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Greek Island Hopper

May 04-14, 2023
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You'll be living your best Greek island life on this sun, sea & culture-rich trip in Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, Ios & Athens. Stopping in at each of Greece's most popular islands, the perfect spot for buzzing party nights and lazy sun-soaked days, you'll have plenty of time to explore charming villages, local shops, volcanoes, natural coves & sun-soaked beaches, with plenty of time for sunbathing, swimming & nightlife as well as a bit of ancient history in between.
ICONIC ESSENTIALS
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11 days
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4 places
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10 breakfasts, 4 dinners

Your Itinerary

May 04, 2023 Arrive Athens
Hello island lovers! Welcome to Greece, and welcome to the best holiday of your life. It's a big call to make on day 1, but we're making it! Take a minute to unpack in settle in to our hotel before we meet up this evening. First your Trip Manager will give you the rundown of what to expect over the next 10 days, then you'll have free time to explore the local area and find yourself some dinner.
​Stay: Hotel Evripides (or similar)
Highlight: 
Free time for dinner on your own.
May 05, 2023 Athens to Mykonos
Athens With no time to waste, we'll start our island hopping adventures today with our first destination: Mykonos.
​Mykonos Let's do this! Two nights on the island of Mykonos, how did we get so lucky? Even the boat ride across the Aegean will have you awe struck and in love. Tonight, you'll have the option to join an exploration of Mykonos by night on a locally guided walking tour of the town's cobbled streets.
Stay: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Free Time Add-Ons:
Channel your inner Classics lover in ancient Athens on a guided tour of its most famous site, the Acropolis. Overlooking the city, the views out over Athens are awesome! With included entry, you'll get the inside track from our expert Local Guide as they uncover all its famous sites like the Temple of Athena, the Theatre of Dionysus & the Parthenon." EUR 55.00
Free Time Add-Ons:
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Mykonos Town is well known for its incredible & vibrant night life. Head into town for a walking tour & let your Local Guide take you through the narrow alleyways, small side streets & intricate paths that Mykonos is famous for a true maze by the sea! We will end up at the famous windmills & Little Venice. There's heaps of free time so head towards the action & hit the clubs. You can make your way back home with the included return transfer or stay out until the early hours. EUR 30.00
May 06, 2023 Mykonos
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Windmills; cafes overflowing with olives, feta and tzatziki; storybook streets - and that's before you've even taken a dip in the ocean! The day is yours to soak up the sunshine and play in the sea.
​Stay: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meal(s): ​Breakfast
Highlight:
Full free day in Mykonos
May 07, 2023 Mykonos to Paros
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Mykonos This morning we're on to our next Greek island, Paros. Let's spare a thought for all those travellers who only get to visit just one Greek Island, and then remember how lucky we are.
Paros Beaches, naturally sculpted swimming coves, a Byzantine church and traditional villages: we must be in Paros. Here you're free to get into the sun and sea vibes.

​Stay: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar)
Meal(s): ​Breakfast, Dinner
Highlight: 
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Free time to enjoy the beach
May 08, 2023 Paros
Paros Another day, another opportunity for Greek Island adventures. Those who feel like exploring can sign up for an optional trip to an Organic Farm run where you'll sample their delicious produce and then head to one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades - Naoussa. You'll be back in time to join forces with the rest of your crew for an included dinner together this evening.
​Stay: Siroco's Rooms & Studios (or similar)
Meal(s): ​Breakfast, Dinner
Free Time Add-Ons: 
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Visit a small family-run sustainable farm, while enjoying the company of your new Contiki family. Learn about the production of Mediterranean crops like olives, grapes, oregano, figs, lavender and other herbs and see how the whole cycle of production takes place there, always  using organic methods of cultivation. EUR 65.00
May 09, 2023 Paros to Santorini
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Paros Paros, it's been magical – but today we're taking to the seas again, this time in search of Greece's most insta-famous island: Santorini.
Santorini Santorini, we have arrived! Tonight you'll have the chance to explore this magical Island and roam the cobbled streets. 

