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This 8-day Greece Highlights Tour combines Athens, Delphi, Meteora, Kalambaka, and Santorini with 4-star accommodation, guided sightseeing, ferry transportation, private and shared transfers, and visits to Greece’s most significant historical and island destinations.
Experience a well-balanced journey through mainland Greece and the Cyclades, combining ancient heritage with iconic island scenery. Begin in Athens with a guided exploration of the Acropolis and the city's classical landmarks before traveling to Delphi, once regarded as the spiritual center of the ancient Greek world. Continue to the remarkable monasteries of Meteora and the historic town of Kalambaka before returning to Athens. The itinerary concludes with two nights in Santorini, where you can enjoy the caldera landscape, explore Fira and Oia, and experience the island at your own pace while benefiting from organized transfers, ferry connections, and guided excursions.
Tour Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations: Athens, Delphi, Kalambaka, Meteora, Santorini
Guide Language: English (licensed guide)
Group Type: Private & Small Group Combination
Group Size: Up to 35 guests. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Accommodation: 4 nights at a 4-star hotel in Athens, 1 night at a 4-star hotel in Kalambaka, 2 nights at a 4-star hotel in Santorini
Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Flights: Available upon request
Starting Price: €1,550 per person
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date
Physical Difficulty: Moderate
Season: Daily from 01 April - 25 October 2026
Recommended For: Travelers interested in ancient history, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, scenic landscapes, and a balanced mainland and island itinerary
Explore the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum while discovering Athens' most important classical landmarks with a licensed guide.
Visit Delphi's Sanctuary of Apollo and its archaeological museum, one of ancient Greece's most significant religious centers.
Experience Meteora's extraordinary monasteries dramatically perched atop towering natural rock formations.
Discover Santorini's caldera scenery while exploring Fira and the picturesque village of Oia during your leisure time.
Travel through Central Greece, including a stop at the historic battlefield of Thermopylae associated with King Leonidas.
Arrive at Athens International Airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the historic Plaka district.
Explore Athens’ highlights including Syntagma Square, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Continue to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Afternoon free for personal exploration.
Travel through Central Greece to Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo and archaeological museum. Continue to Kalambaka for overnight stay and traditional dinner.
Explore Meteora’s monasteries perched on dramatic rock pillars. After the visit, return to Athens via Thermopylae, the historic battlefield of King Leonidas.
Transfer to Piraeus Port and board your ferry to Santorini. Enjoy scenic views of the Cyclades islands before arriving on the island for sunset views over the caldera.
A full day at leisure. Explore Fira, visit Oia village, or take an optional catamaran cruise to volcanic hot springs.
Final Morning: Enjoy a relaxed final morning in Santorini for some last-minute photography or a scenic cliffside breakfast.
Return Cruise: Around midday, transfer to the port for your ferry back to Athens (15:30 PM – 23:15 PM). Relax on the open decks and catch a spectacular sunset on the water. Upon arrival at Piraeus Port late in the evening, a seamless transfer brings you directly to your Athens hotel for a restful night.
(Note: Fast 45-minute flight upgrades are available if you prefer to skip the evening ferry crossing).
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Visa and entry requirements for Greece vary depending on your nationality. Before traveling, we recommend that all guests check the latest visa regulations and passport validity requirements applicable to their country of residence. Greece is part of the Schengen Area, and many travelers may require a valid Schengen visa prior to arrival, while some nationalities benefit from visa-free access for short stays under Schengen rules. Your passport should generally be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and contain sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Once your booking is confirmed, our travel specialists will be happy to provide up-to-date visa guidance and entry information to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
Is the Athens sightseeing tour included?
Yes. The itinerary includes a half-day guided Athens sightseeing tour led by a licensed English-speaking guide, along with Acropolis Museum entrance fees.
Are ferry tickets included?
Yes. Economy-class ferry tickets between Athens and Santorini are included.
Are domestic flights included?
No. Domestic flights are not part of this itinerary.
What type of accommodation is provided?
The tour includes 4-star hotels in Athens, Kalambaka, and Santorini.
How difficult is this tour?
The tour has a moderate physical difficulty level due to walking at archaeological sites, city tours, and visits to Meteora's monasteries.
Can I join a boat cruise in Santorini?
Yes. An optional catamaran cruise to the volcanic hot springs is available during your free day in Santorini but is not included in the tour price.
Is cancellation available?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the tour date.
Is this tour available year-round?
Yes. The itinerary is available throughout the year, subject to operational schedules.
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