Greek Vibes from Athens to Mykonos

Kalimera and welcome to Greece! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 6:00 P.M. to depart for your welcome dinner. The dinner reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into Athens International Airport (ATH).

• Evening Walk in the Plaka

  This evening, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Syntagma Square, where you will start your Plaka walk. Take a stroll in the Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Under the shadow of the Acropolis and its ancient temples, the neighborhood has a village feel with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops, tavernas and cafes. A perfect introduction to Greece! Finish at a local taverna for your welcome dinner. Please wear comfortable, non-slip, walking shoes. You will be walking approximately 1.3 miles.

  19:00· 60 min· Athens

Wake up and enjoy your first morning of Greek sunshine! After breakfast, you will explore the beautiful city of Athens with your local Guide. Athens is a stunning mix of ancient grace, modern grit and style. In the early afternoon, you will hop aboard a ferry and cruise to the island of Mykonos. Upon arrival, you will be met by a private transfer who will bring you to your new accommodations, and then you will have the remainder of the day on your own.

• Half-Day Tour of Athens

  After enjoying breakfast, checking out, and departing from your hotel, your private coach will transfer you to the site of the Acropolis. Explore the mighty Parthenon, built in the mid 5th century. This magnificent structure sits above a compound of temples known as the Acropolis of Athens, overlooking the city. Take a step back in time as you wander through the Acropolis amongst ruins and architectural marvels, then delve deeper into its history with a visit to the Acropolis Museum. Learn about the ancient Greek civilization and visit the site of the first Olympic Games. This tour includes walking on uneven ground. The sights visited at parts include uphill walking on unpaved ground. Please wear comfortable, non-slip, walking shoes, and pack a hat, sunscreen and water. You will be walking approximately 2.6 miles. At the end of the tour, you will head towards the port for a leisurely lunch on your own before boarding the ferry to Mykonos.

  08:30· 240 min· Athens
• Transfer · Athens → Athens

  Take a private transfer to the port in Athens for your ferry to Mykonos. No stops for the restroom or snacks will be made along the way.

  private · 60 min
• Transfer · Athens → Mykonos

  Today, you will take a high speed ferry to Mykonos! There is a snack bar and restrooms aboard the ship. After arriving to the island, you will be transferred 45 minutes in a private coach to your next accommodations.

  boat · 300 min

Today is your first full day in Mykonos! In the late morning, you will join your Tour Leader for a walking tour of the city, as well as visit some of their favorite cafes and bakeries to get a taste of the island. Once your time in town has ended, you will have the remainder of the day on your own. Feel free to stay in town for lunch, to shop, or head to the beach for some rest and relaxation!

• Mykonos Walking Tour

  This morning, a private coach will transfer you 30 minutes into Mykonos town for your city and tasting tour. On this leisurely walk through the narrow alleyways of "Chora," you will see the iconic windmills, little Venice, and gain insight into the local life of the island. Although Mykonos has been a travel destination since the 1960's, it retains much of its local character and traditions. Please note that you will be walking for approximately 1.3 miles on this tour.

  · 120 min· Mykonos
• Taste of Mykonos

  During your exploration of Mykonos, your local Guide will stop at a typical Greek island cafe, a renowned bakery, and a family-run restaurant, where you will taste some of the delicious local delicacies and learn about the historical and cultural connections of each and every flavor. Afterwards, you will have some free time for lunch or to shop and explore before being transferred 30 minutes back to your hotel. Upon arrival back to your hotel, you will have the remainder of the day at your leisure.

  · 120 min· Mykonos

Today you will spend the day at the beach -- your local Guide will take you to a Mykonos beach club! After the beach club, you will have the remainder of the day at your leisure. Please be sure to pack a bag with a bathing suit, a change of clothes, a towel, sandals, sunscreen and a hat.

• Mykonos Beach Club

  In the late morning, a private coach will transfer you 45 minutes to the beach. You will be able to spend the day at a beach club and enjoy cocktail by the beach. Any additional drinks or food will be at your own expense. There are also sun beds for purchase if you wish. Please note today you should pack a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and cash. Once your time at the beach club comes to an end, you will be transferred back to your accommodations for the remainder of the day at your leisure.

  11:30· 240 min· Mykonos

Today is a free day to enjoy at your leisure! Relax on the beach and take in the island vibes, or head back into town to do some shopping and sightseeing.

This morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before you have to wave goodbye to Mykonos. You will be privately transferred to the dock and take a ferry back to Athens. Once in Athens, you will be privately transferred to your new accommodations. Enjoy some free time before your farewell dinner to cap off the trip!

• Transfer · Mykonos → Athens

  A private coach will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you 45 minutes to the ferry dock. Upon arrival, you will board a high speed ferry back to Athens. There is a snack bar and restrooms aboard the ship.

  boat · 300 min
• Transfer · Athens → Athens

  Take a private transfer from the port to your new accommodations. No stops will be made for the restroom or snacks.

  private · 45 min

All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of Athens International Airport (ATH).