Athens (Greece) | Naxos (Greece) | Santorini (Greece) | Tinos (Greece)
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Arrive by 16:00 to catch an included arrival transfer to the hotel. After a welcome briefing in the evening, set off with your CEO and new travelling companions to take part in a hands-on (and delicious) cooking class of traditional Greek cuisine. Don the apron and join your new travel mates to learn how to make some of the country's most delectable dishes like dolmades, spanakopita and the ubiquitous tzatziki sauce. There is no better way to be introduced to a new culture than through it's cuisine with new friends.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city. If you pre-book the Athens Bike Tour for day 1, a pre-night is highly recommended. There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Join your fellow Solo-ish travellers to get a taste of real Athenian cooking by traditional Athenians, as you take fresh produce and create some of the country's most delectable and famous dishes. Meet new people and make memories you won't forget.
Enjoy a free morning to immerse yourself deeper into this historical city or to relax, then set off to discover Athens on an afternoon packed with highlights and local culture. The first stop is at a local non-profit cafe, Shedia Home, which supports the homeless community by providing purpose and employment. Next, you're off to some of the most iconic ancient Greek sites of the Agora, Acropolis and Parthenon where you will explore with a local guide. This evening join your CEO as we head up to Filopappou Hill for a wonderful sunset over Athens.
Take time to relax at Shedia Home, a non-profit cafe providing purpose and employment to over 150 individuals experiencing homelessness in Athens. You'll enjoy a drink while one of Shedia's guides recounts the recent history of Greece's financial crisis which has made initiatives like Shedia even more important for those who have found themselves without work and shelter. Your stop here supports their programs - including the cafe, art program, and magazine - all dedicated to supporting the community.
With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Set off to explore the ruins of Agora, located in the heart of modern Athens, which was once the site of the marketplace that was the political, cultural, social and economic centre of the ancient world. A place where the likes of Socrates, Plato and affluent Athenians used to gather to discuss philosophy, political issues, exchange gossip and trade. Next, visit the most famous of Athens' eight hills: the Acropolis, the ultimate architectural and artistic expression of the ancient Athenian spirit. See the Parthenon, built for the Goddess Athena in 447 BC. This Greek temple, despite the gradual state of ruin and damage sustained over time, still symbolizes the key ideals of harmony and balance that defined the Classical style of Greek architecture.
Set off with your CEO on a short hike up Filopappou Hill where at the top, you will toast the climb with the group and watch the sun set over the Acropolis below. Length: 2-3km Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour Elevation gain: 70-100m
Hop on an early ferry bound for the island of Tinos as we embark on an unforgettable day in the Greek Islands. From the port of Rafina, pull away from Athens and be sure to find a good spot to sit and enjoy the views. Upon arrival to Tinos, dive straight into it with a walking food tour of the old town, meeting local shop owners, sampling some fresh products and learning about life in the islands. Take the afternoon to continue exploring or to relax by the hotel pool soaking up the sun before heading out in the evening with your CEO for a surprise that will round out the day perfectly.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the worlds coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to 11. Immerse yourself in the authentic Tinian cuisine on a food and walking tour along the picturesque alleyways of the old town and discover how local tradition is featured in every single bite. Along the way you will savour island delicacies, talk to local shop owners, and learn about ethically sourced products in tandem with Tinos' culinary heritage.
Swap one beautiful Island for another today and hop over to gorgeous Mykonos by ferry. Join your CEO for an orientation walk to get your bearings before taking free time to enjoy this popular island, visit the windmills, and maybe treat yourself to a cocktail overlooking the ocean. Travel back to Tinos in the afternoon by ferry and later head out for an optional dinner with the group.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Explore the island of Mykonos, Greece's most famous cosmopolitan island. Named for the grandson of the Greek God Apollo, Mykonos' vibe is uniquely glam yet simple and has something for everyone. A vivid nightlife, beautiful beaches and historical sites draw in all kinds of travellers including celebrities, families, and students. Visit the local windmills and maybe enjoy a cocktail on a veranda overlooking Little Venice.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Today you will explore Tinos town with your CEO on a walking tour through the port settlement. After, use a free afternoon to explore however you wish. Refresh by the pool or take a walk to the nearest beach, visit Pyrgos, or look for a pottery or marble carving class.
