DEPOSIT POLICY: A $250.00 per person deposit is required to secure a reservation for your tour, which is not considered firm until the deposit is received. The deposit, however, is fully refundable if you cancel within 72 hours of booking the tour. All cancellations will only be accepted in writing. Email your cancellation to dewi@thedaywetravel.com. After 72 hours, the deposit becomes non-refundable and standard cancellation fees apply. See cancellation fee schedule below.

*Note* - If the booking is made 120 days or less prior to departure, full payment is due at the time of booking.

CANCELLATION FEE SCHEDULE

• 91+ Days Prior: All monies refunded minus initial $250.00 deposit
• 90-61 Days Prior: 75% of tour cost refunded
• 60-46 Days Prior: 60% of tour cost refunded
• 45-31 Days Prior: 35% of tour cost refunded
• 30-8 Days Prior: 15% of tour cost refunded
• 7 Days Prior or less: 0% of tour cost refunded

DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1 – Welcome to Athens!                                                                                                       

Today, board your flight to Athens to begin your epic adventure to Greece and its idyllic islands. Upon arrival in the capital city, meet your Travel Host and local guide, and transfer to your hotel. Tonight, alongside your travel companions, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. Meal – (D)

Overnight: Hotel in Athens TBD

DAY 2 - Get to know Athens from then to now

After breakfast this morning, explore the capital city’s history and culture in a blend of the ancient and modern. Your jaunt begins with your English-speaking guide, who will be your knowledgeable companion for an unforgettable tour of Athens. Start with a private, one-way transfer to the iconic Acropolis, an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop overlooking the city. En route, you’ll see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896 and pass by Hadrian’s Arch. Once you’ve arrived at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Acropolis, spend some time exploring this ancient fortress while your guide tells you tales of its historical significance and architectural marvels. Continue to the Acropolis Museum, a modern archaeological institution built to house every artifact found on the rock and on the surrounding slopes, from the Greek Bronza Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece. This evening, gather at an outdoor theater on a rooftop nestled at the foot of the Acropolis for an English-speaking performance on ancient Greek characters. The play, with a backdrop of marvelous views, will ensure you have an evening you will not soon forget! Meal – (B)

Overnight: Hotel in Athens TBD

DAY 3 - Island Time in Naxos

Rise early today and say, “See you later” to Athens as we embark on a high-speed ferry to Naxos, the most fertile, self-sufficient, and largest island in the Cyclades aka the ‘crown jewels’ of the Aegean Sea. Pull into the Port of Naxos in Naxos Town, where Chora is the capital of the island and the center of life. Hop aboard your private transfer to your hotel for the next 3 nights, then gather for a welcome lunch. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure settling in and soaking up the Mediterranean lifestyle. This evening, enjoy a sunset guided walk to Portara, meaning ‘large door,’ the island’s most famous landmark, an iconic 6th-century BC marble gate on the islet of Palatia in Naxos harbor. It is the only remnant of a temple dedicated to the god Apollo. The sunset views from this vantage point are magnificent! Meal – (B, L)

Overnight: Hotel in Naxos TBD

DAY 4 - A ‘Taste’ of Naxos

Today, we delve into the art of ‘drinking,’ and no visit to Naxos is complete without sampling some of the local liqueur known as kitron. Kitron is a distilled spirit made from the leaves of the citron tree, which grows on this island. Citron is a citrus fruit similar to lemon, though the fruit itself is not actually used in the drink’s distillation. The leaves are harvested during the autumn & winter months and then distilled after drying along with added sugar. Unfortunately, the citron trees are scarce and kitron itself is only sold in Naxos. We will visit a local distillery to learn the process of how this beloved spirit is made. It can be sipped straight or mixed into cocktails. However you wish to have it, it is usually served alongside a delectable array of Greek appetizers, which complement the varied flavors of the kitron. Enjoy this afternoon at leisure to rest, shop, possibly take a high-speed ferry to the island of Paros, or maybe even consider a guided horse ride along the beach! This evening, you will have the option to go to a local restaurant where the custom of plate smashing is still practiced. Plate smashing was popularized in the ‘60s, but today, only a handful of licensed restaurants are allowed to continue this Greek cultural tradition, which symbolizes joy, celebration, and abundance. “Opa!” Meal – (B)

Overnight: Hotel in Naxos TBD

DAY 5 - Farm-to-Table Naxos

You will undoubtedly have many wonderful meals throughout your visit in Greece, but you certainly cannot pass up the opportunity to learn where the food of Naxos comes from. Hearty meat, fresh fish, beautiful vegetables, fine herbs, excellent dairy, delicious olive oils, wonderful Naxian potatoes, great local wine & kitron, and some of the most mouthwatering cheeses you will ever have, many of which you probably have never heard of, all from this mighty island. This morning, we visit a local family-owned farm to learn their history, what they grow, and then partake in a cheese-making experience. This is then followed by a delectable home-cooked brunch. This afternoon, we will visit the Old Market in town where you’ll have some time to explore on your own. Imagine meandering cobblestone alleys. Whitewashed walls with blue painted doors. Narrow passageways. Cute shops selling arts & crafts, jewelry, clothing, and other souvenirs. If you’re not too full from brunch, treat yourself to a glass of vino and some light fare at one of the charming restaurants with outdoor seating tucked away in a corner. Enjoy a siesta back at the hotel. Then, come hungry tonight as we participate in a fun, immersive traditional cooking class. Meal – (B, D)

Overnight: Hotel in Naxos TBD

DAY 6 - Sail to stunning Santorini!                                                                      

