ATHENS, MYKONOS, EPHESUS, PATMOS, RHODES, CRETE, SANTORINI, DELPHI AND OLYMPIA
The Greeks have a word for a feeling that expresses joy, fun, passion and loving life: kefi. Our Greece land and island tour lets you fully embrace the spirit of this region, which gave birth to Western civilization, the Olympics and the healthful Mediterranean diet! You’ll experience all of the Greek classics—seeing the Acropolis and Parthenon, sailing the sparkling-blue Aegean Sea, and stopping at mythical islands like Mykonos, Crete, and Santorini. Along the way, you’ll soak up sun, breezes, and timeless vistas. Let’s raise a glass of ouzo to finding your kefi on this odyssey through spectacular Greece and the Greek Islands. 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor!
Extend Your Trip! Enjoy our Spectacular Greece with Island Cruise & Crete tour which includes three nights in Crete!
Did you know you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.
Itinerary at
a Glance
Tour Itinerary:
- 1 night in Athens
- 4-night Greek Island Cruise (including Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and more)
- 1 night in Delphi
- 1 night in Olympia
- 2 nights in Athens
Tour Highlights
Your Tour Includes
- Optional round-trip airfare from the New York area (varies by departure) including taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
- Intra-Greece ground transportation and transfers by air-conditioned motorcoach
- Accommodation at first-class and deluxe hotels
- 4-night Celestyal Cruise (includes unlimited non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks on board*, gratuities for crew and port charges)
- 21 meals: 9 full American breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 8 dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours in Athens, Olympia and Delphi
- Two included shore excursions and optional shore excursions available to purchase on board the cruise
- English-speaking guides (cruise escort and guide for land portion)
- Professional guides for included sightseeing tours
Tour Itinerary
Guided Tour Pricing
Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA. Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination. Please note this may change your tour start date.
2023 Tours | With Flights | |
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Sat — Tue
Apr 29—May 9 |
No flight available | |
Sat — Tue
May 13 — 23 |
From
$4,449
$3,949
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Sold Out |
Sat — Tue
May 20 — 30 |
From
$4,399
$3,899
|
Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
May 27—Jun 6 |
From
$4,249
$3,749
|
Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Jun 3 — 13 |
From
$4,349
$3,849
|
Book with Flights Only 5 spots left |
Sat — Tue
Jun 17 — 27 |
From
$4,299
$3,799
|
Sold Out |
Sat — Tue
Jul 15 — 25 |
From
$4,499
$3,999
|
Sold Out |
Sat — Tue
Jul 29—Aug 8 |
From
$4,349
$3,849
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Aug 19 — 29 |
From
$4,349
$3,849
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Sep 2 — 12 |
From
$4,299
$3,799
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Sep 9 — 19 |
From
$4,449
$3,949
|
Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Sep 16 — 26 |
From
$4,399
$3,899
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Sep 23—Oct 3 |
From
$4,449
$3,949
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Sep 30—Oct 10 |
From
$4,149
$3,649
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Book with Flights |
Sat — Tue
Oct 7 — 17 |
From
$4,549
$4,049
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Book with Flights Only 2 spots left |
Sat — Tue
Oct 14 — 24 |
From
$4,299
$3,799
|
Book with Flights |
2023 Tours | Tour Only | |
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Sun — Tue
Apr 30—May 9 |
From
$3,449
$2,949
|
Sold Out |
Sun — Tue
May 14 — 23 |
From
$3,549
$3,049
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Sold Out |
Sun — Tue
May 21 — 30 |
From
$3,599
$3,099
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
May 28—Jun 6 |
From
$3,449
$2,949
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Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Jun 4 — 13 |
From
$3,549
$3,049
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Book Tour Only Only 5 spots left |
Sun — Tue
Jun 18 — 27 |
From
$3,399
$2,899
|
Sold Out |
Sun — Tue
Jul 16 — 25 |
From
$3,599
$3,099
|
Sold Out |
Sun — Tue
Jul 30—Aug 8 |
From
$3,349
$2,849
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Aug 20 — 29 |
From
$3,549
$3,049
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Sep 3 — 12 |
From
$3,599
$3,099
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Sep 10 — 19 |
From
$3,649
$3,149
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Sep 17 — 26 |
From
$3,699
$3,199
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Sep 24—Oct 3 |
From
$3,749
$3,249
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Oct 1 — 10 |
From
$3,349
$2,849
|
Book Tour Only |
Sun — Tue
Oct 8 — 17 |
From
$3,649
$3,149
|
Book Tour Only Only 2 spots left |
Sun — Tue
Oct 15 — 24 |
From
$3,399
$2,899
|
Book Tour Only |
* Departures designated as "Guaranteed" may be canceled or rescheduled only under Extraordinary Circumstances, for example in situations deemed to be unsafe or nonviable due to local conditions. See Terms & Conditions for full details.
