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Island Delights

Overview

Get ready for paradise! Discover Greece's spectacular islands and cities with stops in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini and Crete. Visit ancient monuments and learn all about Greece's ancient civilization, relax on beautiful beaches and explore picture-perfect seaside villages on this 13-day journey.

Visit iconic Greek islands and experience the history, charm and sunny skies of this incredible region. Your flights, accommodations, land and ferry transfers are included, and you’ll have ample time to explore the islands at your own pace.

13 days | 11 nights

Format

Self-guided tour

Locations

  • Athens
  • Mykonos
  • Santorini
  • Crete

Inclusions

  • Round-trip flights to Athens (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
  • Local flight from Crete to Athens
  • 11 nights of accommodation 
  • 11 breakfasts 
  • Airport and port transfers in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini and Crete
  • Regular ferry Athens to Mykonos; Hydrofoil Mykonos to Santorini and Santorini to Crete
  • More Moments activity included:
    • Half-day tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
  • Porterage
  • Earn Aeroplan® points

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart Canada

Fly to Athens.

Day 2

Welcome to Athens

Upon arrival in Athens, check into your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring Athens at your own pace.

($) Optional Activities

  • Out & About

    The vibrant capital of Greece has plenty to offer, from historic landmarks to trendy rooftop terraces. Wander through thousands of years of history at the Acropolis ($), or check out the shops on Ermou and Kolonaki streets. Stroll through the picturesque streets of the Plaka, or visit one of Athens’ many lively restaurants and bars for some local food and drink.

Day 3

Athens: Sightseeing

Head out on a half-day sightseeing tour of Athens. 

More Moments Activities Included

  • The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum

    Expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896 (short stop). Then it’s on to see the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Continue on to visit the magnificent Acropolis to admire architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the awe-inspiring Parthenon. Last stop is the New Acropolis Museum, a must-see in Athens and voted by the Sunday Times as the 3rd best museum of the world.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4

Athens - Mykonos

After breakfast, transfer to the port of Athens for your ferry to Mykonos. Check into your hotel, then spend the rest of the day discovering the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5-6

Mykonos: At Leisure

Explore the international hotspot of Mykonos, with its cubic houses, windmills, chapels, great shopping, art, and incredible nightlife.

($) Optional Activities

  • Out & About

    Mykonos has been a popular destination for decades, and for good reason! Stroll through charming villages, gaze at the iconic windmills and chapels, or have a beach day. Explore the town's winding narrow streets, visit the Church of Panagia Paraportiani, or enjoy a drink in Little Venice.

Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 7

Mykonos - Santorini

Spend the morning at leisure before you transfer to the Mykonos port for your hydrofoil to Santorini. Check into your hotel, and spend the rest of your afternoon exploring beautiful Santorini, with white houses and the island's unique caldera, created by volcanic eruptions long ago.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8-9

Santorini: At Leisure

Explore the volcanic island of Santorini at your own pace.

($) Optional Activities

  • Out & About

    Santorini has it all, from great historical sites like the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira ($), which hosts artifacts from the sites of Akrotiri and Ancient Thera, to fantastic beaches, to excellent restaurants and bars. Don't miss Oia, said to be the most photographed spot in Greece, where you can take in the most incredible sunsets around.

Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 10

Santorini - Crete

In the afternoon, travel to Crete, Greece's largest island, known for important archaeological sites, lovely beaches and charming villages.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 11-12

Crete: At Leisure

Explore Crete over two full days.

($) Optional Activities

  • Out & About

    Relax at the beach, visit the renowned archaeological site of the Palace of Knossos ($), a cradle of Minoan civilization, or discover the historic island of Spinalonga and its fortress.

Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 13

Crete - Athens - Return to Canada

After breakfast, transfer to Crete airport for your connecting flight to Athens and board your flight home.

Meal(s): Breakfast

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
Dorian Inn (or similar)
3
Mykonos
Hotel Kamari (or similar)
3
Santorini
Kamari Beach Hotel (or similar)
3
Crete
Hotel Olympic (or similar)
3

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.

Athens
Athenian Callirhoe (or similar)
4
Mykonos
Vienoula's Garden Hotel (or similar)
4
Santorini
Santorini Palace (or similar)
4
Crete
Ibis Styles Heraklion Central (or similar)
4

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 from April 20 - October 20

  • Not included:

    • Meals, unless noted
    • Transfers, unless noted
    • Additional activities and excursions
    • Personal expenses and insurance
  • 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.

    The Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum:

    •  Half-day morning tour
    •  April to October
    •  Daily service
    •  English/French departure at 8:45 a.m. – return at 1:30 p.m.

    The day-to-day locations are already set and hotel accommodations will already be booked, but what you do during the day in each location is completely up to you. We’ve gathered our top picks for suggested itineraries, places to visit, things to do and even great spots for tasty treats. Explore to your heart’s content and take our suggestions - or don’t! No one decides what your travel days look like but you. Just make sure to get to the hotel on time!

    • Fast ferry: numbered air seat
    • Hydrofoil: in Economy Class
    • Local flight (Crete to Athens) baggage allowance: 1 piece of luggage 20 kg; 1 piece of hand luggage 8 kg
  • The order of the islands visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.

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