Solo-ish Greece

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Duration: 9 days

Begins: Athens

Ends: Santorini

Trip Code: EGAO

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    Island hopping in Greece—it’s the dream, right? Picture sun-kissed beaches, whitewashed villages, and epic sunsets over the Mediterranean. On this nine-day adventure from Athens to Santorini, you'll experience it all and a whole lot more. Start by uncovering ancient history at the Acropolis and Parthenon, then wander the charming streets of Mykonos and Naxos. Make new friends while learning Greek cuisine at a cooking class in Athens, and indulge in fresh local flavours on a food tour in Tinos. End your journey in Santorini, strolling along the volcanic caldera and soaking up those iconic views.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    Solo-ish Adventures
    For solo travellers only, get closer to your group-mates and the world on trips designed for connection.
    Service Level
    Standard
    Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
    Physical Rating
    3 - Average
    Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your G for Good Moment: Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage, Athens
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Dinner Party: Athens Cooking Class, Athens
    • We Day: Guided tour of Ancient Agora, the Acropolis and the Parthenon, Athens
    • G Day: Tinos Food Tour, Tínos
    • Me Day: Naxos Me Day, Naxos
    • Complimentary Arrival transfer
    • Sunset walk up Filopappou Hill
    • Day tour to Mykonos
    • Tinos hike
    • Free time in TInos and Naxos
    • Orientation walk in Naxos
    • Caldera walk in Santorini
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

    Allow USD310-405 for meals not included.

    Day 1 : Dinner Party: Athens

    Arrive at any time and catch an included arrival transfer to the hotel. After a welcome briefing in the evening, set off with your CEO and new travelling companions to take part in a hands-on (and delicious) cooking class of traditional Greek cuisine. Visit the Agora market to get some fresh ingredients and then don the apron and join your new travel mates to learn how to make some of the country's most delectable dishes like dolmades, spanakopita and the ubiquitous tzatziki sauce. There is no better way to be introduced to a new culture than through it's cuisine with new friends.

    We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city.

    There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.

    Arrival Transfer

    Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport - Athens

    You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Athens Cooking Class

    Athens

    Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Join your fellow Solo-ish travellers to get a taste of real Athenian cooking by traditional Athenians, as you take fresh produce and create some of the country’s most delectable and famous dishes. Firstly you’ll see the delights of the famous Agora, a renowned and historical market place where your locally-sourced ingredients will be found. Encounter stalls with the freshest seafood, fragrant herbs, succulent meats, and a kaleidoscope of fruits and vegetables. It’s a vibrant and historical setting where you’ll meet new people and make memories you won't forget.

    Acommodation

    Parnon Hotel Athens

    Acommodation

    Parnon Hotel Athens

    Meals Included:

    Dinner

    Day 2 : We Day: Athens

    Set off to discover Athens on a day packed with highlights and local culture. The first stop is a refreshment break at a local non-profit cafe, Shedia Home which supports the homeless community by providing purpose and employment. Continue to some of the most iconic ancient Greek sites of the Agora, Acropolis and Parthenon and explore with a local guide beore enjoying a free afternoon to immerse yourself deeper into this historical city or to relax. This evening join your CEO as we head up to Filopappou Hill for a wonderful sunset over Athens.

    Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage

    Athens

    Take time to relax at Shedia Home, a non-profit cafe providing purpose and employment to over 150 individuals experiencing homelessness in Athens. You'll enjoy a drink while one of Shedia's guides recounts the recent history of Greece's financial crisis which has made initiatives like Shedia even more important for those who have found themselves without work and shelter. Your stop here supports their programs - including the cafe, art program, and magazine - all dedicated to supporting the community.

