Greece

THURSDAY - Your overnight flight to Greece may bring on dreams of Zeus and Apollo, but fear not, the gods are on your side tonight. After all – we’re visiting their homeland!

FRIDAY - Upon arrival to Athens’ newly constructed airport, your Perillo Tours representative will greet you and privately transfer you to your deluxe 5-star hotel in the heart of Athens. You will be assisted with your check-in for a smooth and effortless experience.

Time to relax and adjust to your new time. We’ve arranged a welcome cocktail followed by a scrumptious roof top dinner with breathtaking views as you watch the sunset.

Included: Dinner

SATURDAY - Begin your journey back to ancient Greece, “the cradle of civilization”. Your sightseeing tour brings us to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Royal Palace, the Pan-Athenian Stadium and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Stop at the first Olympic Games of the modern era held in 1896 followed by the world-famous Acropolis.

Visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheio and finally—the glorious Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum, with its many priceless artifacts.

After, a fun walking tour in the Plaka and central market. We stop for lunch at a typical local taverna. The rest of the day is at leisure to shop or just stroll.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SUNDAY - Morning is at leisure. In the afternoon we depart for Cape Sounion. Marvel over one of Greece’s most photographed monuments on this half-day tour to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens.

Wind your way along the coastal cliffs and beaches on the scenic drive to Cape Sounion, then grab your camera as you spot the magnificent remains of the Temple of Poseidon, perched high on the sea cliffs.

You have a chance to get up close to the ancient monument, explore ruins dating back to 444 BC, and soak up the impressive coastal views. Dinner follows at a local fish restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

MONDAY - After breakfast we depart for Piraeus Port to board the highspeed ferry to Mykonos Island.

On this jet-set island, beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, and elegant nightclubs - all vie for the tourist’s attention. Beneath its sophisticated surface, however, lies a quintessential Greek island. Hundreds of tiny chapels dot the island and sheep graze in the shadow of whitewashed windmills.

Visit Little Venice in Mykonos, find a table on the waterfront and bask in the serenity of sunset over the picturesque harbor. Be sure to send your regards to Pete the Pelican.

Included: Breakfast

TUESDAY - Located only 3 ½ nautical miles from Mykonos by ship, in ancient times Delos was the spiritual center of the Cycladic Islands and as the mythical birthplace of Apollo, it was considered a sacred island.

Today Delos is essentially a large archeological site, with its ruins taking up almost 1-square mile and with no inhabitants except members of the French School of Archeology who have been excavating the island for over 100-years. Overnight stays on the island are forbidden.

Return for a leisure this afternoon. Evening a dinner awaits you in the town.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

WEDNESDAY - Today we depart Mykonos for Santorini by superfast ferry. Upon arrival to Santorini, you will be transferred to your hotel in Fira. Late afternoon, you will be picked up for a Fira walking tour followed by dinner.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

THURSDAY - Today we begin with a visit to Pyrgos, the best-preserved medieval village on the island. It is situated at the foot of Mt. Profitis Ilias, (Mt. Prophet Elijah), Santorini’s highest peak at 1900 feet.

Next we visit Koutsogiannopoulos Winery for a great lunch and of course, a wine tasting!

Finally today, you’ll enjoy the prehistoric village of Akrotiri to visit the well-preserved excavations from 1600 B.C. After, we’ll return to our hotel to relax, or explore a bit more!

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

FRIDAY - The morning is at leisure. This afternoon, it’s a sunset Catamaran Cruise by the magical Caldera (a volcanic cauldron). We’ll sail the sea route from Red Beach, to White Beach, to the Black Mountain and the Hot Springs. What a spectacular sunset. It’s great to be alive!

As the night falls, a sumptuous dinner is served complete with wine and dessert. Marvel at the shimmering stars in the sky and twinkling lights on the island by night!

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SATURDAY - This afternoon we enjoy our high-speed ferry (under 2 hours), from the Port of Santorini to Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your tour guide and will be transferred to your hotel in Elounda.

Dinner is on your own and overnight in Elounda.

Included: Breakfast

SUNDAY - After breakfast, we’ll meet the ancient Minoan people of Crete – one of the first civilizations in Europe from 4000 years ago. See the well-restored Palace of Knossos, the centerpiece of their culture.

You’ll be amazed by their technology – especially their water management – before the Romans!

History is very much alive in Heraklion, just as in most Greek cities. We’ll see it all! The central square surrounded by stores and restaurants, dominated by the “Fountain of the Lions” built by Morozini, the Venetian governor in 1628.

We’ll return to our hotel for a free afternoon to relax or explore Elounda into the night. Enjoy your free evening!

