Athens, Paros & Naxos Adventure
The ancient capital of Athens, then 2 of the magical Greek Isles: Paros & Naxos; travel independently with flights, hotel & ferry included.
Style | Independent Package Freedom to explore at your own pace; unescorted | ||
Departures | August – October 2025 | ||
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What to Expect | This leisurely-paced, independent tour requires minimal walking and is suitable for most levels of physical fitness. This tour does not include a tour guide or escort.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
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Discover the magic of Athens and the Greek Isles of Paros and Naxos. This tour is designed for the independent traveler that loves to spend their days exploring the ancient secrets of the Greek islands, or basking on the sun-splashed Mediterranean beaches. Spend the evenings dining, dancing and enjoying everything the islands have to offer.
Spend two nights in Athens, stepping back in time as you explore the magnificent ancient ruins. Then, set off across the sparkling sea to start your Greek island hopping adventure. The first stop is the stunning island of Paros, adorned with whitewashed buildings connected by winding footpaths, neoclassical mansions, and postcard-worthy beaches. Board a high speed ferry and journey to the next island: Naxos. Stroll through the winding stone alleys and narrow arched alleys, admiring a variety of castles, temples, churches and archaeological sites that call the island home.
Package includes
- Flights
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Round trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) via scheduled carriers, including taxes & fees, with other gateways available on request
- 8 nights in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels
- 8 breakfasts
- Athens City Tour
- All transfers
- Ferries between Athens, Paros and Naxos
- Flight from Naxos to Athens
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Optional tour of Cape Sounion
- Hotel upgrades in Paros & Naxos
Why you'll love it
- Witness the Acropolis with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion.
- Visit the new Acropolis Museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens.
- Join an optional excursion to Cape Sounion and learn about the rich history of this area as you take in stunning views of the Aegean Sea.
- Discover the whitewashed Cycladic villages connected by well-preserved Byzantine footpaths, the Venetian castles, neoclassical mansions, and pristine beaches of Paros.
- Spend two days exploring Naxos, the largest and greenest island in the Cyclades.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Athens
- 3 Athens
- Optional Excursion: Cape Sounion , $55
- 4 Athens & Paros
- 5 Paros
- 6 Paros
- 7 Paros & Naxos
- 8 Naxos
- 9 Naxos & Athens
- 10 Depart Athens
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Check in for your overnight flight to Athens, Greece
Day 2 Athens
- Arrive in Athens, Greece, where you'll be met and escorted to your hotel
- Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure
Royal Olympic Hotel or similar
Day 3 Athens
- Enjoy a half day of sightseeing in Athens
- Spend the afternoon exploring the city independently, or join an optional excursion
Royal Olympic Hotel or similarBreakfast
Day 4 Athens & Paros
- Transfer via high speed ferry to Paros
- Spend the remainder of the day at leisure to explore Paros
Sunset View Hotel or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Paros & Naxos
- Transfer via high speed ferry to Naxos
- Spend the balance of the day exploring Naxos at leisure
Kavuras Village Hotel or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Naxos & Athens
- Explore Naxos at your own pace
- In the late afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens
Holiday Inn Attica Athens or similarBreakfast
Day 10 Depart Athens
- Return to the airport via hotel shuttle
- Bid farewell to Greece as you board your flight home
- Arrive in the USA later today
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Greece?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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