Friends Celebrating in Greece
September 4-12 2025
Day One
Athens
September 4
Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. In this famous city, your journey begins. Your private driver will whisk you from the airport to your central hotel.
Your hotel is located near the New Acropolis Museum, rated one of the finest museums in the world (including awards for its unique architecture) with spectacular views of the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
You owe it to yourself to take your time visiting the museum and then make your way back to your hotel to sit and gaze up at the Acropolis from the roof-top bar.
We have recommendations for some excellent restaurants, some with Acropolis views.
Includes-Private driver transfer from the airport to your starting hotel / The New Acropolis Museum timed skip-the-line tickets / Dinner Recommendations/ Hotel with Acropolis View from Roof-top Bar and Jacuzzi/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Athens
Athens
September 4
Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. In this famous city, your journey begins. Your private driver will whisk you from the airport to your central hotel.
Your hotel is located near the New Acropolis Museum, rated one of the finest museums in the world (including awards for its unique architecture) with spectacular views of the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
You owe it to yourself to take your time visiting the museum and then make your way back to your hotel to sit and gaze up at the Acropolis from the roof-top bar.
We have recommendations for some excellent restaurants, some with Acropolis views.
Includes-Private driver transfer from the airport to your starting hotel / The New Acropolis Museum timed skip-the-line tickets / Dinner Recommendations/ Hotel with Acropolis View from Roof-top Bar and Jacuzzi/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Athens
Day Two
Athens
September 5
You are up early this morning for your self-guided walking tour of downtown Athens ( It is our favourite walk and we will give you all the details!). This walk takes you to Syntagma Square to see the changing of the guard and also into the 1st Modern Olympic Stadium where you can 'participate' and stand on the winners podium. Next we will let you in on our favorite foodie walk, where you will experience the central Athens food market. We can also arrange for a charcuterie sampling at our favorite place, and afterwards suggest the best place for a Greek coffee.
Be ready in the afternoon, as you meet your private guide, with timed skip-the-line tickets, who will take you up the rolling grounds of the Acropolis. You will make your way up to the "historic rock” to take in a wonder of ancient architecture, the Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your way up, you will stop at the ancient theatre to Dionyssis, where many archeologists believe that theatre began. You and your guide will explore these monument dating from 447 B.C., including sweeping views of Athens.
After your tour, you can walk through the Ancient Agora and end up in the winding streets of Monastiraki, one of the oldest shopping markets of Athens.
We will have several dinner recommendations for you tonight for a special meal together.
Includes- Breakfast/ Self guided walking tour of downtown Athens/ Self guided walking tour of Athens Central Market and the surrounding foodie scene/ Charcuterie sampling/ Guide and entrance to the Acropolis with skip-the-line-tickets/ Walk Old Athens Market (non-food) -self guided / Dinner Recommendations / 24-7 Contact With The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/ Overnight Athens
Athens
September 5
You are up early this morning for your self-guided walking tour of downtown Athens ( It is our favourite walk and we will give you all the details!). This walk takes you to Syntagma Square to see the changing of the guard and also into the 1st Modern Olympic Stadium where you can 'participate' and stand on the winners podium. Next we will let you in on our favorite foodie walk, where you will experience the central Athens food market. We can also arrange for a charcuterie sampling at our favorite place, and afterwards suggest the best place for a Greek coffee.
Be ready in the afternoon, as you meet your private guide, with timed skip-the-line tickets, who will take you up the rolling grounds of the Acropolis. You will make your way up to the "historic rock” to take in a wonder of ancient architecture, the Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your way up, you will stop at the ancient theatre to Dionyssis, where many archeologists believe that theatre began. You and your guide will explore these monument dating from 447 B.C., including sweeping views of Athens.
After your tour, you can walk through the Ancient Agora and end up in the winding streets of Monastiraki, one of the oldest shopping markets of Athens.
We will have several dinner recommendations for you tonight for a special meal together.
