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Travel from Athens to Mykonos, Santorini and Crete (8 day program)

Day 1 - Athens to Mykonos
Very early in the morning you will be transferred to Rafina Ferry Port, and put on a fast ferry to Mykonos. After arrival in Mykonos you will be transferred to your hotel, having a full free day to relax and explore the island on your own. Overnight stay in Mykonos.
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Mykonos
: Located in the middle of the Aegean sea, Mykonos is a quite popular island of Greece. With it is crystal clear beaches, windmills, waterfront buildings, Archeological sites and a good nightlife, Mykonos is a fulfilling island to visit.
Archaeological finds indicate that the Ionians settled on Mykonos in the early part of the 11th century BC. More recent discoveries have uncovered remnants in Ftelia beach from the Neolithic Kares tribe dating back as far as 3000 BC.
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Day 2 - Free day in Mykonos - (B)
Breakfast provided in the hotel --- Free day to relax and explore Mykonos Island. Overnight stay in Mykonos.

Day 3 - Mykonos to Santorini - (B)
After breakfast you will depart from Mykonos Island on a 3 hour ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival you will be met at the ferry port and transferred to your hotel. After check in you will have a free day to relax and explore Santorini. Overnight stay in Santorini.
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Santorini
is one of those places in the world that will be permanently etched in your mind. Everywhere you turn you will find another photo opportunity. Essentially, the land is the remains of an enormous volcanic explosion, which destroyed the earliest settlements on what was formerly a single island. The aftermath of the explosion created what you see today, a caldera. All of the whitewashed, charming houses cling to the high cliffs of the rim, while the deep blue Aegean Sea wraps around the geological masterpiece, hundreds of feet below. Its spectacular physical beauty, along with a dynamic nightlife, have made the island one of the tourist hotspots for Europe.

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Day 4 - Santorini - (B/L)
After breakfast we will take you on a full day tour of Santorini. You will visit Acrotiri, goon a boat trip to the remaining volcano out in the center of the area, visit hot springs, view the ruins of Thirrassia, and wrap up the day watching the romantic sunset from Oia. After sunset, you will be taken back to your hotel. Overnight stay in Santorini.

Day 5 - Santorini - (B)
After breakfast you will have a full free day to relax and explore Santorini on your own. Many take this opportunity to relax and tan on one of Santorini’s famous beaches, such as Red Beach, or return for some more sightseeing in Oia. Overnight stay in Santorini.

Day 6 - Santorini to Crete - (B)
After breakfast you will depart from Santorini Island on a 3 hour ferry to Crete. Upon arrival you will be met at the ferry port and transferred to your hotel. After check in you will have a free day to relax and explore Crete. Overnight stay in Crete.
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Crete
is the biggest Island of Greece with a lot of history and different blends of people. Crete was the center of the Minoan civilization (ca. 2600–1400 BC), the oldest Greek civilization.
Crete is the location of significant ancient history, which provides popular modern day tourist destinations. They include the Minoan sites of Knossos and Phaistos, the classical site of Gortys, the Venetian old city and port of Chania, the Venetian castle at Rethymno, and the Samaria Gorge.
With all the historical sites, fine cuisines, nice beaches and with its friendly people you will really enjoy your time in Crete.

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Day 7 - Free day in Crete - (B)
Breakfast provided in the hotel --- Free day to relax and explore Crete Island. Overnight stay in Crete.

Day 8 - Crete to Athens - (B)
After breakfast we will provide a transfer to Crete Airport and put you on a 1 hour flight to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens this tour program ends.

(Depending on your needs and requests, we can organize a transfer to your hotel in Athens, organize any last night hotel stays, and/or provide transfers to the airport for when you depart Greece.)

Total cost : 885 Euro per person in a double room, 1165 Euro for single supplement

Includes
* All of the ferry tickets
* All of the ferry port transfers
* Centrally located, distinctive hotels with breakfast
* 1 full day tour in Santorini
* Entrance fees, guide(s), transfers included with the Santorini tour
* Airport transfers on Crete Island
* Flight tickets from Crete to Athens
* All of the tax and service charges

We can add more nights on the islands, and customize the tour for your time, interest and budget. Let us know your preferences, and we will work with you to organize your dream vacation.

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