Explore the Cyclades on this 13-day journey through Athens, Santorini, Ios and Paros. Visit Athens, Greece's capital city, filled with history, art and culture, then head to the beautiful island of Santorini before travelling to Ios, with its vibrant nightlife and Paros, with quiet villages and quaint charm.

Visit iconic Greek islands and experience the history, charm and sunny skies of this incredible region. 

Self-guided tour | 13 days | 11 nights

Trip Highlights | Greece

• Athens - Santorini - Ios - Paros

Inclusions

• Round-trip flights to Athens (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
• 11 nights of accommodation
• 11 breakfasts
• Airport and port transfers in Athens, Santorini, Ios and Paros 
• Ferry from Athens to Santorini, Paros to Athens; Hydrofoil Santorini to Ios, Ios to Paros
• More Moment activity included:
• Half-day tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
• Porterage
• Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour

Day 1 | Depart Canada

• Fly to Athens.

Day 2 | Welcome to Athens

• Arrive in Athens, transfer and check in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure getting to know Athens.

Day 3 | Athens: Sightseeing

• Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the city, including a visit to the Acropolis. Then spend the rest of the afternoon discovering Athens at your own pace. Athens is home to countless restaurants and cafés, great shopping on Ermou and Kolonaki streets, and fascinating history. 

More Moments Activities Included

•  The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
• Follow your expert guides as they take you for a quick stop at the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. From here, you’ll continue on and pass by the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Next up is a comprehensive visit of the Acropolis to see architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the impressive Parthenon. End the tour with visit of the New Acropolis Museum.
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4 | Athens - Santorini

• After breakfast, transfer to the port for your ferry to Santorini, then transfer to your hotel. Head out and explore Santorini at your leisure.
•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5-6 | Santorini: At Leisure

• Take the next two days to explore this magnificent island at your own pace. Lose yourself on volcanic Santorini and take in the island's romance and charm.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

($) Optional Activities

•  Out & About
• Volcanic Santorini will charm you from the moment you arrive, with its unique caldera and beautiful colourful beaches. Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira ($), which hosts artifacts from the sites of Akrotiri and Ancient Thira. Oia is known as the most photographed spot in Greece and is renowned for its unbelievable sunsets.

 Day 7 | Santorini - Ios

• Transfer to the port and travel via hydrofoil to Ios. Transfer to your hotel and check in, then enjoy free time on Ios.
• Meal(s):Breakfast

Day 8 | Ios: At Leisure

• Hit the beach, discover Ios' quiet side, or if you like, find the best party spots.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

($) Optional Activities

•  Out & About
• Explore Ios' secluded beaches and traditional villages, visit the Tomb of Homer ($), check out the souvenirs and sample fresh seafood. In the evening, hit up Ios' varied clubs and dance the night away, or simply relax at a sidewalk bar with a glass of wine and flavourful Greek feta cheese.

Day 9 | Ios - Paros

• Transfer to the port and head to Paros via hydrofoil, then transfer to your hotel.
•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 10-11 | Paros: At Leisure

• Enjoy free time on enchanting Paros.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

($) Optional Activities

•  Out & About
• Paros is the perfect balance of culture, charming villages and incredible natural beauty. Parikia Town, the island's capital, features charming walkways, quaint shops and tavernas. Head over to Naoussa, an old port town with a Venetian castle. Kolymbithres is one of the island's most popular beaches, and Santa Maria is a great spot for water sports and windsurfing.

Day 12 | Paros - Athens

• Transfer to the Paros port for your ferry to Athens. Transfer to your hotel and check in for the night.
•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 13 | Athens - Return to Canada

• After breakfast, transfer to the airport and board your flight home.
•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Comfort Accommodation

Athens

• Dorian Inn (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Santorini

• Kamari Beach Hotel (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

 Ios

• FarOut Village (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

 Paros

• Eri Hotel (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Superior Accommodation

Athens

• Athenian Callirhoe (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Santorini

• Rose Bay Hotel (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Ios

• Relux Ios (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Paros

• Paros Land (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Premium Accommodation

Athens

• Divani Caravel Hotel (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Santorini

• Aqua Blue Hotel (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Ios

• Ios Palace Hotel & Spa (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Paros

• Paros Agnanti (or similar)
• Room Category: Standard Room

Important Information | Departure Dates | May 1 - September 30

Not included:

• Meals, unless noted
• Transfers, unless noted
• Additional activities and excursions
• Personal expenses and insurance

Activities

• The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package, but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
• The Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum:

• Half-day morning tour
• April to October
• Daily service
• English/French departure at 8:45 a.m. – return at 1:30 p.m.
• This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do. 

Transportation

• Regular ferry: in numbered air seat
• Hydrofoil: Economy Class

City Tax

• Local taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Greece and are payable in local currency upon checkout.

Important Note

• The order of the islands visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.