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12 DAYS ATHENS, MYKONOS, SANTORINI AND CRETE TOUR

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12 DAYS ATHENS, MYKONOS, SANTORINI AND CRETE TOUR ITINERARY:

Day 1 - Athens - Arrival Day
Upon arrive in Athens, you will meet with our local representative at the airport and be transfered to your hotel. Once you settle in, you are free to stroll in the old Plaka district. Overnight in Athens.

Day 2 - Athens Half Day City Tour
(Breakfast included)
In the morning, after breakfast, we will pick you up from the hotel and shall start our sightseeing tour of the centre of Athens:

Panathinaikos Stadium or Panathenaic Stadium
Also known as the Kallimarmaro (i.e. the "beautifully marbled") in Athens, is the only major stadium in the world built entirely of white marble.
In ancient times, it was used to host the athletic portion of the Panathenaic Games, in honour of the Goddess Athena. During classical times, the stadium had wooden seating. It was remade in marble, by the archon Lycurgus. In 329 BC and was enlarged and renovated by Herodes Atticus. In 140 AD, to a seated capacity of 50,000. The remnants of the ancient structure were excavated and refurbished, with funds provided by Evangelis Zappas for the revival of the Olympic Games.[2] Evangelis Zappas sponsored the Olympic Games that were held there in 1870 and 1875. The stadium was refurbished a second time in 1895 for the 1896 Olympics, with completion funding provided by the Greek benefactor George Averoff whose marble statue now stands at the entrance, based on designs by architects Anastasios Metaxas and Ernst Ziller.

University, National Library and Academy
The National Library of Greece is situated near the center of city of Athens. It was designed by the Danish architect Theophil Freiherr von Hansen, as part of his famous Trilogy of neo-classical buildings including the Academy of Athens and the original building of the Athens University.
The library holds 4,500 Greek manuscripts which is one of the greatest collection of Greek scripts. There are also many chrysobulls and archives of the Greek Revolution

The Temple of Zeus and Hadrian\'s Gate
The Temple of Zeus at Olympia which was built between 472 and 456 BC, was an ancient Greek temple in Olympia, Greece, dedicated to the chief of the gods, Zeus. It was the very model of the fully-developed classical Greek temple of the Doric order. The temple stood in the most famous sanctuary of Greece, which had been dedicated to local and Pan-Hellenic deities and had probably been established towards the end of the Mycenaean period. The Altis, the enclosure with its sacred grove, open-air altars and the tumulus of Pelops, was first formed during the tenth and ninth centuries BCE, when the cult of Zeus was joined the already establish cult here of Hera

Acropolis
The Acropolis of Athens or Citadel of Athens is the best known acropolis in the world. It is the significance of the Acropolis of Athens, such as that it is commonly known as The Acropolis without qualification. The Acropolis was formally proclaimed as the pre-eminent monument on the European Cultural Heritage list of monuments on 26 March 2007. The Acropolis is a flat-topped rock that rises 150 m (490 ft) above sea level in the city of Athens, with a surface area of about 3 hectares. It was also known as Cecropia, after the legendary serpent-man, Cecrops, the first Athenian king.

Also we will visit many other mythical monuments. After the tour, you will transfer back to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the city. Overnight in Athens.

Day 3 - Athens / Mykonos
(Breakfast included)
Today you will be free until the time we pick you up from hotel to Piraeus port for embarkation to the ferry and begin our journey to Mykonos. Mykonos is the most vibrant island of Aegean with its windmills and little Venice. Mykonos (transportation with tender boats) is a Greek island and a top tourist destination, renowned for its cosmopolitan character and its intense nightlife. The island is part of the Cyclades, lying between Tinos, Syros, Paros and Naxos. It is believed that the island was named after a local hero, who is considered an offspring of the god Apollo and was worshipped locally in antiquity. Archaeological finds indicate that the Ionians settled on Mykonos in the early part of the 11th century BC. More recent discoveries have uncovered remnants in Ftelia beach from the Neolithic Kares tribe dating back to as far as 3000 BC. In Greek mythology Mykonos was the location of the battle between Zeus and the Titan, and the island was named in honor of Apollo\'s grandson Mykons. Mykonos is known for its sandy beaches.

