Discover all Greece has to offer in this epic 10-day Best of Greece tour.
Experience the most popular islands, the amazing history of Athens and the Greek way of life. See where the ancient Greek gods were born and the ruins of their temples, then party till dawn in crazy Mykonos. Take an insta-worthy pic of the world’s most beautiful sunset in Santorini and explore the breathtaking Ios.
Spend 3 nights at the gorgeous Greek Capital, explore the immense history and the colourful neighbourhoods of Athens
Take a ferry fit for open seas and travel in comfort from Athens to the popular islands of Mykonos, Santorini and Ios.
Stay in hand-picked, comfortable hotels and feast on the delights of the Mediterranean cuisine every day.
Immerse yourself in the island life, enjoy marvellous beaches and endless summer parties, discover the fascinating history and most importantly, relax and recharge!
Follow your guide on orientation walks on each island to learn about the best beaches, sights & locales as well as their hidden gems.
Soak up the sunshine at the infamous Paradise Beach in Mykonos sipping cocktails and partying till sun down.
Shape your holiday with options for visiting the incredible ruins on Delos Island (near Mykonos), quad biking and taking a boat trip to Santorini’s volcano.
You will fall in love with the perfect combination of culture, history and the dynamic contemporary life in one of the oldest cities in the world.
Ios
Ios
The perfect place for sea, sun & party type of holiday! Don’t forget to visit the tomb of the famous Greek poet, Homer, before you get lost in the night.
Mykonos
Mykonos
Greece’s most famous with blue flag beaches, whitewashed streets and vibrant nightlife. You won’t want to leave the ‘The Island of the Winds’!
Santorini
Santorini
The most beautiful sunset in the world… This volcanic island has unique scenery with its multi-colored cliffs and beaches. Pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Athens
Welcome to Greece! Meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards, join us for an optional group dinner to get to know your new travel mates.
Accommodation The President Hotel - 4 Star
Included Activities Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities Group Dinner
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Day 2: Athens
Let's start our tour in Greece's capital, Athens, which is one of the world's oldest cities with history spanning back over 3000 years and is considered the birthplace of Western Civilization. Take a step back in time and explore an amazing array of historical and cultural sites in our city tour including: the National Library, the Academy, Constitutional Square and Parliament, The Temple of Zeus, and of course, the iconic Parthenon and Acropolis. The night is free for you to explore more of this incredible city.
Accommodation The President Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Athens City Tour
Entrance Fees Acropolis - EUR 20
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Day 3: Mykonos
Rise and shine, we have an early start to catch the ferry from Athens to Mykonos. In the afternoon, you will meet with your tour leader and your fellow travellers to explore Mykonos town, and its white washed houses.
Accommodation Alex Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Orientation Walk in Mykonos Town
Optional Activities Group Dinner
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Day 4: Mykonos
The day is yours to soak up the sunshine, swim in the sea or chew through your memory card taking pics of cute windmills and quaint streets. Or discover the birthplace of Apollo by taking an optional tour to Delos Island. Tonight, hit the bars and restaurants and dance the night away!
Accommodation Alex Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Activities Delos Island Tour - EUR 50
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Day 5: Mykonos, Santorini
Next up: Santorini! After our ferry ride, we will wander through the town of Fira to get our bearings. See why the blue door houses, white church domes make Santorini the iconic postcard town of Greece. Santorini is formed from volcanic activity, and from the caldera witness the most epic sunset and breath-taking views.
Accommodation New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Orientation Walk in Santorini
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Day 6: Santorini
We’ve got a free day today. Relax on the red or black sand beaches, wander the streets and browse through the shops of the main town or take an optional quad biking tour. Explore the island’s volcano and check out an active crater and hot springs in our optional volcano tour. The choices are endless!
Today we are taking to the seas, and heading towards to Ios. Get orientated on a tour around Ios and see its golden beaches and characteristic Aegean houses which are set on the hilltop. Tonight get amongst it, as we hit up the renowned party night life in the evening!
Accommodation Hermes Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
Included Activities Orientation Walk in Ios
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Day 8: Ios
Feeling a little under the weather from last nights antics? Nothing a gyros and a dip in the sea can't fix! It's a free day today so laze on the beach, roam the streets of the beautiful town of Chora or swoon over those awesome views.
