Highlights of the Greek Islands

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

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.

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:

During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

LUGGAGE NOTE:

Please note there will be a 15 minute walk with your luggage from the ferry to the hotel in Tinos.

FERRY NOTE:

Although we always try to confirm the most desirable ferry time slot, ferry schedules are limited in the months of May and September.

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.

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

Hike to Mount Zas for sweeping views across Naxos to Paros and the Little Cyclades, and stand on the highest point in the Cyclades. Trace thyme-scented trails past limestone outcrops and peek into Zeus’ cave, linked to myths of the sky god’s youth.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour, weather permitting. Expect a moderate ascent on rocky paths; sturdy shoes and water are essential. The reward is a skyline of islands and a moment to pause for photos and reflection.

Toast the journey over a shared meal at a cliff-side restaurant, pairing sunset over the caldera with volcanic dishes like Santorini fava and tomato keftedes. Sip crisp Assyrtiko and sample regional wines shaped by mineral-rich soils and sea breezes.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. It’s an atmospheric close to your Cycladic chapter—golden light on whitewashed terraces, Aegean horizons, and flavors that tell the island’s story.

Take a beginner surf lesson on Tinos at a north-coast beach such as Kolimvithra, where the Meltemi creates playful swells. Learn ocean safety, practice pop-ups on soft boards, and ride a forgiving soft beach break with confidence-building coaching.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour, subject to conditions. Local instructors provide all gear and tailor the session to the day’s winds—an energizing way to meet the Aegean beyond the shoreline.

Cruise the Aegean by ferry as you weave between the Cycladic islands—Tinos, Naxos, and Santorini. Watch whitewashed villages climb rocky headlands, feel the breeze on sea-sprayed decks, and trace the cobalt horizon where sky and water blur.

These classic crossings reveal Greece’s maritime lifeline: bustling harbours, fishermen mending nets, and inter-island comings and goings. It’s a moving balcony on Cycladic geography and daily life, with time to pause for photos and reflection as the islands rise from the Aegean.

Explore Mykonos Town’s maze of whitewashed lanes, visit the windmills of Kato Mili, and linger by the waterfront in Little Venice. Seek out the asymmetrical Panagia Paraportiani church and browse chic boutiques and cafés perched above the Aegean.

Learn how 16th-century mills once harnessed the Meltemi winds and how Venetian traders shaped the seafront quarter of Alefkandra. Between blue-shuttered homes and bougainvillea-draped balconies, this glamorous yet traditional island invites you to pause for photos and reflection at every turn.

Join a guided island tour across serene Tinos, pausing for coffee in balconied Dio Choria, crossing the lunar boulder fields of Volax—famed for basket-weaving in Volax—and discovering the marble-carving heritage of Pyrgos. A traditional village lunch showcases Cycladic flavors and hospitality.

See stone dovecotes near Tarabados and gaze over the Aegean from terraced hillsides. Tinos’ artistry shines in workshops and squares where sculptors like Giannoulis Chalepas once trained. Between craft traditions and sea views, this tour blends culture, scenery, and island life in one unhurried sweep.

Enjoy an orientation walk through Naxos Town’s castle lanes and harborfront, then cross to the Portara, the monumental marble gateway to an unfinished 6th-century BC temple. The headland setting frames the sea and Paros beyond—an irresistible spot to watch the sunset.

Rising on its rocky islet, this ancient marble gateway recalls Naxos’ classical past under tyrant Lygdamis. The massive blocks—some weighing around 20 tonnes—speak to an era of ambition and artistry, while the causeway stroll offers salt air, history, and luminous evening color.

Hike the caldera rim from Fira to Oia, threading through Firostefani and Imerovigli with far-reaching views over Nea Kameni and the Aegean. Skirt the buttress of Skaros Rock along lava-formed paths, white chapels, and blue domes poised above the sea.

Volcanic geology sets the stage—pumice underfoot, sheer cliffs at your side—as you trace Santorini’s dramatic amphitheater. Gentle gradients mix with cobblestone and dirt sections, rewarding steady steps with airy panoramas and, time permitting, the glow of sunset over the lagoon.

Join a convivial group dinner at a neighborhood taverna—think grilled octopus, herb-rubbed souvlaki, and crisp horiatiki—paired with house wine or ouzo. It’s an easygoing way to connect with travel companions and sample regional meze on your first evening in Greece.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Expect friendly service, warm conversation, and the easy tempo of an Athenian night—an inviting prelude to island life and the rhythm of the Aegean.

Visit a local microbrewery to learn about small-batch island ales before you sample regional beers in a guided tasting. Pair the pours with Naxian graviera cheese and a nip of citrusy kitron liqueur for a distinctly local flavor profile.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Hear how water, climate, and island ingredients shape each brew, and enjoy a relaxed, social setting that pairs perfectly with meze and conversation between wander-filled hours.

Meet your group in the capital to meet your CEO, align on the journey ahead, and get a concise trip briefing. Hear practical tips on ferries, island etiquette, and neighbourhood tavernas so you can shape your free time with confidence and ease.

This relaxed gathering channels Greece’s spirit of philoxenia while clarifying logistics for smooth island-hopping. Expect pointers on packing for breezy decks and coastal walks, plus local suggestions that help you enjoy a free evening at your own pace—typically early in the tour.