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12 Day itinerary in Greece, Europe

Aegean Romantic Escape- A Luxury Honeymoon in Greece

There are few places in the world as breathtaking as the Greek Islands, making these spectacular destinations the ultimate escape for your honeymoon. You and your partner will find so much to love and adore as you spend time appreciating the culture and opulent experiences. You’ll get under the ski... Read More

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Overview

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GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Athens

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Indigenous culture

Culture & History

Meet local people

Visit markets

Water & Coastline

Culture & Heritage

Food & Culinary

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Explore the hypnotic antiquity of Athens on a tour of its ancient ruins, including Acropolis

2

Discover the sensations of the winding streets of Mykonos Town

3

Enjoy a sunset cruise where the sky will be overrun with splendid color

4

Soar above the Cretan seascape surrounded by the luxuriant countryside

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Arrive in Athens with afternoon at leisure

Arrive to Greece, the land of mythical Gods and ancient civilization.  Our private driver will meet you at the airport and will transfer you to your hotel in the city center. Check into your hotel, rest and relax, and later enjoy a romantic afternoon and evening exploring the vibrant culture and nightlife of Athens or perhaps get re-energized by wandering through the Plaka, Athens’ oldest neighborhood.

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Electra Metropolis Athens
Day 2

place Explore the ancient treasures of Athens with a private guide

Today begin the first full day of your honeymoon with your licensed English-speaking guide that will take you on a journey back through time in this city with its more than 5,000-year-old history.  Whilst on the private tour you will discover Athens’ ancient heart and its most impressive landmarks, including the Acropolis and Parthenon, retracing footsteps of the some of the world’s most iconic figures in history. 

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Electra Metropolis Athens
Day 3

place Flight to Mykonos with the afternoon at leisure

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Athens airport to catch your flight to Mykonos. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting to transfer you to your luxury romantic hotel. Enjoy the afternoon on your own by relaxing at the pool or one of the many crystal-clear beaches on the island, or start exploring this “quintessential Greek island,” with its absolutely pristine town, filled with beautiful boutiques, top-class restaurants, idyllic bars overlooking the sea, and its own “Little Venice”, as you enjoy each other's company. 

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Myconian Imperial - Leading Hotels of the World
Day 4

place Half day guided tour of Delos Island

Hop on a ferry this morning and sail to Ancient Delos. Upon arrival at Delos, your guide will offer an introduction to the mythological, prehistorical and historical background of the sacred island of antiquity and the birthplace of Apollo. The entire island, consisting of five square kilometers, is an archaeological monument with remains from temples, holy places, houses, and settlements dating back to the Neolithic and Roman eras. Make sure to take pictures of the Lion Terrace and its unique marble Lions.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Myconian Imperial - Leading Hotels of the World
Day 5

place Spend the day in Mykonos further exploring the island at your leisure

Enjoy your final day in Mykonos at your leisure further exploring the beautiful town of Mykonos with some final shopping or enjoying some rest and relaxation at your hotel. Listen to the sounds of the water against the shore calling you and dip your fit into the hot sand.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Myconian Imperial - Leading Hotels of the World
Day 6

place Set sail for gorgeous Santorini with the afternoon at your leisure

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the port of Mykonos to catch your 3-hour hydrofoil ferry to the top honeymoon destination island of Santorini. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your romantic hotel. After checking into your hotel, you’ll have the afternoon to spend at your leisure,  overlooking the spectacular views of the caldera and the stunning colors of the sunset with your loved one by your side. Enjoy dinner at one of the numerous restaurants while sipping wine from one of the local wineries as you daze into each other's eyes.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Andronis Concept Wellness Resort
Day 7

place Take in a spectacular sunset on board during a catamaran cruise

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and start to your day as you wake up to the beautiful views from your hotel overlooking Santorini and its nearby islands.  In the afternoon you will meet our guide for a semi-private sunset sailing cruise. Whilst on the luxury catamaran you will visit the red and white beaches of Santorini, the Venetian Lighthouse, and a lot more. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop in a secluded bay whilst the crew prepares your on BBQ on board the boat. Watch a truly unforgettable sunset as you dine on freshly cooked food and drinks provided by the crew.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Andronis Concept Wellness Resort
Day 8

place Spend today enjoying the beautiful Caldera views at your own pace

Spend your final day in Santorini exploring the town of Oia or Fira and its wonderful array of individual boutique shops at your own pace.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Andronis Concept Wellness Resort
Day 9

place Ferry transfer to Crete with afternoon at leisure

Your next stop is Crete, one of the largest islands in Greece with a diverse landscape that includes everything from golden stretches of sand, rugged mountains, and lush green grass to scenic villages and fascinating Minoan ruins. 

After lunch, you will be transferred to the port of Santorini to catch your 3-hour hydrofoil ferry to Crete. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your romantic luxury hotel. Spend the remainder of your day exploring the natural wonders, local culture, and history of Crete as a newlywed.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel
Day 10

place Exploring Chania region

Today enjoy a private tour of the unique area of Apokoronas, the East province of Chania region. The purpose of this tour is to introduce the visitors of this island the pure side of the Cretan mainland. Tour around the villages, meet the locals, taste delicious local product and learn everything of Crete’s history, culture and traditions.

Following a route through nature and traditional Cretan villages you will have a short stop for a Greek coffee at a local “kafeneio” at a picturesque village. The experience of Cretan cheese-making process follows. You visit a cheese factory and taste the local “Graviera” “Mizithra” or “Anthotiros” cheese varieties. After that you will enjoy lunch in a traditional “kafeneio” in Fres village, speaking with the locals and learning many things about the countryside way of life.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel
Day 11

place Chania at leisure

Enjoy your final full day in Crete relaxing at one of Crete's endless turquoise beaches or explore the deep history and culture of the island. A single visit to Chania is never enough. It is merely the beginning of your own storyline with a city that collects stories and spins them to a thread, inextricably uniting generations, cultures, religions, customs and traditions

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Luxury: Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel
Day 12

place Departure

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Chania airport, to connect with your departure flight via Athens International Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Myconian Imperial - Leading Hotels of the World
  • Andronis Concept Wellness Resort
  • Electra Metropolis Athens
  • Ambassadors Residence Boutique Hotel

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (11)
  • Dinner (1)
  • Lunch (1)

Transport expand_less

  • All private transfers from ports/ airports to/from hotels

Activities expand_less

  • Private Athens highlights tour
  • Half day guided tour of Delos Island
  • Sunset cruise with dinner in Santorini
  • Private tour of Chania region

Not Included expand_less

  • international flights
  • The additional stayover tax of 4 euro per room, per overnight, to be paid cash in each hotel

About Nikos

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Hiking

Visit markets

Meet local people

Indigenous culture

Wellness retreat

Culture & History

Nature & Wildlife

Food & Culinary

Water & Coastline

Culture & Heritage

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