# 8-Day Dionysus Escape Tour from Athens to Mykonos and Santorini | Ferry Tickets Inlcuded | Excursions

Tour in EU — Athens → Athens.
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## Key facts

- Type: multiday
- Country: EU
- Route: Athens → Athens
- Duration: 8.00 day
- Price from: $1,853.19
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- Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 6823

## Summary

Embark on an 8-day Greek escape through Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. Explore ancient wonders, vibrant island life, and breathtaking caldera views with guided tours, private transfers, ferry rides, and curated accommodations for an unforgettable Mediterranean journey. •Athens: The capital and largest city of Greece, famous for its ancient history, culture, and monuments. Explore the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the National Archaeological Museum, and more. •Mykonos: A cosmopolitan island in the Cyclades, renowned for its whitewashed houses, windmills, and glamorous lifestyle. Discover the iconic landmarks, the chic boutiques, and the lively bars and clubs. •Santorini: A scenic island in the Aegean Sea, known for its volcanic landscape, white-washed villages, and stunning sunsets.

## Categories

Daily Departure, Free Airport Transfer, Daily breakfast, Select Meals Included, Affordable, Mediterranean Meal

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Athens Arrival

Arrive at Athens International Airport and transfer to your hotel for check in. The remainder of the day at leisure to enjoy your first taste of Athens and rest after your flight. Discover Plaka , the oldest district of Athens, located under the Acropolis, the only district where you may see the Greek capital as it was 100 years ago or enjoy a spot of shopping at Ermou , Kolonaki and Voukourestiou streets.

### Day 2: Athens: Athens City Tour & Acropolis Museum

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then we start your half day tour of Athens. At the end of your tour you will return to your hotel and the rest of the is at leisure. From the Acropolis to Omonia Square , with the half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you'll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Hear insightful commentary from your guide, and pass top Athens attractions including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier , Greek Parliament building and Presidential Palace . Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided half-day tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens. The Athens half-day tour, depart for a photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. It is the only stadium built out of white marble. Proceed, passing by Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus. You will then pass the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Continue passing by National Garden, Hadrian's Arc, St. Paul's Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown soldier, Schliemann's House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church, and finally ACROPOLIS (visit Propylae the gateway, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon , Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens). Stroll up to the UNESCO-listed site that served as the ancient citadel, and tour the buildings as you hear how they reflected Athens' prosperity in the 5th century BC. Continue the expert guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the ACROPOLIS museum. Avoid and skip the lines of the new museum. Main attractions such as votives, artifacts of every day life, statues from archaic period, Caryatids, and of course the Parthenon hall with the metopes, the pediments and the frieze will impress you. Highlight: *Panoramic city tour of Athens city centre *Guided tour of Acropolis with professional guide *See top Athens attractions such as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Constitution Square and Panathenaic Stadium *Visit the Acropolis of Athens and see the world-famous Parthenon temple *Guided tour of the Acropolis Museum *See the Erecthion with Caryatids *Entrance Fees included

### Day 3: Athens - Mykonos

After breakfast transfer from the hotel to the port of Piraeus for your ferry to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos where you are transferred to your hotel. Enjoy this famous island known for its excellent nightlife, beautiful beaches, and Cycladic architecture. Walk through narrow alleyways in Mykonos town and visit the blue-domed churches and the famous windmills.

### Day 4: Mykonos

After breakfast, the day is at leisure to explore this stunning area that has everything from magnificent vistas, historic monuments and a vibrant nightlife or choose one of our many optional tours & excursions. (OPTIONAL) Delos Tour from Mykonos - 4h : Upon arrival at Delos (30 minutes), your guide will issue tickets to the archaeological site to the group and offer an introduction to the mythological, prehistorically and historical background of the island. Then, set out to explore the narrow streets of the Hellenistic City , built in the 4th century BC, and see highlights such as the impressive house of Dionysos, the statue of Cleopatra , and some exquisite mosaics. After a short stop at the House of the Trident, reach the Theatre of Delos and the public cistern of the city. Stroll down the main street to return to the market and the Sanctuary zone. The Stoa of Phillipe, the donations of ancient celebrities, the Propylaia, the Colossus of the Naxians and the Temples of Apollo are the monuments to be admired before the last stop in front of the Sacred Lake and the eternal Naxian Lions. You will have time to visit the archaeological museum and the museum shop before returning to your boat.

### Day 5: Mykonos - Santorini

After a tasty breakfast, appreciating life like a Greek, we will pick you up at the agreed time, in one of our private vehicles, to drive you to the port, where you will continue on to your next destination, the island that is an inexhaustible source of inspiration, Santorini . As the ferry approaches the port, you will admire the capital city of Fira , with its white houses perched on the Cliffside and facing the volcano.

### Day 6: Santorini

After breakfast the day is yours to enjoy lovers paradise Santorini with one of our many optional tours. Yours to enjoy. Day at leisure. (OPTIONAL) Delos Tour from Mykonoswith Sunset in Oia - 10h : Learn about the history of the island while enjoying spectacular views, admire the architecture of its traditional villages, leisure at its volcanic beaches, taste Santorini's distinctive wines, and finish on a high note with sunset in Oia. Akrotiri Archaeological Site : Visit the prehistoric town of Akrotiri, the Pompeii of the Aegean Sea, where the myth of Atlantis still lives, and enjoy a guided tour with a licensed archaeologist. Emporio Village : Continue with a walk through the maze-like settlement of Emporio, one of the oldest and most authentic traditional villages of Santorini. Admire its harmonious Cycladic architecture and venture in its medieval fortress (15thcentury) to capture timeless pictures. Perissa Beach : Free time for lunch at the island's most popular black sand beach. Profitis Ilias Mountain : Enjoy the ride toward Santorini's highest peak, located 567 meters above sea level, and admire breathtaking views of the island, from agricultural plains to the hilltop village of Oia. Stop by the courtyard of the monastery, which is located on the mountain top, and enter a Greek orthodox chapel. Santorini Wine Tasting : Tour a traditional winery and taste Santorini's distinctive wines Sunset in Oia : Includes a transfer to the popular village of Oia, which is the most photographed place in Greece. Enjoy free time to experience its legendary sunset. After sunset take your bus back to your drop-off location.

### Day 7: Santorini - Athens

At the appointed time, we will transfer you to the new port of Santorini, Athinios. There, you will board the ferry bound for Athens and the Port of Piraeus. Our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Athens.

### Day 8: Athens departure

At the agreed time, our representative will transfer you to the Athens International airport, where you will board your flight back home. Having spent a few fantastic days with us, we hope to see you again soon to create new and extraordinary moments that will be lovingly etched in your memory. Have a nice trip! or as Greeks say: "Kalo taksidi!"

## Guide languages

English Live

## Links

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