8-Day Greece Itinerary: Athens, Naxos & Santorini
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This 8-day Greece itinerary covers Athens, Naxos, and Santorini with 4-star accommodation, inter-island ferry tickets, a licensed guided Athens sightseeing tour, Acropolis Museum entry, and scheduled airport, port, and island transfers.
Experience three of Greece’s most distinctive destinations on an itinerary that combines ancient heritage, Cycladic island culture, and scenic Aegean landscapes. Begin in Athens with a guided tour featuring the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and the city's most important historical landmarks before traveling by ferry to Naxos, known for its medieval villages, Venetian architecture, and relaxed atmosphere. Continue to Santorini, where dramatic caldera views, whitewashed settlements, and free time allow you to explore at your own pace. Throughout the journey, coordinated transfers, ferry connections, and 4-star accommodation create a seamless island-hopping experience.
Tour Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations: Athens, Naxos, 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: 7 nights at 4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast)
Meals: 7 Breakfasts
Flights: Not included
Starting Price: €1,380 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: First-time visitors to Greece, history enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a multi-island itinerary combining cultural heritage and Aegean landscapes.
Highlights
Explore the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum while discovering Athens with a licensed guide.
Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, and Syntagma Square.
Discover Naxos through its Venetian castles, medieval Chora, traditional monasteries, and Cycladic architecture.
Experience Santorini's famous caldera scenery, whitewashed villages, and panoramic viewpoints around Fira.
Enjoy free time to explore Santorini's volcanic landscapes and distinctive black sand beaches.
Itinerary
Arrive in Athens, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
Start your day with a guided tour of Athens’ most iconic landmarks. Highlights include the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament Building, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You will also pass by the Academy, the University, the National Library, and Syntagma Square.
The tour continues with a visit to the Acropolis, one of the most important historical sites in the world, followed by the Acropolis Museum (entrance included). The afternoon is free for your own activities.
After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus Port and board your ferry to Naxos (approx. 5 hours 15 minutes). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Spend the day discovering Naxos on your own. Explore charming old churches, monasteries, and Venetian castles, all blending beautifully with the island’s traditional Cycladic architecture. A visit to Chora, the main town, is highly recommended for its medieval atmosphere.
Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to the port for your ferry to Santorini (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Later, explore Fira, the island’s capital, known for its stunning caldera views, whitewashed buildings, and blue-domed churches. The island is often associated with the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
Enjoy a full day at your own pace. Discover Santorini’s unique landscapes, including its famous black sand beaches.
Optional: You may join a half-day boat excursion to the volcanic islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni, where you can swim in natural hot springs. In the evening, consider dining at a cliffside restaurant to experience one of the world’s most famous sunsets.
Spend your morning at leisure before transferring to the port for your return ferry to Athens (approx. 7 hours 45 minutes). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax.
(Note: Fast 45-minute flight upgrades are available if you prefer to skip the evening ferry crossing).
Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Athens Airport for your departure, taking home unforgettable memories of Greece.
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Additional Notes
- Combines Greece's historic capital with two distinctive Cycladic islands in one itinerary.
- Includes guided sightseeing in Athens alongside independent island exploration.
- Ferry transportation and scheduled transfers simplify travel between destinations.
- 4-star accommodation with daily breakfast is included throughout the tour.
- Offers a balanced mix of archaeological landmarks, island culture, and leisure time.
- Upgrade to premium or boutique hotel accommodation.
- Upgrade selected ferry routes to high-speed ferry services where available.
- Add a private airport or island transfer upgrade.
- Include a private sightseeing experience during your free days.
- Arrange a honeymoon package with special room amenities.
- Extend your stay before or after the tour.
- Visit the Acropolis early in the day for cooler temperatures and fewer visitors.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, especially for archaeological sites and island streets.
- Allow time to explore Chora on foot, where narrow alleys reveal historic architecture and local cafés.
- Sunset provides ideal lighting for photography around Santorini's caldera viewpoints.
- Carry sun protection during spring and summer, as much of the sightseeing takes place outdoors.
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.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
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.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
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:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is this an 8-day guided Greece tour?
The itinerary lasts 8 days and includes a licensed guided sightseeing tour in Athens. Time in Naxos and Santorini is primarily self-guided.
Are ferry tickets included?
Yes. Economy-class ferry tickets between Athens, Naxos, Santorini, and back to Athens are included.
Are flights included?
No. International flights are not included, and this itinerary does not include domestic flights.
What accommodation is included?
The package includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.
How many meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout the tour. Other meals are not included unless specified.
Is the Acropolis Museum entrance included?
Yes. Entrance to the Acropolis Museum is included as part of the guided Athens sightseeing tour.
Is this tour suitable throughout the year?
Yes. The itinerary is available year-round, although seasonal ferry schedules may vary.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the tour date.