Stay: Kalipso Villas (or similar)
Meal(s): ​Breakfast
Highlight:
Ferry from Paros to Santorini
May 10, 2023 Santorini
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Santorini Rise and shine, Greek Island travellers! The island of Santorini won't explore itself. Today is your day to take a swim at Perissa Beach, eat the local specialty of fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes, or roam and explore. You can even opt to take an incredible volcano cruise around Santorini, starting with a visit to Oia and complete with crater hike and a soak in local hot springs. 
Stay: Kalipso Villas (or similar)
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Free Time Add-Ons:
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We will start our day with a visit to the postcard perfect village of Oia. After Oia we will head to the port, where we embark on a caique to make our way to the volcano. EUR 65.00
May 11, 2023 Santorini to Ios
Santorini A bit more rugged and remote than Santorini and Mykonos, Ios will prove a nice change of scenery for our final Island night. And thankfully, there will be no change in the good vibes or the time spent ocean side.
​Ios We'll join together for an included dinner tonight, with another free evening on the cards afterwards.
Stay: Far Out Hotel (or similar)
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Highlight:
Ios free time
May 12, 2023 Ios
​Ios Our final Island day, and your last chance to soak up the Greek sun and frolic in the sand without a care in the world. Now is your chance to get some adrenaline in with a speedboat safari, or take a leisurely stroll around the pretty village of Ios Chora and enjoy some stuffed zucchini flowers or baked feta drizzled with olive oil at a local cafe. It's a free evening tonight, so you're going to need the fuel if you want to hit the party scene of Hora until the break of dawn.
Stay: Far Out Hotel (or similar)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Free Time Add-Ons:
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Let's hop on a speed boat & wander around the beautiful coastline of Ios, while relaxing, soaking in the sun & listening to great tunes. EUR 40.00
May 13, 2023 Ios to Athens
​Ios While choking back the tears and waving a sad goodbye to the dreamy islands of Greece, try to think positive thoughts: we have a boat ride to enjoy this morning, as well as one more night together in the city of Athens.
Athens Ready for one more dose of Athens and one last chance to hang out together? We'll soak up the last rays of the Mediterranean sun this afternoon before an optional farewell dinner together. 
Stay: Hotel Evripides (or similar)
Meal(s):​ Breakfast

Free Time Add-Ons:
On your last day on the land of the sun and the sea, your trip manager will take you on a walk around this bustling city so you have your chance to say your goodbyes to your new family. EUR 35.00
May 14, 2023 Depart Athens
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Athens And just like that, it's time for the goodbyes. As sad as they are, at least you have the memories. And another 300 Contiki trips to jump aboard! Make the most of your last free breakfast before you kick on to your next port of call.
Meal(s): Breakfast

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Your Stops
  • Athens  1 night
  • Mykonos  2 nights
  • Paros  2 nights
  • Santorini  2 nights
  • Ios  2 nights
  • Athens  1 night
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Accommodations
All accommodation is included on this trip. Ten nights in Hotels
Trip Experiences
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Inclusions
Experiences that are included with your trip.
  • Ferries between island
  • Free time to enjoy the beaches and sun
  • Expert Trip Manager to offer local suggestions
  • See the traditional Cycladic buildings of Mykonos town​​
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6 Free Time Add-Ons
Optional experiences that you can choose from and pay for on your trip.
  • Athens Sightseeing including Acropolis. EUR 55.00
  • Mykonos by Night. EUR 30.00
  • Paros Organic Farm Tour and Naoussa Visit. EUR 65.00
  • Santorini Oia Visit & Volcano Cruise. EUR 65.00
  • Speedboat safari. EUR 40.00
  • Athens Farewell Dinner. EUR 35.00
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Grand Canyon University Trip
Greek Island Hopper

May 04, 2023

Starting at:
$2,300 per person

per person rate
​Land only (no international air), based on multi-share

$740.00 Single Supplement*
​*subject to availability
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