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About This Tour
An 11-day family-paced route from Athens through a family-friendly hike of Imbros Gorge on Crete, a hands-on Cretan cooking class, and a Santorini catamaran cruise, with options built around children. The entire trip stays within Greece, with a domestic flight from Athens to Chania (Crete) and a ferry on to Santorini before flying back to Athens at the end.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Athens International Airport, Greece.
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Day 1 — Athens: Welcome to Greece!
Airport pickup and hotel transfer, with an evening orientation tour of Plaka and a mezze dinner at a local eatery.
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Day 2 — Athens: Take a Discovery Tour of Athens
A private guide leads a tour of the Parthenon, New Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, and Plaka, plus the changing of the guard at the parliament building.
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Day 3 — Athens-Delphi-Athens: Journey into Delphi
A morning excursion through Mount Parnassus to the Delphi archaeological site, with optional stops in Galaxidi, Hosios Loukas monastery, or an olive oil tasting in Chryso village.
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Day 4 — Athens-Chania: Catch a Flight to Crete
A domestic flight to Crete, with a specialist-guided visit to the Palace of Knossos and its museum of bronze and gold artifacts and frescoes.
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Day 5 — Chania: Explore the Wonders of Rethymno
A leisure day with optional morning swimming or cycling along one of Crete's longest beaches, and a visit to Rethymno's Venetian fortifications and artisan workshops.
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Day 6 — Chania: Hike to Imbros Gorge
A private, family-friendly 8km hike along the Imbros Gorge, with narrow passages and rare Cretan flora.
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Day 7 — Chania-Heraklion: Delve into Cretan Culinary Traditions
A local market visit followed by a hands-on cooking course and lunch at a 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by organic gardens.
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Day 8 — Heraklion-Santorini: Ride the Ferry to Santorini
A driver transfer to Heraklion port for a high-speed ferry to Santorini, followed by exploration of Fira's labyrinth streets and cave dwellings.
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Day 9 — Santorini: A Day Out at Sea
A morning in Fira, then a sunset catamaran cruise past the ancient city of Akrotiri to the Red and White Beaches, with swimming in caldera hot springs.
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Day 10 — Santorini: A Comprehensive Tour of Santorini
A discovery tour of the Akrotiri prehistoric settlement, an artisan winery tasting, and the whitewashed alleys of Pyrgos.
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Day 11 — Santorini-Athens: So Long, Greece!
A final breakfast overlooking the cliffs before a short flight to Athens to connect with your homebound flight.
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Departure
The trip ends in Santorini with a short domestic flight back to Athens, connecting on to your international departure.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — several activities are specifically pitched for families, including the moderate 8km Imbros Gorge hike, which is described as ideal for families with young children, and a hands-on cooking class.
No — it stays entirely within Greece, with a domestic flight from Athens to Crete and a ferry on to Santorini.
Yes — optional add-ons like pottery workshops and mythical treasure hunts can be tailored based on children's ages, and we'll confirm specifics at the planning stage.
It's an 8km trail with a moderate decline, described in the original itinerary as suitable for families with young children, though narrow rocky passages mean sturdy footwear is recommended.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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