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Best of Athens & Greek Islands Culinary Tour – 12 Days

Athens, Syros, Mykonos, Rhenia Island, Delos, Mykonos, Naxos, Santorini,
Duration

12 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Discover Greece Through Food, Wine, Culture & Island Beauty

Experience the ultimate Greek island adventure on this unforgettable 12-day Athens and Greek Islands Culinary Tour. Combining ancient history, authentic gastronomy, hands-on cooking experiences, world-famous islands, and breathtaking Aegean scenery, this journey offers the perfect balance of culture, relaxation, and culinary discovery.

Explore the historic treasures of Athens before island hopping through the stunning Cyclades, including Syros, Mykonos, Naxos, and Santorini. Learn traditional Greek cooking from local chefs, taste regional wines and cheeses, cruise across crystal-clear waters, visit iconic beaches, and discover the flavors that make Greece one of the world's top culinary destinations.

Perfect for food lovers, wine enthusiasts, culture seekers, and island explorers.

Activities
Food & Culinary Discovery Family Explorer In-depth Cultural Solo Travel Sightseeing Photography Museum

Tour Features

Duration
12 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
BOAGICT12

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culinary, Wine, Food & Tasting

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Athens

Pickup Time:

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Santorini

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Explore Athens and the legendary Acropolis with an expert guide

Itinerary

Day 1

Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner beneath the Acropolis while sampling traditional Greek cuisine and admiring one of the world's most iconic ancient monuments illuminated at night.

Meals: Dinner

Overnight: Athens

Highlights:

  • Airport Transfer
  • Dinner Under the Acropolis
  • Traditional Greek Cuisine
Day 2

After breakfast, join a guided tour of Athens' most famous landmarks.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Acropolis and discover the fascinating history of Ancient Greece. Continue through Mars Hill, the picturesque Plaka district, charming Anafiotika, and vibrant Monastiraki Square.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Athens

Highlights:

  • Acropolis Guided Tour
  • Parthenon
  • Mars Hill
  • Plaka District
  • Anafiotika Village
  • Monastiraki Square
Day 3

Today is dedicated to Greek gastronomy.

Join an immersive cooking class and learn how to prepare more than six traditional Greek dishes using fresh local ingredients. Discover authentic recipes, culinary techniques, and the secrets behind Greece's world-famous Mediterranean cuisine.

Enjoy the delicious meal you prepare together.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Athens

Highlights:

  • Hands-On Cooking Class
  • Traditional Greek Recipes
  • Local Market & Ingredient Education
  • Culinary Certificate & Recipes
Day 4

Transfer to the port and board your ferry to the elegant island of Syros, the cultural capital of the Cyclades.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time exploring the beautiful island.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight: Syros

Highlights:

  • Ferry Journey through the Aegean
  • Syros Island Exploration
  • Traditional Cycladic Architecture
Day 5

Discover the rich culinary traditions of Syros during a hands-on cooking class.

Learn how local dishes are prepared and enjoy a full homemade meal. Enhance your experience with an optional tasting of Cycladic wines paired with regional cheeses.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Syros

Highlights:

  • Traditional Cooking Workshop
  • Cycladic Cuisine
  • Local Wine & Cheese Tasting
  • Cultural Immersion
Day 6

Travel by ferry to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time exploring the charming whitewashed streets, boutiques, waterfront cafés, and iconic windmills.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Mykonos

Highlights:

  • Mykonos Town
  • Little Venice
  • Mykonos Windmills
  • Island Leisure Time
Day 7

Board a luxury cruise and sail to the unspoiled island of Rhenia.

Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax on secluded beaches, and enjoy a delicious onboard BBQ lunch with local specialties and unlimited refreshments.

Guests may also choose to visit the UNESCO-listed archaeological island of Delos, birthplace of Apollo according to Greek mythology.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Mykonos

Highlights:

  • Rhenia Island Cruise
  • Swimming & Sunbathing
  • BBQ Lunch Onboard
  • Open Bar
  • Optional Delos Archaeological Visit
Day 8

Take a scenic ferry journey to Naxos, the largest and most authentic island in the Cyclades.

Upon arrival, transfer to your boutique hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Naxos

Highlights:

  • Naxos Island
  • Traditional Villages
  • Authentic Greek Island Atmosphere
Day 9

Experience the true essence of Greek farm-to-table cuisine.

Visit a local farm where you'll harvest seasonal ingredients including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and local produce. Continue to a traditional restaurant where you'll prepare and enjoy a complete Greek meal paired with local wines.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Naxos

Highlights:

  • Local Farm Visit
  • Organic Ingredient Harvesting
  • Traditional Cooking Class
  • Wine Pairing Experience
Day 10

Travel to the spectacular island of Santorini.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the island's dramatic caldera views, charming villages, and world-famous sunsets.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Santorini

Highlights:

  • Santorini Arrival
  • Caldera Views
  • Oia Village
  • Sunset Experiences
Day 11

Experience one of Greece's most iconic excursions.

Sail around Santorini's volcanic caldera and visit the famous Red Beach, White Beach, Black Beach, Hot Springs, and Nea Kameni Volcano. Enjoy swimming opportunities, breathtaking scenery, and a traditional Greek BBQ dinner served onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Overnight: Santorini

Highlights:

  • Red Beach
  • White Beach
  • Black Beach
  • Hot Springs
  • Nea Kameni Volcano
  • Caldera Cruise
  • BBQ Dinner & Open Bar
Day 12

After breakfast, transfer to Santorini Airport for your departure flight.

Bid farewell to Greece with unforgettable memories of its cuisine, culture, islands, and hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast

End of Services

Included

3 Nights Athens – 4★ Hotel

2 Nights Syros – Boutique Hotel

2 Nights Mykonos – 4★ Hotel

2 Nights Naxos – Boutique Hotel

2 Nights Santorini – 4★ Hotel

Professional Licensed Guides

11 Breakfasts

7 Lunches

4 Dinners

Traditional Greek Cooking Experiences

BBQ Cruise Meals

Airport Transfers

Port Transfers

Ferry Tickets Between Islands

All Scheduled Excursion Transfers

Entrance Fees

Acropolis Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Athens Walking Tour

Greek Cooking Class in Athens

Cooking Class in Syros

Farm-to-Table Cooking Experience in Naxos

Mykonos Rhenia Cruise

Santorini Caldera Cruise

Wine & Culinary Experiences

Excluded

International Flights

Domestic Flights (if applicable)

Travel Insurance

Overnight Accommodation Tax

Personal Expenses

Additional Food & Beverages

Optional Activities

Delos Entrance Fee (if applicable)

Tips and Gratuities

Items Not Mentioned Under Included Services

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