CRETE, SANTORINI, NAFPLION, METEORA, and ATHENS
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Actual itinerary for a family of three, mother and two boys
Red dashed lines indicate transfers by van
Light blue dashed lines indicate two-leg flight; Heraklion (HER) to Santorini (JTR) via Athens
Dark blue dashed lines indicate flights from Santorini (JTR) to Athens (ATH) & Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)
A mother and her two kids, ages 9 and 12 spent 15 nights in Greece. They traveled in a van, driver plus concierge personal guide.
ITINERARY
• Arrival in the evening
• Greeting and overnight stay at Athens Airport hotel
• Flight from Athens to Heraklion; arr.11:00 am
• Visit Creta Aquarium
• Visit Knossos Palace
• Tour Heraklion old city
• Transfer to hotel in Heraklion; dinner
• Visit Lasithi Plateau
• Explore entire Zeus Cave
• Tour Greek Mythology Thematic Park
• Visit to Ag. Nikolaos area
• Transfer to hotel in Heraklion; dinner
• Visit village of Archanes
• Visit Ag. Varvara
• Tour Gortyna site
• Visit to Matala Beach & Caves
• Transfer to Chania hotel; dinner
• Tour Chania old town and Fort Firka
• Visit Aptera site
• Visit Ag. Sophia Cave
• Walk along Elafonissi Pink Beach
• Drive by olive grove farm
• Transfer to Chania hotel; dinner
• Fly from Heraklion to Santorini, via Athens
• Tour Akrotiri, city abandoned in 1650 BC volcano explosion
• Tour nearby Kokkinopetra Beach & Lighthouse
• Hotel check-in
• Walking tour of Fira, main town
• Private catamaran sailing in the bay
• Hike on the volcano dome
• Return to hotel to rest
• Transfer to Oia for sunset & dinner
• Transfer to Imerivigli
• Guided walk from Fira to Oia
• Transfer to hotel
• Tour Emporio, Kallisti & Ancient Thira
• Return to hotel & dinner
• Fly from Santorini to Athens; arr. 11:00 am
• Visit Diolkos & Kechres Port (St. Paul landed here)
• Visit Epidaurus Ancient Theater
• Transfer to Nafplion hotel
• Tour Palamidi Castle on the hill
• Take boat to Bourtzi Castle in the bay
• Guided tour of Mycenae
• Walking tour of Nafplion old city
• Return to hotel & dinner
• Visit Ancient Corinth & Museum
• Drive to Meteora (+5 hours)
• Stop for lunch in Trikala
• Overnight stay in Kalabaka (Meteora)
• Visit two monasteries
• Drive to Trikala and visit mosque
• Visit Christmas Village in Trikala (seasonal)
• Visit two more monasteries
• Return to Athens (+3 hours)
• Transfer to hotel in Athens; dinner
• Visit Acropolis hill
• Walk through Ancient Agora & Roman Forum
• Tour Temple of Olympian Zeus & Adrian's Gate
• Shop & walk in Plaka & Monastiraki
• Drive along Greek Riviera
• Tour Sounio, Temple of Poseidon
• Tour the ancient silver mines of Lavrio
• Transfer to hotel & dinner
• Transfer from Divani Hotel Acropolis to Airport
HOTELS & ESCORTED VISITS
Sofitel at Athens airport is very clean and comfortable. Departure gates are across the bridge.
CRETE
Mom needed a comfortable hotel with good location, great view, plus a full bathtub for her young kids. We selected Megaron Hotel, a traditional renovated hotel close to center of Heraklion.
CRETE day 2
CRETE day 3
CRETE day 4
We selected Samaria Hotel, based on mom’s criteria, as described for the Heraklion Hotel. Situated on 1866 Square in the heart of Chania within a stone’s throw from the Old Town and the Venetian Harbour.
SANTORINI
In Santorini we selected On the Cliff Suites located in Fira, the main town. Since it was off season, we booked the “Deluxe Family Suite with Caldera View”, featuring a traditional minimalistic Cycladic style and amazing Caldera view.
SANTORINI day 2
SANTORINI day 3
NAFPLION
In Nafplion we selected again a traditional hotel, inside the old town, with a view of the bay. From the hotel you can reach all places of interest, including eateries, bars, etc. We selected The Grande Bretagne.
NAFPLION day 2
METEORA
In Meteora we selected the Divani Meteora Hotel, with great view, comfortable accommodations, and good facilities. Perfect for exploring the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries.
ATHENS
Finally in Athens we selected the Divani Acropolis Palace Hotel, for its proximity to sites, comfortable accommodations, and good facilities. Perfect for exploring the Acropolis and Plaka-Monastiraki.
ATHENS day 2
ATHENS day 3
What’s included:
- All transportation costs by car, including airport transfers¹.
- Driver plus guide .
- Domestic flights and ferry tickets.
- Hotel accommodations.
- Meals: breakfast everyday; welcome & farewell dinner.
- Detailed daily itinerary with timetable, on your own private webpage.
- Activities and excursions as indicated on itinerary advice.
- Flexibility with itinerary changes.
- Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites.
- Gratuities and tips.
- Bottled water and healthy snacks when we’re on the road.
¹ Transportation by SUV for a couple; by an 8 passenger van for a group up to six people.
Not included:
- Airfare to and from home country to Athens.
- Trip cancellation insurance.
- Ministry of Tourism certified guides.
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