Greece: Santorini, Mykonos, Athens

Island-Hopping Escape: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini (Greece)

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Athens (Greece) – 3 nights at Parnon HotelAccommodation: 3 nights at Parnon Hotel in central Athens, in a comfortable double room (breakfast subject to hotel policy).
• Arrival transfer: Private CAR transfer from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Parnon Hotel.
• Departure transfer from Athens: Private CAR transfer from Parnon Hotel back to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (for onward connection to Mykonos).
• Featured experience: Ticket for "Sunset Tour: Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon with hotel pick up", including:
• Hotel pick up from Parnon Hotel.
• Guided visit to Cape Sounion.
• Entrance to the Temple of Poseidon (according to tour conditions).
• Sunset views over the Aegean Sea.
• Mykonos (Greece) – 4 nights at Paradision HotelTransport to Mykonos: Transfer service from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Mykonos (flight or ferry not specified, but local assistance included at arrival).
• Arrival transfer in Mykonos: Private SEDAN transfer from Mykonos to Paradision Hotel.
• Accommodation: 4 nights at Paradision Hotel, ideal for couples looking for a quiet base with sea views (subject to hotel room type).
• Featured experience from Mykonos: Ticket for "Naxos: Bus Tour Around the island", including:
• Transport from Mykonos to embark on the tour (according to the excursion’s logistics).
• Guided bus tour around Naxos island (main highlights and viewpoints).
• Free time for exploration or beach stops, depending on tour program.
• Harbour transfers:
• Private SEDAN transfer from Paradision Hotel to Mykonos Harbour at departure.
• Transport from Mykonos Harbour to Athinios Port (Santorini) by sea.
• Santorini – Kamari (Greece) – 3 nights at Makris Beach HotelArrival transfer in Santorini: Private CAR transfer from Athinios Port to Makris Beach Hotel in Kamari.
• Accommodation: 3 nights at Makris Beach Hotel, just a few steps from the black-sand beach of Kamari.
• Featured experience: Ticket for "Santorini Half-Day Small Group Tour: Villages, Oia, Caldera Views", including:
• Small-group exploration of traditional villages and panoramic viewpoints.
• Visit to the village of Oia for postcard-perfect sunsets (subject to timing of the tour).
• Stops at caldera viewpoints for photos and short walks.
• Departure transfer from Santorini: Private SEDAN transfer from Makris Beach Hotel to Santorini (airport or port, depending on your onward journey).
• General theme of the tripDestination focus: Europe – Greek Islands.
• Style: Romantic escape for couples, combining culture, history and beaches.
• All key ground transfers included for a seamless island-hopping experience.

Trip overview

This itinerary is designed as a smooth island-hopping journey through some of Greece’s most iconic destinations. You begin in Athens, where ancient history and modern life blend seamlessly. Your included sunset excursion to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon sets the tone with dramatic coastal scenery and a truly memorable first evening.

From there you continue to Mykonos, enjoying a relaxed stay at Paradision Hotel, with easy access to both beaches and the island’s charming town. A full-day excursion to Naxos lets you contrast Mykonos’ cosmopolitan vibe with Naxos’ more traditional, laid-back feel. Finally, you conclude in Santorini, staying by the sea in Kamari and discovering the island’s famous villages, including Oia, on your small-group tour focused on caldera views and sunsets. The trip is carefully planned to minimize logistical stress, with private transfers and organized excursions so you can simply enjoy the scenery, gastronomy, and Mediterranean atmosphere.

Recommended guides and books to prepare your trip

• Travel guidebooksLonely Planet Greece: Comprehensive overview of the country with practical information, maps, and suggested itineraries.
• Rick Steves Greece: Athens & the Peloponnese: Accessible, traveler-friendly guide with strong coverage of Athens and key historical sites.
• DK Eyewitness Top 10 Greek Islands: Visual guide with detailed maps, illustrations and top picks for the main islands.
• Destination-specific resourcesDK Eyewitness Athens: Focused guide to Athens, its neighborhoods, museums and archaeological sites.
• Rough Guide to the Greek Islands: Good for deeper context on island culture, beaches and local life.
• Cultural and background readingMythology by Edith Hamilton: Accessible introduction to Greek myths, ideal for enhancing visits to sites like the Temple of Poseidon.
• The Colossus of Maroussi by Henry Miller: A more literary, atmospheric portrait of Greece, perfect for reading on ferries and beaches.