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Take in the rich culture and history of Greece’s storied islands.
It’s nearly impossible to get a true taste of Greek culture without sampling its flavorful isles. Experience the relaxed lifestyle and meet friendly locals as you discover the character and history unique to each island. Absorb Hellenic heritage in ancient Athens before anchoring on the beaches of lively Mykonos. Cruise on the Aegean to the volcanic shores of Santorini and soak in Crete’s legendary landscapes.
Your tour package includes
12 nights in handpicked hotels
12 breakfasts
5 dinners with beer or wine
3 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
Acropolis
Parthenon
Windmills in Mykonos Town
Akrotiri excavations
Village of Pyrgos
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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.
Cape Sounion
From $105 per person
Day 4: Free day in Athens
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Athens or add an excursion.
Delphi
From $165 per person
Mykonos3 nights
Day 5: 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 6: Free day in Mykonos
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Mykonos or add an excursion.
Mykonos Cooking Demonstration & Lunch
From $165 per person
Day 7: Free day in Mykonos
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Mykonos or add an excursion.
Delos
From $165 per person
Santorini3 nights
Day 8: Ferry to Santorini
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a ferry to Santorini, then enjoy free time to discover the island’s volcanic black sand beaches, cliff-lined shores, and stunning whitewashed architecture.
Sit down for an included dinner this evening.
Day 9: Sightseeing tour of Santorini
Included meal: Breakfast
Today, take in the local sights on a guided tour of Santorini.
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
Enjoy a free evening in Santorini or add an excursion.
Santorini Caldera Cruise & Dinner
From $205 per person
Day 10: Free day in Santorini
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Santorini 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 10 or the morning of day 11 depending on the ferry schedule.
Greek Wine Tasting & Lunch
From $125 per person
Crete2 nights
Day 11: Ferry to Crete
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a ferry to Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, this afternoon.
Sit down for an included dinner this evening.
Day 12: Free day in Crete
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Crete or add an excursion.
Chania
From $165 per person
Athens1 night
Day 13: Sightseeing tour of Heraklion & transfer to Athens
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a guided tour of Heraklion this morning.
Visit the ruins of Knossos, where King Minos imprisoned the Minotaur in a labyrinth, according to the myth
See the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Then, fly to Athens and celebrate your trip with your group at a farewell dinner.
Flight Home
Day 14: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to continue exploring Athens.
Extension to Athens
All those ancient myths? Continue your trip to Athens, and you’ll practically walk right into ‘em. Ask your Tour Director for their best tips in this unforgettable Greek capital, then go ahead and discover the city your way.
Athens2 nights
Day 14: Free day in Athens
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Athens or add an excursion.
Athens Home-Hosted Dinner
From $109 per person
Day 15: Free day in Athens
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Athens or add an excursion.
Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers to enjoy a farewell drink.
Corinth Canal, Epidaurus & Mycenae
From $165 per person
Flight Home
Day 16: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
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Yamas!
10/1/23 by 1st-time traveler Kay
Roberto, our tour director, was/is superman in disguise. I don't know how he did it all and always with a smile. He was extremely informative and so much fun! Greece is amazing! The highlights of the trip for me were the fabulous food, turquoise waters, Delphi and the surrounding mountains (Penny, o...
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Greece love
10/2/23 by 4th-time traveler Toni
This was a beautiful tour with delicious food! Loved the cultural tours and our guides, but our personal guide Emmie was fabulous! Next time I would only do a couple of days on Mykonos and longer on Crete and Santorini!
EF Go Ahead Tours replied on 12/5/23
Hi Toni! Thank you so much for your kind review. W...
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Amazing Greek Vacation!
10/1/23 by 2nd-time traveler Cheryl
Roberto, our guide for this trip, was awesome! Great at his job and a beautiful person. Our group of 21 ranged in age from 25 – 80+. There were couples, a mother/son, friends, siblings, and solo travelers. A great mix of people from all over the US. The tour itinerary is a great balance of scheduled...
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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.
Saint George Lycabettus Hotel
This boutique hotel is located in the Kolonaki neighborhood in central Athens. Guests enjoy a screening room, rooftop pool, and spa. Nearby, you’ll fi...
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San Antonio Summerland
This seaside hotel is located in Mykonos Town. Guests enjoy individually controlled air conditioning, free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you'll find the windmills, M...
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Aegean Plaza Hotel
This prestigious hotel is located in Santorini's Kamari area. Guests enjoy stylish rooms, outdoor pool, and fitness center. Nearby you'll find Kamari ...
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Galaxy Hotel Iraklio
This luxe hotel is located in Heraklion. Guests enjoy restaurants, the outdoor pool, and spa. Nearby, you’ll find Lions’ Square, Ammoudara Beach, and ...
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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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24/7 support from our dedicated service team
Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
In order to enter Greece, 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 two blank passport pages for entry stamps.
Beginning in 2025, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2025, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our Help Center.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination 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-requirementsand searching the code TGI.
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. 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 to the bus 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, Mykonos and Santorini, and Santorini and Crete, as well as a flight from Heraklion to Athens, are included in the price of your tour.
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 departure by logging in too 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-requirementsand searching the code TGI.
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.
Greece operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, E, or F plugs with two 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 hotel 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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