Includes- Breakfast/ Self guided walking tour of downtown Athens/ Self guided walking tour of Athens Central Market and the surrounding foodie scene/ Charcuterie sampling/ Guide and entrance to the Acropolis with skip-the-line-tickets/ Walk Old Athens Market (non-food) -self guided / Dinner Recommendations / 24-7 Contact With The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/ Overnight Athens
Day Three
September 6
Island of Paros
You are up early to catch your ferry to the whitewashed island of Paros. A private driver will arrive at your Athens hotel to take you to the port of Athens, Piraeus. We will get you 1st class tickets ( business class is what they call it here), but you can wander the decks of the ship. There is coffee, drink and food onboard that you can partake in as you 'sail' the Aegean. You will arrive mid morning and a private driver will be on hand to take you from the port of Paros, to the village of Naoussa, considered one of the best on the island.
After check in, be sure to head to the nearby beach where you can enjoy a dip in the sea.
Later, you can walk into town and enjoy the lovely scene there. We love the one-of-a-kind shops ( by local artists ) and cocktail bars. Later you can enjoy dinner at any one of the lovely spots we have to recommend.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transfer from your Athens hotel to the port/ Business Class ferry tickets Athens to Paros/ Private driver transfer from the port of Paros to your hotel/ Complete instructions on what to see and where to go this afternoon/ Dinner Recommendations/ 24-7 Contact With The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel with sea views-within walking distance to town / Overnight the Island of Paros
September 6
Island of Paros
You are up early to catch your ferry to the whitewashed island of Paros. A private driver will arrive at your Athens hotel to take you to the port of Athens, Piraeus. We will get you 1st class tickets ( business class is what they call it here), but you can wander the decks of the ship. There is coffee, drink and food onboard that you can partake in as you 'sail' the Aegean. You will arrive mid morning and a private driver will be on hand to take you from the port of Paros, to the village of Naoussa, considered one of the best on the island.
After check in, be sure to head to the nearby beach where you can enjoy a dip in the sea.
Later, you can walk into town and enjoy the lovely scene there. We love the one-of-a-kind shops ( by local artists ) and cocktail bars. Later you can enjoy dinner at any one of the lovely spots we have to recommend.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transfer from your Athens hotel to the port/ Business Class ferry tickets Athens to Paros/ Private driver transfer from the port of Paros to your hotel/ Complete instructions on what to see and where to go this afternoon/ Dinner Recommendations/ 24-7 Contact With The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel with sea views-within walking distance to town / Overnight the Island of Paros
Day Four
September 7
Island of Paros
Today we will have a rental car at your disposal for a trip around Paros. We have a great day planned for you. Fishing village for coffee in the morning, a stop off at a beach or two mid-day and some mountain villages for a late lunch. We will be ready to help you, but the day is yours! We can even suggest a quick stop off at the marble mines where they mined the marble that was used to carve the Venus De Milo (found on the nearby island of Milos) now in the Louvre in Paris.
Later, you can even visit the capital town of Pariokia for a stop at the famous Church of Paraportiani (the church of the one hundred gates). There is plenty to see and do in the capital, including some one-of-a-kind stores.
You can return to the hotel and enjoy a drink before heading into town. We can recommend some great tavernas to choose from for your dinner.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental Car / Complete itinerary for a day out on Paros / Hilltop villages/ Fishing Villages/ Beach Time/ Dinner Recommendations/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel with sea views-within walking distance to town/ Overnight Island of Paros
September 7
Island of Paros
Today we will have a rental car at your disposal for a trip around Paros. We have a great day planned for you. Fishing village for coffee in the morning, a stop off at a beach or two mid-day and some mountain villages for a late lunch. We will be ready to help you, but the day is yours! We can even suggest a quick stop off at the marble mines where they mined the marble that was used to carve the Venus De Milo (found on the nearby island of Milos) now in the Louvre in Paris.
Later, you can even visit the capital town of Pariokia for a stop at the famous Church of Paraportiani (the church of the one hundred gates). There is plenty to see and do in the capital, including some one-of-a-kind stores.