Included: Breakfast

MONDAY - After breakfast, we depart for a brief sailing to the uninhabited island of Spinalonga. This tiny islet is a very well-preserved Venetian fortress town. Its later, more tragic history was as the last leper colony of Europe, from 1903-1957. There are no residents and no hotels here. But it’s a big attraction for locals, vacationers, and film makers alike. Of course, you’ll have your camera!

We’ll sail back to Elounda with time for lunch on our own. Then we’ll check-out the center of charming Agios Nikolaos with its many beaches, restaurants, bars and shops.

Don’t miss a small, charming lake called “Voulismeni”, which is located below the cliffs in the city-center. The Goddess Athena bathed here – so you could do worse!

Later this afternoon we head back to our hotel in Elounda.

Included: Breakfast

TUESDAY - Later this morning we'll depart from our hotel in Elounda and head to Heraklion Airport for the 50-minute flight to Athens where we will then go our separate ways back to the U.S.A.

Included: Breakfast

THURSDAY - Your overnight flight to Greece may bring on dreams of Zeus and Apollo, but fear not, the gods are on your side tonight. After all – we’re visiting their homeland!

FRIDAY - Upon arrival to Athens’ newly constructed airport, your Perillo Tours representative will greet you and privately transfer you to your deluxe 5-star hotel in the heart of Athens. You will be assisted with your check-in for a smooth and effortless experience.

Time to relax and adjust to your new time. We’ve arranged a welcome cocktail followed by a scrumptious roof top dinner with breathtaking views as you watch the sunset.

Included: Dinner

SATURDAY - Begin your journey back to ancient Greece, “the cradle of civilization”. Your sightseeing tour brings us to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Royal Palace, the Pan-Athenian Stadium and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Stop at the first Olympic Games of the modern era held in 1896 followed by the world-famous Acropolis.

Visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheio and finally—the glorious Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum, with its many priceless artifacts.

After, a fun walking tour in the Plaka and central market. We stop for lunch at a typical local taverna. The rest of the day is at leisure to shop or just stroll.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SUNDAY - Morning is at leisure. In the afternoon we depart for Cape Sounion. Marvel over one of Greece’s most photographed monuments on this half-day tour to the Temple of Poseidon from Athens.

Wind your way along the coastal cliffs and beaches on the scenic drive to Cape Sounion, then grab your camera as you spot the magnificent remains of the Temple of Poseidon, perched high on the sea cliffs.

You have a chance to get up close to the ancient monument, explore ruins dating back to 444 BC, and soak up the impressive coastal views. Dinner follows at a local fish restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

MONDAY - After breakfast we depart for Piraeus Port to board the highspeed ferry to Mykonos Island.

On this jet-set island, beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, and elegant nightclubs - all vie for the tourist’s attention. Beneath its sophisticated surface, however, lies a quintessential Greek island. Hundreds of tiny chapels dot the island and sheep graze in the shadow of whitewashed windmills.

Visit Little Venice in Mykonos, find a table on the waterfront and bask in the serenity of sunset over the picturesque harbor. Be sure to send your regards to Pete the Pelican.

Included: Breakfast

TUESDAY - Located only 3 ½ nautical miles from Mykonos by ship, in ancient times Delos was the spiritual center of the Cycladic Islands and as the mythical birthplace of Apollo, it was considered a sacred island.

Today Delos is essentially a large archeological site, with its ruins taking up almost 1-square mile and with no inhabitants except members of the French School of Archeology who have been excavating the island for over 100-years. Overnight stays on the island are forbidden.

Return for a leisure this afternoon. Evening a dinner awaits you in the town.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

WEDNESDAY - Today we depart Mykonos for Santorini by superfast ferry. Upon arrival to Santorini, you will be transferred to your hotel in Fira. Late afternoon, you will be picked up for a Fira walking tour followed by dinner.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

THURSDAY - Today we begin with a visit to Pyrgos, the best-preserved medieval village on the island. It is situated at the foot of Mt. Profitis Ilias, (Mt. Prophet Elijah), Santorini’s highest peak at 1900 feet.

Next we visit Koutsogiannopoulos Winery for a great lunch and of course, a wine tasting!

Finally today, you’ll enjoy the prehistoric village of Akrotiri to visit the well-preserved excavations from 1600 B.C. After, we’ll return to our hotel to relax, or explore a bit more!

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

FRIDAY - The morning is at leisure. This afternoon, it’s a sunset Catamaran Cruise by the magical Caldera (a volcanic cauldron). We’ll sail the sea route from Red Beach, to White Beach, to the Black Mountain and the Hot Springs. What a spectacular sunset. It’s great to be alive!

As the night falls, a sumptuous dinner is served complete with wine and dessert. Marvel at the shimmering stars in the sky and twinkling lights on the island by night!

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SATURDAY - After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our short flight back to Athens (approx. 35 min.) to connect with our flight home to the States.

