8-Day in Greece: Athens, Zakynthos & Santorini

Tour Overview

8-Day in Greece: Athens, Zakynthos & Santorini Tour is planned as a 8 Days / 7 Nights journey linking Athens, Zakynthos , Santorini. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.

Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Athens, Acropolis, Olympia, Santorini, Side. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.

Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, domestic flights, ferry connections. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.

Tour Highlights

Explore Athens with a guided visit to the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Panathenaic Stadium, and Temple of Olympian Zeus.

Experience the famous Navagio (Shipwreck Beach) aboard a speedboat and admire its dramatic limestone cliffs.

Discover the Blue Caves, where sunlight creates vibrant blue reflections across the crystal-clear sea.

Enjoy swimming opportunities in the turquoise waters surrounding Zakynthos during the included boat excursion.

Visit Santorini and admire its volcanic caldera, whitewashed villages, and panoramic views across the Aegean Sea.

Day 1: Visit Athens. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day 2: Visit Athens, Acropolis, Olympia. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day 3: Experience Zakynthos – Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Cruise.

Day 4: Visit Athens. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day 5: Visit Athens, Santorini. A scheduled transfer is part of the day.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Athens

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day2

Athens Sightseeing & Travel to Zakynthos

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens, Acropolis, Olympia.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. The Acropolis visit centers on the monumental hilltop complex and its classical monuments. The program also allows time to experience Olympia as part of the day’s scheduled route.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day3

Zakynthos – Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Cruise

The day follows the planned itinerary for Zakynthos – Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Cruise.

The sightseeing portion is arranged to give the day a clear progression between its principal visits, with enough time for the scheduled stops before continuing to the next part of the route.

At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day4

Zakynthos to Athens

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day5

Athens to Santorini by Ferry

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens, Santorini.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day6

Free Day in Santorini

The day follows the planned itinerary for Free Day in Santorini. The main route is built around Side, Santorini.

The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.

Day7

Santorini to Athens by Ferry

The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens, Santorini.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.

Day8

Departure from Athens

The day follows the planned itinerary for Departure from Athens. The main route is built around Athens.

Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.

Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated.

What's Included

Included

7 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast as specified in the itinerary.
Ferry transportation is included on the sectors specifically listed in the program.
Licensed guiding is included for the scheduled sightseeing visits.
Included service: Zakynthos Boat Trip — Shared boat trip to Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach and the Blue Caves on an SIC basis..
Private airport and hotel transfers are included for the relevant sectors of the itinerary.
Hotel accommodation is included as specified in the confirmed itinerary.

Not Included

Meals and drinks are excluded unless they are specifically listed as included.
Optional visits, activities and extra services outside the confirmed program are not included.
Personal expenses are not included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is accommodation included?

Yes. The package includes 7 nights of accommodation in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast.

Is the Zakynthos boat tour included?

Yes. The itinerary includes a shared boat excursion to Navagio (Shipwreck Beach) and the Blue Caves.

Are ferry and bus tickets included?

Yes. Bus transportation between Athens and Zakynthos, ferry tickets between Kyllini and Zakynthos, and ferry tickets between Athens and Santorini are included.

Are flights included?

No. Flights are not included in this tour package.

Is the Athens sightseeing tour guided?

Yes. A licensed English-speaking guide leads the half-day Athens sightseeing tour, and Acropolis Museum entrance is included.

What transfers are included?

Private airport and port transfers are provided in Athens, while coordinated shared shuttle transfers are included in Zakynthos and Santorini.

Is this tour suitable throughout the year?

Yes. The itinerary is available all year round, subject to transportation schedules and availability.

What meals are included?

Daily breakfast is included. Other meals and drinks are not included unless specifically stated in the itinerary.