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Limited DatesApril – October Only
10days
Discover the Flavors of Athens, Santorini & Crete
Athens, Santorini, Heraklion, Chania
Walk the Acropolis with a private guide, then sample Athens street food on a market food tour.
Cruise the caldera with a small group, swim the Aegean, and watch the Oia sunset from the sea.
Cook Aegean classics with a Santorini chef at a hilltop mansion, paired with Assyrtiko wine.
Stroll Chania's Venetian harbor with market tastings, and swim Elafonisi's pink-sand lagoon.
Count on your Destination Expert for curated dining and at-your-own-pace tips throughout.
* Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
A travel experience like no other
This sample itinerary was created by experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.
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AthensGet Settled
- Private Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet Assistance
- Greece Welcome Package
- Athens Self Guided Souvlaki Evening Stroll
AthensSee the Signature Sights in Style
- City Tour with Acropolis & Plaka Stroll (4 hrs) - Private
- Golden Hour Rooftop Aperitifs & Craft Cocktails at Your Leisure
- Dining Reservation at Dionysos Zonar’s
AthensCity Streets and Tasty Treats
- Small-Group Flavors of Athens Walking Tour with Tastings | 4 hrs
- Lycabettus Hill at Your Own Pace
Athens to SantoriniA Change of Scenery
- Private Airport Transfer
- Athens - Santorini [Direct, 1 hr] - Economy
- Private Airport Transfer
- Santorini Sunset Sailing (with Dinner, 6 hrs) - Small Group Tour with Shared Transfers
SantoriniCreative Cuisine
- Aegean Cuisine Cooking Class (with Lunch, 4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Imerovigli Caldera Sunset Stroll at Your Own Pace
- Dining Suggestions: Imerovigli Favorites
Santorini to HeraklionThe Journey Continues…
- Morning at Leisure
- Private Port Transfer
- Santorini - Heraklion [2 hrs] - Business Class
- Private Port Transfer
- Dining Reservation at Peskesi Restaurant
Heraklion to ChaniaIt’s All Ancient History
- Private Transfer Heraklion to Chania via Knossos & Heraklion Highlights with Tastings | 7.5 hrs
- Evening at Leisure
ChaniaCultural Immersion
- Private Walking Experience in the Old Town of Chania with Tastings | 4 hrs
- Golden Hour Old Town Stroll & Aperitivo Wine Bars at Your Own Pace
ChaniaCoastal Beauty
- Elafonisi Coastal Escape (8 hrs) - Private Tour
ChaniaUntil Next Time…
- Private Airport Transfer
ATHENS

Get Settled
Upon arrival to Athens airport, an English-speaking Meet & Greet Assistant will welcome you and escort you to your waiting driver. They will travel with you to your accommodations to ensure a smooth check-in and be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your itinerary or the destination.
A Welcome Package with a copy of your itinerary, train tickets (if relevant), and any other information that we deem you may find useful, will be provided to you in destination.
Wander Athens at your own pace and follow the smoky scent of grills and warm pita through the evening streets. We’ve curated a handful of our favorite souvlaki stops to choose from, from Monastiraki classics like Bairaktaris and Thanasis to modern, chef-led spots like Hoocut and Meat the Greek, plus no-frills local skewers at Kalamakia O Elvis. Pick one or two that suit your mood, then linger where the atmosphere feels best.
Where you’ll be staying
Cozy Room
ATHENS