Included: Breakfast

SATURDAY - Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on a journey that will remain etched in your memory forever!

SUNDAY - Arriving at Athens airport, meet your host and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Our hotel is perfectly located for a walk around the city center. Welcome dinner on the rooftop of our hotel with a view of the Acropolis.

Included: Dinner

MONDAY - After breakfast, we depart for our Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the NEW Acropolis Museum. Our expert guide will take you to see the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown soldier and the National library.

On your way to the Acropolis, you will see Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

On the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens. The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally—the famous Parthenon.

Next, we’ll visit a local market to try local products like Greek meze. (Like Italian antipasto or Spanish tapas.) Returning to your hotel, the remainder of your day and evening is at leisure.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

TUESDAY - After breakfast, depart for your 5-day tour of classical Greece. Leave Athens by the scenic coastal road and reach the famous Corinth Canal, one of the 19th century world’s engineering masterpieces.

Continue to Epidaurus with its 4th Century BC theatre, famous for its astonishing acoustics. Next, we’ll visit the town of Nafplion (naf-fi-OWN), a modern seaside resort watched over by the mighty Palamidi Fortress.  The narrow picturesque alleys and neoclassical buildings make for great photo-ops.

Now to Nemea to visit a local winery. We will try out the 4 local wines produced here, along with a light lunch. Arrival at your hotel for your included dinner and overnight.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

WEDNESDAY - After breakfast we will visit ancient Olympia, where the idea, and the site of the Olympic Games, were born. Visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, which hosts the famous statue of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus sculpted by Praxiteles.

We then visit an olive oil farm to learn all about the fruit’s production. We’ll enjoy a tasting followed by lunch.

Continue through Achaia and Rio-Antirio towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos and Itea. We arrive in Delphi to enjoy dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

THURSDAY - Ancient Delphi, located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus in Greece, was a major religious and cultural center in antiquity. Revered as the site of the Oracle of Apollo, it attracted visitors from across the Greek world seeking prophetic guidance. Pythia, the high priestess, delivered cryptic predictions believed to be inspired by Apollo.

You will also visit the ‘Treasury of the Athenians and Delphi Museum’, which hosts valuable pieces of art like the astoundingly well-preserved bronze charioteer.

Proceed to the picturesque village of Arachova, located in the foothills of Mountain Parnassus, well-known for its attractive hand-woven carpets, rugs and quilts. Let’s head to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

FRIDAY - This is a special morning to visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures.

Return to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SATURDAY - After breakfast, we’ll make our way back to Athens. But first, we’ll visit the National History Museum of Meteora and Mushroom Museum for a guided tour including truffle hunting in the forest with a specially trained dog.  We’ll end with a little picnic in the forest to try truffle pasta with wine or soft drinks.

As we continue our drive towards Athens, we'll pass through the picturesque towns of Trikala and Lamia. Our journey includes a poignant stop at Thermopylae,

the site of the legendary battle where King Leonidas and his 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. This was the famous Battle of Thermopylae and is depicted in the movie called “300”.

We’ll return to Athens airport to take the domestic flight to Santorini. On arrival, we’ll enjoy a tour of the capital of the island Fira, to walk and browse in the local small shops and cafes.

Then you will be transferred to your 5-Star luxury Hotel Noūs Santorini for check-in.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SUNDAY - You may think Pompeii, from 79 AD is old. But Akrotiri was preserved by volcanic ash around 1600 BC! You’ll see the excavations and many well-preserved artifacts.

Next, we’ll visit the best-preserved medieval village on the island - Pyrgos - at the foot of Mt. Profitis Ilias, (Mt. Prophet Elijah) which is Santorini’s highest peak at 1900 feet.

Early this afternoon, we visit Koutsogiannopoulos Winery for a great lunch and of course, a wine tasting!

You have undoubtedly seen pictures of the most photographed village in Greece – Oia – with its small white houses and cobalt blue roofs. Oia is best known for breathtaking sunsets. If truth be told, the sunrise in Oia is also magical.

Later we’ll return to our hotel to relax.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

MONDAY - This morning is at leisure. But later this afternoon, it’s our sunset Catamaran cruise around the magical Caldera (a volcanic cauldron).

We’ll sail the sea route from Red Beach to White Beach, to the Black Mountain and the Hot Springs. What a spectacular sunset. It’s great to be alive!

As night falls, a sumptuous dinner is served complete with wine and dessert. Marvel at the shimmering stars in the sky and twinkling lights on the island by night!

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

TUESDAY - Today is our farewell from Greece, This morning we’ll head to Santorini airport for the 45-minute flight back to Athens and go on our way back to the USA.

Included: Breakfast

SATURDAY - Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on a journey that will remain etched in your memory forever!

