Athens, Paros & Naxos Adventure

The ancient capital of Athens, then 2 of the magical Greek Isles: Paros & Naxos; travel independently with flights, hotel & ferry included.

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Style	Independent PackageThese un-escorted packages have no set schedule or guides, so you have the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own from your centrally-located hotel. More of these packages Freedom to explore at your own pace; unescorted
Departures	May – October 2025
Activity Level	Easy
What to Expect	This leisurely-paced, independent tour requires minimal walking and is suitable for most levels of physical fitness. This tour does not include a tour guide or escort.
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Discover the magic of Athens and the Greek Isles of Paros and Naxos. This tour is designed for the independent traveler that loves to spend their days exploring the ancient secrets of the Greek islands, or basking on the sun-splashed Mediterranean beaches. Spend the evenings dining, dancing and enjoying everything the islands have to offer.

Spend two nights in Athens, stepping back in time as you explore the magnificent ancient ruins. Then, set off across the sparkling sea to start your Greek island hopping adventure. The first stop is the stunning island of Paros, adorned with whitewashed buildings connected by winding footpaths, neoclassical mansions, and postcard-worthy beaches. Board a high speed ferry and journey to the next island: Naxos. Stroll through the winding stone alleys and narrow arched alleys, admiring a variety of castles, temples, churches and archaeological sites that call the island home.

Package includes

Flights
Transfers
Hotel
Meals

Round trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) via scheduled carriers, including taxes & fees, with other gateways available on request
8 nights in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels
8 breakfasts
Athens City Tour
All transfers
Ferries between Athens, Paros and Naxos
Flight from Naxos to Athens

Optional add-ons

Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
Optional tour of Cape Sounion
Hotel upgrades in Paros & Naxos

Why you'll love it

Witness the Acropolis with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion.
Visit the new Acropolis Museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens.
Join an optional excursion to Cape Sounion and learn about the rich history of this area as you take in stunning views of the Aegean Sea.
Discover the whitewashed Cycladic villages connected by well-preserved Byzantine footpaths, the Venetian castles, neoclassical mansions, and pristine beaches of Paros.
Spend two days exploring Naxos, the largest and greenest island in the Cyclades.

Itinerary at a Glance

1 Depart USA
2 Athens
3 Athens
Optional Excursion: Cape Sounion, $55
4 Athens & Paros
5 Paros
6 Paros
7 Paros & Naxos
8 Naxos
9 Naxos & Athens
10 Depart Athens

Dates & Prices

Instant Savings: Get $300 off if you book by Nov. 21, 2024!

Dates & Prices, with flights per person, double occupancy*, including Instant Savings discounts
2025 DEPARTURES
Dates	Regular Price	Instant Savings	Your Price
Departs U.S.: Mon, May 19, 2025 Finishes: Wed, May 28, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! May 19 – May 28	$3699	–$300	$3399	Select
Departs U.S.: Mon, Jun 9, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Jun 18, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Jun 9 – Jun 18	$4099	–$300	$3799	Select
Departs U.S.: Mon, Aug 11, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Aug 20, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Aug 11 – Aug 20	$4199	–$300	$3899	Select
Departs U.S.: Mon, Sep 22, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Oct 1, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Sep 22 – Oct 1	$3649	–$300	$3349	Select

Dates & Prices, tour only per person, double occupancy*, including Instant Savings discounts
2025 DEPARTURES
Dates	Regular Price	Instant Savings	Your Price
Starts: Tue, May 20, 2025 Finishes: Wed, May 28, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! May 20 – May 28	$2799	–$300	$2499	Select
Starts: Tue, Jun 10, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Jun 18, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Jun 10 – Jun 18	$3199	–$300	$2899	Select
Starts: Tue, Aug 12, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Aug 20, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Aug 12 – Aug 20	$3299	–$300	$2999	Select
Starts: Tue, Sep 23, 2025 Finishes: Wed, Oct 1, 2025 Book by Thu, Nov 21, 2024 (midnight ET) to get the Instant Savings! Sep 23 – Oct 1	$2749	–$300	$2449	Select

If you want a few extra days to explore on your own, we may be able to arrange for you to stay later than the scheduled dates, including extra hotel nights and separate airport transfers, for an additional charge. Ask us about prices and availability when (or after) you book. More information Want to extend your trip?

Options & Fees

Athens, Paros & Naxos Adventure
Rooming Selection
Double Occupancy	included
Single Occupancy
Sep 22, 2025	$689
May 19, 2025	$699
Jun 9, 2025	$859
Aug 11, 2025	$1029
Upgraded hotels in Paros & Naxos, Double Occupancy¹
May 19, 2025; Sep 22, 2025	$199
Jun 9, 2025	$439
Aug 11, 2025	$529
Upgraded hotels in Paros & Naxos, Single Occupancy
May 19, 2025; Sep 22, 2025	$1029
Jun 9, 2025	$1549
Aug 11, 2025	$1929

1. St. Andrea, Agnanti, or similar in Paros. Porto Naxos or similar in Naxos.

Optional Excursions
Cape Sounion	$60

So that we can offer you the best deals, our packages are, like most hotels and cruises, priced based on double occupancy rooms or cabins. We charge solo travelers an extra fee to cover the extra costs of single occupancy rooms or cabins. (Consider: if you booked a $200/night hotel room solo, you would pay the $200 yourself; but if a couple booked the same room, each one would pay only $100.) But you only pay extra for the rooms or cabins, nothing else, including meals, sightseeing, tips, etc. Why are single rooms more?

