8-Day Greece Itinerary: Athens, Naxos & Santori

Tour Overview

8-Day Greece Itinerary: Athens, Naxos & Santorini is planned as a 8 Days / 7 Nights journey linking Athens, Naxos, Santorini. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.

Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Athens, Acropolis, Olympia, Santorini, Side. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.

Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, domestic flights, ferry connections. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.

Tour Highlights

Explore the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum while discovering Athens with a licensed guide.

Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, and Syntagma Square.

Discover Naxos through its Venetian castles, medieval Chora, traditional monasteries, and Cycladic architecture.

Experience Santorini's famous caldera scenery, whitewashed villages, and panoramic viewpoints around Fira.

Enjoy free time to explore Santorini's volcanic landscapes and distinctive black sand beaches.

Day 1: Visit Athens. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day 2: Visit Athens, Acropolis, Olympia. Guided sightseeing is scheduled for the principal visits.

Day 3: Experience Ferry to Naxos. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day 4: Experience Naxos at Leisure.

Day 5: Visit Santorini. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Athens

The day follows the planned itinerary for Arrival in Athens. The main route is built around Athens.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day2

Athens Sightseeing Tour

The day follows the planned itinerary for Athens Sightseeing Tour. The main route is built around Athens, Acropolis, Olympia.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. The Acropolis visit centers on the monumental hilltop complex and its classical monuments. The program also allows time to experience Olympia as part of the day’s scheduled route.

Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits.

Day3

Ferry to Naxos

After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program.

The sightseeing portion is arranged to give the day a clear progression between its principal visits, with enough time for the scheduled stops before continuing to the next part of the route.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day4

Naxos at Leisure

The day follows the planned itinerary for Naxos at Leisure.

The sightseeing portion is arranged to give the day a clear progression between its principal visits, with enough time for the scheduled stops before continuing to the next part of the route.

The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.

Day5

Ferry to Santorini

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Santorini.

Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day6

Free Day in Santorini

The day follows the planned itinerary for Free Day in Santorini. The main route is built around Side, Santorini.

The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.

Day7

Santorini to Athens by Ferry

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens, Santorini.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day8

Departure from Athens

The day follows the planned itinerary for Departure from Athens. The main route is built around Athens.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated.

What's Included

Included

7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast as specified in the itinerary.
Ferry transportation is included on the sectors specifically listed in the program.
Licensed guiding is included for the scheduled sightseeing visits.
Private airport and hotel transfers are included for the relevant sectors of the itinerary.
Hotel accommodation is included as specified in the confirmed itinerary.

Not Included

Meals and drinks are excluded unless they are specifically listed as included.
Optional visits, activities and extra services outside the confirmed program are not included.
Personal expenses are not included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an 8-day guided Greece tour?

The itinerary lasts 8 days and includes a licensed guided sightseeing tour in Athens. Time in Naxos and Santorini is primarily self-guided.

Are ferry tickets included?

Yes. Economy-class ferry tickets between Athens, Naxos, Santorini, and back to Athens are included.

Are flights included?

No. International flights are not included, and this itinerary does not include domestic flights.

What accommodation is included?

The package includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.

How many meals are included?

Daily breakfast is included throughout the tour. Other meals are not included unless specified.

Is the Acropolis Museum entrance included?

Yes. Entrance to the Acropolis Museum is included as part of the guided Athens sightseeing tour.

Is this tour suitable throughout the year?

Yes. The itinerary is available year-round, although seasonal ferry schedules may vary.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the tour date.