Best of Greece

(10 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini

This private luxury tour features the best of Athens and two of the most beautiful Greek Islands, Mykonos and Santorini. Enjoy comprehensive private touring of the cultural and scenic highlights throughout, with plenty of time to relax on private boat charters and at the most luxurious resorts.

Begin in Athens, the capital of Greece and a showcase of ancient civilization. During private touring with your expert guide, visit the city’s top sights such as the breathtaking Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient ruins (including the Parthenon), and the wonderful Acropolis Museum. Also explore the Agora, local markets, and the charming, taverna-lined Plaka neighborhood. Depending on your interests, other options include riding the funicular up Mount Lycabettus or visiting specialty museums such as the Benaki Museum, Museum of Cycladic Art, National Museum of Contemporary Art and Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. If desired, take an excursion along the beautiful coast to Cape Sounion to watch the sunset at the ancient Temple of Poseidon. There will also be time to enjoy the city’s excellent restaurants and lively neighborhoods.

Next, stay at a luxury beach resort on the island of Mykonos. One day, enjoy a private yacht excursion to the nearby island of Delos, which was the religious and political center of the Greek isles for centuries and has impressive ruins and artifacts. Also visit other nearby islands and enjoy opportunities for swimming and snorkeling. There will also be plenty of time to relax at your resort or explore the boutiques, restaurants and whitewashed backstreets of Mykonos Town.

Conclude on unforgettable Santorini, a beautiful volcanic island with dramatic landscapes, and stay in a luxury resort overlooking the caldera. During private touring, visit the photogenic clifftop village of Oia, enjoy a wine tasting of Santorini’s refreshing white and rose wines, and tour the fascinating ruins of the ancient city of Akrotiri. One day, enjoy a private boat excursion in the caldera to watch the sunset and enjoy opportunities for swimming and stopping at the island's distinctive black- and red-sand beaches. Also enjoy time at leisure to relax at your resort. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange additional touring and activities, such as hiking or biking along the wine routes.

This tour can easily be extended to include a stay at the exclusive Amanzoe resort—one of Greece’s most deluxe properties—or in nearby Turkey or elsewhere in Europe.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Athens VIP airport assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 3 nights Day 2 Athens Full-day private tour Day 3 Athens Morning at leisure. Late afternoon private excursion to the Temple of Poseidon Day 4 Athens – Mykonos Private arrival transfer to airport for flight to Mykonos. Private arrival transfer to resort for 3 nights Day 5 Mykonos Private yacht excursion to Delos. Balance of day at leisure Day 6 Mykonos At leisure Day 7 Mykonos – Santorini Private transfer to port for high-speed ferry to Santorini. Private arrival transfer to resort for 3 nights Day 8 Santorini Private island touring, including optional wine tasting Day 9 Santorini At leisure. Late afternoon private sunset cruise in the caldera Day 10 Santorini – Depart Athens Private airport transfer for flight to Athens. VIP connection assistance to onward flight

Hotels

Athens: Four Seasons Astir Palace or One&Only Aesthesis Mykonos: Kalesma Mykonos Santorini: Canaves Oia Suites or Grace Santorini

Cost

$23,290 Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms) $28,640 Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)