Flights & Departure Cities

Departure Airports
New York City (NYC)¹	included

1. NYC departures will be from either JFK or EWR based upon availability.

This package includes round-trip flights from the city listed above.

Want to fly from another city? We can arrange flights from most major cities. Ask us for a quote for flights from your preferred city when (or after) you book, and we'll get back to you with the price and availability within 3 business days. Of course, you can also book your own flights. More information

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA

Check in for your overnight flight to Athens, Greece

Day 2 Athens

Arrive in Athens, Greece, where you'll be met and escorted to your hotel
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure

Royal Olympic Hotel or similar

Full Day Itinerary

Arrive today in Athens. Our representative will meet you and then escort you to your hotel, centrally located near Constitution Square and the famous Plaka (Old Town). Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization, once hailed as the Paris of the Mediterranean, is now a bustling modern city, a colorful tapestry of Eastern and Western influences, full of outdoor cafes, pedestrian streets, parks and gardens, street bazaars, dilapidated mansions, and ancient ruins.

Day 3 Athens

Enjoy a half day of sightseeing in Athens
Spend the afternoon exploring the city independently, or join an optional excursion

Royal Olympic Hotel or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Witness the striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and elegant modern structures during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis, the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens.

Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, the University, and the National Library. Conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis Museum, a marvel of architecture with an entire exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens.

This afternoon, explore Athens on your own, or join an optional excursion.

Optional Excursion: Cape Sounion, $55

Drive along the coastal road past countless coves and the beautiful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza to Cape Sounion. Dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon, the sanctuary at Sounion is one of Attica's most important archaeological sites. Although evidence suggests that the site dates back to the prehistoric period, the sanctuary is first mentioned in Homer's Odyssey, where Menelaos stopped during his return from Troy to bury his helmsman, Phrontes Onetorides. Learn about this area's rich history as you take in stunning views of the Aegean on this fascinating optional excursion.

Day 4 Athens & Paros

Transfer via high speed ferry to Paros
Spend the remainder of the day at leisure to explore Paros

Sunset View Hotel or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, transfer to the port of Piraeus to board a high-speed ferry to the island of Paros. The island is famous for its glowing white marble, which Praxiteles used in sculptures such as the Venus de Milo. The island is pastoral and hilly, where almost every summit seems to have a private monastery. The Byzantine church complex Panagia Ekatontapiliani (referred to as the church with 100 doors) or Panagia Katapoliani, dates back to 324AD and was founded by Saint Helen, the mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great during her journey to the Holy Land.

Day 5 Paros

Spend a full day at leisure enjoying Paros

Sunset View Hotel or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Spend two days independently enjoying the island of Paros. Discover the traditional whitewashed Cycladic villages connected by well-preserved Byzantine footpaths, the Venetian castles and neoclassical mansions, and the spectacular beaches. Go for a swim, explore by kayak, or visit the nearby island of Antiparos.

Day 6 Paros

Spend today exploring Paros at your own pace

Sunset View Hotel or similar Breakfast

Day 7 Paros & Naxos

Transfer via high speed ferry to Naxos
Spend the balance of the day exploring Naxos at leisure

Kavuras Village Hotel or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Today, transfer to the port of Paros to board a high-speed ferry to the gorgeous island of Naxos, the largest and greenest island in the Cyclades. Its high mountains and lush, fertile valleys are dotted with charming traditional villages. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to the hotel for check-in. The balance of the day is at leisure.

Day 8 Naxos

Spend a full day at leisure enjoying Naxos

Kavuras Village Hotel or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

You'll have a day and a half to enjoy the island of Naxos independently. Stroll through the town of Naxos, also known as Chora, with its winding stone and narrow arched alleys. Admire the Portara, the magnificent marble gate still standing as testimony to the grandeur of the Temple of Apollo, built in the 6th century B.C.E., and perhaps the most recognizable landmark of Naxos. Be amazed by the ancient stone castle of Kastro. Explore the numerous castles, temples, churches, and archaeological sites dotting the island. Or, if you prefer, relax on the beach at Plaka or Agios Prokopios or go scuba diving and admire the reefs and shipwrecks below the surface.

Day 9 Naxos & Athens

Explore Naxos at your own pace
In the late afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens

Holiday Inn Attica Athens or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Spend the day at leisure in Naxos. In the late afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens. Then, use the airport shuttle to transfer to your hotel.

Day 10 Depart Athens

Return to the airport via hotel shuttle
Bid farewell to Greece as you board your flight home
Arrive in the USA later today

Breakfast

Hotels

Royal Olympic Hotel

Deluxe

This 5-star, family-run hotel is located directly opposite the Temple of Zeus and the National Garden, overlooking the Acropolis and a short walk to the new Acropolis Museum.

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Sunset View Hotel

First Class

Located just outside the town of Parikia, the Sunset View Hotel is built on a small cliff, providing amazing panoramic views of the Parikia Bay, the ships, the blue-and-white houses, the beaches, and even the islands of Sinfos and Serifos in the distance. This unique location provides a stunning view of the beautiful Aegean sunsets.

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Kavuras Village Hotel

First Class

The Kavuras Village Hotel is located within walking distance from Agios Prokopios Beach, with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a ferry service throughout the Greek Islands.

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Holiday Inn Attica Athens

Deluxe

The Holiday Inn Attica is located just 10 minutes from the Athens International Airport (ATH), and offers 24 hour free shuttle. The hotel also offers easy access to the city center and the Attica Zoological Park, home to one of the largest avian collections in the world, is just 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel.

More information

In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.

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