Greek Island Hopping Tour with Contiki

11 days

11 Sep 24 to 05 May 25

Book by 30 May 24

Experience the best of Greece's most iconic islands on this adventure, offering the perfect mix of vibrant nightlife and serene sun-soaked days. Discover picturesque villages, local markets, volcanic landscapes, secluded coves, and golden beaches, all while indulging in sunbathing, swimming, and vibrant nightlife. Amidst this, uncover the allure of ancient history, ensuring an unforgettable Mediterranean journey.

Includes

11 Days Contiki Guided Holiday
10 Nights accommodation: 6 nights in Hotels, 2 nights in Special Stay, 2 nights in Hostel
10 breakfasts & 3 dinners
Transport by mini-coach and ferry / coach
Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides
Optional free time add on experiences (additional costs apply)
Included experiences
Get the inside scoop on the City's best spots from your very own Trip Manager
All transfers between hotels & ferry ports during the trip and much more!

Excludes

Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature

Extras

You have to be between the age of 18 and 35 years old to travel with Contiki
Additional costs apply for optional free time add on experiences
This trip ends at 10am in Athens. For those participating in the Athens Sightseeing Free Time Add On, the trip will end in Athens at 12pm.
Secure your spot today with a deposit from as low as R1000* and pay the rest 60 days before departure

Highlights

10 Nights accommodation
10 breakfasts & 3 dinners
Included experiences and sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1: Athens

Athens Hello island lovers! Welcome to Greece, and welcome to the best holiday of your life. It's a big call to make on day 1, but we're making it! Take a minute to unpack in settle in to our hotel before we meet up this evening. First your Trip Manager will give you the rundown of what to expect over the next 10 days, then you'll have free time to explore the local area and find yourself some dinner. Stay: Hotel Evripides (or similar)

Day 2: Athens to Mykonos

Athens With no time to waste, we'll start our island hopping adventures today with our first destination: Mykonos. Mykonos Let's do this! Two nights on the island of Mykonos, how did we get so lucky? Even the boat ride across the Aegean will have you awe struck and in love. Tonight, feel free to explore Mykonos town with the option of return transfers. Stay: Paradise Beach (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Private Transport from Port to Hotel (and back again) Ferry Ride from Athens to Mykonos Mykonos Town Return Transfer ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 3: Mykonos to Paros

Mykonos Get ready for a day full of viewing coastal windmills, stuffing your face with olives, feta, and tzatziki. We'll stroll down storybook streets dotted with those gorgeous blue domes and we'll pick up some evil eye ornaments along the way to keep the bad vibes away. And this is all before you've even taken a dip in the ocean! Doesn't get much better than this... The day is yours to soak up the sunshine and play in the sea. Stay: Paradise Beach (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Mykonos

Mykonos This morning we're on to our next Greek island, Paros. Let's spare a thought for all those travellers who only get to visit just one Greek Island, and then remember how lucky we are. Paros Beaches, naturally sculpted swimming coves, a Byzantine church and traditional villages: we must be in Paros. You're free to get into the sun and sea vibes. Those who feel like exploring can sign up for an optional trip to an Organic Farm run where you'll sample their delicious produce and then head to one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades - Naoussa. Stay: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Ferry Ride from Mykonos to Paros Paros Organic Farm Tour and Naoussa Visit (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience) ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 5: Paros

Paros Another day, another Greek Island delight. Hold tight - today we're off for a Paros sailing adventure. Tonight, we'll tuck into an included dinner at a local restaurant, before heading out to sample the local (and legendary) nightlife. Stay: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Paros Sailing Adventure ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 6: Paros to Santorini

Paros Paros, it's been magical – but today we're taking to the seas again, this time in search of Greece's most insta-famous island: Santorini. Santorini Santorini, we have arrived! Tonight you'll have the chance to explore this magical Island and roam the cobbled streets. Stay: Kalipso Villas (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Ferry Ride from Paros to Santorini Transfer from Hotel to Fira

Day 7: Santorini

Santorini Rise and shine, Greek Island travellers! The island of Santorini won't explore itself. Today is your day to take a swim at Perissa Beach, eat the local specialty of fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes, or roam and explore. You can even opt to take an incredible volcano cruise around Santorini, starting with a visit to Oia and complete with crater hike and a soak in local hot springs. Stay: Kalipso Villas (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Oia Visit Plus Volcano Cruise ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 8: Santorini to Ios

Santorini A bit more rugged and remote than Santorini and Mykonos, Ios will prove a nice change of scenery for our final Island night. And thankfully, there will be no change in the good vibes or the time spent ocean side. Ios We'll join together for an included dinner tonight, with another free evening on the cards afterwards. Stay: Far Out Beach Resort (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Ferry Ride from Santorini to Ios

Day 9: Ios

Ios Our final Island day, and your last chance to soak up the Greek sun and frolic in the sand without a care in the world. Now is your chance to get some adrenaline in with a speedboat safari, or take a leisurely stroll around the pretty village of Ios Chora and enjoy some stuffed zucchini flowers or baked feta drizzled with olive oil at a local cafe. It's a free evening tonight, so you're going to need the fuel if you want to hit the party scene of Hora until the break of dawn. Stay: Far Out Beach Resort (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Speedboat Safari ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 10: Ios to Athens

Ios While choking back the tears and waving a sad goodbye to the dreamy islands of Greece, try to think positive thoughts: we have a boat ride to enjoy this morning, as well as one more night together in the city of Athens. Athens Ready for one more dose of Athens and one last chance to hang out together? We'll soak up the last rays of the Mediterranean sun this afternoon before an optional farewell dinner together. Stay: Hotel Evripides (or similar) Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Ferry Ride from Ios to Athens Private Transport from Port to Hotel (and back again) Athens Farewell Dinner ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Day 11: Depart Athens

Athens And just like that, it's time for the goodbyes. As sad as they are, at least you have the memories. And another 300 Contiki trips to jump aboard! Make the most of your last free breakfast before you kick on to your next port of call and for those of you that have the time, there's an optional city tour and Acropolis visit. Included Meals: Breakfast INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Athens Sightseeing inc Acropolis ADDITIONAL COST APPLIES

Terms & conditions

Prices are per person twin share/multi share as per itinerary, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. Offer can be removed at any time. Pricing varies pending departure date. Trips valid for travellers aged 18-35 years. Excludes flights. Only R1000 deposit per person is required to confirm your trip booking. Deposit is due within 3 days of booking; airlines may impose different penalties and cancellation fees. Payment due in full 120 days before departure. All savings / discounts mentioned has already been included in advertised price. Pentravel and Tour Operator reserves the right to withdraw or amend promotional offers at any time. Book by 30 May 2024. Advertised price is based on 13 September 2024 departure. At time of loading this may not be a definite departure. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.

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