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is the capital of Greece and its major hub, there is more to the country than the mainland. Countless Greek islands offer a glimpse into the culture, cuisine and lifestyle
of the Greek people, and they also often provide amazing beaches and unparalleled scenic beauty. This ultimate week-long trip to go island hopping in Greece starts and ends in Athens, but includes stops along the way in amazing Greek islands like Santorini, Mykonos and Delos.Day 1: Athens
Athens is one of the most popular places to start a trip through Greece simply because it is home to the country’s largest airport, the Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. On arrival you will be met by an assistant and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Superior room at 4-star Athens Gate (Breakfast included)
In the morning, you’ll start the day with a sightseeing tour of Athens’ most famous sights. Undoubtedly, the most famous attraction in Athens is the Acropolis, the ancient high city that was built to honor the goddess Athena. Within the Acropolis, you can tour the 2,5000 year-old Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Theatre of Dionysis and the Propylea.