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Enjoy a tour of the most popular Cyclades Islands in Greece. Start in Athens and explore the city with a private tour before exploring the Acropolis. Your expert guide will provide interpretation of the most important sights of the city. Discover Cyclades islands starting with Mykonos, the most famous Island in Greece. Featuring natural beauty, rich history, a cosmopolitan character combined with a vibrant nightlife as well as plenty of local color, Mykonos is world famous for its chalk-white beauty and its vibrant night life. Take advantage of private services to Delos Island (optional) as well as a private tour of the city combined with a wine tasting. Continue your tour with Paros located at the heart of the Cyclades Islands. This island boasts 120kms of coastline along with all sorts of swimming and fishing options. The landscape spans valleys and hills dotted with old ruins, ancient architecture, churches and monasteries. The island’s history stretches back to before the 4th century with much of its architecture dating to the Constantine era. Today, Paros is a highlight of the Aegean Sea. You may choose to extend your itinerary with Naxos (optional). Continue to Santorini, the miracle of the Southern Aegean Sea, one of the most beautiful islands among the Greek Islands. Combining the best fine sand beaches with fertile valleys and mountainous beauty, Santorini is definitely one of the “must see” islands of Greece. This tour is only available from April to October.
Travel confidently with in-country 24/7 support. Customize, combine, or change this tour to meet your exact vacation needs - after all, getting exactly what you want is the appeal of private touring!
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Athens Athens, the capital of Greece is named after Athena, the goddess of wisdom, who, according to legend, won the city after defeating Poseidon in a duel. The goddess' victory was celebrated by the construction of a temple on the Acropolis, the site of the city's earliest settlement in Attica. As a city state, the coastal capital of Athens reached its heyday in the fifth century BC as a centre for the arts, learning and philosophy, home of Plato’s Academy and Aristotle's Lyceum. Athens is also the birthplace of Socrates, Pericles, Sophocles and its many other prominent philosophers, writers and politicians of the ancient world. Nowadays, the city retains a vast variety of Roman and Byzantine monuments, as well as a smaller number of remaining Ottoman monuments projecting the city's long history across the centuries. Enjoy your private airport transfer today. Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Grande Bretagne Hotel (5*) located in a prime location, opposite Constitution Square and the House of Parliament, Hotel boasts luxurious rooms and stunning city views from its magnificent rooftop terrace.The lavish rooms are appointed with the finest furnishings. The marble bathrooms feature a vanity counter, separate bathtub, and shower. Some rooms have balconies facing the Acropolis, and the daily changing of the guard at the parliament building. The historic GB Corner is recognized as one the capital’s famous hotspots. From Grande Bretagne’s rooftop you can see the original Olympic Stadium as you dive into the pool; the Acropolis from your barstool; the Parthenon as you sample the finest Mediterranean cuisine. Overnight at Grande Bretagne (5*). |
 Athens |
 Hotel Grande Bretagne, Athens |
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Day 2
Athens Enjoy a private full day tour day tour of Athens with car and expert guide. This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides take you to see the centre of the city, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On your way to the Acropolis you will see the Panathenaic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896), the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. At the Acropolis we visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and, finally, the monument that 'puts order in the mind', the Parthenon. In the afternoon drive along the coastal road, past the wonderful beaches of Glyfada,Vouliagmenis and Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand.On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore.After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounion. The tour takes around eight hours and includes the entrance fees to Acropolis and Poseidon temple. Overnight at Grande Bretagne (5*). |
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Day 3