You can return to the hotel and enjoy a drink before heading into town. We can recommend some great tavernas to choose from for your dinner.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental Car / Complete itinerary for a day out on Paros / Hilltop villages/ Fishing Villages/ Beach Time/ Dinner Recommendations/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel with sea views-within walking distance to town/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Five
September 8
Island of Paros
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you look out over the blue sea and islands in the distance.
You can have a wonderful morning continuing to explore the villages and catch up on seaside coffee and wonderful pastry shops.
Lunch at our favorite place in town for the best souvlaki (giros) on the island.
Or maybe today is the day for a catamaran trip out and about? They will have plenty of drinks and food aboard your boat for a 1/2 day sail over to Antiparos and distant secluded beaches. We will have kept an eye on the weather and help you book, directly, the best captain and boat. Most boats offer shared or private cruises. We will help you make the best choice.
Be ready in the late afternoon for your cooking class. You will be hosted by a local who will teach you traditional specialties and then afterwards you will dine on what you prepared and enjoy your meal along with local wines.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental car*/ Lunch recommendation for your day out and about/ Catamaran cruise can be arrange-cost on you- we can help arrange that in the days ahead as it is weather dependant/ Cooking class-can be arranged, cost on you/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Paros
* We can extend your rental car one more day if you would like- no charge
September 8
Island of Paros
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you look out over the blue sea and islands in the distance.
You can have a wonderful morning continuing to explore the villages and catch up on seaside coffee and wonderful pastry shops.
Lunch at our favorite place in town for the best souvlaki (giros) on the island.
Or maybe today is the day for a catamaran trip out and about? They will have plenty of drinks and food aboard your boat for a 1/2 day sail over to Antiparos and distant secluded beaches. We will have kept an eye on the weather and help you book, directly, the best captain and boat. Most boats offer shared or private cruises. We will help you make the best choice.
Be ready in the late afternoon for your cooking class. You will be hosted by a local who will teach you traditional specialties and then afterwards you will dine on what you prepared and enjoy your meal along with local wines.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental car*/ Lunch recommendation for your day out and about/ Catamaran cruise can be arrange-cost on you- we can help arrange that in the days ahead as it is weather dependant/ Cooking class-can be arranged, cost on you/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Paros
* We can extend your rental car one more day if you would like- no charge
Day Six
September 9
Santorini
You are off to the magnificent island of Santorini this morning. A private driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the port of Paros. We will have business class tickets for you as you enjoy your three hour ferry to Santorini. Be sure to be up on the deck, as you sail into the caldera. You can see the whitewashed houses clinging to the cliffs as you glide into the middle of the island.
After you get checked in, you might want to do the caldera walk from Oia to Fira. There are stunning views on the way, including some colorful churches. Lava beds stretch in front of you with the sea color of the caldera adding to the beauty.
You will arrive in Fira, where you can peek into the Prehistoric Museum of Fira, one of our favorite museums (small and to the point :), that depicts how advanced the civilization was here before the eruption in 1650 BC that destroyed most of the island. Amazing artifacts, depictions of three story houses and colorful frescoes will greet you. Many experts think that the lost civilization of Atlantis was, indeed, here.
You can make your way back to your hotel in the afternoon. There you can sip some wine poolside, while taking in the breathtaking views.
Later we will have recommendations for dinner together. We will help you choose your best spot, with Caldera views or traditional tavernas in wonderful courtyards.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private transfer from your hotel on Paros to the port/ Business class ferry tickets/ Private driver pick up from the port of Santorini to your hotel/ Caldera walk-self guided with our help/ The village of Fira/ The prehistoric museum of Fira/ Lunch and dinner recommendations / 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Santorini
September 9
Santorini
You are off to the magnificent island of Santorini this morning. A private driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the port of Paros. We will have business class tickets for you as you enjoy your three hour ferry to Santorini. Be sure to be up on the deck, as you sail into the caldera. You can see the whitewashed houses clinging to the cliffs as you glide into the middle of the island.
