Island Hopping through Greece in 2023 - 10 Days

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Athens – Mykonos – Ios – Milos …and if you’re really wanting to do it all Zakynthos too!

 

Its time to explore Greece! We’re going Island Hopping! Get ready to dive it to a LONG and EXTREMELY fun week in Greece.

This will be Rachel’s 4th time in Greece so she’s packed it with all of her favorite places. We’re going to explore as much as possible from the history of Athens to adventures through the crystal clear waters of Milos & cobbled streets of Mykonos and NEW on the trip this year – we’re stopping by one of the most iconic and under-rated islands – IOS. Blue Skies, Turquoise Waters & Beautiful sunsets are in our future.  How about delicious local cuisine?

Picture this – you and 16 other girls enjoying a 3am gyro after dancing the night away in Mykonos. We’re taking amazing photos for the ‘gram on the classic cobbled streets of Mykonos. If 9 nights isn’t enough and you’re really in for adventure then add 3 extra days and come to Zakynthos to explore the stunning beaches one of the most famous islands! You’ll go home with memories to last a life time and enough stories to annoy your friends to death after this trip!

And if you REALLY want to see the domes in Santorini – theres possibly an opportunity to take a day cruise to Santorini from IOS. 

– The first 8 spots that are booked save $100 – 

  • 10 Days/9 Nights
  • 8-20 Spots
  • Double occupancy in 3 and 4-star hotels
  • 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners included
  • TWO Boat Days included in Mykonos and Milos
  • Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH). Land on the 26th of May – there will be 3 transfers between 8am and 5pm.
  • Fly out of Athens International Airport (ATH). You can fly at anytime after 8am but Rachel definitely recommends trying to catch breakfast at  her favorite Athens hotel before leaving.
  • Optional: Add 3 Nights in Zakynthos to your trip, includes accommodations, 3x breakfast, transportation from Athens to Zakynthos, 2 boat tours to Shipwreck Beach, the blue caves, Turtle Island, & Keri Caves!

Have Questions about this trip? Read the FAQ! Still have questions? Message Rachel @RachelLikesTraveling on Instagram!

Only a 25% Downpayment is required to book this trip – full payment is due on March 26th, 2023. All pricing is in USD.

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Itinerary

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Overview

It’s time to go island hopping in Greece! Dreaming of turquoise waters, blue skies and sun-kissed ruins? How about delicious local cuisine and breathtaking ocean views? If you’re looking for an island adventure unlike any other, this is it. Turn your dreams into reality and travel to paradise!

 

Highlights

  • 8-20 Spot
  • Double occupancy hotel rooms (2 beds per room)
  • 9 breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 2 dinners included
  • Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH) - 3 airport transfers between 8am and 5pm
  • Fly out of Athens International Airport (ATH) - 2 Airport transfers before 1pm the last day

Itinerary

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Day 1 :
May 26th - Arrive in Athens

You’ve made it, welcome to Athens, Greece! Everyone will meet up at the airport & there will be three transfers from the airport to the hotel in Athens.

After getting settled into your room feel free to explore on your own until a big welcome dinner to celebrate the start of an amazing week in Greece with your new group Travel friends!

Today is a great day to check out the Acropolis Museum or any of the historic areas in the central area of Athens.

Overnight in Athens
Arrival: Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH), three airport transfer provided between 9am and 5pm.
Includes: Airport Transfer, Welcome Dinner

Dinner
Day 2 :
May 27th - Explore Athens

Today is the day we get to explore all of Ancient Athens! From the Parthenon to Acropolis to Ancient Agora – we’re seeing it all!

We’re getting up enjoying a nice breakfast at the hotel then going on a guided walking tour around the Acropolis with lots of photo op spots for the ‘gram! We’ll see everything from the Parthenon to Ancient Agora. After exploring with our guide we’re going for Lunch in Plaka, one of the most amazing parts of Athens.

In the afternoon you’ll have time to explore on your own, go visit the Acropolis Museum or just go shopping! Don’t forget to grab a souvenir or two because we’re off  to Mykonos tonight!

Tonight we’ll take a flight to Mykonos so that we can wake up tomorrow on a brand new island. Its Saturday night – so time to rally and go out dancing!

Overnight in Mykonos

Includes: Breakfast, Entry to Acropolis and Ancient Agora, Lunch in Plaka, Tour with Local, Acropolis Museum Ticket, Flight to Mykonos & Transfer to Mykonos Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 :
May 28th - Wake Up in Mykonos

Welcome to Mykonos, one of the most beautiful islands in Greece!

