Hermes Escape

On arrival transfer to Athenian Callirhoe Hotel or similar. Rest of the day at leisure.

After breakfast, discover the ancient city of Athens with a morning sightseeing tour including visit to the Acropolis. Climb the hill to the building standing atop to see one of the most recognisable buildings in the world. Admire the sweeping views of the city then continue on with the coach tour to see the site of the first modern Olympics, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and Syntagma Square, home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Afternoon free to explore the historical section of the city known as the Plaka. Overnight in Athens. (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the port for ferry (aircraft type seats) to the beautiful island of Mykonos. Upon arrival transfer to Pelican Bay Hotel or similar. In the afternoon free time to explore town. See famous Windmills, Little Venice known for great sunset, Paraportiani church, the small fishermen port with the Church of Saint Nicholas, and ‘Yialos’ area with all cafés and restaurants. (B)

After breakfast pick up for and island tour. Drive to picturesque small port of St. Ioannis and visit in the church. Continue to Ano Mera Villagefor a visit of a local farm. A light snack lunch will be offered to all visitors, consisting of local products from the farm itself. Next the local monasteries of “Panagia Tourliani”, also take a glimpse at the nearby open air market. Continue passing by beaches of “Kalo Livadi”, “Kalafati” and “Aghia Anna” for a photo stop. Continue to Myconian Traditional Small Vineyard, where you will be offered a snack light lunch consisting of bread, tomatoes, kopanisti, cucumbers and poor man’s black olives, along with traditional raki. Proceed to a very well known site in order to capture a panoramic Mykonos Town photo. After the tour drop of in town or transfer back to your hotel. Afternoon free. Overnight in Mykonos. (B)

Morning free in Mykonos. Afternoon transfer to port for fast ferry to Santorini. On arrival transfer to hotel Aegean Plaza or similar for overnight. (B)

After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel Pick up for the comprehensive tour of the island. Visit Ancient Acrotiri excavation often compared to famous Pompei. Visit Red Beach and Black sandy beach of Perivolas. Guided tour of narrow streets of the most traditional villages of Megalohori and Pyrgos. Next stop is the local winery for the opportunity to taste the local wines. Continue to Oia village to watch the famous sunset. Transfer back to hotel. Entrance fee & lunch not included. Overnight in Santorini. (B)

Free day. Wander through the white cobbled streets of Fira, a town of about 2000 inhabitants, and feel the old-world charm blend with modern day comforts. Visit Gold Street to find the most interesting and beautiful jewellery. Walk a short section of the famous Santorini donkey roads, which were frequently used by the locals to carry their goods. Take advantage of a free day to explore this beautiful island. Visit Oia village or catch a local bus and spend a day on one of the island’s famous black sand beaches. In the late afternoon take an optional sunset cruise and bear witness to the famous sunsets from the water. Swim in the Mediterranean, sip wine and feast on a barbeque dinner. Overnight Santorini. (B)

Transfer to the airport for flight to Rhodes (direct or via Athens). On arrival transfer to Plaza or Mediterranean Hotel or similar. Rest of the day at leisure. As Rhodes is one of the largest and most beautiful of the Greek Islands there are many options available. Take an optional day cruise to a nearby island or choose to hire a car. Travel to see the Valley of the Butterflies on the western side of Rhodes Island, approximately 27km from Rhodes city. Alternatively spend a day on one of the island’s beautiful beaches of Kallithea, Ladiko Anthony Quinn or Faliraki. (B)

Time to learn the secrets of Rhodes Town during morning sightseeing tour. Admire the main sites on the way as well as gain local knowledge about restaurants, bars, transportation, tours and secrets known to locals only with the help of our English speaking Guide. Walk towards the old town passing by the Casino of Rhodes, the Turkish cemetery and the Mandraki port before entering the medieval city of Rhodes through the moat (Tafro). Continue stroll along the Knights’ Street, a cobble stone street lined with the “Inns”, 15th and 16th Century buildings, where the knights have lived divided according to their nationalities. Travel back in time and experience the medieval character of the beautiful old town, declared a World Heritage Site. Visit to the Palace of Grand Master included (entrance fee approx. euro 6 payable locally). Rest of day at leisure. Overnight in Rhodes. (B)

After breakfast at the hotel transfer to port or airport. (B)