What to expect
Paros
Discover its traditional towns & sandy beaches
Mykonos
Explore the cosmopolitan gem of the Aegean Sea
Santorini
Soak up the sunsets and sights
About this trip...
- Return flights & transfers
- 2 Ferry Island Transfers
- Airport taxes & charges
- Twin/double room for single use with private facilities
- Solos Board: Breakfast daily & 3 Dinners
- Welcome drink & information meeting
- 3 Town orientation walks
- Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
- Fully financially protected
- Insurance - see here
- Greek Climate Resilience Tax: Per night, payable locally: 4* - €10, 3* - €5 (subject to change)
Greek Island Hopper
Mykonos
Mykonos - Petinos Beach Hotel Four-star
The pool side restaurant Thea serves Mediterranean dishes, fresh fish and snacks throughout the day. At the a la carte restaurant Blue Myth guests can enjoy romantic candlelit dinners with spectacular views of the bay. The front desk is at the guests’ disposal 24/7, offering tourist information, laundry and ironing service. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Each guestroom at Petinos Beach Hotel comes with bright décor, wooden ceilings and antique-style furnishings. Some rooms also offer work desks.
Paros
Next we transfer to Paros for two nights where we will stay in a comfortable three-star hotel located in Parikia Town. Situated in the very heart of the Cyclades group, Paros is a gem and the very archetype of Greek Island life, with a host of features on offer to visitors; a cosmopolitan atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, ancient monuments, monasteries, churches and stunning sandy beaches. It has traditional towns - Parikia and Naousa - each boasting elegant restaurants, quaint taverns, lively bars and cafés. Paros is also a beach bum's haven, with a multitude of large beaches suitable for relaxing, partying and even windsurfing. On day five, we will gather for a dinner at the Ephesus restaurant located on Livadia Beach.
Paros - Eri Hotel three-star or Panorama hotel three-star
The Eri Hotel is a three-star family hotel, situated in a quiet part of Parikia. The Port of Parikia is only 800m away and the closest beach only 300m. It takes a pleasant 10 minutes to reach the city centre. Hotel boasts an abundance of areas which have a breathtaking view of the mountains or the sea, allowing the guest to enjoy a lovely sense of serenity and freedom.
Santorini
Did we save the best till last? We’ll let you decide as we spend our final couple of nights on the iconic Greek island of Santorini – the star of the show. Santorini, also known as Thera, is essentially what remains of an enormous, 16th Century BC volcanic explosion that destroyed the original early settlements on what was formerly a single island and leading to the creation of the current geological caldera. In a place famous for its breathtaking views and stunning sunsets, it has the five villages of Fira, Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani and Akrotiri which sits atop the caldera and offers spectacular views into the crater that was created by the ancient eruption. What remains is an incredible panorama and a magical setting for hikes, infinity pools, luxury hotels, clifftop wineries, and dreamy sunset dinners. We will stay in a four-star hotel situated a 10 minute walk from Santorini's town of Fira. When we arrive, we can relax or join our Tour Leader on a orientation walk around Fira, taking in some of the best views on the island. On day six, we enjoy a group dinner at Ellinikon Restaurant in Fira.
Santorini - Albatros Hotel Four-star
Situated in a blooming garden in Karterados, a 15-minute walk from the centre of Fira in Santorini.
Accommodation
Greek Islands Hoppper
- Mykonos - Petinos Beach Hotel Four-star
- Paros - Eri Hotel three-star or Panorama hotel three-star
- Santorini - Albatros Hotel Four-star
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
- in Mykonos archaeological Delos tour. Depart at 9.00 from the hotel (local bus), walk through the town of Mykonos and reach the port where the boats to “Delos” are anchored. The boat departs at 10.00. After a 30 minute ride reach the isle of Delos which is open to the public for morning visits. Walk through the archaeological site, which is spread throughout the island and visit the house of Hermes, the terrace of the Lions, the temple of the Delians, the Minoan fountain and many more, guided by a professional guide. Return to Mykonos around 14:00 hrs.Cost: 65 Euro per person, including: Boat ticket, entrance fee, professional guide on the island.
- in Paros half-day bus tour to Naoussa and Kolymbithres beach for lunch and swimming. Depart after breakfast, at 10:00 am for a visit at the "100 gates church". One of the oldest Christian orthodox churches in Europe, which dates back to the 4th century A.D. Spend about 45 minutes on a guided tour and learn about the Greek traditional life style. Then hop on a private bus that will drive us at the picturesque village of "Naoussa" with the famous marble port for pictures, end up at the unique, because of its rocky pure granite formations, beach of "Kolymbithres". Greek lunch and one drink included and then lay on the beach for a couple of hours until you are ready to jump into the water.Cost: 65 Euro per person, including: Private bus, traditional Greek lunch, one drink and guide throughout. (minimum 10 passengers to operate trip!)
- in Santorini full day volcano tour with traditional “Kaiki” and Oia bus tour for the sunset.Depart from the hotel at 09:00 am for a picturesque walk along the famous Cliffs of Santorini. After a short stop for pictures and information about the island, end at the cable car which will take us to the old port. Hop on a Greek caique for a 20 minute ride to the volcano of Santorini. After a 30 minute hike we reach the active crater of “King George”. Return back to the caique and sail around the volcano where the warm springs are situated. Jump or be pushed off the boat, swim into the springs and enjoy spreading mud on your face. We enjoy diving and swimming in the Greek blue waters!!! Whilst you are pretending to be a mermaid, lunch is served on board! Afterwards, return back to the old port and catch the cable car which will take you back to the main town.Free time to explore the amazing island.Depart in late afternoon for a drive to one of the most beautiful villages in Greece, the colourful “Oia”. Oia offers a beautiful view of the Caldera, great shopping and view of the sunset. Keep in mind that “Oia” is traditionally the best place on earth to pop the question! Return to the bus and drive back to main town.Cost: 125 Euro per person), including: Private boat to the Volcano and entrance fee, round tickets for the cable car, lunch on board, private bus to the village of Oia, guide throughout. (minimum 10 passengers to operate trip!)
- Good trainers/walking boots
- Comfortable sandals
- Waterproof jacket
- Shirts or t-shirts
- Lightweight fleece or jumper
- Daysack/rucksack
- Swimwear
- Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses
- Mosquito repellent
- ....your camera – the scenery is wonderful!