Accommodation Hermes Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
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Day 9: Ios, Athens
Raise the anchor, today we are departing by ferry for our final stop, Athens. Tick off any last minute sightseeing and soak up all that Greece has to offer.
Accommodation The President Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included Breakfast
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Day 10: Athens
Our trip will end here (11:00am) in Athens. Fill up on your last breakfast with the Travel Talk crew and say goodbye to your new friends.
Meals Included Breakfast
All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
The tour price covers the following services:
Accommodation
2 & 3 & 4 star hotels
Meals
9 breakfasts
Transportation
Economy class ferry
Transfers
Transfers from the island ports to the hotels and from hotels to the island ports
Tour Leader
Services of experienced Travel Talk tour leader
What is not included in the tour price?
Any flights
Travel insurance
Meals not stated in the itinerary
Items of a personal nature
Tips & gestures
Visa fees
Entrance fees to the sights and museums
Optional activities
Other services not stated in the itinerary
Hotels are subject to change depending on the group size.
PRESIDENT HOTEL - ATHENS
The President Hotel Athens can be reached by Metro or Bus from Venizelos Airport. Metro closes by midnight, while Bus number X95 is available for 24 hours. The hotel located on Kifisias street, is walking distance away from Ambelokipi station reached by bus number X95. If you arrive by metro the distance from Ambelokipi station to the hotel is 700 meters, 6-8 minutes walking distance to the hotel.
ATHINAIS HOTEL - ATHENS
ASTOR HOTEL - ATHENS
ALEX HOTEL - MYKONOS
This hotel is located in Tourlos area, very close to central Mykonos, offers an outdoor swimming pool and wi-fi all around the hotel.
NEW HAROULA HOTEL - SANTORINI
New Haroula hotel is located in the centre of Fira, the capital of Santorini. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and free access to Wi-Fi. All air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a fridge, satellite TV and a balcony overlooking the pool or the bougainvillea garden.
HERMES HOTEL - IOS
Hermes Hotel is centrally located, only 700 meters away from the town, offers an outdoor swimming pool, and it’s also 7 minute walk to the beach.
ARMODOROS HOTEL - IOS
This hotel is a famous one among the Ios hotels with it’s swimming pool and pool bar, it allows you to walk to the town and beach only in a few minutes.
HOMER'S INN HOTEL - IOS
5 minute away from the port of Ios, this modern hotel features an outside swimming pool and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
SUNRISE HOTEL - IOS
Tour Review Scores And Breakdown
At Travel Talk we do not only provide excellent value for premium adventures, but also strive to exceed expectations in every aspect of our trips, which is reflected in an enviable 98.9% customer satisfaction for 2018. We believe that our affordable tours, quality accommodation, transportation and sightseeing tours combined with likeminded people, passionate tour leaders and the overall atmosphere of a Travel Talk tour have made these results. However, we are never ones to rest on our laurels, and we continually try to improve on this year after year; and what do we get out of this? The satisfaction of our travellers!
4.83
Accomodation
4.9
Transportation
4.93
Value for Money
4.97
Guide
4.97
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Diana Coelho
Amazing Trip! Went as a solo traveler and made friends easily. Accommodations were great! Breathtaking views in both Mykonos and Ios hotels. All hotels had AC. Showers had good water pressure and no shortage of hot water. The cost of the trip was fair. Would have liked more things included for the price we paid. Perhaps have 1 dinner included or entry to the acropolis. Our tour guide, Stefanos, was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly the must see’s in every place.He took care of the group and made sure everyone was safe every night! If your tour guide is Stefanos, you will not be disappointed! His humour, stories, and passion for the greek culture makes this tour unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour. It is a good mix of scheduled activities and free time. You will not regret it!!
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Amy Diamond
Once again a great Travel Talk tour! I’ve nearly done them all!! Kostas is a very passionate guide and will do anything for his guests, great guy great guide! Thanks guys!
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Roger Liu
Kostas, our tour guide was a very friendly, helpful & responsible man who attended to our every need. I’ve had a great time on the tour. Thank you Kostas for everything.
