Journey Through Greece

(15 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Porto Heli

This exclusive private tour combines the highlights of Greece with a stay at spectacular Amanzoe, the most luxurious property in Greece. With your own guides and drivers, enjoy comprehensive touring of the historic, culinary and cultural highlights throughout.

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. Enjoy a guided excursion to the nearby island of Delos, which was the religious and political center of the Greek Isles for 1,000 years and has impressive ruins and artifacts. There will also be plenty of time to relax at your resort or explore the boutiques, restaurants and whitewashed backstreets of Mykonos Town.

Continue to 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. 

Next, take the high-speed ferry to Crete, the largest of the Greek Islands and ancient home of the enterprising Minoan civilization, which dates back more than 3,500 years. During private touring around Elounda, visit the Palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the village of Kritsa to see Byzantine frescoes and browse for local crafts, explore the ruins of the Doric city of Lato perched in the beautiful hills, and take a boat to Spinalonga, an atmospheric island with a ruined fort and a fascinating history. Also visit a local olive oil estate to sample extra-virgin olive oil. Upon request, a hiking excursion can be arranged through one of the island’s beautiful gorges or to the cave where, according to legend, Zeus was born. There will also be time to relax at your luxurious seaside resort and enjoy the shops and restaurants in the charming nearby beach town.

Fly back to Athens and continue to the exclusive Amanzoe resort, the most luxurious property in Greece, along the unspoiled coastline outside the town of Porto Heli. One day, take a private excursion to Mycenae, the UNESCO-inscribed ruins of an ancient fortified city, and Epidaurus, the UNESCO-inscribed remains of an important ancient healing center, including a well-preserved theater. During leisure time, enjoy the serene surroundings, relax by one of the pools or at the beach club, dine on superb Greek cuisine, browse the library and take in the spectacular view from the yoga pavilion. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange romantic sunset boat trips, a private boat charter to explore the nearby islands of Spetses or Hydra, and other activities.

Next, see the ruins of ancient Corinth, the gateway to the Peloponnesian Peninsula, en route to Athens for a final night.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Athens VIP airport assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights. Afternoon private city tour Day 2 Athens Morning private city tour. Sunset excursion to Temple of Poseidon Day 3 Athens – Mykonos Private transfer to airport for flight to Mykonos. Private arrival transfer to resort for 2 nights Day 4 Mykonos Privately guided morning tour of Delos. Afternoon at leisure Day 5 Mykonos – Santorini Private transfer to port for high-speed ferry to Santorini. Private arrival transfer to resort for 3 nights Day 6 Santorini Private island touring, including optional wine tasting Day 7 Santorini At leisure. Late afternoon private sunset cruise in the caldera Day 8 Santorini – Crete Private transfer to port for high-speed ferry to Crete. Private arrival transfer to resort for 3 nights Day 9 Crete Private touring of ruins, villages and natural highlights of the region such as caves Day 10 Crete Morning excursion to the island of Spinalonga or private culinary experience Day 11 Crete – Athens – Porto Heli Private airport transfer for flight to Athens. Private overland transfer to luxury resort for 3 nights *Private helicopter charters available, upon request Day 12 Porto Heli Full-day private excursion to ruins of Mycenae and Epidaurus Day 13 Porto Heli At leisure at resort Day 14 Porto Heli – Corinth – Athens Private transfer to hotel for 1 night, with flexible touring en route Day 15 Depart Athens Private airport transfer. VIP departure assistance

Hotels

Athens: Four Seasons Astir Palace, King George Hotel or Hotel Grande Bretagne Mykonos: Kalesma Mykonos or Santa Marina Resort Santorini: Canaves Oia Suites or Grace Santorini Crete: Rosewood Blue Palace or Daios Cove Porto Heli: Amanzoe

Cost

$37,535 Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms) $44,225 Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)