See the Signature Sights in Style
With stunning monuments dating back to Antiquity, Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities and a fascinating place to discover. With your private guide, embark on a half-day orientation tour of the city, taking in the sites and neighborhoods that have shaped the unique character of Athens over several millennia. Start with a private, one-way transfer to the iconic Acropolis, an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop overlooking the city. Enroute, you’ll see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896 and pass by Hadrian’s Arch. Once you've arrived at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Acropolis, spend some time exploring this ancient fortress while your guide regales you with tales of its historical significance and architectural marvels. Pass through the Propylea, the stately entrance to the magnificent structures inside, and enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the city and the entire basin of Attica before you. Explore the Parthenon, the best known and most awe-inspiring of structures of the Acropolis citadel. Visit the Erechtheion, whose temple is graced with the porch of the Caryatid. Revel in this immersive experience as you uncover the spirit of Athens through its celebrated landmarks and fascinating stories and conclude with a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Plaka neighborhood back to your hotel.
As evening settles, make your own way through Athens with a few well-chosen rooftop and cocktail bar suggestions to suit your mood. A for Athens offers the classic view over Monastiraki, while Attic Urban Rooftop brings a more relaxed terrace setting. After dinner, shift from skyline to cocktails at The Clumsies, set in a neoclassical townhouse, or The Bar in Front of the Bar, known for its playful streetside scene and ice-cold drinks. These are a few of our favorites, with plenty of room to follow the night where it leads.
Set beneath the Acropolis in Athens’ historic center, Dionysos Zonar’s pairs classic Greek cuisine with contemporary touches and direct views of the Parthenon. Seasonal ingredients shape a menu that blends tradition with modern creativity. Your Destination Expert can arrange the reservation to suit your plans, with payment settled directly at the restaurant.
Where you’ll be staying
Cozy Room
ATHENS



City Streets and Tasty Treats
Taste your way through Athens on a small-group, half-day walking experience led by a food expert, discovering the flavors that shape daily life in the city. Walk through local streets and into Varvakeios Central Market, where vendors and artisans bring Greek cuisine to life through ingredients, methods, and long-held traditions. Along the way, sample a generous mix of sweet and savory favorites, from cheese pie and Greek coffee to souvlaki, loukoumades, olive oil, and local cheeses.
Explore at your leisure with an independent outing to Lycabettus Hill, where a short funicular ride carries you above the city into pine-scented calm and sweeping views. From the summit, linger by the chapel and lookout points as rooftops stretch toward the sea, then make your way down the shaded zigzag path to Dexameni Square, a leafy corner with cafe tables beneath the trees. If you’d like to extend the evening, Orizontes is especially well placed at golden hour, when the Acropolis begins to glow.
Where you’ll be staying
Cozy Room
ATHENS TO SANTORINI


A Change of Scenery
Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.
Board a flight in Athens with direct service to Santorini. Approximate flight duration is 50 minutes.
Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.
Santorini is especially captivating at sunset, and this intimate small group sailing experience offers an unhurried way to take it all in from the water. With no more than 14 guests on board, enjoy a relaxed evening cruise lasting up to six hours, depending on the season. Make your way to the port with a scheduled group transfer before setting sail around the island’s dramatic coastline. Begin at the iconic Red Beach, a striking volcanic landscape known for its crystal-clear waters and excellent swimming and snorkeling. Continue to White Beach, accessible primarily by boat, where towering white cliffs rise above dark volcanic sand scattered with pumice stone. Enjoy about 30 minutes at leisure to swim and snorkel in the sheltered cove. Back on board, unwind as a barbecue dinner is prepared and served on deck, paired with crisp Santorinian wine. As the cruise returns toward the port, pause below the village of Oia to watch the sun set over the caldera, casting the sea and cliffs in shades of red, orange, and purple. After sunset, return to the port and continue back to your hotel by scheduled group transfer.
Where you’ll be staying
Love Birds Suite
SANTORINI


Creative Cuisine
Learn how to bring the fresh, delicate flavors of the Aegean to life on during a private interactive cooking class in Santorini. Today you'll meet with your driver for a transfer to one of Santorini's top restaurants where you'll join the restaurant's chef for a private class. The restaurant is set on the terrace of an old mansion in the heart of Megalochori, and combines organic products from Crete with products from the arid landscape of Santorini for a delicious twist on Aegean cuisine. Learn to prepare delicious starters, dakos salad, a main course and traditional dessert, all served with free-flowing Assyrtiko Santorinian wine. Once the various components been prepared under the chef's skillful guidance, you'll savor your delightful creation in the form of a relaxed, sit-down meal. Conclude your afternoon with a return to your hotel.
As the light softens, follow the caldera path for one of Santorini’s most beautiful strolls, all sea-sky views, whitewashed edges, and a quiet golden-hour hush. Pick up a gelato or something sweet in the village, then drift through Imerovigli’s peaceful lanes before settling in wherever feels right. If you’d like to linger, The Wine Bar at Heliotopos is a lovely final stop for a glass in an atmospheric setting as the sky fades.
For an unhurried evening above the caldera, favorites in Imerovigli include The Athenian House for polished Mediterranean flavors, Five Senses or Above for a more refined, chef-driven dinner, Anogi for traditional Greek comfort in a cozy setting, and To Steki tou Nikou for a more local, low-key meal with sunset views. Your Destination Expert can help guide your choice.
Where you’ll be staying
Love Birds Suite
SANTORINI TO HERAKLION


