Mediterranean Interlude

Athens, the Greek Isles : Mykonos , Santorini and Crete
The treasures of Athens . . . the romance of the Greek isles
What's better than a journey with a cherished companion or a Family vacation to one of these prized destination?
A 14 day Tour. You may arrive any day in Athens : May through September

(Elounda Beach properties in Crete ) Supplement applies
Add Spain and Andalusia , Sicily or Rome , compare with the 9 day stay version , or the 18 Day Version with extended stay in the Greek Isles

This is a trip tailored to make the most of that special company and unique occasion, be it an anniversary, a honeymoon, a family vacation or a singular chance to be alone and away.

We have selected superior and deluxe hotels notable for their charm, atmosphere, and, of course, fine service. You'll be free to linger late in bed with breakfast brought to your room, stroll the romantic old Plaka district of Athens or frequent a seaside café in Santorini, entirely at your leisure.

Your schedule is your own, without planned group activities or tours, though you're free to select these at your whim and fancy, with our assistance. Of course, Travel in Style will see to all the details, from arrival to conveyance to the Isles to settling you into your fine accommodations, leaving you to do nothing but relax and enjoy-in your own style. . Compare with the 12 day version : Crete Athens Santorini and Istanbul

Here is a sample itinerary, starting in Athens. Extend your stay in Athens ?
You may also start in Istanbul, and enjoy this escapade from east to west across the Aegean .
Do you prefer to extend touring into Greece Main Land ? MYCENAE, EPIDAURUS, Meteora & NAUPLIA?

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN ATHENS
This tour operates daily from May through September.
Private transfers in Athens, private air-conditioned vehicle, private Chauffeur
Our Athens-based personnel meets you at the international airport, assists you with the formalities, and sees you to your charming and comfortable hotel. Check in, relax, then take a stroll through the lively streets. Browse for treasures and curios, savour a coffee or aperitif at a terrace café, or enjoy a fine meal in the old Plaka district. Add an extra day in Athens ?

DAY 2 - ATHENS - Private Tour - Private Guide - Private Air conditioned Chauffeured Vehicle - (BL)
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Greek capital l, including Syntagma Square, and the towering Acropolis. Lunch is included at a local restaurant . Remainder of the day at leisure.

DAY 3 - ATHENS, MYKONOS (B)
Relax, and revisit a favorite café or shop today. Then we'll call for you and see you to the airport for your flight over the blue Aegean to Mykonos (included in our rate) , Isle of Windmills.

DAY 4   - MYKONOS (B)
You'll spend three days on Mykonos-enough to when your appetite for your return!
To stay in your lovely deluxe hotel and enjoy the beach, the service, and the amenities. Extend your stay in Mykonos

Day 5- MYKONOS (B)
Or to venture out to explore some of the 350 whitewashed churches and chapels, dramatic cliffs, coves, and villages . . . that is the question! No doubt, you'll mix a bit of both; and with windmills to photograph and fishermen to watch along the sea, your days will be filled.

DAY 6 - MYKONOS, SANTORINI (B)
Spend another relaxing morning. Reserve some time to stroll the cobbled lanes of Mykonos, to sip an ouzo or retsina at a waterside café, to discover a beach or two, to pick up a loaf of fresh bread and cheese and olives, and picnic on a hillside as you look out to sailboats at sea. We'll rendezvous in time to take you to your fast ferry/hydrofoil for Santorini, where you'll find a room waiting in a beach hotel.
Sample optional tours available based on Private arrangement or Local Group tour .

DAY 7 - SANTORINI (B)
Enjoy breakfast at your lovely hotel and linger for as long as you wish. When you venture out, explore the cliff top town of Thira with its winding paths leading from view to spectacular view.

Day 8 - SANTORINI (B)
Or, take a boat across to the dormant volcano, and ascend through a crater-pocked moonscape to the crater. Or savour a soak in hot sulphur springs. Arrange a winery visit, or an outing to Akrotiri, reputedly the site of fabled Atlantis. Click here for more info & Images: Villas on Santorini

DAY 9 - SANTORINI, CRETE (B)
We'll rendezvous in time to take you to your flight to Crete, Heraklion& your hotel. Flights operate only on Thu & Sat, on other days, it will be the ferry which is 5 hours, or flights via Athens (Supplement applies$ $95).

DAY 10 - CRETE (B)
Enjoy your stay at the hotel Or explore on your own .

DAY 11- Crete (B)
Full day at leisure or explore one of the beaches on your own, or ask our local rep for help with the local optional tours .

Day 12 - CRETE (B)
Enjoy your stay at the hotel or explore one of the beaches. Or explore on your own the Venetian part of the old town , see below more details on tours in Crete.

DAY 13 - Athens (B)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Transfer is included in Crete from the Hotel to Crete Airport.
Fly back to Athens air ticket is included & issued in Athens. We'll meet you upon arrival and assist with your check -in at Sofitel Athens Airport (5 stars ). Remainder of the day at leisure.
Extend to Istanbul ?

DAY 14 - DEPARTURE (B)
Transfer on your own today from this hotel property to the departure gate at the airport to begin your journey home. Bon Voyage.  Extend one more day ? please click here .

Rates are per person in USD $

Rate includes:

• Air and ferry transportation within Greece as per itinerary.
• Half day Athens private guided tour as per itinerary.
• All transfers between hotels and airports , except on day 14
• Accommodations with breakfast (B) as indicated or similar according to availability:
  
  
  
  
  

Supplements:

Athens :
For a suite at the Divani and a deluxe room Sofitel Athens Airport, please add :$ 210 per person in double for your full stay in Athens.

Grand Bretagne Upgrades
Junior Suite USD $ 220 Per person
Deluxe Suite USD $ 605 Per person
Grand Suite USD $ 1066 Per person

Mykonos :
For Mykonos Grand ( 3 nights ) : sea view room is $109 Per person in double. For the Suite with a private swimming pool , please add : $ 1424 USD per person for the 3 nights in Mykonos

Santorini :
For Katikies Villas & Pantheon , please add 15% supplement to the deluxe rate.
For a private villa at the Pantheon with a private swimming pool, please add %25 to the deluxe rate listed above.

Chromata
Suite USD $ 575 Per person
Honeymoon Suite USD $627 Per person
Chromata Suite (with pool) USD $ 734 Per person
Master Suite $ USD 1004 Per person

Crete:
Upgrades At Elounda Mare in Crete, choices supplements as follows:
For standard suite $ 110 per person in double
For superior suite $ 320 per person in double
For studio with private pool $ 515 per person in double
For 1 bedroom suite with private pool $ 620 per person in double

Not Included:

• International air transportation.
• Optional excursions, such as city tours, sailing, cruising
• Any meal not specifically mentioned
• Beverages, and personal expenses
• Gratuities for local personnel
• Travel insurance ( please ask your agent for details)
• Airport taxes

• Compare with the "Honeymooner's Special : Hide Away in the Greek Isles
  Athens & Crete in 6 -Days