Athens and Fira 8-Day Cultural Tour with French Guide
Why we love it?
Inclusions
- Operated with a French-speaking, licensed tour guide Day 2-6
- 7 nights’ accommodation
- 7 Breakfasts
- 3 Lunches (Days 2, 3, 5)
- 3 Dinners (Days 1, 6, 7)
- Arrival shared transfer from Athens Airport to the hotel in the Athens area (Day 1)
- Departure shared transfer from the hotel to Athens Airport (Day 8)
- Shared transportation in an air-conditioned bus throughout the tour
- Ferry ticket (economy class) from Piraeus to Paros Island (Day 2)
- Ferry ticket (economy class) from Paros Island to Santorini Island (Day 5)
- Ferry ticket (economy class) from Santorini Island to Piraeus/ Athens (Day 7)
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Athens half-day sightseeing tour incl. visit of Acropolis and audio headset (Day 2); Paros Island tour incl. Archaeological Museum in Paros and Panagia Ekantotalyliaki Church Whisper (Day 3); Cruise to Delos & Mykonos Island (Day 4); visit of Fira and Oia (Day 5); Volcanic Island Cruise incl. entrance fee at Volcano (Day 6)
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Eleftherios International Airport
Exclusions
- Visa fees
- Domestic and international flights
- Drinks or meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional tours (if any)
- Drinks during all the meals
- Climate Change Resilience Fee. Clients will have to pay the TAX on the spot at the hotels.
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program: alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any), for ex. drinks during the meals/lunch and dinner
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVAL ATHENS
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Arrival at Athens International Airport
Arrival at Athens International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Check-in and time at leisure to relax after your journey.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 2
ATHENS – ISLAND OF PAROS (5.5hrs, by ferry)
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This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Athens
This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Athens. Discover the highlights of the ancient city, including the Acropolis. The tour includes a panoramic drive through the city centre, passing Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On the way to the Acropolis, you will see Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and make a short stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. At the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the iconic Parthenon. Lunch will be served in a local tavern in Plaka. After lunch, transfer to the port of Piraeus to board the ferry to Paros. Upon arrival at Paros Port, transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Paros.
Day 3
PAROS: ISLAND TOUR
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Begin the day with a visit to Paroikia, the capital of Paros
Begin the day with a visit to Paroikia, the capital of Paros. Walk through the old town, visiting the castle area and the Church of Saints Constantine and Helen, one of the most scenic spots in town. Continue with a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Paros, located in Paroikia, showcasing artifacts from the Neolithic period to Roman times. Next, visit Panagia Ekatontapyliani, one of the oldest and most important churches in Greece, built around 400 AD and known as the Church of One Hundred Gates. Continue along the southern coast of the island, passing through the villages of Alyki and Drios, before reaching Piso Livadi, where you will enjoy a break and some free time for swimming. Later, visit Lefkes, the former capital of Paros, built amphitheatrically at an altitude of 250 metres in the centre of the island, surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and pine forests. The tour concludes in Naoussa, a picturesque fishing village famous for its charming harbour and colourful fishing boats. Enjoy a short walk through its narrow streets and along the port.
Overnight in Paros.
Day 4
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Join a shared excursion combining the historical importance of Delos with the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Mykonos. Transfer from your accommodation or a nearby pick-up point to the port of Naoussa. The boat departs at 09:30 and arrives at Delos at 10:30, where you will have approximately three hours to explore the island. Discover the ancient sanctuary of Apollo, the famous Lions, the theatre, the House of the Naxians, the Temple of Leto and the local museum, all highlighting the island’s great archaeological significance. At 13:15, sail to Mykonos, arriving at the old port at 13:30. You will have free time to explore the island, stroll through its narrow streets, admire the windmills and Little Venice, and experience its unique Cycladic architecture. Departure from Mykonos is at 17:00, with arrival back at the port of Naoussa at 18:10, followed by transfer to your hotel or a nearby drop-off point.
Overnight in Paros.
Day 5
PAROS – SANTORINI (3.5hrs, be ferry)
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After breakfast, transfer to the port of Paros and board the ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival at the port, transfer to your hotel for check-in. In the early afternoon, visit Fira and Oia, the two most iconic towns of Santorini, both perched on the caldera cliffs and offering spectacular views. Enjoy free time in Oia and experience its world-famous sunset.
Overnight in Santorini.
Day 6
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Enjoy a shared cruise around the volcanic islands of Santorini’s caldera aboard a traditional Greek boat. Sail first to Nea Kameni and follow a guided walking path up to the crater of the still-active volcano, enjoying panoramic views of the island. Continue to Palea Kameni, known for its hot springs, where you can swim in the green sulphur thermal waters. The cruise continues to the traditional island of Thirassia, where you will have free time at the small port or the option to walk up to the village of Manolas via winding stairs.
Overnight in Santorini.
Day 7
SANTORINI – ATHENS (7hrs, by ferry)
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After breakfast, transfer to the port of Santorini to board the ferry to Piraeus. Upon arrival at Piraeus port, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for leisure.
Overnight in Athens.
Day 8
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After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Athens International Airport for your departure flight.
Please Note
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- In the museums and archaeological sites, video recordings are possible at an extra cost
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start