Today is a free day to go explore on your own. Go out to one of the beach clubs, Take a day trip to Delos Island or Visit the iconic spots like the Windmills, Paraportiani Orthodox Church, or go enjoy the Beaches or stroll through the Streets of Little Venice.

The nightlife in Mykonos is one of the most iconic parts so we can go party the night away at one or more clubs. However late you stay out make sure to grab a gyro from one of the 24/7 late night spots nearby.

Overnight in Mykonos

Includes: Breakfast

Breakfast
Day 4 :
May 29th - Relax at the beaches in Mykonos

Pack your sunscreen, today we’re off on a boat trip to visit all the beaches! Enjoy a nice breakfast  at the hotel then we’re off to the port. Theres two swim stops, open bar & an amazing lunch provided today. Get ready to dance, swim and sing till Sunset

If the weather is nice we might be able to sail by Rhenia and Delos today too! The route always depends on the weather in Mykonos!

The evening is free for you to go explore or party, dinner at your own leisure once we’re back.

Overnight in Mykonos

Includes: Breakfast, Mykonos Boat Day

Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 :
May 30th - Go explore the amazing island of Ios

We’re off to our 3rd destination today! Breakfast at the hotel then we’re hopping on the ferry and heading to IOS!

After checking into the hotel take the afternoon to explore ios, go down to the beach, walk around town or party at a beach club! You could visit the winery or the infamous Mylopotas Beach. You could climb to the top of the Chora, see the windmills. The options are endless!

Overnight in Ios

Includes: Breakfast, Ferry from Mykonos to Ios

Breakfast
Day 6 :
May 31st - Free Day in Ios

Wake up early, you have another full day in Ios! Today is a 100% free day on the island of Ios!

Note: If enough girls want to visit Santorini we can organize a boat trip to Santorini to go explore.

Ios has so many options from the beach to snorkeling or scuba diving off the coast. You could join Rachel in renting an ATV to explore the island – you’ll need an international drivers license to do so which is super easy to get. We can organize this once we get closer to the trip!

Fun Fact: Did you know The famous poet Homer is supposedly buried on Ios. Homer wrote both the Odyssey and the Iliad and decided to spend the last part of his life on Ios because his mother was from this Greek island.

Overnight in Ios
Includes: Breakfast

Breakfast
Day 7 :
June 1st - Milos

We’re headed to the relaxing island of Milos today. You can go off and explore on your own or join Rachel hitting up the the famous beaches  of Sarakiniko. Sarakinko is also known as the white martian looking rocky beach where you can go cliff diving!

If you’re thinking of doing your own thing then Milos is the perfect island to relax on. Our hotel will have a nice pool to sit by. You could rent a small car or ATV and go enjoy exploring your own or hop on the bus or take a taxi wherever you want to go!

Overnight in Milos

Included: Breakfast, Ferry to Milos

Breakfast
Day 8 :
June 2nd - One more amazing day in Milos

We’re hopping on another boat for a full day of exploring Milos by sea!

We’ll see the parts of Milos you cant access via land from. This is one of best ways to explore Milos Island. During the cruise, visit the beautiful beaches of Milos and the famous pirate hideouts of Kleftiko. Join a snorkeling tour in Kleftiko and take underwater photos. Lunch is included!

Overnight in Milos

Included: Breakfast, Milos Boat Day

Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 :
June 3rd - One more amazing day in Milos

Pack your bags then Lets grab breakfast! You’re free to spend the rest of the day shopping or relaxing at the pool, whatever your choice is just be back in time for the ferry!

This afternoon we’ll take a ferry back to Athens and go out for one last dinner as a group. You can even pick up some last minute souvenirs in Athens that you missed something along the way.

Overnight in Athens

Includes: Breakfast, Ferry to Athens, Dinner in Athens

Breakfast
Day 10 :
June 4th - Last day in Paradise (or not)

Today is either your last day of the trip or your first day on another Island.

If its your last day then after breakfast you’ll take an airport transfer from the hotel to the Athens Airport before 11am and head home.

Includes: Breakfast, Shuttle to airport, transfer from Hotel to Airport

Optional: Staying the extra 3 days in Zakynthos? We’ll be on an early flight to the island then take a shuttle to our hotel. Today is a free day once you drop your luggage. We’ll be close to a beach, near a wonderful little town we can explore and the hotel has a pool so pick your poison! Tomorrow is a very exciting boat day!

Day 11 :
Shipwreck beach!

Today we’re off to the iconic Shipwreck beach aka Navagio! Grab your camera because the views are breathtaking. Our tour takes us to the viewpoint of Shipwreck beach from above and below. We’ll take a boat to shipwreck beach and be able to swim but we’re also going into the blue caves and we even have a chance to see a 2,000 year old olive tree!

