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Iconic island-hopping Greece tour with Crete & Athens options
- City trip
- 7, 10, 11 or 14 nights
- Greece
- £ 2,658.00 ]
- based on 2 travellers
Embark on an island-hopping adventure through the Aegean with options to stay in Athens, Crete, or a blend of both - includes all travel & breakfast
Tailor this spellbinding experience to your own travel preferences by choosing to start and end your tour in either the Ancient Greek capital of Athens or on the stunning island of Crete. Alternatively, opt for an itinerary that combines both, allowing you to get the most out of your trip.
Your island-hopping journey will take you through the magical Cyclades to explore a collection of captivating destinations. Uncover the highlights of the Aegean, whether you choose to explore the iconic Acropolis in Athens, or the pristine beaches and celebrated cuisine of Crete. You'll also get to experience the peaceful, neoclassical charm of Syros; discover the stunning beaches and lively nightlife of glamorous Mykonos; and take in the iconic, cliffside villages of Santorini, a postcard-perfect destination of whitewashed buildings and blue domes. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and, depending on your chosen itinerary, cruise to your final destination in either Athens or Crete to conclude your island-hopping adventure.
Included
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7, 10, or 14-night Greece Island Hopping tour with 2026 itinerary option
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Breakfast included throughout
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Return flights from your selected airport to either Athens or Heraklion, Crete, with the option to fly into Athens and return from Crete (or vice versa, depending on your selected itinerary)
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Shared airport and hotel transfers
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Ferries included between islands
Day 1: UK - Athens
Your Greek escape begins in Athens, the country’s bucket-list capital that mixes ancient ruins and mythology with a cosmopolitan vibe and tempting foodie scene. After touching down at the airport and transferring to your hotel, your time will be yours to explore everything this bustling metropolis …
Read moreDay 2-3: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 4: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 5: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 6-7: Athens - UK
Your Greek escape ends in Athens, where you can make the most of any fascinating sights you didn't quite get around to exploring at the start of your trip. Discover classics like the agora, the Parthenon and the other impressive ruins that scatter the Acropolis; don’t miss its state-of-the-art muse…
Read moreDay 1: UK - Crete
Where better to kickstart your adventures than on the captivating island of Crete? The largest of all the Greek islands, Crete is a treasure trove of history, myth, and stunning natural beauty. Thanks to its size, you’re sure to find anything you look for. A land steeped in legend, Crete is famousl…
Read moreDay 2-3: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 4: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 5: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 6-7: Crete - UK
For the last few days of your trip, you'll return to the glorious island of Crete. This is the perfect chance to catch up on anything you didn't get to see, and there's quite a few things you won't want to miss. A trip to Heraklion is a must when staying on Crete; steeped in history and culture, th…
Read moreDay 1-2: UK - Athens
Your Greek escape begins in Athens, the country’s bucket-list capital that mixes ancient ruins and mythology with a cosmopolitan vibe and tempting foodie scene. After touching down at the airport and transferring to your hotel, your time will be yours to explore everything this bustling metropolis …
Read moreDay 3-4: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 5-6: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 7-8: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 9-10: Athens - UK
Your Greek escape ends in Athens, where you can make the most of any fascinating sights you didn't quite get around to exploring at the start of your trip. Discover classics like the agora, the Parthenon and the other impressive ruins that scatter the Acropolis; don’t miss its state-of-the-art muse…
Read moreDay 1-2: UK - Crete
Where better to kickstart your adventures than on the captivating island of Crete? The largest of all the Greek islands, Crete is a treasure trove of history, myth, and stunning natural beauty. Thanks to its size, you’re sure to find anything you look for. A land steeped in legend, Crete is famousl…
Read moreDay 3-4: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 5-6: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 7-8: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 9-10: Crete - UK
For the last few days of your trip, you'll return to the glorious island of Crete. This is the perfect chance to catch up on anything you didn't get to see, and there's quite a few things you won't want to miss. A trip to Heraklion is a must when staying on Crete; steeped in history and culture, th…
Read moreDay 1-3: UK - Athens
Your Greek escape begins in Athens, the country’s bucket-list capital that mixes ancient ruins and mythology with a cosmopolitan vibe and tempting foodie scene. After touching down at the airport and transferring to your hotel, your time will be yours to explore everything this bustling metropolis …
Read moreDay 4-5: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 6-7: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 8-9: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 10-14: Crete - UK
Say hello to Crete, the largest of all the Greek islands and a treasure trove of history, myth and stunning natural beauty. Thanks to its size, you’re sure to find anything you look for during your last few days, but there are some places that you absolutely don’t want to miss.
A trip to Herakli…
Read moreDay 1-3: UK - Athens
Your Greek escape begins in Athens, the country’s bucket-list capital that mixes ancient ruins and mythology with a cosmopolitan vibe and tempting foodie scene. After touching down at the airport and transferring to your hotel, your time will be yours to explore everything this bustling metropolis …
Read moreDay 4-5: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 6-7: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 8-9: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 10-14: Athens - UK
Your Greek escape ends in Athens, where you can make the most of any fascinating sights you didn't quite get around to exploring at the start of your trip. Discover classics like the agora, the Parthenon and the other impressive ruins that scatter the Acropolis; don’t miss its state-of-the-art muse…
Read moreDay 1-5: UK - Crete
Where better to kickstart your adventures than on the captivating island of Crete? The largest of all the Greek islands, Crete is a treasure trove of history, myth and stunning natural beauty. Thanks to its size, you’re sure to find anything you look for, but there are some places that you absolute…
Read moreDay 6-7: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 8-9: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 10-11: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 12-14: Athens - UK
Your Greek escape ends in Athens, the country’s bucket-list capital that mixes ancient ruins and mythology with a cosmopolitan vibe and tempting foodie scene. After settling into your hotel, spend your last few days exploring everything this bustling metropolis has to offer.
