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Iconic Greece & the Cyclades

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With some of Europe’s oldest civilizations developing in this country, impressive monuments still stand as proof of the empires that once called the ancient Panhellenic capital home. While the mainland’s architecture will take you on a trip through time, the Cyclades of Mykonos and Santorini will inspire you to cherish the simpler things in life. Endless blue seas, whitewashed buildings at dramatic angles and pink skies play backdrop to the distinctive cultural heritage and fascinating local traditions of a millennia-old and multifaceted civilization. Local favourites of fresh seafood, strong Ouzo liquor, sun-filled tomatoes, perfectly ripe olives and organic feta cheese will quickly become yours, too.

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The Details

15 days

All-inclusive

$10,995CAD

Per person in double occupancy

Difficulty Rating:
High(details)

Max Group Size: 30 travellers

Single supplement: $2,000

2027 supplement: +$200

Land Only: save $1,275

Deposit Terms:
$500 per person at time of booking
$1,000 per person 45 days later
Balance due 90 days before departure

Our approach perks

Private car service to and from your home airport

International flights and transportation while abroad

Meals and excursions that are typically sold separately

Tips for all service providers

24/7 Group Guru (in addition to tour guide and local guides)

$5 million of emergency medical travel insurance coverage, as well as protection for lost, damaged or stolen luggage

All taxes at home and abroad (including airport and hotel taxes)


Total PERKS value: $3,569

This tour also includes

Tour Essentials

Tour essentials

International flights with Air Canada and 1 domestic flight (details)

13 nights in first class hotels

4 ferry transfers

Dedicated English-speaking tour guide and local guides

Carefully selected visits, with entrance fees

Luxury coach bus transfers and luggage porterage throughout

Food & drinks

Food & drink

All 38 meals, including: 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 13 dinners

Folkloric dinner (included in meal count)

Farewell dinner (included in meal count)

Welcome cocktail

Olive oil tasting in Argos

Wine tasting in Santorini

Bottled water daily (2 x 500ml)

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This tour’s itinerary

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DAYS 1 & 2 GOODBYE CANADA, YASSAS GREECE!

Enjoy a private car ride to the airport. Fly to Athens where you’ll meet your Group Guru and fellow travellers in the edgy Mediterranean capital that has given the world the gift of philosophy, mathematics, democracy and the Olympics, not to mention flaky, delicious feta cheese. Upon your arrival, settle into your hotel and take a nice long shower. Set out on a walk to discover the city, then enjoy a welcome cocktail before dinner to kick off your journey into Greek gastronomy. Overnight in Athens. (D)

DAY 3 DISCOVER ATHENS

Day dedicated to discovering Athens, including the main monuments of the Hellenic capital. Visit the Parthenon, the Erechtion, the Propylaea, the Acropolis as well as its new museum. In the afternoon, continue with a panoramic tour that includes the Panathinaikos stadium, Hadrian’s Arch, Syntagma square, and the National Library. Overnight in Athens. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 4 MONASTERIES OF METEORA (256 KM)

Travel north to Thessaly to discover the monasteries of Meteora. Spectacularly perched on thin vertical hilltop pillars, these magnificent structures contain unique Byzantine works of art and are still inhabited by Greek Orthodox monks. Along the way, stop at Thermopylae to see the statue of Leonidas (King of Sparta), commemorating the epic battle of 300. In the afternoon, visit two Monasteries and fall in love with the view from these floating havens. Continue to Kalambaka for the night. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 5 DELPHI’S ORACLES (279 KM)

Drive to central Greece to discover Delphi, home of the Greek gods. Here, you will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, walk the Sacred way, and visit the temple of Apollo, home of Pythia (the oracle). Visit the Delphi Archaeological Museum to view the Charioteer of Delphi and the Sphinx of Naxos. Overnight in Delphi. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 6 ROAD TO KEFALONIA (FERRY) (201 KM)

Scenic drive along the Corinthian gulf before stoping in the picturesque seaside town of Nafpaktos. Cross the impressive Rio-Antorio bridge, the longest hanging bridge in Europe, then, onto the port of Kyllini for a ferry ride to the dreamy island of Kefalonia. Let the island’s zig-zagging coastline, electric blue skies and fragrant alleyways inspire you. Overnight in Kefalonia. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 7 THE ISLAND OF KEFALONIA

Nestled between the Ionian and Mediterranean seas, Kefalonia is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece. Morning tour of the island, featuring laid-back Argostoli, the Aenos mountain, and the Melissani Caves. This afternoon, head towards the north of the island to Fiscardo, one of the most picturesque villages of Kefalonia. Stop along the way to admire the white pebble shoreline of Myrtos beach. Overnight in Kefalonia. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 8 ANCIENT OLYMPIA