The Journey Continues…
Spend the morning at your own pace, whether you choose to head out for a quiet walk, linger over coffee, or simply enjoy a slower start to the day. Depending on your hotel’s setting, you may wish to browse nearby shops, take in island views, enjoy the water, or settle into a leisurely brunch before continuing on.
Meet your driver for a private port transfer. For your comfort, a private assistant will be on hand to help you navigate the busy Santorini port and make your onward connection.
Board a high-speed ferry for a transfer from Santorini to Heraklion. Approximate transfer time is 2 hours.
A transfer between the port and your hotel with a private vehicle and driver is provided.
A table is arranged for you at Peskesi, known for refined Cretan flavors in a warm, farmhouse-style setting. Linger over seasonal plates shaped by local produce and olive oil, then settle the bill directly with the restaurant.
Where you’ll be staying
Executive Room Seaview
HERAKLION TO CHANIA


It’s All Ancient History
Travel from Heraklion to Chania with a privately guided day that layers Crete’s ancient story with the city’s everyday flavors. Begin at Knossos Palace, where ceremonial courts and fresco-lined halls bring Minoan myth, ritual, and daily life into focus, then visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to see the original masterpieces that deepen the narrative. In the Old Town, pause for a few local tastes, from flaky bougatsa to cheeses, olive oil rusks, and a sip of raki, before meeting your driver for the transfer to Chania.
Enjoy a free evening to follow your interests, whether you step out to explore or unwind at your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Classic Room
CHANIA



Cultural Immersion
Explore Chania's Old Town on a private, half-day walking experience with a local expert, uncovering how Venetian and Ottoman influences shape daily Cretan life. Stroll from the Venetian Harbor into quieter lanes, pause in Splantzia for Greek coffee beneath the trees, and sample cheeses, olives, raki, and sweets at the Municipal Market. Artisan workshops, courtyards, and neighborhood stories surface naturally along the way. The experience remains adaptable, allowing subtle shifts toward the flavors and corners of the Old Town that resonate most.
As the Venetian harbor turns honey-gold, take this self-guided evening stroll from the waterfront into the Old Town’s lantern-lit lanes, where stone alleys, jasmine-scented corners, and the soft buzz of evening set the mood. Here are a few of our favorite places for a glass of Cretan wine or an easy aperitivo along the way, from Pallas by the water and Sinagogi in the Jewish Quarter to Daliani Wine Bar for a cozy pour, and Ginger Concept in Splantzia before dinner.
Where you’ll be staying
Classic Room
CHANIA



Coastal Beauty
With your private driving guide, set out on a full-day excursion to discover Elafonisi, a breathtaking Cretan beach paradise and geological wonder. Travel at your own pace, whether you prefer a relaxed experience or a more dynamic exploration. Along the way, admire the striking beauty of Topolia Gorge, a stunning prelude to the coastal wonders ahead. At Elafonisi, immerse yourself in the tranquil landscape where the Cretan and Libyan Seas meet, offering crystal-clear waters and pink-tinged sands. Explore the serene island-lagoon and enjoy moments of pure relaxation. Afterwards, enjoy a leisurely stroll to the cavernous temple of Agia Sofia and bask in the elemental energy of this sacred place. When you are ready for lunch, indulge in one of the delightful family taverns where authentic cuisine of West Crete open your taste buds to a new world of flavors (meal not included, payable locally). As you journey back, the sea breeze and scenic landscapes provide a perfect ending to your stress-free escape.
Where you’ll be staying
Classic Room
CHANIA
Until Next Time…
Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.
ATHENS




