Tour Overview
8-Day Greece Highlights Tour: Athens, Delphi, Meteora & Santorini is planned as a 8 Days / 7 Nights journey linking Athens, Delphi, Meteora, Santorini. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Athens, Plaka, Acropolis, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Santorini, Side. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, domestic flights, ferry connections. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Athens
Arrive at Athens International Airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the historic Plaka district.
Guided Athens City Tour
Explore Athens’ highlights including Syntagma Square, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Continue to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Afternoon free for personal exploration.
Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka
Travel through Central Greece to Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo and archaeological museum. Continue to Kalambaka for overnight stay and traditional dinner.
Meteora – Return to Athens
Explore Meteora’s monasteries perched on dramatic rock pillars. After the visit, return to Athens via Thermopylae, the historic battlefield of King Leonidas.
Athens to Santorini by Ferry
Transfer to Piraeus Port and board your ferry to Santorini. Enjoy scenic views of the Cyclades islands before arriving on the island for sunset views over the caldera.
Free Day in Santorini
A full day at leisure. Explore Fira, visit Oia village, or take an optional catamaran cruise to volcanic hot springs.
Santorini to Athens by Ferry
Final Morning: Enjoy a relaxed final morning in Santorini for some last-minute photography or a scenic cliffside breakfast.
Return Cruise: Around midday, transfer to the port for your ferry back to Athens (15:30 PM – 23:15 PM). Relax on the open decks and catch a spectacular sunset on the water. Upon arrival at Piraeus Port late in the evening, a seamless transfer brings you directly to your Athens hotel for a restful night.
(Note: Fast 45-minute flight upgrades are available if you prefer to skip the evening ferry crossing).
Departure from Athens
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
Included
- 🏨 Accommodation — 4 nights in a carefully selected 4-star hotel in Athens on a Bed & Breakfast basis, 1 night in Kalambaka at a 4-star hotel with breakfast and dinner, and 2 nights in Santorini at a 4-star hotel on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
- ⛴️ Ferry Tickets — Economy Class ferry tickets with free seating for Piraeus (Athens) → Santorini (07:25–14:50) and Santorini → Piraeus (Athens) (15:30–23:15).
- 🏛️ Athens Sightseeing Tour — Half-day guided Athens sightseeing with a licensed English-speaking guide, including Acropolis Museum entrance fees.
- 🏺 Delphi & Meteora Excursion — Full-day guided excursion to Delphi and Meteora.
- 🚐 Transfers & Transportation — Private vehicle transfers in Athens, including airport and port transfers, plus coordinated shared shuttle transfers on Santorini.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support — Coordinated accommodation, ferry, sightseeing, excursion, and transfer arrangements throughout the itinerary.
Not Included
- 🍽️ Meals & Beverages — Meals and drinks other than those specified in the itinerary.
- 🎟️ Optional Visits & Services — Visits and services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- 🧳 Personal Expenses — Personal expenses incurred during the tour. 💰 Tips & Gratuities — Tips for drivers and guides. 🛡️ Travel Insurance — Travel insurance is not included.