This morning after breakfast, we hop aboard another high-speed ferry for the island of Santorini, aka ‘the supermodel’ of the Greek Islands. She’s a head turner, for sure, and she knows it. Whitewashed buildings. Blue domed rooftops. Postcard-perfect sea views for days. It’s no wonder Santorini is on every traveler’s bucket list. Once at the port, meet your driver for a private transfer to our hotel for the next 3 nights. We will reconvene for a wonderful welcome lunch. Then this evening, we will gather for a guided walking tour of Fira, Santorini’s lively main town & capital city whose whitewashed houses, restaurants, and shops perched atop the caldera cliffs offer you the most mesmerizing views. Meal – (B, L)

Overnight: Hotel in Santorini TBD

DAY 7 - Explore the splendor of Santorini                                                                    

Today’s adventure takes us to a local family-owned winery that has been around since 1947. It was the island’s first industrial winery whose architecture and aesthetics transport you back in time. Here, we will learn about the history, the unique structure, the wine production, and the most fun part: sit down for a guided tasting of the wines made on-site. There’s nothing better than sipping on vino with an ocean view. This evening, we will visit Oia, a small village with sugar-cubed houses, blue-domed churches, bell towers, windmills, and charming alley ways. But it’s become world famous for its magnificent sunsets. I promise you will snap a thousand photos of just the sunset alone. It truly is one of the most captivating sunsets you’ll ever witness. Take the time to explore this enchanting little town that’s filled with beautiful art galleries and boutique shops and have a relaxing dinner at one of the many fantastic restaurants, bars, and cafes. Meal – (B)

Overnight: Hotel in Santorini TBD

DAY 8 - A day of leisure in Santorini (optional activities will be provided if you want to explore more)                                                                      

Today is a day of rest for those of you that may want/need it. Sleep in, read, go for a walk, hit the beach, shop to your heart’s content, or perhaps you fancy a cruise out on the sea? Fira, the island’s bustling capital, sprawls north into villages called Firostefani (about a 15-minute walk from Fira) and Imerovigli (the highest point of the caldera edge, about a 30-minute walk from Fira). A path connecting these villages is lined with upscale hotels, restaurant terraces, and endless photo opportunities. In case you really want to get off the tourist trail, the island’s interior is dotted with vineyards and traditional villages that are not often spoken of. Make a stop in Pyrgos for great eats and a wander through charming backstreets. There’s also the east coast of Santorini where the beaches are lined with black sand. On the south coast, there’s a string of beaches famed for their multicolored sand. The dramatic Red Beach is a traveler favorite. However you decide to spend your time, it will be time well-spent! Meal – (B)

Overnight: Hotel in Santorini TBD

DAY 9 - Fly back to Athens for your final evening in Greece                                                                      

This morning after breakfast, we will make our way to Santorini International Airport and fly the short commute (50 minutes) back to Athens. We will check into our final hotel on this trip, settle in, then reconvene for a scrumptious Farewell Dinner with your travel companions this evening. Meal – (B, D)

DAY 10 - Transfer to the airport and fly home!

After breakfast, take one of two private transfers provided, back to Athens International Airport for your flight home with unforgettable memories of Greece and her crown jewels. If you choose to stay another day and/or continue on to travel other parts of Europe, please let your Travel Host know. Safe travels! Meal — (B)

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Ancient Athens: guided tour of the Acropolis and admission to the Acropolis Museum

• Outdoor Greek theater performance

• High-speed ferries to the islands of Naxos and Santorini

• Family-owned eco farm tour with cheese-making course & home-cooked brunch in Naxos

• Family-owned local winery tour & wine-tasting in Santorini

• Kitron distillery & tasting in Naxos

• Evening plate smashing restaurant in Naxos

• Old Market visit in Naxos

• Cooking class & dinner in Naxos

• Guided tour of Fira in Santorini and a visit to Oia for spectacular sunset views

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Round-trip transfers to/from the airport on 9/21 and 9/30 and private transportation per itinerary

• High-speed ferries from Athens to Naxos and Naxos to Santorini per itinerary

• Your one-way flight from Santorini to Athens on 9/29

• Hotel Accommodations - 9 nights (3 nights Athens, 3 nights Naxos, 3 nights Santorini) based on double occupancy

• Meals - 14 total (9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners)

• All entrance/sightseeing fees and applicable taxes

• Wine-tasting & kitron-tasting per itinerary

• Baggage handling to and from your hotel room throughout the tour

  • Each person is entitled to ONE checked piece of luggage

• A professional Travel Host and local Greek ground operator & guide will accompany you throughout the tour to coordinate logistics, provide local information, and to ensure your comfort and enjoyment is at an all-time high

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

• Airfare - You will fly in and out of Athens, Greece (ATH). Please try and land in Athens sometime in the early afternoon if you are flying in on 9/21. Return flights from ATH on 9/30/26 should be scheduled after 10:00 AM, if possible. Airfare can be booked through The Day We Travel. There is a service fee of 10% of the cost of airfare. If you prefer to book on your own, please e-mail The Day We Travel at dewi@thedaywetravel.com your flight information (airline, flight #, & departure time).

• Meals and/or alcoholic beverages not listed on the itinerary

• Personal expenses (shopping, etc.)

• Gratuities for local guides, your driver, and Travel Host

• Travel Insurance - Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for your vacation is even worse. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you purchase Travel Protection that helps provide coverage for Trip Cancellation, Interruption, Baggage Loss or Delay, Medical Expenses and more. The Day We Travel currently does NOT offer travel insurance. However, some of the more popular insurance companies are Allianz Travel, Travel Guard, World Nomads, Travelex, Axa Travel, AAA, etc. Please look into their coverage policies & rates to see what suit you best.