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Watch the setting sun from the hilltops of Greece’s most famous islands.
Cobblestone streets, arched white facades, ocean-blue roofs, and larger-than-life windmills are just a few of the picturesque Greek landscapes you can expect to find on this tour. Experience ancient history and open-air museums in the capital of Athens. Then, the quintessential, beautiful Greek islands you’ve been dreaming of come to life on the isles of Mykonos and Santorini.
Your tour package includes
7 nights in handpicked hotels
7 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
3 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
Temple of Zeus
Acropolis
Parthenon
Windmills in Mykonos Town
Black sand beaches in Santorini
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Welcome to Greece! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner tonight.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Athens
Included meal: Breakfast
A local guide introduces you to the highlights of this bustling ancient capital, home to the world’s first democracy.
Pass by the Olympic Stadium, Syntagma Square, and the Arch of Hadrian
View the sixth-century Temple of Zeus
See the classically inspired Old Royal Palace, home of the Hellenic Parliament, and drive through the Plaka district
Set off on a walking tour around the ancient Acropolis, site of the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion
Enjoy a free afternoon in Athens or add an excursion.
Food of Athens Walking Tour
From $119 per person
Mykonos2 nights
Day 4: Ferry to Mykonos & sightseeing tour
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel by ferry to Mykonos and join your Tour Director on a walk through Mykonos Town.
See the iconic windmills in Mykonos Town, built as early as the 16th century
View Little Venice, the charming neighborhood right along the Aegean Sea
Pass the Church of Panagia Paraportiani and admire its unique architecture
Sit down for an included dinner this evening.
Day 5: Free day in Mykonos
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Mykonos or add an excursion.
Delos
From $155 per person
Santorini2 nights
Day 6: Ferry to Santorini
Included meal: Breakfast
Take a ferry to Santorini and enjoy a free afternoon on the island or add an excursion.
Please note: For an additional cost, you can book a visit to the village of Oia through your Tour Director. The visit will either take place on the evening of day 6 or the morning of day 8 depending on the ferry and flight schedules.
Santorini Winery Visit & Tasting
From $85 per person
Day 7: Sightseeing tour of Santorini
Included meal: Breakfast
Take in the local sights on a guided tour of Santorini, a volcanic isle known for its black sand beaches, cliff-lined shores, and stunning whitewashed architecture.
Visit the prehistoric settlements that were unearthed during the archaeological excavations at Akrotiri
Ride to the top of Mount Profitis Ilias for panoramic views of the whole island
Stop in the small, picturesque village of Pyrgos
Spend a free afternoon in Santorini or add an excursion.
Santorini Caldera Cruise & Dinner
From $189 per person
Athens1 night
Day 8: Flight to Athens
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
This afternoon, fly to Athens and celebrate your trip with your group at a farewell dinner tonight.
Flight Home
Day 9: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to explore Rome.
Extension to Rome
Have your sights on more art, history, and street life? Rome is sure to deliver. Only in the Italian capital can you sip cappuccino in front of the Pantheon and have an audience with the pope all in one morning. After a flight, admire the highlights during guided sightseeing.
Rome3 nights
Day 9: Flight to Rome
Included meal: Breakfast
Fly to Rome, Italy and enjoy a free evening in the Italian capital or add an excursion.
Please note: On some departures the optional Food of Rome: Walking Tour of Trastevere may take place on day 10 instead of day 9.
Food of Rome: Walking Tour of Trastevere
From $169 per person
Day 10: Sightseeing tour of Rome
Included meal: Breakfast
Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Romans on a guided tour of the Eternal City.
Soak up over 2,000 years of history in Imperial Rome, viewing the Arch of Constantine and the Arch of Titus
Enter the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire
Stop at the ruins of the Forum, once the setting of parades, elections, and trials
Pass by Palatine Hill to see Circus Maximus, the stadium where ancient Romans raced chariots, and the Baths of Caracalla
Enjoy free time in Rome or add an excursion.
Please note: On some departures the optional Ancient Rome: St. Paul’s Basilica & the Catacombs may take place on day 9 instead of day 10.
Ancient Rome: St. Paul’s Basilica & the Catacombs
From $105 per person
Day 11: Free day in Rome
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Rome or add an excursion.
This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.
Iconic Sights: Vatican City
From $149 per person
Flight Home
Day 12: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
I was disappointed we didn't spend more time in Athens. Our tour director was great. Should have done more historical cities versus going to Mykonos and Santorini. Don't get me wrong, those islands are gorgeous. Hotels were nice and not too far from the town.
My flight was canceled, and when I ca...
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Wonderful Trip!
5/18/23 by 1st-time traveler Mary
This was a great trip.
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Greece 2023
5/15/23 by 2nd-time traveler Kim
We enjoyed a wonderful trip to Greece, visiting Athens, Mykonos and Santorini. The trip was over the top due to our fantastic tour director, Sandy. She took care of all of our needs with ease making us feel like we’ve been life long friends (and now we are). She made things fun and ensured we had ...
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Hotels, flights & FAQ
Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.
Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Wyndham Grand Athens
This elegant hotel is located in the Metaxourgeio neighborhood of Athens. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Acropolis, a fitness center, and rooftop...
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Pelican Bay Art Hotel
This stylish hotel is located in Mykonos' Platis Yialos area. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, beautiful views, and their room's balcony or terrace. Nea...
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Kalisti Hotel & Suites
This beautiful hotel is located in the heart of Fira, the capital of Santorini. Guests enjoy a pool, outdoor bar, and stylish accommodations. Nearby, ...
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Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio
This historic hotel is located in central Rome. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar and lounge, and fitness area. Nearby, you’ll find the train station, Te...
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Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
Add our airfare package and you'll get:
Round-trip flight for your tour
Airport transfers at your destination
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Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
This tour visits Greece (and Italy on the tour extension). In order to enter these countries, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code GIT.
You will walk for at least 1.5 hours daily across uneven terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with steep hills and stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of ferries.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in and depart from Athens (or Rome on the tour extension). When you first arrive, a representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
Ferry rides between Athens and Mykonos and Mykonos and Santorini, as well as a flight from Santorini to Athens, are included in the price of your tour. (The tour extension also includes a flight from Athens to Rome.)
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
Please note that codeine (commonly found in headache medications) is banned in Greece, and you may face prosecution if you bring it into the country.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to your departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code GIT.
Greece’s warm climate ensures a constant supply of fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables. Salads served with aromatic olive oil, feta cheese, and oregano are plentiful. Simple grilled fish and meat are integral to Greek cuisine, as well as squid and octopus. Don’t miss the spinach and cheese pies, called spanakopita.
On the tour extension, Roman food is typically freshly prepared and varies depending on the season. Must-try bites include cacio e pepe (a simple dish of pasta, cheese, and pepper) and supplí (a fried rice ball similar to Sicily’s arancini).
For more authentic meals on the tour extension, try local trattorias, small restaurants set away from the main piazzas. A typical Italian meal includes wines and the occasional beer, followed by a few sips of after-dinner drinks like grappa or limoncello.
Greece operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C, E, or F plugs with two small, round pins.
Italy (on the tour extension) operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C, F, or L plugs with two or three small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
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