Cross into the Peloponnese peninsula to reach the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympics. You will visit the ancient stadium and see the location where the torch is initially lit prior to each Olympic game. End the day with a visit of the Archaeological Museum. Overnight in Olympia. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 9 EXPLORE THE ARGOLIS PENINSULA (218 KM)

Excursion day on the Argolis Peninsula. Our first stop of the day is at an olive oil producer where you’ll taste some of its finest products. Continue to Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre, famous for its astonishing acoustics. Overnight in the picturesque port city of Nafplio. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 10 FROM NAFPLIO TO SANTORINI (FLIGHT) (170 KM)

Visit the Mycenean Acropolis to vist the tomb of Agamemnon and the famous Lion’s Gate before continuing to the Athens airport to fly to Santorini. Free time to settle in and to begin exploring this slice of heaven at your own pace. Overnight in Santorini. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 11 EXPLORE SANTORINI

A day devoted to exploring the dazzling island of Santorini, queen of the Aegean. Guided visit of the picturesque village of Akrotiri, followed by a visit to Fira for lunch, then Oia, a sanctuary of calm and tranquility. Continue to Pyrgos, on a more secluded side of the island, where you will partake in a Greek wine tasting experience. Overnight in Santorini. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 12 MYKONOS & AN AEGEAN SUNSET (FERRY)

Wake up to an unforgettable sunrise and enjoy breakfast at your own laid-back pace, before boarding the ferry for Mykonos, a mythical island frequented by the rich and famous. Take a casual stroll through the Venetian port and its quaint pedestrian streets. Overnight in Mykonos. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 13 RELAXING IN MYKONOS

Mykonos is meant for lingering, and that is exactly what we’ll do! Enjoy a free day in the prettiest of settings: white houses with blue shutters, sandy beaches and sunny terraces. Cool off in the swimming pool of your hotel or by heading out to one of the famous local beaches, you’ve earned it. Overnight in Mykonos. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 14 SCENIC FERRY TO ATHENS

Travel by ferry to Athens where you will have free time before our folkloric farewell dinner in the historical neighbourhood of La Plaka – Yassou! Overnight in Athens. (B,L,D) View image gallery

DAY 15 HOME SWEET HOME

Starry-eyed, say goodbye to your fellow travellers who opted out of our included group flights and make your way to the airport to embark on your return flight(s) from Athens to Canada. Your driver will meet you at the airport to help you with your luggage and drive you home. What a truly amazing experience! (B)
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From: Barbara Retz Date: 2025-11-07
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This is my second trip with Approach Toursand they delivered excellence. Daniel, our tour guide was great, so much fun and funny too! It was a whirlwind of a trip but we also got some free time. I loved exploring with a few of my new friends, even got lost in Mykonos...that was fun. Our Greek guides were amazing, so much know.edge and they made it…
From: Anonymous Traveller Date: 2025-11-07
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The trip was well paced and offered wonderful scenic sights. Local guide was very knowledgeable and spoke well. The hotels were very good. The food was good although I would have preferred more local delicacies and sea food.
Appropriate for the price I paid.
From: Chris Downey Date: 2025-10-31

Great Tour in Greece with Approach

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This was our first tour with Approach and we were delighted! The booking process was easy, the webinar was helpful and informative. Our guru was exceptional in dealing with anything that came up. The local guide was exceptional in her knowledge of the history and geography of the places we visited. The bus driver was amazing on the roads we travele…
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Excellent. Any and all questions were answered by the agents in a timely manner. All aspects of the tour were dealt with in a professional manner, instilling confidence in what to expect.
From: Ted Wright Date: 2025-10-31

Be Young at Heart: Travel!

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The tour was all that I hoped for and more. I did much of the same tour back when I was 30 and living on 15 dollars a day. That was over 50 years ago. The Approach tour of Greece lived up to my fond memories of those days with all the ease and comfort that an octogenarian needs and expects. Special thanks to Natalia, our Guru; Nena, our local guide…
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Both before and during the trip, approach Tours staff gave me great assistance with personal problems that cropped up.
From: Anonymous Traveller Date: 2025-10-31
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I really enjoyed the trip the Guru, guides, food everything was great, but I would suggest making it another 3 days longer as we could spend more time at the islands, as we felt a little rushed.
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Iconic Greece & the Cyclades Highlights Video

Hotels we've previously visited in Greece

Athens Athens Avenue
Kalambaka Amalia Hotel Kalambaka
Delphi Amalia Hotel Delphi
Kefalonia Ionian Plaza
Olympia Amalia Hotel Olympia
Nafplio Amalia Hotel Nafplio
Santorini Orama Hotel & Spa
Mykonos Alkistis Hotel
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