Greece Island Hopper - 9 Day Trip
Greece Island Hopper - 9 Day Trip
Greece Island Hopper - 9 Day Trip
9 Days Starting in Athens, Greece and ending in Santorini, Greece
Visiting: Athens, Mykonos, Ios, Santorini
Tour operator:
Tour code:
25586
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 20
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Greece Island Hopper tour, a vibrant journey through the stunning Greek islands. Begin in Athens with a walking tour and a visit to the iconic Acropolis Parthenon. Then, set sail across the Aegean Sea to the lively island of Mykonos, where beach clubs and old town tours await. Continue to Ios for a thrilling pub crawl and a relaxing boat trip. Experience the charm of Santorini with a wine tasting tour and the breathtaking Oia sunset view. With seamless transport between islands and a mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation, this tour offers the perfect Greek getaway.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
YAMAS you're in Greece baby! Fly into Athens International Airport where you'll start the next 9 EPIC days. We take you to our accommodation in Athens. Chill out, relax, and soak in the warm Greek heat. You're on holiday after all. Later on, we meet up for a big welcome dinner. Meet your new TruFam, get to know each other over an Ouzo shot or 4, chat each other's ears off and find out all the essentials, name, age, where they're from, whether they prefer cats or dogs. You know, the important stuff!
Day 2: Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have a chilled morning before we head out to ancient Acropolis Parthenon, built to be home to Athena, Greek Goddess of the City. The Acropolis oozes in culture and history and is the epitome of Greek heritage today. People travel from all around the world to visit the Acropolis, so walk around and take it all in. It really is a Bucket List destination. Afterwards, we head to the artsy neighbourhood of Exarchia. The walls are filled with colourful murals, the local shops are edgy and quirky and the company? Well...it couldn't be better. We spend the evening here for some 10/10 greek food, fill yourself up on saganaki, eat so much Tzatziki you think you'll turn into yoghurt or skip the food and wash the epic day down with a Mythos. (That's Greece's local beer by the way)
Day 3: Athens/Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach Club
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 3MYKONOS BEACH CLUB & PARTIESWe're up early, and we're off to Mykonos! We grab our transport down to the port where we hop on their ferry to our next destination. Mykonos, and yep we’re going big! We’re staying at Paradise Beach Club where we’ll be spending the day sipping cocktails, dancing on the beach and living our Tru best life. Throw out those terrible dance moves to the sounds of the resident DJ sipping on mojito after mojito. Is this paradise? Well yes, quite literally it is. The sun goes down as we party the night away. We grab dinner and see where the night takes us!
Day 4: Mykonos
Location: Mykonos
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach Club
Meals Included: Breakfast
We have a free morning before we're off on a sightseeing tour in the afternoon. We're taking you to THE hotspots, the hidden gems and everything in between, we're hitting up golden sand beaches, taking you to the best viewpoints before heading to Paradise Beach Club. We're practically VIPs. We spend the day, sunbathing, dancing ridiculously around to the sounds of the resident DJ sipping on mojito after mojito. Is this paradise? Well yes, quite literally it is. The sun goes down as we party the night away. We grab dinner and see where the night takes us!
Day 5: Mykonos/Íos
Location: Ios
Accommodation Name: party hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We're up early and off to the famous island of Ios! It's time to let loose! We check into our ultra cool party hotel. Ios is known as one of the best islands to visit in Greece, and we're about to show you why! Spend the afternoon wandering the white and blue alleyways of the cobbled greek streets, with every twist and turn you'll find more and more beauty. Whatever you fancy Ios has it. In the evening we freshen up before we head out to Ios' famous square! We're going on a bar crawl baby, a TruTravels bar crawl that is! We take you to the best spots with the best bartenders. Dance on the tables, party till the sun comes up, bust out all those dance moves you've been practising. Will this night go down in history? Hell yea! We don't do average, we do legendary.
Day 6: Íos
Location: Ios
Accommodation Name: party hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Wake up, you may have a bit of a fuzzy head, so grab an iced coffee and reenergize because today we’ve got the ultimate TruExclusive for you. We’re heading to a super secluded beach where we’ll relax and nurse off our hangovers before devouring a delicious picnic lunch. Spend the afternoon on a sun lounger, take a dip in the ocean or participate in a game of beach volleyball, hey whatever you fancy we’re in paradise, on our very own quiet beach, with a picnic of delicious greek food. What more could you ask for? The evening is ours to spend as we please, Ios has some of the best restaurants in the whole of Greece, so we hit up a personal favourite. After dinner, we can take the night any direction we'd like. Did someone say - ROUND 2?