    Sunset Walk to Filopappou Hill

    Athens 0h45m - 1h 2km

    Set off with your CEO on a short hike up Filopappou Hill where at the top, you will toast the climb with the group and watch the sun set over the Acropolis below. Length: 2-3km Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour Elevation gain: 70-100m

    Guided tour of Ancient Agora, the Acropolis and the Parthenon

    Athens 2h - 2h30m

    With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Set off to explore the ruins of Agora, located in the heart of modern Athens, which was once the site of the marketplace that was the political, cultural, social and economic centre of the ancient world. A place where the likes of Socrates, Plato and affluent Athenians used to gather to discuss philosophy, political issues, exchange gossip and trade. Next, visit the most famous of Athens’ eight hills: the Acropolis, the ultimate architectural and artistic expression of the ancient Athenian spirit. See the Parthenon, built for the Goddess Athena in 447 BC. This Greek temple, despite the gradual state of ruin and damage sustained over time, still symbolizes the key ideals of harmony and balance that defined the Classical style of Greek architecture.

    Acommodation

    Parnon Hotel Athens

    Acommodation

    Parnon Hotel Athens

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 3 : G Day: Tínos

    Hop on an early ferry bound for the island of Tinos as we embark on an unforgettable day in the Greek Islands. From the port of Rafina, pull away from Athens and be sure to find a good spot to sit and enjoy the views. Upon arrival to Tinos, dive straight into it with a walking food tour of the old town, meeting local shop owners, sampling some fresh products and learning about life in the islands. Take the afternoon to continue exploring or to relax by the hotel pool soaking up the sun before heading out in the evening with your CEO for a surprise that will round out the day perfectly.

    Ferry

    Athens - Tínos 3h45m - 4h

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Tinos Food Tour

    Tínos 4h

    With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the worlds coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to 11. Immerse yourself in the authentic Tinian cuisine on a food and walking tour along the picturesque alleyways of the old town and discover how local tradition is featured in every single bite. Along the way you will savour island delicacies, talk to local shop owners, and learn about ethically sourced products in tandem with Tinos' culinary heritage.

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 4 : Day trip to Mykonos

    Swap one beautiful Island for another today and hop over to gorgeous Mykonos by ferry. Join your CEO for an orientation walk to get your bearings before taking free time to enjoy this popular island, visit the windmills, and maybe treat yourself to a cocktail overlooking the ocean. Travel back to Tinos in the evening by ferry and head out for an optional dinner with the group.

    Ferry

    Tínos - Mykonos 0h30m - 0h45m

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Mykonos Island Excursion

    Mykonos

    Explore the island of Mykonos, Greece’s most famous cosmopolitan island. Named for the grandson of the Greek God Apollo, Mykonos’ vibe is uniquely glam yet simple and has something for everyone. A vivid nightlife, beautiful beaches and historical sites draw in all kinds of travellers including celebrities, families, and students. Visit the local windmills and maybe enjoy a cocktail on a veranda overlooking Little Venice.

    Ferry

    Mykonos - Tínos 0h30m - 0h45m

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 5 : Tínos

    Lace up the hiking shoes today and set out on a hike with your CEO to explore Tinos on foot. Take in the panoramic views of the rolling hillside of the island flanked by the glimmering Mediterranean sea in all directions. Enjoy a free afternoon to head to one of the local beaches or relax by the hotel pool before setting off with the CEO in the evening on a walking exploration of the old town of TInos before an optional dinner out with the group.

    Tinos Hike

    Tínos 1h - 1h30m 5km

    Get out and explore the island of Tinos on foot with your CEO. Follow a circular route through the countryside and pass through charming villages with beautiful views towards the green valley of Katomeri and towards the Mediterranean Sea.

    Free time:

    Tínos Afternoon

    Enjoy some free time in paradise to relax by the pool or go to one of the local beaches.

    Tinos Walking Tour

    Tínos 1h - 1h30m

    Join your CEO for a walking tour of the town of Tinos, which will take you through most emblematic parts of this little port settlement. Hear about the island's history, traditions and beliefs alike, and end up on a viewpoint with great views over the Aegean sea where you will get views over to the sacred island of Delos - birthplace of the twins Apollo and Artemis.

