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The Greek Islands: Crete & Santorini

10 days  |  13 days with Delphi & the Athens Riviera extension  |  Estimated monthly payments as low as $208 CAD

Group size
15–28 travelers
Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

13
Activity level

Get the full Greek experience: scrapbook scenery, fantastic food, and sweet, sweet sunshine.

No matter how you cut it, the Greek islands are a multifaceted paradise, and after admiring their gleaming highlights, you’ll be left craving more. Begin your tour in Athens, a city that needs no introduction, before journeying to Crete. Here, on the largest of Greece’s islands, you’ll marvel at the Venetian handiwork of charming Chania’s harbor; walk among vestiges of the Bronze Age Minoans in Heraklion; and discover the joys of Cretan cuisine through olive oil, wine, and other local delights. Then, you’ll head to Santorini—painted in those famous flashes of white and blue—for some seaside R & R. Go for a walk, a swim, or a sail, taking in its volcanic terrain from all angles. And if you’re interested in capping your trip with a mythical twist, add the extension to Delphi. (Maybe you’ll catch the oracle’s whispers riding the wind.)

Your tour package includes

  • 8 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 8 breakfasts
  • 1 lunch
  • 3 dinners with beer or wine
  • 4 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 1 ferry transfer
  • 2 on-tour flights

Included highlights

  • Temple of Zeus
  • Acropolis
  • Parthenon
  • Venetian port of Chania
  • Palace of Knossos
  • Akrotiri excavations
  • Mount Profitis Ilias
  • Village of Pygos

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Athens today.

Athens

Day 2: Arrival in Athens

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Greece! Meet your Tour Director at the airport and transfer with them to your hotel, where you’ll get to know your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner served with your choice of beer or wine.

Reviews

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Greece: Athens, Chania, Heraklion, & Santorini

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Patricia, travelled in Jun 2025

I really enjoyed this tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable. The locations were stunning. The activities were just right - not overly stressful. The hotel accommodations were nice. It seemed with each hotel, it just got better & better. My favorite activity was the...

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5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Anonymous, travelled in Jun 2025

Great trip. Wonderful guide. Good times, all around.

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4 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Barbara, travelled in Jun 2025

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Somewhat disappointed

3 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, travelled in May 2025

When my Greece solo tour was canceled due to lack of participants, I signed up for this tour as the timing was similar to my canceled tour. First, let me say that our tour director, Georgia, was fantastic! Her enthusiasm and commentary made the tour fun and educational. For me,...

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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.

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Athens - Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre

This lavish hotel is located in Athens' business and commercial district. Guests enjoy the fitness center, the outdoor swimming pool, and the sauna. Nearby, you’ll find the War Museum Athens, the National Garden Botanic Museum,...

Chania - Kydon Hotel

This comfortable hotel is centrally located in Chania. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find the Agora (a covered market) and the Cathedral of Eisodia tis Theotokou.

Heraklion - Galaxy Hotel Iraklio

This luxe hotel is located in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Guests enjoy restaurants, the outdoor pool, and a spa. Nearby, you’ll find Lions Square, Ammoudara Beach, and various shops and restaurants.

Santorini - El Greco Resort

This beautiful hotel is located in Fira. Guests enjoy a spa, pool, and restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find Fira’s shops and restaurants, Monolithos beach, and the black-sand beach of Kamari.

Athens - Atheneaum Eridanus

This luxury hotel is located right in the heart of Athens. Guests enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find the Monastiraki Flea Market, the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora of Athens, and the...

Delphi Region - Amalia Hotel Delphi

This modern hotel is located at the foot of Mount Parnassus in Delphi. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, beautiful views, and manicured gardens. Nearby, you’ll find the Temple of Apollo, the Old Temple of Athena, and the Stadium...

Athens Riviera - NLH Mati Seafront

This beachfront hotel is located in the Mati neighborhood on the Athens Riviera. Guests enjoy the spa, outdoor pool with views of the Aegean Sea, and beach access. Nearby you’ll find several dining options and walking trails...

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Flights

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