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Join your guide, Melaine Granados owner of Fuga Travel
on this twelve-day journey of not only the highlights of Greece,
but the hard-to-find spots that most travelers never see.
Starting in Athens, the birthplace of democracy
and ending on the breathtaking island of Santorini-truly a trip to remember.
on this twelve-day journey of not only the highlights of Greece,
but the hard-to-find spots that most travelers never see.
Starting in Athens, the birthplace of democracy
and ending on the breathtaking island of Santorini-truly a trip to remember.
Day One May 19
We take off for our Greece adventure as we board our flight together. Auspicious monuments, sparkling blue seas, fantastic food, and so much more await us!
We take off for our Greece adventure as we board our flight together. Auspicious monuments, sparkling blue seas, fantastic food, and so much more await us!
Day Two May 20
Athens
Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. In this famous city our journey begins. Our 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 our hotel to sit and gaze up at the Acropolis from the roof-top bar.
Leave some time for a short rest before joining us later for a drink and introductions. We have planned a special first night dinner at a nearby taverna.
Includes-Welcome Drink/ The New Acropolis Museum/ Dinner together/ Hotel with Acropolis view from Roof-top bar and Jacuzzi/UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/Overnight Athens.
Athens
Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. In this famous city our journey begins. Our 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 our hotel to sit and gaze up at the Acropolis from the roof-top bar.
Leave some time for a short rest before joining us later for a drink and introductions. We have planned a special first night dinner at a nearby taverna.
Includes-Welcome Drink/ The New Acropolis Museum/ Dinner together/ Hotel with Acropolis view from Roof-top bar and Jacuzzi/UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis)/Overnight Athens.
Day Three May 21
Athens
We are up early this morning as we take a walk in the rolling grounds surrounding the Acropolis. We will make our way up to the "historic rock” to take in a wonder of ancient architecture, the Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take all the time you need to explore this monument dating from 447 B.C., including sweeping views of Athens. We will walk together through the Ancient Agora and end up in the winding streets of Monastiraki, one of the oldest markets of Athens. Lunch is on your own, but we can recommend some of the best souvlaki that Athens has to offer.
In the afternoon, there will be plenty to do, go to the National Archeology museum, shop the boutiques, or just sit at a sidewalk cafe and enjoy your time.
Dinner is on your own with recommendations from us.
Includes-Breakfast/Entrance fee Acropolis & Agora/ Walk / UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis).
Athens
We are up early this morning as we take a walk in the rolling grounds surrounding the Acropolis. We will make our way up to the "historic rock” to take in a wonder of ancient architecture, the Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take all the time you need to explore this monument dating from 447 B.C., including sweeping views of Athens. We will walk together through the Ancient Agora and end up in the winding streets of Monastiraki, one of the oldest markets of Athens. Lunch is on your own, but we can recommend some of the best souvlaki that Athens has to offer.
In the afternoon, there will be plenty to do, go to the National Archeology museum, shop the boutiques, or just sit at a sidewalk cafe and enjoy your time.
Dinner is on your own with recommendations from us.
Includes-Breakfast/Entrance fee Acropolis & Agora/ Walk / UNESCO World Heritage Site (Acropolis).
Day Four May 22
We take off by ferry to Paros
No need to pack your bags, as we will leave after breakfast, by hydrofoil for a day trip to the lovely island of Hydra. There are no roads and no cars on Hydra, which has enabled this island to maintain its traditional character, with neoclassical houses amphitheater-like, sweeping up and around the port.
A walk is in order as we take in the highlights this island has to offer, including a tour of the traditional 'captain's house'. We will have lunch together sampling the local fare. We are back on board our ferry in the afternoon to return to Poros. Dinner is on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
Includes-Breakfast/Walking Tour of Hydra/ Entrance Fee and Tour of Traditional Captains House/ Lunch/ Ferry to and From Hydra/ Overnight Island of Poros.