Join your CEO for a walking tour of the town of Tinos, which will take you through most emblematic parts of this little port settlement. Visit the ?rchaeological Museum to see items from them Mycenaean era until the Roman times. Hear about the island's history, traditions and beliefs alike, and end up on a viewpoint with great views over the Aegean sea where you will get views over to the sacred island of Delos - birthplace of the twins Apollo and Artemis.
Enjoy some free time in paradise to relax by the pool or go to one of the local beaches.
Leave Tinos behind and travel by ferry to Naxos. After a bit of free time to relax, set out in the evening on a CEO-led walking tour of Naxos town, wandering the narrow winding alleys and see the imposing Venetian castle overhead on a hilltop. Soak in the island charm with Naxos' cobblestone streets and whitewashed buildings before finding a place to eat and enjoying an evening at leisure.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Explore the town of Naxos also called the Chora, with its imposing Venetian Castle (Kastro) that stands like a crown jewel on the hilltop, a marvellous stone construction. There is a thriving community inside the Castle with Venetian mansions, churches, the Kastro Cathedral in the main square, museums and a monastery. It's an absolute delight to explore the narrow winding alleys of Naxos town, where every corner uncovers a new perspective and old world charm of life in the Greek Islands.
Take on Naxos today on your terms. Perhaps join your CEO for a beach exploration or set off to do your own thing, maybe visiting the nearby castle on the hill and its museum or spend the day shopping, cafe-hopping, and relaxing on the beach.
Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.
Jump on a ferry and travel to the stunning and picturesque island of Santorini. Upon arrival set off with your CEO on a walk along the caldera for incredible views of the island and the sea. The walk is just under 11km and will take you along the rim of the caldera between Fira and Oia. Afterwards, enjoy an optional final dinner out with your travel mates and new friends.
Hike along the caldera cliff from Fira to Oia with your CEO as your guide. You'll pass through the villages of Firostefani and Imerovigli between Fira and Oia. At just under 11km the hike will take between 3 and 4 hours. Part of the path is similar to a sidewalk and some parts are cobblestone and others a simple dirt path. Enjoy the exercise and some of the best views in Santorini.
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Solo-Ish Greece tour:
25 Pireos str
Athens, Greece-10552
ΑΓΙΟΣ ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ ΧΩΡΑ ΝΑΞΟΥ ΝΑΞΟΣ - ΚΥΚΛΑΔΕΣ
Naxos, Greece-843 00
Perissa
Santorini, Greece-84703
Antoniou Sohou 22
Tinos, Greece-84200
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Solo-Ish Greece tour:
Max 16, avg 12.
Your G for Good Moment: Tour of Shedia Home and a Beverage, AthensYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupDinner Party: Athens Cooking Class, AthensWe Day: Guided tour of Ancient Agora, the Acropolis and the Parthenon, AthensG Day: Tinos Food Tour, TinosMe Day: Naxos Me Day, Naxos. Complimentary Arrival transfer. Sunset walk up Filopappou Hill. Day tour to Mykonos. Tinos walk. Free time in TInos and Naxos. Orientation walk in Naxos. Caldera walk in Santorini. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Explore the legendary ancient wonders of the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens, Island-hop your way across the Mediterranean from Athens to Santorini, Set off on a day trip to the sun-soaked beaches and charming streets of Mykonos, Hike along Santorini's stunning volcanic caldera rim from Fira to Oia
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Tinos- Beach TimeNaxos- Beach Time in Naxos- Local Village Visit- Naxos Beach Exploration
Hotels (8 nts) on a twinshare basis. If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option.
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide.
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. If you wish to take a guided city tour in any location where this is not already included in the itinerary, your CEO will do their best to help you arrange this and pay locally.
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Ferry, walking.
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge or ask your CEO where the closest laundromat is. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.