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Athens and a Santorini Break

Explore ancient Athens, enjoy Santorini’s volcanic bay views and have time to relax.

  1. 1Athens
  2. 2Santorini

From, per person~US$1,650

Designed by @snuck Shaped around your dates No payment to ask

Best May, Jun and Sep, Oct

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Spend two nights in Athens, two overlooking Santorini’s volcanic bay and a final night back in Athens. Private transfers, your own archaeology guide and a small-group sailing trip leave plenty of free time.

Length
5 nights
Route
Athens, Santorini, Athens
Best time
May, Jun and Sep, Oct
Ideal for
Couples wanting a short, comfortable first visit to Greece

Why you'll love it

  1. Explore the Acropolis with your own guide
  2. Stay above Santorini’s caldera, a bay formed by volcanoes
  3. Sail with a small group and have dinner onboard
  4. Take your time over breakfast and visit neighbourhood cafés
  5. Return to Athens before your international flight

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Athens

    Meet your driver at Athens airport and check into your hotel. If you arrive in time, walk through Plaka and choose a terrace restaurant for dinner.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Plaka or Koukaki
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 40–60 minutes

  2. Day 2

    Explore Athens with Your Guide

    Visit the Acropolis early with your own licensed guide, then explore the Acropolis Museum. The afternoon is free for lunch, a rest and a walk around the neighbourhood.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Plaka or Koukaki
    • Getting there: Walking, with private hotel transfers if needed; about 20–40 minutes of driving in total

  3. Day 3

    Fly to Santorini

    After breakfast, fly to Santorini and transfer to your room in Imerovigli, overlooking the caldera, the island’s volcanic bay. Settle in during the afternoon, then take a short village walk in the softer evening light.

    • Stay: 4–5-star boutique hotel in Imerovigli, caldera-view room
    • Getting there: Flight, about 50 minutes; private transfers, 60–90 minutes in total; allow 4–5 hours from hotel to hotel

  4. Day 4

    Sail Around the Caldera

    The morning is free for breakfast and time by the pool. Later, join a small group on a catamaran, with swimming stops if conditions allow and dinner served onboard.

    • Stay: 4–5-star boutique hotel in Imerovigli, caldera-view room
    • Getting there: Private transfers to and from the marina, about 30–50 minutes each way; small-group sailing, about 5 hours

  5. Day 5

    Return to Athens

    Have a final breakfast on the island before flying back to Athens. Check into your hotel, then spend the evening browsing small shops or taking your time over dinner.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in central Athens
    • Getting there: Flight, about 50 minutes; private transfers, 60–90 minutes in total; allow 4–5 hours from hotel to hotel

  6. Day 6

    Fly Home from Greece

    Have breakfast and check out without rushing. Your driver will take you to the airport with time to check in for your international flight.

    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 40–60 minutes

Where you'll stay

  1. 2 nights · days 1 to 24-star boutique hotel in Plaka or Koukaki
  2. 2 nights · days 3 to 44–5-star boutique hotel in Imerovigli, caldera-view room
  3. 1 night · day 54-star boutique hotel in central Athens

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. Maygood time to go
  6. Jungood time to go
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sepgood time to go
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Best from May, Jun and Sep, Oct. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Five nights in the hotel categories listed, with two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast
  • Return economy flights between Athens and Santorini, with checked baggage
  • Private airport transfers and transfers for scheduled activities
  • Private licensed guide and entry tickets for the Acropolis and its museum
  • Small-group catamaran sailing trip with dinner onboard

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Local stay taxes, paid at the hotels
  • Personal spending and tips
  • Applicable Indian taxes and Tax Collected at Source (TCS)

Good to know

  • The estimated starting price is per person, with two sharing a room, excluding international flights. It assumes booking ahead for May or early October and includes an allowance for premium upgrades based on researched market prices.
  • Travel times are estimates. Confirm flights for your dates; sailing plans may change with wind and sea conditions.
  • Hotels overlooking the caldera often have steps. Ask about suitable access and vegetarian or Jain meals before booking.

Before you go to Greece

Capital:
Athens
Language:
Greek
Currency:
EUR

Questions

How many days is the Athens and a Santorini Break trip?

5 nights and 6 days: Athens, Santorini, Athens.

How much does it cost?

From ₹1,55,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

May, Jun and Sep, Oct.

What is included?

Five nights in the hotel categories listed, with two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast, Return economy flights between Athens and Santorini, with checked baggage, Private airport transfers and transfers for scheduled activities, Private licensed guide and entry tickets for the Acropolis and its museum, Small-group catamaran sailing trip with dinner onboard.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa fees and travel insurance, Meals other than those listed, Local stay taxes, paid at the hotels, Personal spending and tips, Applicable Indian taxes and Tax Collected at Source (TCS).

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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