Athens, Santorini & Crete Itinerary: 2-Week Island Hopping Itinerary

Centrally located in Athens, Greece, the Acropolian Spirit Boutique Hotel is an excellent accommodation option for leisure and business travellers. The hotel offers well-appointed and comfortable rooms and suites equipped with central heating/cooling, TVs, mini-fridges, private bathrooms, hairdryers, safety deposit boxes, and toiletries. Guests can start each day with a delightful breakfast buffet on-site. Facilities and services include a 24-hour reception, a restaurant, a bar, room service, a lobby lounge, wake-up calls, and Wi-Fi.

This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Gamesof modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex-RoyalPalace) guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the ConstitutionSquare (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon. Continue and visit the place where at last the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era: The new Acropolis Museum.

White Pearl Villas is seductively nestled on the cliffs of Oia Santorini, where the awe-inspiring sunset dazzles the eye of the beholder with its unreal fiery mix of red, blue, yellow, and orange hues and the infinity of the azure water stretching to the horizon. Guests can choose from a variety of villas, all beautifully decorated and well equipped. General facilities and services available for guests' convenience include a range of breakfast options, airport transfers, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, car and motorbike reservations, day excursions, tours recommendations and more.

For a majestic dining experience full of romance, enjoy a private candlelight dinner with outstanding views to the sunset and the imposing caldera. The candlelight dinner is offered at an isolated spot of the property, with exquisite sunset views that ensure absolute dining pleasure. Delicious dishes, made of the best local products, compose the perfect ambience for romantic moments in Santorini. Enchant your senses and feel the emotions overflowing!

Homemade bread

• TUNA Marinated with citrus, fava, Grape and pistachio
• MUSHROOMS Variety mushrooms with topinambur cream, soya glaze and sesame
• BEEF Slices with celeriac root, wild greens and lemon sauce
• SEAFOOD TARTAR With grilled lettuce, aioli sauce

Main Course

• FISH OF THE DAY Fillet with artichoke, asparagus and lemon egg sauce

Or

• LAMB With vegetables and lemon sauce with fresh oregano

Dessert

WALLNUTS CAKE With Tiramisu cream and caramel sauce

Located on the beach in Heraklion Crete, Knossos Beach Hotel is an excellent option for a seaside vacation. Accommodation options feature double rooms, bungalows, seafront rooms and luxury suites which are equipped with comfortable amenities to ensure guests enjoy a pleasant and relaxing stay. The property features a variety of dining and drinking establishments to suit all guests’ gastronomic expectations. Guests can make use of the three swimming pools, sporting facilities or indulge in a variety of wellness procedures at the on-site spa.

Located on a private beach on the northwest coast of Crete, Domes Zeen Chania is an Arcadian idyll fit for the postmodern era. Berlin-based designers Lambs and Lions have combined mid-century, brutalist forms with stone, raw wood, and rattan to create a tropical aesthetic with a distinctly modern twist. The rooms are understated and feature large windows and terraces for basking in the Cretan sun. In keeping with the concept of ef zeen, a classic Greek term for wellness, the Domes also offers two gourmet restaurants, a beachfront spa, and classic island experiences such as cooking and pottery classes, wine tastings, and coastal walks. Children can have fun, too: the kids' club offers painting classes and sleepovers in a teepee (to give parents a night off).

Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or one of our designated meeting points. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive to the west side of Crete, where we’ll arrive at the port of Kissamos (Kasteli).

Our guide will provide all the important information about your cruise and collect the boat fare in advance, allowing you to skip the ticket lines at the port. Once everything is set, you’ll board the Gramvousa ferry and get ready to sail.

Around 10:30 AM, we’ll depart for Balos Lagoon—a relaxing one-hour cruise. Onboard, you can enjoy self-service meals, snacks, or drinks from the ship’s kitchen. Lounge on deck chairs, take in the breathtaking sea views, or relax indoors. As we sail, you’ll hear fascinating commentary (available in multiple languages) about Crete’s dramatic coastline and its geological history spanning over 2,000 years.

Our first stop is the island of Gramvousa, where you’ll have about two hours to swim in the crystal-clear waters or hike up to the historic Venetian fortress for panoramic views of the Aegean Sea.

Next, we’ll continue to Balos Lagoon, one of Crete’s most famous beaches. Spend three hours swimming, sunbathing, or exploring this natural paradise of turquoise waters and soft white sand.

In the late afternoon, we’ll head back toward Kissamos port, arriving around 5:40 PM. From there, we’ll return to Chania, arriving at approximately 6:30 PM, filled with memories of a truly unforgettable day.

The Athenian Callirhoe Exclusive Hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Athens City, Greece, near the Kallimarmaro Stadium, the Acropolis, the Brand New Acropolis Museum, and Plaka. The hotel’s cosy and elegantly decorated rooms and suites feature tea/coffee-making facilities, central heating/cooling, workspaces, private bathrooms, minibars, hairdryers, flat-screen TVs, and laptop-sized safes. Accommodations with balconies are available. Facilities and services include restaurants, a bar, daily housekeeping, a sauna, a gym, and Wi-Fi.