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Michelle Bates
Thanks Lydia for a fantastic tour. I had a fantastic week my favourite day was quad biking all over Santorini. Thank you also for helping me to make Lauren’s birthday unforgettable by organising a cake. <3
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Emily Schultz
Really enjoyed the tour! All of the people on the trip were great! Kostas (tour guide) was also very good! Really helped me feel safe while travelling & I feel like I got to see & experienced a lot.
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De Yun He
Kostas is a sweetheart! He has gone above and beyond to ensure everyone is well looked after, comfortable and most importantly having an amazing time on this trip. I have no doubt that whoever gets Kostas as a guide is very fortunate! Thank you Kostas for everything on this tour! You’re amazing human being and a tour guide!!
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Taylor McCormack
Kostas is the greatest tour guide I have has! His attitude towards all of us was superb and her was very caring and thoughtful. 10/10
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R. Scully
Easy going, relaxed, great & very informative tour leader. Very satisfied with the tour.
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M. Byron
Basil was a great tour guide, very friendly and knowledgeable.
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B. Falloon
Great tour! Managed to do so much in a short amount of time. Great leader! Fantastic time – Thank you.
Amazing Trip! Went as a solo traveler and made friends easily. Accommodations were great! Breathtaking views in both Mykonos and Ios hotels. All hotels had AC. Showers had good water pressure and no shortage of hot water. The cost of the trip was fair. Would have liked more things included for the price we paid. Perhaps have 1 dinner included or entry to the acropolis. Our tour guide, Stefanos, was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly the must see's in every place.He took care of the group and made sure everyone was safe every night! If your tour guide is Stefanos, you will not be disappointed! His humour, stories, and passion for the greek culture makes this tour unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour. It is a good mix of scheduled activities and free time. You will not regret it!!
Diana Coelho
Best of Greece
Once again a great Travel Talk tour! I’ve nearly done them all!! Kostas is a very passionate guide and will do anything for his guests, great guy great guide! Thanks guys!
Amy Diamond
Best of Greece
Kostas, our tour guide was a very friendly, helpful & responsible man who attended to our every need. I’ve had a great time on the tour. Thank you Kostas for everything.
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Diana Coelho
Amazing Trip! Went as a solo traveler and made friends easily. Accommodations were great! Breathtaking views in both Mykonos and Ios hotels. All hotels had AC. Showers had good water pressure and no shortage of hot water. The cost of the trip was fair. Would have liked more things included for the price we paid. Perhaps have 1 dinner included or entry to the acropolis. Our tour guide, Stefanos, was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly the must see’s in every place.He took care of the group and made sure everyone was safe every night! If your tour guide is Stefanos, you will not be disappointed! His humour, stories, and passion for the greek culture makes this tour unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour. It is a good mix of scheduled activities and free time. You will not regret it!!
Amy Diamond
Once again a great Travel Talk tour! I’ve nearly done them all!! Kostas is a very passionate guide and will do anything for his guests, great guy great guide! Thanks guys!
Roger Liu
Kostas, our tour guide was a very friendly, helpful & responsible man who attended to our every need. I’ve had a great time on the tour. Thank you Kostas for everything.
Michelle Bates
Thanks Lydia for a fantastic tour. I had a fantastic week my favourite day was quad biking all over Santorini. Thank you also for helping me to make Lauren’s birthday unforgettable by organising a cake. <3
Emily Schultz
Really enjoyed the tour! All of the people on the trip were great! Kostas (tour guide) was also very good! Really helped me feel safe while travelling & I feel like I got to see & experienced a lot.
De Yun He
Kostas is a sweetheart! He has gone above and beyond to ensure everyone is well looked after, comfortable and most importantly having an amazing time on this trip. I have no doubt that whoever gets Kostas as a guide is very fortunate! Thank you Kostas for everything on this tour! You’re amazing human being and a tour guide!!
Taylor McCormack
Kostas is the greatest tour guide I have has! His attitude towards all of us was superb and her was very caring and thoughtful. 10/10
R. Scully
Easy going, relaxed, great & very informative tour leader. Very satisfied with the tour.
M. Byron
Basil was a great tour guide, very friendly and knowledgeable.
B. Falloon
Great tour! Managed to do so much in a short amount of time. Great leader! Fantastic time – Thank you.