This is the birthplace of western culture. The amount of archaeological and historical sites to visit is staggering.

There is no water on earth as blue as the iconic Aegean Sea. With thousands of miles of coastline, there are amazing opportunities for being on or near the water.

Greece is the perfect place to find yourself again with spa treatments, massages, beautiful food, in a beautiful location.

Your adventure begins with a flight to Athens!

Arrive in Athens and check in  hotel

Visit the Parthenon, Acropolis and Agora in the morning. When you visit the Acropolis, you should also visit the Acropolis Museum at the foot of the mountain. Cafe lunch and then the Archaeological Museum in the afternoon. Acropolis view restaurant for dinner.

Benaki and/or Byzantine museum in the morning. Also consider visiting Syntagma Square. It is located in the modern part of Athens. Many tourists come here to see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This is guarded by soldiers and every hour there is a changing of the guard. Every Sunday there is an extensive changing of the guard with a whole ceremony. Spend the afternoon in the Plaka neighborhood. This is one of the nicest neighborhoods in Athens with terraces and souvenir shops. Despite the fact that this district is very touristy, it does have an authentic atmosphere and colorful appearance. In this district there are several monuments to visit, but of course you can also walk through the small streets and absorb the atmosphere. It is always busy here and there is always something going on.

Ferry or jump flight to Santorini. Enjoy 2 nights on the iconic island paradise. Enjoy the beautiful beaches and photo opportunities.

Spend the day on a boat sailing around the surrounding islands.

Enjoy the morning exploring Santorini, afternoon ferry to Ios. Arrive in Ios and enjoy your beachfront accommodations. Ios is a more quiet, authentic Greek experience. Enjoy the less touristy vibe of small cafes, beaches and fishing villages. 

• Gialos Beach

A large beach with white sand and tamarisk trees, located near the port 

• Koumbara Beach

A popular beach with great sunset views, located near Gialos 

• Kolitsani Beach

A sandy beach with emerald waters that's popular with nudists and nature lovers 

Take a taxi or rent vespas and visit Panagia Gremiotissa Church, Skarkos and Homer's Tomb. Spend the afternoon laying on Mylopotas Beach, eating at a nearby restaurant for dinner.

Fly or ferry to Crete. Stay in an amazing beach resort near Chania. Things to see in your 3 days on Crete--

• Knossos Palace

An archaeological site that is considered one of the most important in Greece, showcasing the advanced Minoan civilization 

• Samaria Gorge

A geological wonder with sheer rock walls that tower over 150 meters high, and a wide green valley framed by hills 

• Balos Lagoon

A hidden gem with turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and rocky cliffs 

• Heraklion Archaeological Museum

A museum that contains a collection of artifacts from the Minoan civilization 

• Old Venetian Port of Chania

A romantic place to stroll, lined with restaurants, cafes, and hotels 

• Rethymnon Old Town

A well-preserved Venetian old town with 16th-century buildings and a monolithic Fortezza 

• Elafonisi Beach

A tiny islet with turquoise waters and beaches that are reachable on foot from the mainland 

Fly home!