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5-day Greek Islands tour in Milos, Santorini & Crete.
This tour is strongly suggested for travelers who wish to explore the must-see Greek islands in a limited time, yet get to see much more than expected.
Starting our journey from Milos’ island, you will admire the little white houses with their colorful doors and windows open to the sea. You will have the opportunity to swim at the “Sarakiniko beach” also called “lunar beach” as it looks like the lunar landscape, the most distinctive site of Milos!
You will visit Santorini, famous for the world-known sunset, and the endless blue! Walk at the rim of volcano, swim at the Hot Springs and enjoy a dinner on the boat admiring the magnificent sunset of Oia!
Also you will visit the picturesque Crete. Visit the palace of Knossos and to walk at the old town of Rethymno. Also, worth visiting is the island of “Spinaloga”, a Venetian fortress built in 1579 and used as a Leper Colony.
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Duration: 5 days
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Cruises
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5-day Greek Islands tour in Milos, Santorini & Crete.
This tour is strongly suggested for travelers who wish to explore the must-see Greek islands in a limited time, yet get to see much more than expected.
Starting our journey from Milos’ island, you will admire the little white houses with their colorful doors and windows open to the sea. You will have the opportunity to swim at the “Sarakiniko beach” also called “lunar beach” as it looks like the lunar landscape, the most distinctive site of Milos!
You will visit Santorini, famous for the world-known sunset, and the endless blue! Walk at the rim of volcano, swim at the Hot Springs and enjoy a dinner on the boat admiring the magnificent sunset of Oia!
Also you will visit the picturesque Crete. Visit the palace of Knossos and to walk at the old town of Rethymno. Also, worth visiting is the island of “Spinaloga”, a Venetian fortress built in 1579 and used as a Leper Colony.
Book now at the best rate guaranteed!
Itinerary
Day 1: ATHENS – CRETE ISLAND:
Stop At: Athens, Athens, Attica
Our driver will meet you at the hotel to transfer you at Athens airport to get the flight to Heraklion Crete departing at 07.30 and arriving at 08.30 (or similar flight)
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Knossos Archaeological Site, Knosos, Heraklion, Crete 714 09 Greece
Our driver will pick you up from Heraklion airport for the special Private tour at the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion and walking tour at the old city and ancient market of Heraklion. You will have the unique opportunity to visit at the Palace of Knossos in Crete, to learn about the rich lifestyle which began circa 2000 BC and was typified by magnificent monumental buildings and a complex social structure also you will visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion and to explore the beautiful old town and old market of Heraklion, as well. Our driver then, will drive you back to your hotel to check in. Then you will have free time for yourself. Do not miss the chance to taste the Cretan worldwide famous cuisine!
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Crete
Day 2: CRETE ISLAND – (OPTIONAL) TOUR AT THE PALAVE OF MINOA, ELOUNDA, KRITSA VILLAGE & ISLAND OF SPINALOGA
Stop At: Malia Palace Archaeological Site, Malia, Malia, Crete 70007 Greece
Our driver meet you at Heraklion port next to your ship (or to your hotel) to start this excellent private tour at the East Crete. We will visit the Archaeological site of Malia, dating from the Middle Bronze Age which is the third-largest Minoan palace in Crete, built close to the beach. The majestic size, complex plan and multiple details of the palace make it a fascinating place to visit. The life there was much the same as in the other palaces, rich and prosperous.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Agios Nikolaos, Agios Nikolaos, Messenia Region, Peloponnese
Our next stop will be Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbor where you find one of the two sweet water lakes of Crete.
We will then visit the oldest and most picturesque village in Crete, called “Kritsa” built atmospherically on a rock hill, named Kastellos, surrounded by olive groves, at an altitude of 375 m! A beautiful small village with narrow winding lanes and plenty of character. Renowned for the skill of the local weavers and embroiderers, many tourists visit just to see the beautiful lacework, table clothes and other cloths on display and for sale in the village.
We will visit the church of “Panagia Kera”, one of the most important visitable monuments of Crete due to its extensive and well-preserved wall painting decoration from various periods of Byzantine art. The original church, dedicated to the Dormition of the Theotokos, was built the middle of the 13th century during the Byzantine period and holds the most important wall painting decorations in Greece
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Elounda, Elounda, Lasithi Prefecture, Crete
Our next visit will be at “ELOUNDA” a small fishing town on the northern coast of the island of Crete. A very traditional and idyllic scenery.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Spinalonga, Greece
We will take the local boat to visit and explore the island of Spinaloga.The island of “Spinaloga Island” was a Venetian fortress bulit in 1579 and was used as a Leper Colony. It holds great historical cignificants as it left an unfading mark in the course of Crete’s history. During the tour you will have a delicious Cretan meal. back to your ship on time!
Duration: 1 minute
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Crete
Day 3: CRETE ISLAND – SANTORINI ISLAND
Stop At: Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete
We will transfer you to Heraklion port to take the ferry departing at 08.40, in order to reach at Santorini at 10.25. There will be our local driver waiting for you.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Athinios Port Santorini, Epar. Od. Ormou Athiniou, 847 00 Greece
He will assist you at the port and then transfer you to your hotel. You will have free time for yourselves. You can enjoy your drink or dinner, at one of the hundreds places located just on the rocks above the sea, and walk among the narrow streets of the island where you can buy many souvenirs.
** (optional) SUNSET CRUISE TOUR TO VOLCANO IN SANTORINI WITH BUFFET ON BOARD: Walk to the volcano’s ridge and get a unique felling! The next stop is at the island of Palea Kameni where the famous hot springs are located on the west side. Dinner on Board Sailing above the underwater craters from Palia Kameni to Thirasia Island, the boat will anchor close to the island in order to enjoy your dinner. The end of the excursion comes on sunset time. Our boat will stop very close to Oia village where you will have the chance to watch the warm light of the setting sun under the violet sky before the night falls. This is the most unforgettable experience as the Caldera and the village of Oia will turn into gold color.
Dinner includes: traditional Greek salad, Tzatziki sauce, chicken roll and pork roll with baked potatoes and rice, local white wine and fresh fruits. (Vegeterian menu upon request).
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Santorini
Day 4: SANTORINI ISLAND – MILOS ISLANDS
Stop At: Athinios Port Santorini, Epar. Od. Ormou Athiniou, 847 00 Greece
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you at Santorini port to take your ferry departing at 12.30 to reach Milos Island at 14.30.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Milos, Milos, Cyclades, South Aegean
Our driver meet you at the port and transfer to your hotel. Milos that is known for the wild beauty and the statue of Aphrodite (the “Venus de Milo”, now in the Louvre),! The funny shapes of the rocks and their wonderful colors at the beautiful white sandy beaches are one expression of the volcanic features. Enjoy the excellent beaches with clear turquoise waters, inspiring views, white-washed Cycladic villages you should definitely visit! Visit Sarakíniko beach as well as seems to be a unique encountered lunar landscape or get a boat to visit at “Kleftiko” which can be reached only by boat.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Milos
Day 5: MILOS ISLAND – PIRAEUS PORT (ATHENS )
Stop At: Milos, Milos, Cyclades, South Aegean
Today you will have some free time for yourself, until our driver picks you up from your hotel to the Milos port to take your ferry at 14.40 to reach at Piraeus port at 17.30.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Port of Piraeus, Akti Miaouli 10, Piraeus 185 38 Greece
Our driver will meet you at Piraeus port and transfer you at your hotel in Athens. Our services ends.
Duration: 2 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
