Dreams of Greece: 12 Days in Athens and the Cycladic Islands
Experience the Aegean and Athenian beauty of Greece on this 12-day tour of ancient Athens and the Cycladic Islands of Naxos, Paros, and Milos.
Greece
12 days / 11 nights
$3,750 /person
$3,750 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Adventuring through antiquity on a guided visit to the relics and ruins of the Acropolis
Cruising on a catamaran to the saturated blue waters of Galazia Nera
Witnessing an ethereal Naxos sunset from the iconic Portara gate
Biking amid ethereal olive groves and the serene seascapes of Naxos
Finding paradise in Paros at the Blue Lagoon, Tripiti Cave, and Faraggas Bay
Welcome to Greece!
Ancient Athens and the Acropolis
Onward to Naxos!
Biking Through Olive Groves and Feasting at Farms
The Venetian Castle, Old Town Food Market, and Portara Sunset
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Paros: Traditional Greek Culture With a Cosmopolitan Twist
Perfection in Paros: Village Culture and Family-Made Cuisine
The Blue Lagoon, Tripiti Cave, and Faraggas Bay
Volcanic Beaches and Fishing Villages of Milos
Boating, Swimming, and Snorkeling: Unspoiled Beauty in Milos
The Seaside Haven of Pollonia
Εις το επανειδίν — Until the Next Time!
Onward to Naxos!
Overview
After two fascinating and fun days in Athens, it's time to travel onward to your next destination. This morning, you'll meet your driver outside your hotel for a short transfer to the port. Here, you'll embark on a scenic, roughly four-hour ferry journey that will lead you through the sea, toward the first of your trip's enthralling Greek Islands. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the water before disembarking in Naxos, where you'll stay for the next three nights. Once you transfer to your waterfront hotel, the remainder of the day is entirely yours to enjoy the island's innumerable beaches or walk the Old Town's maze of white-washed stone alleyways. Regardless of how you spend the day, seize the evening by dining al fresco, as platters of seafood mezze enhance the island's laidback vibe. Come nightfall, you can further lean in to your picturesque location by hopping between beach bars or nursing a glass of Kitron liquor on your waterfront balcony.
Highlights
Naxos
As the largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos promises a plethora of sandy beaches, which bear crystal-clear waters and soft sands. Whether you’re looking for a lively atmosphere with bars and water sports or a secluded spot to relax, Naxos accommodates any and all adventures — the ultimate introduction to the Greek islands.
Agios Prokopios Beach
Embrace the spirit and seascape of Naxos by heading straight from your hotel to one of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the entire island. A long stretch of golden sand and calm, turquoise waters, Agios Prokopios Beach offers ample opportunities for relaxation and adventure alike. You'll find sunbeds, umbrellas, and water sports facilities, as well as a lively atmosphere of beach bars, tavernas, and shops.
Plaka Beach
The pinnacle of quiet luxury, Plaka Beach presents yet another swimming option for this afternoon. As one of the longest beaches on Naxos, Plaka combines fine white sand with transparent waters, perfect for taking a quick dip ... or floating all afternoon. Compared to Agios Prokopios, this beach exudes a more relaxed vibe, with plenty of space to lay a towel on the sand. Plaka likewise appeals to naturalists, so you may glimpse the island's biodiversity as you take to the water.
Accommodations
Melidron Hotel and Suites (or similar)
Melidron Luxury Suites, a boutique hotel in Naxos, combines modern elegance with Cycladic charm. Just a short walk from Agios Prokopios Beach — one of the island’s most stunning sandy shores — the property provides a serene escape while keeping guests close to the island’s main attractions. Enjoy the waterfront view from your comfortable suite, and bask in the luxuries of this beloved, idiosyncratic Greek oasis.
Location:
Agios Prokopios 843 00
Phone:
+302285044216
Transportation
Meet your driver for your transfer from your Athens hotel to the port of Piraeus. The drive takes around 30 minutes.
Athens, Neoma Hotel (or similar)
Port of Piraeus
You'll be transferred from the port of Naxos to your hotel. The drive takes around 15 minutes.
Port of Naxos
Naxos, Melidron Hotel and Suites (or similar)
How it works
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Book your trip
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Roadbook with local tips and expert recommendations
- 24/7 on-the-ground support
- On-trip concierge service
- Personalized trip crafting
- COVID entry and exit information and assistance
- All private transfers from and to the airport, port, and hotels
- Accommodations in Athens for two nights
- Accommodations in Naxos for three nights
- Accommodations in Paros for three nights
- Accommodations in Milos for three nights
- All ferry tickets, economy class
- Domestic economy class flights between Milos and Athens
- Acropolis tickets and tour with English speaking guide
- Guided Naxos bike tour
- Guided Naxos town food tour
- Private tour of Paros with local expert guide
- Full-day catamaran cruise from Milos to Poliegos
- All other tours, experiences, meals, and activities mentioned in the itinerary
Not included in the final price
- International arrival and departure flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Hotel local taxes (paid locally, approximately €6 to €10 per room/night)
- Anything else not mentioned or listed as optional in the itinerary