Coach Tour – Athens & Aegean – 7N/8D

Athens & Aegean:
8days Tour (Trafalgar)

Discover the history, myths and modern-day culture of six diverse destinations in Greece and Turkey – from vibrant Athens and buzzing Mykonos to the spectacular scenery and sunsets of volcanic Santorini.

Day 1 : ARRIVE ATHENS (3 NIGHTS)
Welcome to mythical Greece. On arrival in Athens transfer to your hotel. Relax and unwind then spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your own pace.

Day 2-3 : ATHENS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
See the wonders of ancient Athens this morning with a Local Specialist on your guided sightseeing tour, which includes a walking tour of the Acropolis and views of the Parthenon. The rest of your stay in Athens is free to explore ancient sites and museums, or maybe join an Optional Experience.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Buffet Breakfast

Day 4 : EMBARK – MYKONOS
Transfer to the port and cruise to stunning Mykonos. Spend a few hours discovering this island paradise with its distinctive white-washed houses and maze of narrow cobbled streets.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 5 : KUSADASI – PATMOS
Arrive early in Kusadasi in Turkey and consider an optional experience to fascinating Ephesus, site of the famous Temple of Artemis. Continue your cruise to Patmos, where there is time to shop, relax on the beach or take an Optional Experience to the Monastery of St. John.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 6 :  HERAKLION – SANTORINI
Wake up in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Spend a few hours exploring the port town before continuing your cruise to Santorini, a spectacular volcanic island featuring beautiful cliff-top villages with incredible views of the caldera.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 7 :  DISEMBARK – ATHENS
Disembark in Athens and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, see the sights or shop for souvenirs.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast

Day 8 : DEPART ATHENS
Say goodbye to your fellow travellers at the end of a magical holiday. Airport transfers are provided. Conditions apply.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast

INCLUSIONS:

Sightseeing Highlights:
City tour in Athens
Visit the Acropolis in Athens, the trendy island of Mykonos, the thriving Turkish port of Kusadasi, the idyllic island of Patmos, the port town of Heraklion and the cliff top town of Fira on Santorini
View the Parthenon, the white-washed houses and windmills on Mykonos and the Caldera on Santorini
See Hadrian’s Arch and the 1896 Olympic Stadium in Athens
Dining
7 breakfasts.
3 cruise lunches.
3 cruise dinners.

Travel Highlights:
Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Hand-picked 4 and 5 star accommodation
Hand-picked Insider Experiences
Optional Experiences and free time
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
VIP entry to many sights
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
Airport Transfers

Athens & Aegean:
8days Tour (Trafalgar)

Discover the history, myths and modern-day culture of six diverse destinations in Greece and Turkey – from vibrant Athens and buzzing Mykonos to the spectacular scenery and sunsets of volcanic Santorini.

Day 1 : ARRIVE ATHENS (3 NIGHTS)
Welcome to mythical Greece. On arrival in Athens transfer to your hotel. Relax and unwind then spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your own pace.

Day 2-3 : ATHENS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
See the wonders of ancient Athens this morning with a Local Specialist on your guided sightseeing tour, which includes a walking tour of the Acropolis and views of the Parthenon. The rest of your stay in Athens is free to explore ancient sites and museums, or maybe join an Optional Experience.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Buffet Breakfast

Day 4 : EMBARK – MYKONOS
Transfer to the port and cruise to stunning Mykonos. Spend a few hours discovering this island paradise with its distinctive white-washed houses and maze of narrow cobbled streets.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 5 : KUSADASI – PATMOS
Arrive early in Kusadasi in Turkey and consider an optional experience to fascinating Ephesus, site of the famous Temple of Artemis. Continue your cruise to Patmos, where there is time to shop, relax on the beach or take an Optional Experience to the Monastery of St. John.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 6 : HERAKLION – SANTORINI
Wake up in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Spend a few hours exploring the port town before continuing your cruise to Santorini, a spectacular volcanic island featuring beautiful cliff-top villages with incredible views of the caldera.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 7 : DISEMBARK – ATHENS
Disembark in Athens and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, see the sights or shop for souvenirs.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast

Day 8 : DEPART ATHENS
Say goodbye to your fellow travellers at the end of a magical holiday. Airport transfers are provided. Conditions apply.
Meal(s)
Buffet Breakfast

INCLUSIONS:

Sightseeing Highlights:
City tour in Athens
Visit the Acropolis in Athens, the trendy island of Mykonos, the thriving Turkish port of Kusadasi, the idyllic island of Patmos, the port town of Heraklion and the cliff top town of Fira on Santorini
View the Parthenon, the white-washed houses and windmills on Mykonos and the Caldera on Santorini
See Hadrian’s Arch and the 1896 Olympic Stadium in Athens
Dining
7 breakfasts.
3 cruise lunches.
3 cruise dinners.

Travel Highlights:
Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Hand-picked 4 and 5 star accommodation
Hand-picked Insider Experiences
Optional Experiences and free time
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
VIP entry to many sights
Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
Airport Transfers