Day 7: Íos/Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: beachfront area of Kamari
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we catch the ferry to Santorini where we stay in the beachfront area of Kamari. Chilled, zen backpacker vibes full of beach bars, cute restaurants and quirky shops plus...€3 Gyros. Winner winner. In the evening we take you wine tasting. Yeah, we fancy. Santorini produces some of the most delicious wine in the world, so it's only right we try it first hand. Watch the sun go down over the caldera as we become world-class wine connoisseurs, ok maybe not. But we'll definitely know the difference between white and red. After a few tipples of wine, we head into Fira, the capital of Santorini where we spend the evening and have dinner and a few drinks. Check out the lively Fira nightlife...we're in Santorini after all...THE SHOW MUST GO ON!
Day 8: Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: beachfront area of Kamari
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we have a full day exploring Santorini and the day is yours to spend as you please. Hit up some of the local beaches, visit Perrissa, or head on over to Black Beach. If you've got some extra energy, take a walk up to Ancient Thira ruins located just off Kamari. In the late afternoon, we get dolled up as we head off to Oia. Walk along the promenade as you watch the sun go down with your TruFam. It's golden hour! Grab those ultimate insta snaps you've seen ALL over Instagram and watch the sun go down to the stunning view of the famous blue dome churches and whitewashed buildings. You haven't seen a sunset unless you've seen an Oia sunset. After a magical evening, we catch our ride back to Fira Town, where we party for our last night together!
Day 9: Santorini
Location: Santorini
Accommodation Name: beachfront area of Kamari
Meals Included: Breakfast
All good things must come to an end, and after 9 days it's time to say goodbye. It's checkout day. We'll miss you, just like you'll miss us. Your Travel Ninja is on hand for any help with onward travel plans or if you're staying on in Greece longer and need some advice! Hey, if you just need a sadness induced hug, they're there for that too. We're bad at goodbye, so we'll say see you next time!ACTIVITY: Your trusty travel ninja is on hand to assist you.
What's Included
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Meals
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Athens Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Athens.
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Acropolis Parthenon
Visit the historic Acropolis Parthenon.
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Mykonos Old Town Tour
Explore the charming Mykonos Old Town.
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Mykonos Beach Clubs
Experience the vibrant Mykonos Beach Clubs.
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Ios Pub Crawl
Participate in a lively pub crawl in Ios.
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Ios Boat Trip
Enjoy a scenic boat trip around Ios.
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Santorini Wine Tasting Tour
Indulge in a wine tasting tour in Santorini.
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Oia Sunset View
Witness the breathtaking sunset view in Oia.
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Transport
All transport, including ferries and private vans, is included for a seamless island-hopping experience.
What's Not Included
Tipping and GratuitiesTipping and gratuities are not included.
Meals Included
8 breakfasts
Accommodation
Experience a variety of accommodations as you journey through Greece, from vibrant party hotels in Ios to beachfront stays in Santorini, ensuring comfort and style throughout your island-hopping adventure.
Mode of Transport
Navigate the Aegean Sea with ease as all transport, including ferries and private vans, is included. Travel comfortably between the picturesque islands of Mykonos, Ios, and Santorini, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free island-hopping experience.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is included in the Greece Island Hopper tour?
The tour includes all transport, such as ferries and private vans, to navigate the Aegean Sea and travel comfortably between the islands of Mykonos, Ios, and Santorini.
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What is the starting and ending point of the Greece Island Hopper tour?
The tour starts in Athens and ends in Santorini.
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What kind of activities can I expect on the Greece Island Hopper tour?
You can expect a variety of activities including an Athens walking tour, visiting the Acropolis Parthenon, enjoying Mykonos beach clubs, participating in an Ios pub crawl, taking an Ios boat trip, and experiencing a Santorini wine tasting tour and Oia sunset view.
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Is there a minimum age requirement for the Greece Island Hopper tour?
Yes, the minimum age requirement for this trip is 18 years.
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Are meals included in the Greece Island Hopper tour?
Yes, the tour includes 8 breakfasts.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Athens, relax at your accommodation, and join a welcome dinner to meet fellow travelers.
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What is the highlight of the visit to Santorini?
In Santorini, you will enjoy a wine tasting tour, explore local beaches, and experience the famous Oia sunset view.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
No problem! You can change the date of your trip once free of charge as long as you do so more than 60 days prior to departure.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2012!
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We have a 'my own room' option which can be added on at additional cost.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We will send you out a pre departure pack 30 days prior to travel containing everything you need to know, and your joining instructions.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We plant 10 trees for every trip sold!
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The majority of our travellers are in their 20's / 30's however we aim to accept anyone of any age. Please do not be offended if we discuss the make-up of the trip with you prior to booking just to ensure you will be comfortable with the average age range that is already booked to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It may be possible in certain destinations, however it would be your responsibility to get yourself to where the group currently is.
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Do you have age limits for your tours?
Most of the people that join us on tour are 18 to thirtysomethings. We have no strict upper age limit on our tours but all of our tours are specifically designed for those of this age group which is worth noting. Please do not be offended if we discuss the make-up of the trip with you prior to booking just to ensure you will be comfortable with the average age range that is already booked to travel.
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TruTravels allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
TruTravels requires a minimum deposit of 280 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trutravels charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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