Greece: Athens, Crete & Rhodes

Island-Hopping Escape in Greece: Crete, Athens & Rhodes

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Anogeia, Crete (5 nights) – Delina Mountain Resort
• Stay: 5 nights at Delina Mountain Resort, nestled in the village of Anogeia, Crete (Greece).
• Activities & tickets:"Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!" – Full experience on Crete Island with guided snorkeling and convenient pick-up service.
• "Crete Wine and Olive Oil Tour" – Tasting-focused tour exploring traditional wineries and olive oil estates on Crete Island.
• Transport: Crete to Athens
• Private/shared ground transport from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion, Crete) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens).
• Athens (3 nights) – Carolina Hotel
• Stay: 3 nights at Carolina Hotel, centrally located in the historic heart of Athens (Greece).
• Transfers:BUS transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos Intl to Carolina Hotel on arrival.
• BUS transfer from Carolina Hotel back to Eleftherios Venizelos Intl on departure.
• Activities & tickets:"City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours" – Flexible sightseeing with multilingual audio guide covering central Athens, Piraeus port and coastal Riviera.
• "Athens: Temple of Poseidon & Cape Sounion Half-Day in Small-Group" – Guided afternoon/evening excursion to Cape Sounion with views of the Aegean and the Temple of Poseidon.
• Transport: Athens to Rhodes
• Ground transport from Eleftherios Venizelos Intl to Rhodes Diagoras Airport.
• Rhodes Island (5 nights) – Lindos Village Resort & Spa - Adults Only
• Stay: 5 nights at Lindos Village Resort & Spa - Adults Only, on Rhodes Island (Greece), with easy access to Lindos and the beach.
• Transfers:BUS transfer from Rhodes Diagoras to Lindos Village Resort & Spa - Adults Only on arrival.
• BUS transfer from Lindos Village Resort & Spa - Adults Only back to Rhodes Diagoras on departure.
• Activities & tickets:"From Rhodes: Easy Morning Transfer to Lindos & 4 Hours Free Time" – Comfortable morning transfer with free time to explore Lindos village and its acropolis.
• "Rhodes Beaches Cruise" – Coastal cruise along Rhodes’ scenic beaches, with swimming and relaxation stops.
• Travel themes
• Region: Europe
• Style: Island-hopping, cultural & seaside escape

Trip overview

This tailor-made itinerary for two adults combines three of Greece’s most iconic destinations in one smooth journey: the rugged charm of Crete, the historic vibrancy of Athens and the romantic beaches of Rhodes. You will enjoy a balanced mix of cultural visits, guided excursions and relaxed seaside moments, with all key transfers and hand-picked hotels arranged for you.

From mountain hospitality in Anogeia and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, to hop-on hop-off sightseeing in Athens and sunset views at Cape Sounion, the trip culminates in an adults-only stay in Lindos, Rhodes, where beach cruises and leisurely mornings set the pace. It is an ideal itinerary for couples seeking an immersive yet comfortable island-hopping experience in Europe.

Recommended guides and reading

• Guidebook: "Lonely Planet Greece" – Comprehensive overview of Greece, including detailed sections on Crete, Athens and Rhodes.
• Crete focus: "The High Mountains of Crete" (Cicerone) – Ideal for understanding the landscapes and villages around Anogeia.
• Athens & history: "Blue Guide Greece: The Mainland" – Excellent for archaeological sites, museums and background on the Temple of Poseidon.
• Rhodes & the Dodecanese: "Greek Island Hopping" by Frewin Poffley – Practical orientation to Rhodes, Lindos and neighboring islands.