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Athens - Santorini

Overview

Discover Plaka, the oldest district of Athens, located under the Acropolis where visitors may see the Greek capital as it was 100 years ago. Then visit iconic Santorini and experience the region’s charm.

Your flights, accommodations, land and ferry transfers are included, and you’ll have ample time to explore the islands at your own pace.

This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.

Format

Self-guided tour

Locations

  • Athens
  • Santorini

Inclusions

  • Round-trip flights to Athens (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
  • 7 nights of accommodation 
  • 7 breakfasts
  • Airport and port transfers in Athens and Santorini
  • Round-trip ferry Athens to Santorini
  • 1 activity included:
    • half-day tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
  • Earn Aeroplan® points

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart Canada

Fly to Athens.

Day 2

Welcome to Athens

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in, where you will spend the next two nights. Spend the rest of the day exploring Athens at your own pace.

Day 3

Athens: Sightseeing

Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of the city, including the magnificent Acropolis. 

More Moments Activities Included

  • The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum

    Visit the site of the first Olympic Games and then make stops along highlights of the Acropolis, like the Temple of Athena Nike and the Parthenon. End the tour with the New Acropolis Museum.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4

Athens - Santorini

Enjoy your breakfast before heading off to port to board the ferry to Santorini for your 4-night stay. Transfer to your hotel and check in, then spend the rest of your afternoon relaxing and admiring the island.  

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5-7

Santorini: At Leisure

After breakfast, relax and enjoy the lovely atmosphere, or explore the volcanic island, known for its romance and beauty.

 

($) Optional Activities

  • Out & About Suggestions

    Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira or explore colourful beaches. The traditional village of Oia is the most photographed place in Greece, best known for its breathtaking sunsets and charming architecture.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8

Santorini - Athens

Enjoy your breakfast and morning at leisure. Take the transfer to port for your ferry back to Athens.  Transfer to your hotel and check in.  The rest of the day is at your leisure.

 

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 9

Athens - Return to Canada

After breakfast, take your transfer to the airport for the return flight home.

Meal(s): Berakfast

Accomodations

Where you'll stay

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location

Hotel

Athens
Polis Grand (or similar)
4
Santorini
Hotel Splendour (or similar)
5

Room details

Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.

Important Information

  • Daily service:

    • Daily from April 1 – November 30 , 2025
  • Not included :

    • Meals, unless noted
    • Transfers, unless noted
    • Additional activities and excursions
    • Personal expenses and insurance
  • The Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum:

    • Daily service
    • English/French departure at 8:45 a.m. – return at 1:30 p.m.
    • Regular ferry in economy class with numbered seat
  • The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.

  • City taxes are applicable for hotel stays and are payable in local currency upon checkout. 

  • The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.

    Out & About - Suggested Itinerary

    This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.