After you get checked in, you might want to do the caldera walk from Oia to Fira. There are stunning views on the way, including some colorful churches. Lava beds stretch in front of you with the sea color of the caldera adding to the beauty.
You will arrive in Fira, where you can peek into the Prehistoric Museum of Fira, one of our favorite museums (small and to the point :), that depicts how advanced the civilization was here before the eruption in 1650 BC that destroyed most of the island. Amazing artifacts, depictions of three story houses and colorful frescoes will greet you. Many experts think that the lost civilization of Atlantis was, indeed, here.
You can make your way back to your hotel in the afternoon. There you can sip some wine poolside, while taking in the breathtaking views.
Later we will have recommendations for dinner together. We will help you choose your best spot, with Caldera views or traditional tavernas in wonderful courtyards.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private transfer from your hotel on Paros to the port/ Business class ferry tickets/ Private driver pick up from the port of Santorini to your hotel/ Caldera walk-self guided with our help/ The village of Fira/ The prehistoric museum of Fira/ Lunch and dinner recommendations / 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Santorini
Day Seven
September 10
Santorini
You can enjoy the sea views from the balcony of your hotel as you sip your coffee while having breakfast at your leisure.
Today you have choices on what to do. Can we suggest?-
We can help you schedule a 1/2 day catamaran tour where they will take you to beaches and around the volcano. Plentiful drinks and food will be available onboard as you cruise around.
Later in the afternoon, you can have a private driver that will take you on a wine tour of several wineries on the island so that you can learn first hand the complexities of Santorini's famous wines with an extended taste testing.
In the evening, be sure to share some drinks on your balcony as you watch the sunset on another lovely day.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental car*- we originally put this here-but we can move it to another day / Private driver & wine tasting/ Lunch recommendation for your day out and about/ Catamaran cruise can be arrange-cost on you- we can help arrange that in the days ahead as it is weather dependant/ Cooking class-can be arranged, cost on you/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Santorini
*If you do another activity and do not use the car rental today, we can move it to another day-no worries*
September 10
Santorini
You can enjoy the sea views from the balcony of your hotel as you sip your coffee while having breakfast at your leisure.
Today you have choices on what to do. Can we suggest?-
We can help you schedule a 1/2 day catamaran tour where they will take you to beaches and around the volcano. Plentiful drinks and food will be available onboard as you cruise around.
Later in the afternoon, you can have a private driver that will take you on a wine tour of several wineries on the island so that you can learn first hand the complexities of Santorini's famous wines with an extended taste testing.
In the evening, be sure to share some drinks on your balcony as you watch the sunset on another lovely day.
Includes-Breakfast/ Rental car*- we originally put this here-but we can move it to another day / Private driver & wine tasting/ Lunch recommendation for your day out and about/ Catamaran cruise can be arrange-cost on you- we can help arrange that in the days ahead as it is weather dependant/ Cooking class-can be arranged, cost on you/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odysseys/ Centrally Located Boutique Hotel/ Overnight Santorini
*If you do another activity and do not use the car rental today, we can move it to another day-no worries*
Day Eight
September 11
Santorini is lovely in the morning! A walk along the caldera or an early morning coffee while you watch the sunrise? It is up to you!
You will check out around noon, but you can leave your bags at the reception and visit some more spots on the island. Maybe you would want a rental car, today? Or maybe today is the day to do your catamaran cruise?
Either way your hotel has restroom and shower facilities that you can use at your leisure.
Be ready in the late afternoon, for your flight back to Athens. A private driver will pick you up at your hotel on Santorini and take you to the airport. Your flight will be 45 minutes back to Athens. Your hotel is near Athens airport and provides a free shuttle.
You may have dinner tonight at your hotel or we can suggest a nearby port that will have plenty of tavernas, seaside. Your choice.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private driver pick up from hotel to airport / Flight back to Athens/ Recommendations for dinner/ Hotel near Athens Airport/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odyssey/ Overnight near Athens Airport
September 11
Santorini is lovely in the morning! A walk along the caldera or an early morning coffee while you watch the sunrise? It is up to you!
