Exclusive Greece

(10 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Athens, Santorini, Porto Heli

This private luxury tour of Greece features the country’s top cultural destinations and most luxurious hotels and resorts.

Begin in Athens, the capital of Greece and a showcase of ancient civilization. During private touring with your expert guide, visit the city’s top sights such as the breathtaking Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient ruins (including the Parthenon), and the wonderful Acropolis Museum. Also explore the Agora, local markets, and the charming, taverna-lined Plaka neighborhood. Depending on your interests, other options include riding the funicular up Mount Lycabettus or visiting specialty museums such as the Benaki Museum, Museum of Cycladic Art, National Museum of Contemporary Art and Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. If desired, take an excursion along the beautiful coast to Cape Sounion to watch the sunset at the ancient Temple of Poseidon. There will also be time to enjoy the city’s excellent restaurants and lively neighborhoods.

Continue to unforgettable Santorini, a beautiful volcanic island with dramatic landscapes, and stay in a luxury resort overlooking the caldera. During private touring, visit the photogenic clifftop village of Oia, enjoy a wine tasting of Santorini’s refreshing white and rose wines, and tour the fascinating ruins of the ancient city of Akrotiri. One day, enjoy a private boat excursion in the caldera to watch the sunset and enjoy opportunities for swimming and stopping at the island's distinctive black- and red-sand beaches. Also enjoy time at leisure to relax at your resort. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange additional touring and activities, such as hiking or biking along the wine routes.

Conclude at the exclusive Amanzoe resort, the most luxurious property in Greece, along the unspoiled coastline outside the town of Porto Heli. One day, take a private excursion to Mycenae, the UNESCO-inscribed ruins of an ancient fortified city, and Epidaurus, the UNESCO-inscribed remains of an important ancient healing center, including a well-preserved theater. During leisure time, enjoy the serene surroundings, relax by one of the pools or at the beach club, dine on superb Greek cuisine, browse the library and take in the spectacular view from the yoga pavilion. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange romantic sunset boat trips, a private boat charter to explore the nearby islands of Spetses or Hydra, and other activities.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Athens VIP airport assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights Day 2 Athens Full-day private tour Day 3 Athens – Santorini Private transfer to airport for flight to Santorini. Private arrival transfer to resort for 3 nights Day 4 Santorini Private island touring, including optional wine tasting Day 5 Santorini At leisure. Late afternoon private sunset cruise in the caldera Day 6 Santorini – Athens – Porto Heli Private airport transfer for flight to Athens. Private overland transfer to luxury resort for 4 nights *Helicopter charters available, upon request Day 7 Porto Heli At leisure at resort Day 8 Porto Heli & environs Full-day private excursion to ruins of Mycenae and Epidaurus Day 9 Porto Heli At leisure at resort Day 10 Porto Heli – Depart Athens Private airport transfer

Hotels

Athens: Four Seasons Astir Palace, King George Hotel or Hotel Grande Bretagne Santorini: Canaves Oia Suites or Grace Santorini Porto Heli: Amanzoe

Cost

$27,750 Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms) $31,425 Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)