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Optional Activities - Day 5

    Beach Time

    Tínos

    Explore the beautiful beaches of Tinos - there's no shortage of them across the island! Sparkling blue waters, pristine sandy beaches, and sunny weather make "beach hopping" an activity you can't miss, whether you opt to relax on the beach or spend an active day by the sea.

    Acommodation

    Favie Suzanne Hotel Tinos

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 6 : Tínos/Naxos

    Leave Tinos behind and travel by ferry to Naxos. After a bit of free time to relax, set out in the evening on a CEO-led walking tour of Naxos town, wandering the narrow winding alleys and see the imposing Venetian castle overhead on a hilltop. Soak in the island charm with Naxos' cobblestone streets and whitewashed buildings before finding a place to eat and enjoying an evening at leisure.

    Naxos Walking Tour

    Naxos 1h - 1h30m

    Explore the town of Naxos also called the Chora, with its imposing Venetian Castle (Kastro) that stands like a crown jewel on the hilltop, a marvellous stone construction. There is a thriving community inside the Castle with Venetian mansions, churches, the Kastro Cathedral in the main square, museums and a monastery. It’s an absolute delight to explore the narrow winding alleys of Naxos town, where every corner uncovers a new perspective and old world charm of life in the Greek Islands.

    Ferry

    Tínos - Naxos 2h - 2h15m

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Acommodation

    Naxos Holidays Hotel

    Acommodation

    Naxos Holidays Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 7 : Me Day: Naxos

    Take on Naxos today on your terms. Perhaps join your CEO for a hike up Mount Zas for panoramic views of Naxos and bragging rights that you stood on the highest point in the Cyclades. Or set off to do your own thing, maybe visiting the nearby castle on the hill and its museum or spend the day shopping, cafe-hopping, and relaxing on the beach.

    Naxos Me Day

    Naxos

    Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.

    Acommodation

    Naxos Holidays Hotel

    Optional Activities - Day 7

    Beach Time in Naxos

    Naxos

    Explore the beautiful beaches of Naxos - there's no shortage of them across the island! Sparkling blue waters, pristine sandy beaches, and unforgettable sun-kissed weather make "beach hopping" an activity you can't miss, whether you opt to relax on the beach or spend an active day by the sea.

    Local Village Visit

    Naxos

    Spend some time exploring traditional villages around the island. Wander through alleyways that wind their way up the hillside, and across quaint town squares with incredible views of the region's famous whitewashed houses (with much fewer crowds than Santorini). Observe the strong Venetian influence in Naxian architecture, as seen in local windmills and churches.

    Hike Mount Zas

    Naxos 2h - 3h

    Hike up Mount Zas for panoramic views of Naxos and bragging rights that you stood on the highest point in the Cyclades. The hike is 7km round trip and 300m of elevation gain.

    Acommodation

    Naxos Holidays Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 8 : Naxos/Santorini

    Jump on a ferry and travel to the stunning and picturesque island of Santorini. Upon arrival set off with your CEO on a walk along the caldera for incredible views of the island and the sea. The walk is just under 11km and will take you along the rim of the caldera between Fira and Oia. Afterwards, enjoy an optional final dinner out with your travel mates and new friends.

    Ferry

    Naxos - Santorini 3h

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Caldera Hiking Excursion

    Fira - Oía 3h - 4h 11km

    Hike along the caldera cliff from Fira to Oia with your CEO as your guide. You'll pass through the villages of Firostefani and Imerovigli between Fira and Oia. At just under 11km the hike will take between 3 and 4 hours. Part of the path is similar to a sidewalk and some parts are cobblestone and others a simple dirt path. Enjoy the exercise and some of the best views in Santorini.

    Acommodation

    Porto Perissa Hotel

    Acommodation

    Porto Perissa Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 9 : Santorini

    You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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