You will check out around noon, but you can leave your bags at the reception and visit some more spots on the island. Maybe you would want a rental car, today? Or maybe today is the day to do your catamaran cruise?
Either way your hotel has restroom and shower facilities that you can use at your leisure.
Be ready in the late afternoon, for your flight back to Athens. A private driver will pick you up at your hotel on Santorini and take you to the airport. Your flight will be 45 minutes back to Athens. Your hotel is near Athens airport and provides a free shuttle.
You may have dinner tonight at your hotel or we can suggest a nearby port that will have plenty of tavernas, seaside. Your choice.
Includes- Breakfast/ Private driver pick up from hotel to airport / Flight back to Athens/ Recommendations for dinner/ Hotel near Athens Airport/ 24-7 contact with The Olive Odyssey/ Overnight near Athens Airport
Day Nine
September 12
Your hotel has a shuttle to the airport for your flight and return to the US.
Includes- Breakfast (if your flight does not leave too early for regular hotel breakfast times)
September 12
Your hotel has a shuttle to the airport for your flight and return to the US.
Includes- Breakfast (if your flight does not leave too early for regular hotel breakfast times)
What is included?
The Acropolis UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)
The Parthenon UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)
Private tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon with skip-the-line tickets
The New Acropolis Museum with skip-the-line tickets
Plaka and Monastiraki area of Athens
Self guided walk of downtown Athens including markets
Island of Paros
Island of Santorini
Visit to an award-winning winery
Island Villages
Seaside Cafes and Tavernas
The Prehistoric Museum, Santorini
Caldera Walk
Plus!
6 Private driver pick ups
2 business class ferry rides (Athens to Paros and Paros to Santorini)
1 flight (Santorini to Athens)
Car rental Paros (1 day)
Car rental Santorini (1 day)
Boutique/ Resort hotels- quiet but right in the action
8 full breakfasts
Lunch and dinner recommendation plus reservation when wanted
Flight check in and boarding passes
Ferry check in and boarding passes
Hotel check ins
24-7 contact with your trip planner
The Acropolis UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)
The Parthenon UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)
Private tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon with skip-the-line tickets
The New Acropolis Museum with skip-the-line tickets
Plaka and Monastiraki area of Athens
Self guided walk of downtown Athens including markets
Island of Paros
Island of Santorini
Visit to an award-winning winery
Island Villages
Seaside Cafes and Tavernas
The Prehistoric Museum, Santorini
Caldera Walk
Plus!
6 Private driver pick ups
2 business class ferry rides (Athens to Paros and Paros to Santorini)
1 flight (Santorini to Athens)
Car rental Paros (1 day)
Car rental Santorini (1 day)
Boutique/ Resort hotels- quiet but right in the action
8 full breakfasts
Lunch and dinner recommendation plus reservation when wanted
Flight check in and boarding passes
Ferry check in and boarding passes
Hotel check ins
24-7 contact with your trip planner
Price-
from $7290 per person
This tour is sold out
The above rate is for double occupancy.
If you would like to do this tour with Patricia & Manolis a minimum of 8 participants is needed.
from $7290 per person
This tour is sold out
The above rate is for double occupancy.
If you would like to do this tour with Patricia & Manolis a minimum of 8 participants is needed.
What Is Not Included?
International airfare to and from the start and end of your tour
Trip Insurance
Communication costs, vaccinations, any additional activities not included in your tour, and transfer or shuttle costs incurred with activities not listed in your tour.
Overnight/ environmental/ city tax-It differs between hotels and location
but it is generally 5-7 euros per night per room please pay this at check out
International airfare to and from the start and end of your tour
Trip Insurance
Communication costs, vaccinations, any additional activities not included in your tour, and transfer or shuttle costs incurred with activities not listed in your tour.
Overnight/ environmental/ city tax-It differs between hotels and location
but it is generally 5-7 euros per night per room please pay this at check out
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