Core places, not clutter
Athens, Mykonos and Santorini carry the story without scattering attention across too many short island stops.
Now Journey small-group tour
Athens & the Greek Isles
A beautifully paced 8-day Journey through ancient Athens, Mykonos and Santorini—with true small-group ease and time to enjoy the islands.
Athens → Mykonos → Santorini
- Typically 6 to 10 guests
- Max 16
- Tour Captain hosted
- Classic + Deluxe hotels
No obligation. No pressure.
8 Days / 7 NightsGreek Isles pace
3 DestinationsAthens + Mykonos + Santorini
6–10 GuestsMax 16
Classic + DeluxeHotel collections
10 Meal MomentsDeluxe collection plan
Your Journey at a Glance
Three Greek chapters. One seamless island rhythm.
Follow the core route southeast from Athens to Mykonos and Santorini, with Crete shown separately as an optional extension.
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- 01AthensArrival ease, neighborhood life and the Acropolis establish the Journey in the city where ancient and modern Greece meet.
- 02MykonosLittle Venice, the windmills, whitewashed lanes and a full island day shift the rhythm toward the Aegean.
- 03SantoriniCaldera views, Oia, Fira and volcanic wine country bring the core Greece Journey to a dramatic close.
Greece, distilled
Ancient stone. Island light. Caldera finale.
Athens gives the Journey its cultural beginning. Mykonos shifts the rhythm toward harbor light and whitewashed lanes. Santorini closes the story above the caldera, with volcanic wine country and a full island day at leisure.
The route stays focused, the scale stays personal, and hosted transitions keep the logistics from overpowering the places themselves.
Three distinct Greek settings, connected with enough time for each one to become more than a photograph.Now Journey design philosophy
Why Now Journey
Greece at a human pace.
A dedicated Tour Captain, local English-speaking guides and thoughtfully coordinated island logistics keep the Journey personal without filling every hour.
Leisure is built in
Guided context is balanced with time for beaches, cafés, villages, shopping and views at your own pace.
Island logistics, handled
Your Tour Captain coordinates airports, ferries, hotels and luggage so the islands feel connected without the usual transit friction.
Journey Story
From the Acropolis to the caldera.
The landscape changes, but the rhythm stays clear: cultural depth in Athens, island energy in Mykonos and a luminous finale in Santorini.
Chapter 1
Athens
Begin with ancient context, neighborhood life and the Parthenon before the island chapters unfold.
Chapter 2
Mykonos
Whitewashed lanes, windmills and a full leisure day give the Journey its breezy middle.
Chapter 3
Santorini
Volcanic landscapes, cliffside villages and a final aperitif bring the route to its high point.
Now, follow Greece day by day.
The Complete ItineraryThe functional heart of the Journey
The Complete Itinerary
Open one day at a time, or expand the complete 8-day sequence. Separately priced and optional experiences are labeled clearly.
Athens
Ancient stone and neighborhood life establish the Journey before the islands begin.
Day 1Welcome to GreeceArrival transfer · Discovery Walk · Welcome dinner
Meet the Journey team after customs for the included transfer to a centrally located Athens hotel. After time to settle in, join your Tour Captain for a neighborhood Discovery Walk and hosted welcome dinner.
Day 2Ancient Athens & the AcropolisAcropolis · Parthenon · Afternoon at leisure
Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon with a local guide, placing the temples, myths and democratic history of Athens into context. The afternoon is yours for cafés, museums or neighborhood wandering.
Mykonos
Little Venice, the windmills and a full island day loosen the rhythm after Athens.
Day 3Little Venice & Mykonos secretsFlight · Old Town Discovery Walk · Hosted dinner
Fly to Mykonos, settle into the island hotel, and follow your Tour Captain through Old Town, Little Venice, the Kato Milli windmills, Paraportiani and harbor lanes before a hosted dinner.
Day 4Mykonos at your paceBeaches · Chora · Optional Delos experience
Choose beaches, Chora's whitewashed lanes, local shopping, a quad adventure or a quiet day around the hotel.
Optional: A yacht cruise to Rhenia and Delos is listed from $185 per person and is not included.
Santorini
Caldera views, volcanic wine country, Oia and Fira bring the core Journey to its dramatic high point.
Day 5Across the Aegean to SantoriniFlight or ferry · Thera Discovery Walk · Dinner
Travel by flight or ferry to Santorini, with the method coordinated for your departure. Check in, begin discovering the surroundings on a walk through Thera, and gather for a hosted Santorini dinner.
Day 6Santorini's volcanic beautyPyrgos · Oia · Fira · Wine tasting
Discover an island shaped by fire, sea and village life above the caldera. Guided touring brings Santorini into focus through Pyrgos, Oia, Fira and the distinctive flavors of its volcanic wine country.
