A Taste of Greece
Overview
Experience the ultimate Greek Islands with stops in Athens, Naxos, Paros, and Crete on this 14-day Greece adventure. Soak up the sun and sample delicious Greek coffee and refreshing cocktails, not to mention incredible local cuisine, as you discover what makes each island unique.
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.
Format
Locations
- Athens
- Naxos
- Paros
- Crete
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Athens (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
- Local flight from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens
- 12 nights of accommodation
- 12 breakfasts
- Airport and port transfers in Athens, Naxos, Paros, and Crete
- Ferry from Athens to Naxos; Naxos to Paros; Paros to Crete
- 1 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, transfer to and check into your hotel. 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. The rest of the afternoon is yours to discover this wonderful city at leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
Follow your expert guides as they take you for a quick stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. From here, you’ll continue on and pass by 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, and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Next up is a comprehensive visit of the Acropolis to see architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the impressive Parthenon. End the tour with a visit to the New Acropolis Museum.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Athens - Naxos
Transfer to the port of Piraeus or Rafina for your ferry to Naxos, then transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to discover Naxos.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Days 5-6
Naxos: At Leisure
Spend the next two days exploring the largest of the Cyclades Islands.
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Discover the capital, Naxos Town (also called Chora), and its magnificent hilltop castle, then stroll through the winding alleyways to see the Portara, a marble monument that was once a temple devoted to Apollo. And for beach lovers, there's no shortage of long stretches of sandy shores leading out into the turquoise waters of the south Aegean Sea.
Meal(s): 2 breakfasts
Day 7
Naxos - Paros
After breakfast early in the morning, transfer at the indicated time to the port to board your fast ferry to Paros. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Enjoy the rest of the day getting to know the charming island of Paros.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Days 8-9
Paros: At Leisure
Enjoy two full days at leisure to explore the island that is best known for its beaches and traditional villages.
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Explore Parikia Town, the island's capital, and stroll through its labyrinth of walkways with colourful flowers, quaint shops and tavernas. Head to the old port of Naoussa and see the impressive Venetian castle, before settling in at any one of a number of seaside restaurants to dine on fresh seafood and take in the island's beautiful sunset views.
Meal(s): 2 Breakfasts
Day 10
Paros - Crete
Transfer to the port for your ferry to Crete, Greece's largest island. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Days 11-13
Crete: At Leisure
Discover Crete over three wonderful days! Venetian towns, medieval castles and endless beaches are what's in store for your stay in Crete.
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Visit the renowned archaeological site of Knossos ($), a cradle of Minoan civilization; explore the Venetian harbour of Heraklion; or beach hop from Hersonissos to Malia to find your perfect spot to relax and enjoy the views of the sea.
Meal(s): 3 breakfasts
Day 14
Crete - Athens - Return to Canada
After breakfast, transfer to Crete airport for your local flight to Athens and board your flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
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.
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
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Daily service:
- April 1, 2024 - October 7, 2024
- April 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
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Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
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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 am; return at 1:30 pm.
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- Ferry: numbered seating
- Local flight (Heraklion to Athens) baggage allowance: 1 piece of luggage (max 20 kg) and 1 piece of hand luggage (max 8 kg).
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City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Greece and are payable in local currency upon checkout.
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Itinerary schedule: Please note that the day-to-day itinerary should occur as planned but may alter slightly depending on the time between the inter-island flight and the international flight back to Canada.
The order of the islands visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.