We take off by ferry to Paros
No need to pack your bags, as we will leave after breakfast, by hydrofoil for a day trip to the lovely island of Hydra. There are no roads and no cars on Hydra, which has enabled this island to maintain its traditional character, with neoclassical houses amphitheater-like, sweeping up and around the port.
A walk is in order as we take in the highlights this island has to offer, including a tour of the traditional 'captain's house'. We will have lunch together sampling the local fare. We are back on board our ferry in the afternoon to return to Poros. Dinner is on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
Includes-Breakfast/Walking Tour of Hydra/ Entrance Fee and Tour of Traditional Captains House/ Lunch/ Ferry to and From Hydra/ Overnight Island of Poros.
Day Five
May 23
Paros
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
May 23
Paros
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Six
May 24
Naxos
Today we visit Mycenae, the mythical home of King Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. It was here where the explorer Heinrich Schliemann believed he had found the mask of Agamemnon. The approach takes us through low lying hills and valleys studded with shining olive groves- but once there, beehive tombs and cyclopean walls await us. After touring the grounds and the museum, we will make our way to Nemea, where Hercules was put to one of his labors, slaying the Nemean Lion.
We will tour the grounds, which once held games that rivaled those at Olympia. Afterward we will stop at an award winning winery to taste test their best wines. We will tour their vineyards, and enjoy a light lunch on the grounds.
In the afternoon, we will return to Nafplio where dinner will be on your own, but first join us in the courtyard of our hotel for a wine tasting of some of the best regional wines that Greece has to offer.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation/ Entrance Fee and Visit to Mycenae/ Entrance fee to Nemea and Stadium/ Wine tasting with Lunch/ UNESCO World Heritage Site/ Overnight Nafplio
Day Seven
May 25
Naxos
We are off the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth, rivaling Athens in importance in the ancient world. It was his visit here that prompted Apostle Paul to write his letter to the Corinthians.
We will have a stop to look over the famed Corinth Canal to take in this feat of engineering, before lunch on your own.
In the afternoon our private coach will take us to the airport where we will hop a short flight to the island of Paros, in the heart of the Cycladic island chain.
We will settle into the seaside town of Naoussa known for its seaside tavernas and small quaint wharf. After checking in we will offer a walk of this town, nipping in to see some churches and discovering the back streets.
You can return to the hotel and enjoy a drink around the pool in the afternoon. Join us later as we enjoy dinner together at a local taverna, seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Ancient Corinth / Visit to Corinth Canal/ Private Transportation back to Athens Airport/ Fights to the Islands of Paros / Walk of Naoussa/ Pool time/ Dinner together/ Overnight Island of Paros
May 25
Naxos
We are off the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth, rivaling Athens in importance in the ancient world. It was his visit here that prompted Apostle Paul to write his letter to the Corinthians.
We will have a stop to look over the famed Corinth Canal to take in this feat of engineering, before lunch on your own.
In the afternoon our private coach will take us to the airport where we will hop a short flight to the island of Paros, in the heart of the Cycladic island chain.
We will settle into the seaside town of Naoussa known for its seaside tavernas and small quaint wharf. After checking in we will offer a walk of this town, nipping in to see some churches and discovering the back streets.
You can return to the hotel and enjoy a drink around the pool in the afternoon. Join us later as we enjoy dinner together at a local taverna, seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Ancient Corinth / Visit to Corinth Canal/ Private Transportation back to Athens Airport/ Fights to the Islands of Paros / Walk of Naoussa/ Pool time/ Dinner together/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Eight
May 26
Santorini
May 26
Santorini
Day Nine
Santorini
May 27
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Santorini
May 27
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Nine
Santorini
May 28
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Santorini
May 28
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Ten
Overnight near Athens
May 29
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Overnight near Athens
May 29
This morning we will set forth on our tour of Paros. On our way into the main town, we will make a quick stop at the marble mines where the famous Parian marble was used by artist to make some of the finest statues that we know today (the Medici Venus -Uffizi, Florence and the Nike of Samothrace -Louvre, Paris).
