Guide

A highly trained Trip Manager who brings your adventure to life. Local Guides who make tourist traps a thing of the past. This is your team. Smart, friendly, fun, and integral to everything we do.

Accommodation

6 nights in Hotels, 2 nights in Special Stay, 2 nights in Hostel

Transport

Athens: Don’t spend another second worrying about how you’ll get around Athens. We’ve got that covered with a private transfer from the port to the hotel.

Meals

3 Dinner (D) 10 Breakfast (B)

Others

Athens: What kind of seat will I have on the ferry? You’ll find a standard seat reserved for you while you’re sailing between the mainland and islands. (Mhm, travelling just like the locals!) Athens: Will the ferries have Wi-Fi? Looking to disconnect from the world (and connect with your new travel pals)? Ferries are the place to be. The Wi-Fi and phone signal when sailing between islands (understandably) tends to be weak. That’s why we always recommend using an e-SIM or getting a local SIM so you can have continued connectivity. But there’s no need to worry if you don’t have one. All accommodations throughout the trip will have Wi-Fi available - so you can keep your Insta followers updated on all the fun! Athens: Do all of the hotels have pools? Almost every time. Most of our accommodations tend to have pool facilities. But hey, you’ve got the sparkling Aegean waters of Greece by your side. So if you wanna take a swim, you’ve got the entire sea to explore. Athens: Can I know what time the ferry will depart & arrive? Ferry departure & arrival timings tend to change for every trip. So if you’d like to know the exact time, you can contact our 24/7 customer service centre. Athens: All aboard! Time to sail from Athens to Mykonos, checking out that glittering sea view as we go. Includes reserved seating. Mykonos: We’ll set sail from marvellous Mykonos to perfect Paros, with reserved seating included. Paros: We’ll board the ferry in Paros and set sail for the sultry island of Santorini. With reserved seating included. Santorini: Don’t worry about getting from the hotel to Fira, we’ve got you covered. (It’s what we do best after all.) Ios: We’ll board the ferry in Ios and head back to where we started: the lovely Athens. Includes reserved seating. Santorini: We’ll board the ferry in Santorini and set sail for inspiring Ios. Includes reserved seating (think of us as your Ferry Godmother.)

Not included:

Flights

International and domestic flights not included.

Optional

Feast on traditional Greek dishes and see traditional Greek dances in the Plaka district of Athens EUR 40.00 Explore the cobbled streets of Mykonos town by night with a locally-guided walking tour EUR 28.00 Take a private cruise along the southern coast of Mykonos with swim stops and a picnic EUR 50.00 Uncover the archaeological jewel of the Cyclades, mythological Delos EUR 55.00 Visit the highlights of Santorini with a spectacular volcano cruise EUR 50.00 Visit Oia and soak up one of the world’s most famous sunsets EUR 28.00 Speedboat safari

Others

Arrival and departure transfers Tipping Other meals, snacks and drinks Pre and post tour accommodation Single supplement (Optional)

Insurance

Insurance not included. Travel insurance is required for all of our tours.

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Day 1 Day 1: Start Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start Athens

Hello island lovers! Welcome to Greece, and welcome to the best holiday of your life. It’s a big call to make on day 1, but we’re making it! Take a minute to unpack in settle in to our hotel before we meet up this evening. First your Trip Manager will give you the rundown of what to expect over the next 10 days, then exchange proper hellos with your fellow travellers over an included dinner.
Day 2 Day 2: Athens To Mykonos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Athens To Mykonos

With no time to waste, we’ll start our island hopping adventures today with our first destination: Mykonos. Let’s do this! Two nights on the island of Mykonos, how did we get so lucky? Even the boat ride across the Aegean will have you awe struck and in love. Tonight, you’ll have the option to join an exploration of Mykonos by night on a locally guided walking tour of the town’s cobbled streets.
Day 3 Day 3: Mykonos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Mykonos

Get ready for a day full of viewing coastal windmills, stuffing your face with olives, feta, and tzatziki. We’ll stroll down storybook streets dotted with those gorgeous blue domes and we’ll pick up some evil eye ornaments along the way to keep the bad vibes away. And this is all before you’ve even taken a dip in the ocean! Doesn’t get much better than this... The day is yours to soak up the sunshine and play in the sea.
Day 4 Day 4: Mykonos To Paros
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Mykonos To Paros

This morning we’re on to our next Greek island, Paros. Let’s spare a thought for all those travellers who only get to visit just one Greek Island, and then remember how lucky we are. Beaches, naturally sculpted swimming coves, a Byzantine church and traditional villages: we must be in Paros. You’re free to get into the sun and sea vibes. Those who feel like exploring can sign up for an optional trip to a traditional village where you’ll visit a local family-run bakery and shop the local handicrafts.
Day 5 Day 5: Paros
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Paros

Another day, another Greek Island delight. Hold tight - today we’re off for a visit to Naoussa, a fishing village with colourful fishing boats and white-washed houses. Tonight, you’ll have free time to explore the local area and find yourself some dinner, before heading out to sample the local nightlife.
Day 6 Day 6: Paros To Santorini
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Paros To Santorini

Paros, it’s been magical – but today we’re taking to the seas again, this time in search of Greece’s most insta-famous island: Santorini. Santorini, we have arrived! Tonight you’ll have an included transfer to Fira to explore Santorini’s capital and roam the cobbled streets.
Day 7 Day 7: Santorini
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Santorini

Rise and shine, Greek Island travellers! The island of Santorini won’t explore itself. Today is your day to take a swim at Perissa Beach, eat the local specialty of fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes, or roam and explore. You can even opt to take a visit to incredible Oia followed by a visit to the black sand beach of Santorini.
Day 8 Day 8: Santorini To Ios
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Santorini To Ios

A bit more rugged and remote than Santorini and Mykonos, Ios will prove a nice change of scenery for our final Island night. And thankfully, there will be no change in the good vibes or the time spent ocean side. We’ll join together for an included dinner tonight, with another free evening on the cards afterwards.
Day 9 Day 9: Ios
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Ios

Our final Island day, and your last chance to soak up the Greek sun and frolic in the sand without a care in the world. Now is your chance to get some adrenaline in with a speedboat safari, or take a leisurely stroll around the pretty village of Ios Chora and enjoy some stuffed zucchini flowers or baked feta drizzled with olive oil at a local cafe. It’s a free evening tonight, so you’re going to need the fuel if you want to hit the party scene of Hora until the break of dawn.
Day 10 Day 10: Ios To Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Ios To Athens

While choking back the tears and waving a sad goodbye to the dreamy islands of Greece, try to think positive thoughts: we have a boat ride to enjoy this morning, as well as one more night together in the city of Athens. Ready for one more dose of Athens and one last chance to hang out together? We’ll soak up the last rays of the Mediterranean sun this afternoon before an optional farewell dinner together.
Day 11 Day 11: End Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: End Athens

And just like that, it’s time for the goodbyes. As sad as they are, at least you have the memories. And another 300 Contiki trips to jump aboard! Make the most of your last free breakfast before you kick on to your next port of call and for those of you that have the time, there’s an optional city tour and Acropolis visit.

11 days tour

Greek Island Hopping (Standard, 11 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Greek Island Hopping (Standard, 11 Days)

Day 1: Start Athens

Day 2: Athens To Mykonos

Day 3: Mykonos

Day 4: Mykonos To Paros

Day 5: Paros

Day 6: Paros To Santorini

Day 7: Santorini

Day 8: Santorini To Ios

Day 9: Ios

Day 10: Ios To Athens

Day 11: End Athens

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