Electra Rhythm Athens
Located in the heart of Athens, facing the iconic Parliament building and Syntagma Square, Electra Rhythm Athens captures the city’s vibrant energy while offering a welcoming retreat for travelers. This stylish property features chic, thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that blend modern aesthetics with premium amenities for a comfortable stay. The hotel’s dining highlights include creative Greek and Mediterranean dishes paired with an impressive wine selection, a rooftop with breathtaking Acropolis and Lycabettus views, and a lounge bar ideal for brunches or light meals in the lively Ermou Street atmosphere. Situated on Athens’ bustling pedestrian thoroughfare, the hotel is just steps from high-end boutiques, historic landmarks like Monastiraki Square, and the Keramikos archaeological site. With 24-hour reception, concierge services, and complimentary Wi-Fi, Electra Rhythm Athens offers the perfect base for exploring the city’s rich history and dynamic charm.
SANTORINI



Aqua Luxury Suites
Perched along the dramatic caldera cliffs of Imerovigli, Aqua Luxury Suites offers an intimate retreat surrounded by Santorini’s iconic volcanic landscapes and shimmering Aegean views. The hotel’s elegant suites blend traditional Cycladic architecture with contemporary comforts, featuring whitewashed interiors, private terraces, and inviting outdoor spaces overlooking the sea. Guests can begin the day admiring the island’s breathtaking scenery, then unwind at the end of the day beside the infinity pool or enjoy the privacy of their own suite. With its serene atmosphere, romantic setting, and panoramic vistas, Aqua Luxury Suites provides a refined base for discovering Santorini’s charming villages, volcanic beaches, and unforgettable sunsets.
HERAKLION












Megaron Hotel
Supremely positioned, the Megaron Hotel stands as an exquisite landmark in the bustling heart of Heraklion's business and shopping district. Its commanding vantage point provides captivating views of the historic harbor, and its proximity to the Archaeological and Historical museums adds cultural allure. The hotel's unique architecture and contemporary interiors seamlessly fuse opulence and intimacy, creating an enduring impression. Originating in 1920, the Megaron hotel has achieved the esteemed status of a historical monument. Following a splendid transformation, it has evolved into a luxurious haven within the city, and cherished as a symbol by the locals. The hotel features 58 spacious, contemporary guestrooms and suites, each thoughtfully designed with modern flair, most rooms boast breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and the Venetian fortress, enveloping guests in moments of blissful serenity. Bask in the pleasures of the day at the invigorating open-air pool, surrounded by the panoramic beauty of the Aegean Sea and the majestic Venetian fortress, or enhance relaxation in the health club. As night falls, relish city views and signature cocktails on the rooftop terrace. The Megaron Hotel offers a unique dining experience, tantalizing taste buds with creative and contemporary dishes infused with influences from Cretan cuisine, expertly crafted using the freshest local ingredients. In the dynamic city of Heraklion, The Megaron Hotel seamlessly combines luxury and history, creating an unforgettable experience.
CHANIA





Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa
Casa Delfino is a boutique hotel set in a beautifully restored 17th-century Venetian mansion in the heart of Chania’s Old Town. With 24 uniquely designed rooms and suites, the hotel blends classical elegance with modern comfort. Unwind in the serene ambiance of the tranquil pebbled courtyard, or relax in the spa, featuring a marble steam room, oversized Jacuzzi whirlpool, and serene treatment rooms. Head up to the rooftop terrace, taking in breathtaking views of the harbor as you enjoy a glass of wine or sip on a cocktail. Casa Delfino offers an intimate escape where Venetian heritage meets contemporary elegance, inviting you to unwind in a historic setting with refined comforts.
Please note, dinner service is not available on-site, but with the hotel’s prime location in Chania’s Old Town, you’re just steps from charming tavernas and waterfront restaurants, serving authentic Cretan cuisine.
Made to Order
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see's to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you're celebrating one of life's big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we're creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
What's included
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- Regional flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated)
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver - your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What's not included
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you'd like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you've booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
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