We will continue onto hilltop villages where we can stop for a coffee and see immaculate houses and stunning views. Those of us who want to, can also walk the Byzantine trails. These trails used to be the only way that the people of Paros could get from one village to another.
We will pick a village on the seaside for a taverna lunch on your own.
The afternoon is yours to sit poolside, watch the yachts as they dock for the evening or walk the back streets to partake in some excellent shopping. Dinner on your own, with many options seaside.
Includes-Breakfast/ Private Transportation Tour of the island of Paros/ Marble works/ Mountain villages/ Seaside villages/ Overnight Island of Paros
Day Eleven
May 30th
We return stateside
May 30th
We return stateside
An Immersion Tour!
Voyage the Mediterranean with us as we
Learn about ancient civilizations,
See the finest archaeological sites
Run through one of the first-ever stadiums,
Explore beehive tombs,
Taste the rich culinary tradition,
Swim the Aegean,
Experience out-of-this-world sunsets
Absorb the calm peacefulness
Visit never ending vineyards and taste their wines
Encounter ruins 1000 years older than the Parthenon
& Meet beautiful whitewashed islands
In 12 fantastic days
An Immersion Tour of Greece!
Day Eight
After breakfast we will pack our bags and ready ourselves for our ferry to Santorini, one of the most singular places in all of the Aegean. Whitewashed houses sit clinging to the rim of the caldera, left after the large volcanic eruption of BC 1650.
After checking our bags at our caldera-view hotel, we will lead a walk into town, along winding paths and make our way to the Prehistoric Museum in Fira. Here we will see explore the finds discovered at the site of Akrotiri, some dating 1000 years before the Parthenon. We will learn of the ancient civilization that once lived here; which some people think was the lost City of Atlantis.
We will point out some tavernas for a great dinner on your own. Later you can enjoy a drink in dreamy bars overlooking the caldera.
Includes-Breakfast/ Ferry to Santorini / Private Transfer to the Port of Paros/ Private Transfer to Our Hotel on Santorini/ Tour of the Prehistoric Museum in Fira/ Caldera-View Hotel/ Orientation Walk/ Overnight Santorini
After breakfast we will pack our bags and ready ourselves for our ferry to Santorini, one of the most singular places in all of the Aegean. Whitewashed houses sit clinging to the rim of the caldera, left after the large volcanic eruption of BC 1650.
After checking our bags at our caldera-view hotel, we will lead a walk into town, along winding paths and make our way to the Prehistoric Museum in Fira. Here we will see explore the finds discovered at the site of Akrotiri, some dating 1000 years before the Parthenon. We will learn of the ancient civilization that once lived here; which some people think was the lost City of Atlantis.
We will point out some tavernas for a great dinner on your own. Later you can enjoy a drink in dreamy bars overlooking the caldera.
Includes-Breakfast/ Ferry to Santorini / Private Transfer to the Port of Paros/ Private Transfer to Our Hotel on Santorini/ Tour of the Prehistoric Museum in Fira/ Caldera-View Hotel/ Orientation Walk/ Overnight Santorini
Day Nine
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you look out over the blue sea and islands in the distance.
We will offer two options to further explore this magnificent island. Either a shopping tour on your own of the two main villages on the island or a breathtaking walk along the caldera.
Lunch on your own at any one of the cafes in town.
In the evening meet us back at the hotel where we will celebrate our trip with a special farewell dinner at one of our favorite tavernas.
Includes-Breakfast/ Shopping Tour/ Caldera Walk/ The Village of Oia/ Dinner/ Overnight Santorini.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you look out over the blue sea and islands in the distance.
We will offer two options to further explore this magnificent island. Either a shopping tour on your own of the two main villages on the island or a breathtaking walk along the caldera.
Lunch on your own at any one of the cafes in town.