Begin with classics…
Read moreDay 1-3: UK - Crete
Where better to kickstart your adventures than on the captivating island of Crete? The largest of all the Greek islands, Crete is a treasure trove of history, myth, and stunning natural beauty. Thanks to its size, you’re sure to find anything you look for. A land steeped in legend, Crete is famousl…
Read moreDay 4-5: Syros
The next stop on your island hop is serene Syros, a less-visited Cycladic gem where charm reigns supreme over the glitz of its neighbours. Pitch up on the gorgeous sand-and-pebble shores and soak in the glorious Greek sunshine as you enjoy a good book or revel in spectacular views of the sun glinti…
Read moreDay 6-7: Mykonos
Welcome to Mykonos - home to pristine beaches, glossy bars, vibrant nightlife, blue balconies and whitewashed houses. After pulling into the port, check in at your hotel and get ready to soak up the glamour of the Cyclades in style. Find a lounger and bask in the warmth of the sun or follow your no…
Read moreDay 8-9: Santorini
Today the ferry takes you from one sun-drenched Greek gem to another: the beautiful, rugged isle of Santorini. There's plenty to see and discover across the island; sunbathe on a black-sand beach, take a hike to the active volcano - where you'll find a surreal, ash-strewn landscape - or take a step…
Read moreDay 10-14: Crete -UK
For the last few days of your trip, you'll return to the glorious island of Crete. This is the perfect chance to catch up on anything you didn't get to see, and there's quite a few things you won't want to miss. A trip to Heraklion is a must when staying on Crete; steeped in history and culture, th…
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- Gratuities
- Environmental tax (to be paid locally)
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Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. For some countries (e.g. Singapore, Thailand), you may be required to complete a Digital Arrival Card or other immigration procedures prior to or upon arrival. We recommend that you complete any required digital forms as early as possible to save time upon arrival. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
Optional services | To provide you with the best choice, we partner with a wide range of airlines. Please be aware that many carriers now charge extra for optional services like seat reservations and additional baggage. These airline-specific fees are not included in your holiday price unless stated. We recommend visiting your chosen airline's website directly to review their policies and understand any potential additional charges. |
Occupancy | Maximum 3 persons per room. |
Single supplement | The single supplement is based on travel dates and duration of travel. You will see the final price in the booking process. |
Children's discount | Based on two full-paying adults per room, travellers will receive a discount on hotel stays for children 11 years and younger. This is dependent on the chosen travel period and whether the child sleeps in a separate bed. Please note, children up to 12 months old receive a discount on the plane ticket, but will not receive a seat or baggage allowance. |
Infant bed | It is possible to arrange a cot during this trip for a fee of €5 per night, as well as to bring your own cot. Please contact customer service to make an enquiry. |
Accessibility | Unfortunately, this trip is not wheelchair accessible. |
Pets | Pets are not permitted on this trip due to international plane travel. |
Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |
Airport transfer | When you arrive at the airport, look for your driver holding a sign with your name on it. Please note that there can be a maximum waiting time of 20 minutes and the journey can take up to 75 minutes. |
Ferry travel | You will be taken from your hotel to the port; your driver will be waiting for you at the hotel entrance. At the destination port, another driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name or the hotel where you will be staying. You must board the ferry at least 30 minutes before departure. Please be aware that departure times may change depending on weather conditions. Ferry tickets are issued at each port before departure, at the designated port kiosk. Please provide your reference number (you will find this in your travel documents) to the relevant ferry company kiosk. The ferry company is indicated on the travel documents and the reference code is indicated next to the ferry company name. Certain ferry companies and ports might charge an administration fee for ticket issuance (approximately €1-€2 per reservation). A small charge of €2 per ticket is also chargeable for lost tickets. On some ferries you will be given a seat number, whilst on others you will have a free choice of seats. If in doubt, please ask a member of staff on the ferry. Please also be aware that the majority of ferries will have multiple stops on their schedule, so please make sure you are disembarking at the right port. |
Route deviation | Please note that the order in which you visit the islands and the length of your stay may change depending on the ferry timetable. |
Itinerary | You will receive the final itinerary with your travel documents before departure. |
Similar accommodation | In order to give you the best possible holiday, we sometimes offer trips where you'll be staying at one of a selection of hotels (all with the same star rating, board basis, room type and location). Mostly, you'll be staying in the hotel written up in our description, but we're unable to guarantee the exact accommodation featured on the website every time. We'll let you know the name of your hotel, at least 7 days before departure. |
Rental car | On all islands it is possible to rent a car for an extra charge. The reception will be happy to assist in your car rental. Free parking spaces are available. |
Currency | The national currency of Greece is the euro (EUR). |