Greek Island Hopping Plus | Summer | 2025
Greek Island Hopping Plus | Summer | 2025
Greek Island Hopping Plus | Summer | 2025
11 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, Ios
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BBGIAMP20
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Greek Island Hopping Plus" tour in summer 2025, exploring the stunning beauty of Greece's iconic islands. Begin your adventure in Athens, where you'll enjoy private transfers and reserved ferry seating as you sail to Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, and Ios. Delight in daily breakfasts and select dinners, savoring authentic Greek cuisine. Stay in comfortable accommodations, often with pool facilities, and enjoy Wi-Fi access throughout your trip. Discover the vibrant nightlife of Mykonos, the charming villages of Paros, the breathtaking views of Santorini, and the lively atmosphere of Ios. With guided tours and a sailing adventure around Paros, this tour offers a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Whether you're soaking up the sun on pristine beaches or capturing the perfect photo of Santorini's blue domes, this island-hopping experience promises memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Dorian Inn (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
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: Athens To Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Mykonos To Paros
Location: Paros
Accommodation Name: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Paros
Location: Paros
Accommodation Name: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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, we'll tuck into an included dinner at a local restaurant, before heading out to sample the local nightlife.
Day 6: Paros To Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Iliada - Odysseas Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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 the chance to join us on a cruise and take in the iconic Fira.
Day 7: Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: Iliada - Odysseas Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Santorini To Ios
Location: Ios
Accommodation Name: Far Out Beach Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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: Ios
Location: Ios
Accommodation Name: Far Out Beach Resort (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: Ios To Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Dorian Inn (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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: End Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations, including hotels like Dorian Inn, Paradise Beach, Asterias, Hotel Nikos, and Far Out Beach Resort (or similar) throughout your journey.
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Meals
Enjoy daily breakfasts and select dinners at local restaurants, offering a taste of authentic Greek cuisine.
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Transportation
All inter-island transfers included, ensuring a seamless island-hopping experience across the stunning Greek islands.
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Guided Tours
Explore the highlights of each destination with guided tours, including historic Athens, the picturesque streets of Mykonos and Paros, the iconic beauty of Santorini, and the vibrant nightlife of Ios.
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Sailing Adventure
Enjoy a sailing adventure around Paros, soaking up the sun and the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea.
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Private Transfers in Athens
Private transfers are provided from the hotel to the port and from the port to the hotel in Athens.
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Reserved Ferry Seating
Reserved seating is included on all ferry rides between the islands.
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Day Trip to Fira
Enjoy a day trip to Fira in Santorini, perfect for capturing photos of the iconic white houses and blue domes.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights to and from the start and end points are not included and must be purchased separately.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended for all travelers but is not included in the tour price.
Please arrange your own. -
Optional Activities
Any optional activities mentioned in the itinerary, such as a cruise in Santorini or a visit to an organic farm in Paros, are not included in the tour price.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities for tour guides and drivers are not included and are at your discretion.
Dining Summary
3 Dinner (D)10 Breakfast (B)
FAQs
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.
Included Experience
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 hotel to the port.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: Enjoy a day trip to Fira and bask in the golden sun as you walk through Santorini's iconic white houses and blue domes. This is the perfect photo op so make sure your phones and cameras are at the ready!Ios: We'll board the ferry in Ios and head back to where we started: the lovely Athens. Includes reserved seating.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.Santorini: We'll board the ferry in Santorini and set sail for inspiring Ios. Includes reserved seating (think of us as your Ferry Godmother.)
Mode of Transport
All inter-island transfers included, ensuring a seamless island-hopping experience across the stunning Greek islands.
Accommodation
Stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations, including hotels like Dorian Inn, Paradise Beach, Asterias, Hotel Nikos, and Far Out Beach Resort (or similar) throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of seating is available on the ferries during the tour?
You will have a standard seat reserved for you while sailing between the mainland and islands, allowing you to travel just like the locals.
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Will there be Wi-Fi available on the ferries?
The Wi-Fi and phone signal on the ferries tend to be weak, so it's recommended to use an e-SIM or get a local SIM for connectivity. However, all accommodations throughout the trip will have Wi-Fi available.
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Do all the hotels on the tour have pools?
Most of the accommodations tend to have pool facilities, but you also have the sparkling Aegean waters of Greece nearby for swimming.
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How can I find out the ferry departure and arrival times?
Ferry departure and arrival timings can change for every trip, so it's best to contact the 24/7 customer service center for exact times.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes daily breakfasts and select dinners at local restaurants, offering a taste of authentic Greek cuisine.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations, including hotels like Dorian Inn, Paradise Beach, Asterias, Hotel Nikos, and Far Out Beach Resort or similar.
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Are international flights included in the tour package?
No, international flights to and from the start and end points are not included and must be purchased separately.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour price?
Travel insurance is not included in the tour price, but it is highly recommended for all travelers to arrange their own.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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