Day 7Caldera views at your paceFull leisure day · Optional cooking class · Aperitif
Relax by the pool, wander a village, shop, revisit a favorite view or choose an optional cooking class before the farewell aperitif.
Optional: The cooking class is listed from $185 per person and is not included.
Day 8Farewell to the Greek IslesDeparture day · Santorini Airport or optional Crete
The core Journey concludes in Santorini. Depart from Santorini Airport (JTR), or continue with a personally planned Crete extension or another Mediterranean chapter.
Optional · Quoted separately
Continue to Crete.
Crete is not part of the core Athens–Mykonos–Santorini Journey. Add two or three nights in Chania, with the final shape planned around your interests and available transportation.
- Chania and a local walking experience
- Winery visit possibilities
- Beach or ancient-site possibilities
- Casa Delfino Hotel & Spa or similar
Extension transportation, hotels and experiences are priced separately and confirmed in your proposal.
Add Crete to my proposalWhat's Included
The details are handled. The discoveries still feel yours.
Core accommodations, hosting, sightseeing and island support are organized for you. Required and optional costs remain clearly separated.
Personally hosted
- Dedicated Now Journey Tour Captain
- Local expertise where described
- Discovery Walks and practical support
7 hotel nights
- 2 nights in Athens
- 2 nights in Mykonos
- 3 nights in Santorini
- Classic or Deluxe collection
Deluxe meal plan
- 6 breakfasts
- 3 hosted dinners
- 1 farewell aperitif
- Classic meal inclusions vary by departure
Signature Greece
- Guided Athens highlights
- Mykonos Discovery Walk
- Santorini touring and wine experience
- Athens arrival transfer and luggage support
Required and optional costs, clarified
Required inter-island transportation is $660 per person, separate from the land price and international airfare, and due at booking. International airfare, Tour Captain gratuities, optional yacht and cooking experiences, and the Crete extension are not included in the core land price.
Your Home in Greece
Choose Classic or Deluxe.
Both collections follow the same core itinerary and include the same Tour Captain support. Exact properties vary by departure and availability.
Classic + Deluxe
Athens
Classic example: Hotel Fresh or similar. Deluxe examples include Academias Hotel, Hotel Grande Bretagne, Electra Palace or similar.
Island setting
Mykonos
Classic example: Niriides Homes & Villas or similar. Deluxe examples include the Myconian Collection or similar.
Caldera character
Santorini
Classic example: Oia Sunset or similar. Deluxe examples include Katikies Santorini, Atrina Canava 1984 or similar.
Photography presents each destination setting and is not a guarantee of a specific property. Room categories, views and exact hotels may vary; a Journey Designer can discuss the current collection for your departure.
Dates & Prices
Choose your moment in Greece.
Prices are per person in US dollars, based on two guests sharing a room. Required inter-island transportation of $660 per person is additional and due at booking. International airfare is not included.
2026 departures Available by request
Your preferred 8-day window
Classic: $6,879
Deluxe: $7,979
Deluxe: $7,979
Per person, double occupancy
By requestRequest my datesA Journey Designer will confirm the exact 8-day core dates, hotel collection and island transportation for your proposal. Optional Crete extension nights are planned and priced separately.
Inter-island transportation
The required flight or ferry charge is $660 per person, separate from the land price and international airfare. The exact Mykonos-to-Santorini method varies by departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
A few things travelers ask first.
Straight answers about airports, group size, island transportation, hotels and the optional Crete extension.
Where does the Journey begin?
In Athens. Use Athens International Airport (ATH); the arrival support and transfer described in the itinerary are included.
Where does the core Journey end?
The core Journey ends in Santorini. Use Santorini Airport (JTR) unless you add Crete or another extension.
How many guests travel?
The Journey is designed for a minimum of 6 guests and a maximum of 16, typically traveling with 6 to 10 guests.
How active is the tour?
Plan for approximately 45 to 90 minutes of walking on many sightseeing days, including uneven historic streets, steps and island terrain.
Are flights or ferries included?
Inter-island transportation is arranged for the departure but charged separately at the currently published $660 per person. The route uses a flight from Athens to Mykonos and a flight or ferry from Mykonos to Santorini, depending on departure.
What is the difference between Classic and Deluxe?
Classic uses selected 3-star-plus properties; Deluxe uses selected 4- and 5-star properties. The core itinerary and Tour Captain support remain the same.
Is Crete included?
No. Crete is a separately priced optional extension with Chania, local touring, winery possibilities and additional leisure time.
Are optional experiences included?
No. Experiences such as the Rhenia and Delos yacht cruise or Santorini cooking class are optional, separately priced and subject to availability.
Ready to begin?
Ready for Greece at a gentler pace?
Ask a Journey Designer to compare Classic and Deluxe hotels, talk through island transportation, or add Crete to the conversation.
No obligation. Just a conversation about your Journey.