Fun Fact: Zante is short for Zakynthos!

Zante has a very lively nighttime scene so if you’re in the mood to go out and party we’re in the perfect place for it.

Includes: Breakfast, Shipwreck beach boat tour

Breakfast
Day 12 :
Another Day in Paradise

Today we’ll go explore another part of Zante!

Marathonisi & Keri Caves. We’ll have time to swim at the Keri Caves and  sail through the famous arch of Kamara. We’ll stop at Cameo Island and while we’re out on the boat we’ll go in search of the amazing Caretta turtles in Laganas Bay!

Tonight is our last night in Zante so be sure to make the most of it!

Included: Breakfast, Boat Tour

Breakfast
Day 13 :
Time to Say Cya Later

All good things must come to an end unfortunately. After breakfast we’ll take a transfer to the airport and head back to Athens. The earliest flights get us to Athens around noon so be sure to book your flight after 3pm to give yourself enough time to grab your luggage and get checked into your flight home.

Included: Transfer to Zante Airport, Flight from Zante to Athens

Activities Included

Inclusions

  • Tickets for Acropolis
  • Walking tour of Athens with local guide
  • Acropolis Museum Ticket
  • 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
  • Flight from Athens to Mykonos
  • Ferry from Mykonos to Ios
  • Ferry from Ios to Milos
  • Flight from Milos to Athens (or Zante to Athens if 11 day trip is selected)
  • Yacht/Catamaran trip in Mykonos
  • Milos Sailing Trip
  • Day 1 Transfer from Athens Airport in Athens Hotel
  • Transfer from Athens Hotel to Athens Airport Day 2
  • Transfer to/from Mykonos Ferry to Mykonos Hotel
  • Transfer to/from Athens Airport on Days 7/8
  • Transfer to/from Ferry port to hotel in Ios
  • Transfer to/from Ferry port to Hotel in Milos

Exclusions

  • International Fights
  • Tips for guides, housekeeping, meals not included, crew on boat
  • Food & Alcohol (except as noted)
  • Visas & Travel Insurance
  • Airport Transfers outside of designated Times
  • Any transportation not listed in inclusions
  • Optional Activities

FAQ

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Does this trip include flights?

International flights to and from the trip destination are not included. Only flights that are included are listed in inclusions. Looking for cheap flights? Check out Kayak.com or Google Flights!

Is Food Included?

Each trip is different, at least 2 dinners plus breakfast every day is included. but it varies trip to trip. Dietary & allergy information will also be collected leading up to the trip to ensure you’re taken care of.

What is due to book a spot on a trip?

A minimum of 25% down payment is due at the time of booking. The down payment is refundable until your spot is confirmed at which time it becomes non-refundable. Your spot is confirmed after the first 8 bookings are made. The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the trip. If you book within 59 days from trip start, the full amount will be due at booking.

What is the cacellation & refund policy?

The 25% deposit is refundable until the minimum amount of people are signed up for the trip, which is 8 people for this trip. After the minimum number of people(8) is met the 25% deposit is not refundable. If you need to cancel your spot prior to 60 days before the trip starts, there is a $100 cancelation fee and the remainder can be used on a future Adventuring for Life trip.

Anything after the 25% deposit is refundable until 60 days before a trip. if you cancel 1-59 days prior to the trip, the trip is 100% non-refundable.

Travel Insurance is highly recommended, especially for ALL International Trips, to protect you in case you do have to cancel at any point.

Should I get Travel Insurance?

Yes. Especially in the current climate of the world, Travel Insurance is highly recommended for all International Trips.

Travel Insurance Quotes can be gotten here: https://bit.ly/3wANvi0

What is the Covid Policy?

All Adventuring for Life trips require vaccination against Covid-19. This policy protects all guests and locals of the cities were visiting. You may be asked to provide proof of vaccination(card, letter, etc)

Do I need to take a covid test to go home?

As of September 2023, Covid tests are not required to return to the USA or Canada.

Can I pick my roommate?

The majority of the people that sign up for the trips with adventuring for life are coming solo! We do an extensive Roommate matching survey before each trip to help match people up that have the same vibe. You are welcome to bring a friend or request a certain roommate after you’ve met the girls on the group chat or let us pick somebody for you.

We offer solo rooms on certain trips for people that want their own space but you are 100% welcome to sign up by yourself and we will get you a great roommate.

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Trip Facts

  • There will be 8-20 Girls on this trip.
  • There is A LOT of walking in Greece. Expect to walk 10k-20k steps per day with Athens being the most steps. You should be able to walk for extended periods of time. You will be required to carry your own luggage through airports and ferry terminals.
  • May 26th, 2023
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