In the evening meet us back at the hotel where we will celebrate our trip with a special farewell dinner at one of our favorite tavernas.
Includes-Breakfast/ Shopping Tour/ Caldera Walk/ The Village of Oia/ Dinner/ Overnight Santorini.
Day Ten
After breakfast on your balcony with sea views, our tour ends this morning, but your tour does not have to!
You have many options to further explore this magnificent island. Stay on as long as you would like. We will be on hand, way before our tour, to facilitate your stay-any way you want it.
Not to mention that Mykonos is a short ferry ride away.
Also, remember you are a hop, skip and a jump away from many European destinations. Want to spend a few days in Florence, or how about a private skip-the-line tour of the Vatican in Rome? Or is there any other European city you want to explore? Most of these places are an hour plane ride from Greece, not to mention they can be part of your connecting flights back the states. We have many ideas to share with you and we will put it together with you step by step!
Includes-Breakfast-Post Trip Planning
After breakfast on your balcony with sea views, our tour ends this morning, but your tour does not have to!
You have many options to further explore this magnificent island. Stay on as long as you would like. We will be on hand, way before our tour, to facilitate your stay-any way you want it.
Not to mention that Mykonos is a short ferry ride away.
Also, remember you are a hop, skip and a jump away from many European destinations. Want to spend a few days in Florence, or how about a private skip-the-line tour of the Vatican in Rome? Or is there any other European city you want to explore? Most of these places are an hour plane ride from Greece, not to mention they can be part of your connecting flights back the states. We have many ideas to share with you and we will put it together with you step by step!
Includes-Breakfast-Post Trip Planning
What is included?
The Acropolis
The Parthenon
The Agora
Island of Poros
Island of Hydra
Island of Paros
Island of Santorini
Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Mycenae
Nemea
The Theater at Epidaurus
Visit to an award-winning winery
The Corinth Canal
Island Villages
Seaside Cafes and Tavernas
The Pre-historic Museum, Santorini
Caldera Walk
Wine Tastings
Welcome drink
Meals:
10 full breakfasts
1 winery lunch with wine tasting
5 multi-course dinners including wine
1 winery lunch with wine tasting
5 multi-course dinners including wine
In Addition:
Comfortable transportation
All ferry rides as listed in itinerary (except return from Santorini)
Comfortable hotels centrally located
Two bi-cultural & bi-lingual guides who live here!
Packing checklist
Reading list
Movie list
Direct email access to tour leaders for any questions
Pre-tour phone calls for all participants to talk directly to tour leaders if desired
Comfortable transportation
All ferry rides as listed in itinerary (except return from Santorini)
Comfortable hotels centrally located
Two bi-cultural & bi-lingual guides who live here!
Packing checklist
Reading list
Movie list
Direct email access to tour leaders for any questions
Pre-tour phone calls for all participants to talk directly to tour leaders if desired
What is your responsibility?
Airfare to and from Greece (arrival Athens departure Athens—ATH)
Transportation to our starting hotel from the airport (we can help with this)
Transportation at the end of the tour (tour ends on Santorini)
Meals not together as indicated on the itinerary
Transport to and from activities during optional activities
Any medicinal or medical needs while on the trip
* Trip insurance should be bought or waiver signed if you choose not to buy it*
Expenses arising from personal needs such as medications, vaccinations, travel documents, communications such as mobile phone and internet charges or any other expenses incurred due to traveling.
This trip is strictly limited to 16 people
Tour Cost:
14 people $4980
12 people $5080
10 people $5280
8 people $5480
Tour Cost:
14 people $4980
12 people $5080
10 people $5280
8 people $5480
-Prices are per person which includes all of the above mentioned in the itinerary and is based on double occupancy. Single room rate is $1025 per person extra added to the cost of the trip.
Final payment is due 90 days before departure of your trip . Until final payment is paid all deposits are fully refundable. After final payment due date no refunds are available. A payment of final trip payments mean that trip participants
agree to the Trip Terms.