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a
date above to see the rates for that specific departure.
For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.
Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone
(1.800.337.7773)
and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable,
non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the
time of reservation.
Deposits are $300 per person.
Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.
Space and prices subject to availability.
Please see the
smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete
booking information.
Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.
Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.
Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.
Featured Accommodations
Before You Depart
COVID-19 UPDATE
Departing the U.S.: For the safety of everyone in the group, smarTours has implemented COVID-19 travel requirements which apply to all tours regardless of destination. To learn more, click here.
Please note destination entry requirements are changing rapidly. smarTours will communicate entry requirements in your Tour Documents 10–14 days prior to departure. For up-to-date information, please click the links below.
- Entry requirements
- State Department Travel Advisory Updates (Greece, Turkey)
- Center for Disease Control Updates & Information (Greece, Turkey)
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Flights from the U.S. and back are on the following schedules. Please make sure to allow sufficient time for clearing customs and immigration if you are planning a connecting flight. We recommend at least three-and-a-half hours. Please note that flight schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
Departure | Airline | Airport | Depart | Return |
2022: April – October | Emirates Airlines | Newark (EWR) | 11:55 PM | 9:30 PM |
ADVANCE SEAT ASSIGNMENT
Our selected airlines do not assign seats in advance, and smarTours is not involved in seat assignments. Seat assignments can only be arranged at the airport upon check-in.
LAND-ONLY TRAVELERS
International flights to/from the U.S. are not included. Land-only travelers are responsible for arranging entry and exit flights, as well as their arrival and departure transfers. smarTours cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by air schedule changes and delays. Unused land services are non-refundable.
Generally, check-in at hotels is not before 4:00 PM and check-out is prior to 12:00 PM. If arriving early or departing late, hotels usually allow travelers to store their luggage in the luggage room.
PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
You must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. U.S. citizens do not require visas. Non-U.S. citizens should check with the respective consulates for current visa requirements to all their travel destinations. Please remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents before the trip.
TICKETS AND FINAL DOCUMENTS
Final instructions, documents, and travel tips will be emailed to you 10–14 days before the scheduled start of your tour. If you have not received your final documents, please check your spam folder or contact smarTours.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Immunizations are not currently required. However, you may wish to consult your personal physician or local public health authorities as to their suggestions.
CLIMATE
Expect daytime high temperatures in the 60s in April and November; 70s in May and October and 80s in September. Evenings and early mornings may be cooler.
NON-INCLUDED MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING
The hotels used on this tour offer several dining choices, with the average cost for dinner (excluding drinks) in a casual restaurant about $20–$25 per person. Your hotel will accept credit cards for your non-included meals. Optional sightseeing tours and evening activities will be offered.
CREDIT CARDS AND LOCAL CURRENCY
Hotels and some stores accept major credit cards. However, for “street shopping” you will need local currency or U.S. Dollars. Your hotels will be able to exchange cash to local currency. It is recommended that you bring along cash in small denominations.
BAGGAGE
Each passenger may bring one piece of checked-in luggage and one carry-on piece. Please check with the airline for the maximum weight and size for luggage. We recommend that you do not over-pack and that you take a variety of separates with climate and comfort in mind.