Upon arrive Mykonos, meet with our local staff and transfer you to hotel and you will be given your room key. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 4 - Mykonos Free Day
(Breakfast included)
You can join some optional land excursion to do some treatment for relaxing yourself. Thalassotherapy bath, aromatherapy massage, aroma facial, sauna and steam bath are all recommend if you would like to relax yourself. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 5 - Mykonos Free Day
(Breakfast included)
Today is leisure. Enjoy your relax life in Mykonos, do some little shopping. The nightlife of Mykonos is marketed as among the best in Europe. Mykonos also attracts famous DJs to its renowned clubs and beach bars. Mykonos nightlife focuses mainly on bars rather than clubs, yet a number of notable clubs can be found throughout the island. Enjoy your last night in Mykonos. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 6 - Mykonos / Santorini
(Breakfast included)
Today you will be free until the time we pick you up from hotel to the port for embarkation to the ferry and begin our journey to Santorini. Santorini (transportation with tender boats) is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the southern Aegean Sea. At 17:00 we will arrive just in time to see one of the worlds most magnificence sunset. The largest island is known as Thera, forming the southernmost member of the Cyclades group of islands. Santorini is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion, destroying the earliest settlements on what was formerly a single island, and leading to the creation of the current geological caldera. Excavations starting in 1967 at the site called Akrotiri under the late Professor Spyridon Marinatos have made Thera the best-known "Minoan" site outside of Crete, the homeland of the culture. The island remains the home of a small, but flourishing, wine industry, based on the indigenous grape variety, Assyrtiko, with auxiliary cultivations of two other Aegean varietals, Athiri and Aidani

Upon arrive Santorini, meet with our local staff and transfer you to hotel and you will be given your room key. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city. Overnight in Santorini.

Day 7 - Santorini Free Day
(Breakfast included)
Days off on the magical island of Santorini, believed by many to be the Lost Continent of Atlantis. Enjoy a sailboat ride which is included in the package, visit the small islands of Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni located inside the caldera and the hot springs with green and yellow waters.The capital of Fira is located on the highest part of the island, is a town with whitewashed houses, narrow streets, outdoor cafes and beautiful shops. Overnight in Santorini.

Day 8 - Santorini Free Day
(Breakfast included)
Today is yours, you need not to wake up early. You can enjoy the surroundings and might have little shopping. Or spend sometimes in outdoor cafes enjoy the sunshine with your friends. Enjoy your last day in Santorini. Overnight in Santorini.

Day 9 - Santorini / Crete
(Breakfast included)
Today you will be free until the time we pick you up from hotel to the port for embarkation to the ferry and begin our journey to Heraklion / Crete. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Crete was the centre of the Minoan civilization (circa 2600-1454 BC), the oldest Greek civilization. The island is the location of significant ancient history, which provides popular modern day tourist destinations. They include the Minoan sites of Knossos and Phaistos, the classical site of Gortys, the Venetian old city and port of Chania, the Venetian castle at Rethymno and the Samaria Gorge. For centuries Crete has held intact its own distinctive rich and proud culture. Cretan Greek has been maintained as the spoken dialect, and Cretan wine is a traditional drink. The island is known for its music, and it has many indigenous dances, the most noted of which is probably the Pentozali. Crete is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece.

Upon arrive Heraklion / Crete, meet with our local staff and transfer you to hotel and you will be given your room key. You can enjoy your last night in Athens. Overnight in Crete.

Day 10 - Crete Free Day
(Breakfast included)
Today is yours, you need not to wake up early, you can explore this beautiful island. The cities of Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, Rethymno, Chania, Elounda and the Samaria Gorge, are only part of the attractions of Crete. Archaeological treasures, magnificent ruins and museums, splendid beaches and fabulous restaurants make Crete a complete vacation. Overnight in Crete.

Day 11 - Crete / Athens
(Breakfast included)
Today you will be free until the time we pick you up from hotel to the airport for your flight fly back Athens.

Upon arrive Athens, meet with our local staff and check in to Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel and you will be given your room key. At the rest of the day you can enjoy your last night in Athens. Overnight in Athens.

Day 12 - Athens - End of the Tour
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from your hotel and check in your flight regarding your flight departure time. We hope your cruise was a memorable one and we would like to see you in future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing Turkey Travel Bazaar.



12 DAYS ATHENS, MYKONOS, SANTORINI AND CRETE TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Airport transfer from Athens airport to hotel
  • Accommodation in a double room with breakfast in Athens
  • Accommodation in a double room with breakfast in Mykonos
  • Accommodation in a double room with breakfast in Santorini
  • Accommodation in a double room with breakfast in Heraklion / Crete
  • Guided half day Athens Sightseeing
  • Ferry ticket from Athens to Mykonos in economy class
  • Hydrofoil ticket from Mykonos to Santorini on economy class
  • Hydrofoil ticket from Santorini to Heraklion on economy class
  • Flight ticket from Heraklion to Athens
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • All entrance fees to Acropolis site and museum
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

 

 

 

12 DAYS ATHENS MYKONOS SANTORINI AND CRETE TOUR PRICES IN EURO:
 
Per Person
Shared Double
Single
€ 1189.00
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€ 1325.00
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€ 1699.00
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