The Greek Suntanner Tour is your
chance to see the best of sunny Greece
with your friends S-Trip! style. You will visit the ancient capital of Athens along with the famous islands of Paros, Mykonos and Santorini. Mainland stops include Delphi, Mycanea,
Napfoli, and more in a 14 day trip (including flights).
Accommodations are based on
twin/triple share at 3* hotels, hostels or campgrounds, all sleeping
arrangements are based on single sex rooming. Breakfast is included everyday as
well as exclusive extras including an authentic Greek welcome dinner, all
transfers for the port to hotel, transportation between islands and guided
walking tours. There is also plenty of free time to relax and to immerse
yourself into the Mediterranean way of life.
Opa!
Trip Price Includes:
12 nights hotel accommodation in
twin or triple basis
12 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Airfare from Toronto
to Athens
(& return)
Arrival and departure airport
transfers
Private coach transportation
Ferry tickets and hotel transfers
Greek Welcome dinner and dance show
Walking tours in Athens,
Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, Napfoli
Guided Tours at Akropolis, Mycanea, Olympia &
Delphi
Services of fully trained S-Trip!
Leader
RBC Classic Medical Insurance
All travel taxes
Not Included:
Entrance fees to museums or attractions (unless specified in the “What’s
Included” section
Meals not listed
Optional excursions & activities, as listed
Optional RBC Youth & Student
Comprehensive Insurance ($158.00)
Your spending money, tips, souvenirs
Visas (not needed if travelling on
a Canadian Passport)
"Girls, guys and gyros + perfect weather = the trip of a lifetime"
Day
1 Toronto
Meet
your S-trip! staff and your fellow passengers at the pre-meeting held before
departure and then head to the airport as a group as you get ready to depart on
your direct flight to Athens.
Day
2 Athens
We
arrive in Athens
and transfer to our hotel by private coach to our hotel. The rest of the day is
free time to ge to know your group and get used to Greek life.
Day
3 Athens to Delphi
Saying
goodbye to Athens
we travel by private coach out into the countryside. Heading North
West we arrive at Delphi. Built
on the side of the impressive Mount Parnassus, the Delphi Oracle was considered the most
important one in Greece.
We take a guided tour of the site, including the sanctuary of Apollo and also
Athena. We can also test the acoustics at the theatre. We stay the night in Delphi. (B,D)
Day
4 Delphi to Olympia
After
breakfast we continue and pass over the newly built bridge of Rio-Antirrio to
arrive to ancient Olympia.
We spend the afternoon visiting this historical site which was first thought to
have been a site of religious activity as far back as the 10th Century BC,
although the first Olympic festival dates to the 8th Century. And here, every
four years, the Olympic flame is lit and then transported to the Olympia games of that
year. We spend the night in Olympia,
with its street lined street and numerous cafes. (B,D)
Day
5 Olympia to Athens
On
our way to Athens we visit Mycenae which was an important centre of
ancient Greek civilisation. It gave its
name to a long period of Greek History.
We also stop in Nayplion, the old capital city of Greece, before we pass over the Corinth canal which was a great achievement
as we will appreciate when we visit.
Overnight
in Athens. (B)
Day
6 Athens
Immerse
yourself in the history of this region, where ancient wonders such as the
Acropolis sit side by side with a modern, bustling metropolis. See this
incredible ancient treasure on our walking tour with our Trip Leader this
morning, as well as the ‘Plaka’ Markets, the National
Museum, and maybe even a chance to
watch the changing of the guards at the National Palace
in Syntagma Square.
We then have free time to take in the sights and sounds of this two-time
Olympic city, before enjoying an evening of traditional Greek dancing and
authentic cuisine! (B, D)
Day
7 Athens to Paros
An
early start today as we take a private transfer down to the port of Piraeus
to catch the ferry to the first of the beautiful islands we visit. On the way
to Paros we see many of the small islands in the Aegean that help to make Greece such a
popular holiday destination. Paros is the
third largest of the Cycladic islands and after checking in to our
accommodation, our Trip Leader will take us for a walk around the harbour and
through the narrow streets of the town. This afternoon there is plenty of free
time to explore at our own pace. (B)
Day
8 Paros
Today
is free day to revel in the laid-back charm of Paros.
We can relax on the beach and top up the tan, visit the church
of Ekatontapiliani or check out the
beautiful town of Naousa
on the coast. Not enough?? How about an optional journey to Kolimbithres Beach,
or a bus ride to the stunning village of Lefkes, characterised by the
traditional white-washed houses with blue doors and shutters? The choice is
yours! (B)
Day
9 Paros to Mykonos
After
breakfast a short ferry ride takes us to cosmopolitan Mykonos.
The afternoon is free to go exploring or visit one of the numerous great
beaches for a swim and sunbathe. There is plenty to do here; shop, eat, and
relax - whatever takes your mood. Stunning scenery, wonderful beaches, endless
authentic Greek tavernas and a buzzing nightlife – it’s no wonder that everyone
loves coming here so much! In the evening we watch the famous sunset of the
windmills in the part of Mykonos town known as “little Venice”. (B)
Day
10 Mykonos
Today
is a completely free day. Visit Kastro, the complex of churches, the Archaeological Museum,
the Folklore Museum
and the Nautical Museum, or simply walk along the
white-washed streets and soak up the atmosphere. There is an optional half day
excursion to the nearby island
of Delos, the traditional
birthplace of the sun god Apollo or, depending on your style, one of the varied
beaches! The allure of this paradise island will be hard to leave behind. (B)
Day
11 Mykonos to Santorini
Our
next island destination is Santorini and its remarkable volcanic caldera. Our
hotel, perched on top of the cliffs (as are most of the buildings on the
island), has amazing views over the plain to the sea. In the afternoon we have
a tour visiting some of the most interesting and important sites on the island.
The sunset at Oia should not be missed – the sun reflects on the white houses
almost appears like snow against the dark volcanic stone cliffs – a truly
memorable photo opportunity! (B)
Day
12 Santorini
Today
is a free day on the island. Wander through the narrow shopping streets of Thira, which is the principal town on the island, or take
an optional boat trip to the volcanic crater with the opportunity to swim in
the warm sea nearby. On return to the main island, a donkey ride is the easiest
way up the hill from the port. Alternatively, simply relax by the pool and
await the next sunset… bliss! (B)
Day
13 Santorini to Athens
In
the afternoon we will depart from Santorini and head back to Athens. Our ferry winds past many small
islands dotted through the Aegean before arriving in the late evening, when we
transfer to our hotel in downtown Athens.
(B)
Day
14 Athens
Our
time in Greece
finishes this morning after breakfast, when we will say our fond farewells to
our new friends and transfer to the airport (B)