Mykonos Mykonos is a Greek island renowned for its sandy beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere and its intense nightlife. The island is part of the Cyclades, lying between Tinos, Siros, Paros and Naxos. Many Greek and a few international celebrities have summer residences in Mykonos and can often be spotted having dinner at a small street-side table of an expensive restaurant or in a cozy taverna. The island has a legendary nightlife featured by a vast number of bars and nightclubs, but peace and tranquility can easily be found away from these areas. Enjoy a private port transfer in Athens with private vehicle and driver. Enjoy a transfer by ferry to Mykonos. The duration takes approximately 2.5 hours. Avail of a private port transfer with vehicle and driver. Situated above the town, the Myconian Ambassador Hotel (5*) overlooks Platis Yialos, the most famous beach on Mykonos Island. The deep blue of the Aegean Sea, the unique Thalasso Spa Center, combined with the philosophy of Myconian hospitality are just some of the experiences that await visitors who stay at this enchanting 5 star hotel. Fully renovated in 2004, all exclusively designed Deluxe guest rooms and suites are equipped with private pools and private Jacuzzis which reflect the beauty, charm and authenticity of what pure luxury on Mykonos means. Overnight at Myconian Ambassador (5*). |
 Mykonos |
 Myconian Ambassador Hotel |
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Day 4
Mykonos Overnight at Myconian Ambassador (5*). |
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Day 5
Paros One of the Cyclades island group, Paros lies to the west of Naxos, from which it is separated by a channel about 8 km wide. It has numerous beaches and the constant strong wind in the strait between Paros and Naxos makes it a favoured windsurfing location. Today, Paros is one of the most popular European tourist hotspots. It also became known for its fine white marble which gave rise to the term Parian which is used for China and fine marbles worldwide. On a rock beside the sea are the remains of a medieval castle, built almost entirely of the marble remains of an ancient temple. Similar traces of antiquity, in the shape of bas-reliefs, inscriptions, columns, & etc. are numerous. Parikia town has a small but interesting archaeological museum housing some of the many finds from sites in Paros. Avail of a private port transfer with vehicle and driver. Enjoy a high speed hydrofoil from Mykonos to Paros. Enjoy a shared port transfer to your hotel. Yria Resort (4*) lies just 100 m from Parasporos Beach, around 3 km from Parikia Town and 4 km from the airport. The resort welcomes you to enjoy a memorable stay in a complex of elegance and style, natural beauty, up to date comfort and warm hospitality. The elegantly furnished and decorated rooms vary from spacious and cozy double superior, junior and executive suites for two, to two level maisonettes for families. They all feature white marble baths and verandas. The restaurant and cocktail bar by the pool called Selini, as well as Nefeli, serve gourmet dishes. A sleek swimming pool (and children's pool - the resort is well designed for kids) and impeccable service, are its other strong points. All of which, for a couple or family seeking a tranquil and stylish island escape, make it one of the region's finest hotels. Overnight at Yria Resort (4*) Parasporos. |
 Paros |
 Yria Hotel Resort |
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Day 6
Paros Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Yria Resort (4*) Parasporos. |
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Day 7
Santorini Santorini is made up of three close-knit islands, the most southerly of the Cyclades group. The islands have dramatic scenery created by a now inactive volcano situated in the centre of the main island Thira. On the west, white houses perch on cliffs that plunge dramatically to the sea; on the east there are long, beautiful beaches of black volcanic sand. Enjoy a shared port transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a high speed hidrofoil from Paros to Santorini. The hydrofoil runs between April and October. Enjoy a private port transfer with vehicle and driver in Santorini. Majestic Hotel (4*) standing over the astounding volcanic caldera, right at the entrance of the town of Fira, The Majestic Hotel (4*), elegantly blends with the grandeur of the fierce landscape amidst the vast Aegean sea. Modern spirited and fashionable, the hotel offers flowing interiors crafted in impeccable style. All details are arranged to absolute harmony, and the swimming pools, lounge areas and restaurant cater to every need. The Majestic Hotel features soundproofed rooms with private balcony enjoying views of the Aegean Sea or the volcano. Overnight at Majestic (4*). |
 Santorini |
 The Majestic Hotel |
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Day 8
Santorini Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Majestic (4*). |
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Day 9
Santorini Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Majestic (4*). |
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Day 10
Santorini Take a private airport transfer with vehicle and driver in Santorini. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport). |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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