SUNDAY - Arriving at Athens airport, meet your host and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Our hotel is perfectly located for a walk around the city center. Welcome dinner on the rooftop of our hotel with a view of the Acropolis.

Included: Dinner

MONDAY - After breakfast, we depart for our Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the NEW Acropolis Museum. Our expert guide will take you to see the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown soldier and the National library.

On your way to the Acropolis, you will see Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896.

On the Acropolis, visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens. The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally—the famous Parthenon.

Next, we’ll visit a local market to try local products like Greek meze. (Like Italian antipasto or Spanish tapas.) Returning to your hotel, the remainder of your day and evening is at leisure.

Included: Breakfast

TUESDAY - After breakfast, depart for your 5-day tour of classical Greece. Leave Athens by the scenic coastal road and reach the famous Corinth Canal, one of the 19th century world’s engineering masterpieces.

Continue to Epidaurus with its 4th Century BC theatre, famous for its astonishing acoustics. Next, we’ll visit the town of Nafplion (naf-fi-OWN), a modern seaside resort watched over by the mighty Palamidi Fortress.  The narrow picturesque alleys and neoclassical buildings make for great photo-ops.

Now to Nemea to visit a local winery. We will try out the 4 local wines produced here, along with a light lunch. Arrival at your hotel for your included dinner and overnight.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

WEDNESDAY - After breakfast we will visit ancient Olympia, where the idea, and the site of the Olympic Games, were born. Visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, which hosts the famous statue of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus sculpted by Praxiteles.

We then visit an olive oil farm to learn all about the fruit’s production. We’ll enjoy a tasting followed by lunch.

Continue through Achaia and Rio-Antirio towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos and Itea. We arrive in Delphi to enjoy dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

THURSDAY - Ancient Delphi, located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus in Greece, was a major religious and cultural center in antiquity. Revered as the site of the Oracle of Apollo, it attracted visitors from across the Greek world seeking prophetic guidance. Pythia, the high priestess, delivered cryptic predictions believed to be inspired by Apollo.

You will also visit the ‘Treasury of the Athenians and Delphi Museum’, which hosts valuable pieces of art like the astoundingly well-preserved bronze charioteer.

Proceed to the picturesque village of Arachova, located in the foothills of Mountain Parnassus, well-known for its attractive hand-woven carpets, rugs and quilts. Let’s head to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

FRIDAY - This is a special morning to visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures.

Return to Kalambaka and overnight at our hotel.

Included: Breakfast

SATURDAY - After breakfast, we’ll make our way back to Athens. But first, we’ll visit the National History Museum of Meteora and Mushroom Museum for a guided tour including truffle hunting in the forest with a specially trained dog.  We’ll end with a little picnic in the forest to try truffle pasta with wine or soft drinks.

As we continue our drive towards Athens, we'll pass through the picturesque towns of Trikala and Lamia. Our journey includes a poignant stop at Thermopylae,

the site of the legendary battle where King Leonidas and his 300 Spartans made their heroic stand. This was the famous Battle of Thermopylae and is depicted in the movie called “300”.

We’ll return to Athens airport to take the domestic flight to Santorini. On arrival, we’ll enjoy a tour of the capital of the island Fira, to walk and browse in the local small shops and cafes.

Then you will be transferred to your 5-Star luxury Hotel Noūs Santorini for check-in.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SUNDAY - You may think Pompeii, from 79 AD is old. But Akrotiri was preserved by volcanic ash around 1600 BC! You’ll see the excavations and many well-preserved artifacts.

Next, we’ll visit the best-preserved medieval village on the island - Pyrgos - at the foot of Mt. Profitis Ilias, (Mt. Prophet Elijah) which is Santorini’s highest peak at 1900 feet.

Early this afternoon, we visit Koutsogiannopoulos Winery for a great lunch and of course, a wine tasting!

You have undoubtedly seen pictures of the most photographed village in Greece – Oia – with its small white houses and cobalt blue roofs. Oia is best known for breathtaking sunsets. If truth be told, the sunrise in Oia is also magical.

Later we’ll return to our hotel to relax.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch

MONDAY - This morning is at leisure. But later this afternoon, it’s our sunset Catamaran cruise around the magical Caldera (a volcanic cauldron).

We’ll sail the sea route from Red Beach to White Beach, to the Black Mountain and the Hot Springs. What a spectacular sunset. It’s great to be alive!

As night falls, a sumptuous dinner is served complete with wine and dessert. Marvel at the shimmering stars in the sky and twinkling lights on the island by night!

Included: Breakfast, Dinner

TUESDAY - Today is our farewell from Greece, This morning we’ll head to Santorini airport for the 45-minute flight back to Athens and go on our way back to the USA.

Included: Breakfast