

Arrive in the Greek capital and stroll bougainvillea-lined streets in Plaka beneath the glowing Acropolis. Begin your journey where ancient and modern worlds meet.

Day 1 Athens 22

Day 2

Acropolis & Antiquity

Tour the Parthenon and Acropolis Museum with a private guide. View the famed 2,500-year-old frieze and marvel at one of the world’s most iconic monuments.

Day 2 Parthenon and Acropolis 22

Day 3

Athenian Foodie Walk

Sample olive oil, honey, and cheese at specialty food shops. Stroll markets and spice stalls with a local guide and taste Greece’s culinary soul.

Day 3 Replacement _22

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4

Crete Arrival & Seaside Plaka

Fly to Crete and explore the Venetian harbor of Plaka. Relax among flower-filled tavernas and explore artisan shops by the sea.

Day 4 Crete 22

Day 5

Spinalonga Island

Take a boat to Spinalonga, a haunting island with Venetian ruins and leper colony history. Return to Plaka for a slow afternoon and seaside dinner.

Day 5 Spinalonga Island 22

Day 6

Crete at Leisure

Enjoy optional experiences such as a private cooking lesson, olive oil tasting, or a home-hosted dinner with a local family in the countryside.

Day 6 Crete 22

Day 7

Santorini Arrival

Ferry to Santorini and marvel at caldera views from your luxury cliffside retreat. Enjoy a sunset toast and explore Fira’s winding whitewashed alleys.

Day 7 Santorini 22

Day 8

Volcano Wines & Ancient Ruins

Visit black-sand beaches, Santorini’s hilltop monastery, and the Akrotiri archaeological site. Sample crisp Assyrtiko wines at family-run vineyards.

Day 8 Wine 22

Day 9

Sailing the Aegean

Embark on a private catamaran cruise around Santorini, stopping to snorkel, swim, and enjoy lunch with stunning views of white cliffs and deep blue waters.

Day 9 Aegean 22

Day 10

Mykonos Arrival

Travel to Mykonos, the glamour capital of the Cyclades. Stroll the maze of boutiques and cafes in Little Venice and visit the iconic windmills.

Day 10 Mykonos 22

Day 11

Delos & Beach Picnic

Boat to sacred Delos for a guided tour of ancient temples and statues. In the afternoon, relax at a secret beach with Greek meze and wine.

Day 11 Delos 22

Day 12

Mykonos at Leisure

Enjoy your final full day at leisure. Lounge poolside, shop, or book a spa treatment. Celebrate your journey with a final beachfront dinner.

Day 12 Mykonos 22

Day 13

Departure from Mykonos

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, departing with the sounds, flavors, and sunsets of Greece still fresh in memory.

Day 13 Mykonos 22

Accommodations

Where You
Could Stay

22 Hotel Grande Bretagne, Athens

Athens

Hotel Grande Bretagne

22 Blue Palace Elounda, Crete

Crete

Blue Palace Elounda

22.1 Canaves Oia Suites

Santorini

Canaves Oia Suites

22.1 Kenshō Ornos, Mykonos

Mykonos

Kenshō Ornos

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