Island Hopping Tours & Trips in Western Europe
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10 best Island Hopping Western Europe tour packages
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- Vacations in Greece - 9 Days - Athens, Paros, Naxos, Santorini
- Zakynthos & 3 Aegean Islands Tour - 10 Days - Standard
- Athens - Mykonos - Santorini - Crete
- Discovery of Athens, Zakynthos & Santorini - 8 Days
- Amazing Greece : Athens, Mykonos, Paros and Santorini
- Greek Island Hopper with Istanbul
- Greece Highlights: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
- 10 Day Tour in Milos, Santorini, Crete an Amazing Greek Islands Hopping Package.
- Greek Islands: Sunsets & Sea Breezes
- Athens, Paros & Santorini - 7 Days - Standard
Vacations in Greece - 9 Days - Athens, Paros, Naxos, Santorini
31 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized, all transfers prebooked.”
Iris-Fredericke, traveled in December
The Greek islands unfold from Athens with stops at Paros's Naousa port, Naxos's Agios Prokopios beach, and Santorini's caldera. This tour includes inter-island ferries, hotel transfers, and a sunset cruise with traditional dinner.
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Paros, Naxos, Santorini Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Travel Zone From $4,390
25% Off- NZ$3,292You save $1,097
Zakynthos & 3 Aegean Islands Tour - 10 Days - Standard
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Paros is simply magical! The sunset in Ia is a must when in Santorini.”
Clair, traveled in September
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Zakynthos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Travel Zone From $5,341
12% Off- NZ$4,700You save $641
Athens - Mykonos - Santorini - Crete
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotels are well-located, close to main attractions and beaches. Everything about the travel was handled with great care.”
Jeff, traveled in October
From Athens through Mykonos and Santorini, this route features premium stays at Vienoula's Garden and Hotel Hermes, concluding with a self-drive adventure in Crete from Heraklion to Chania's historic harbor.
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Heraklion, Crete, Chania Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $4,899
3% Off- NZ$4,752You save $147
Athens' ancient ruins lead to Zakynthos' Blue Caves and Santorini's volcanic landscapes. The tour includes guided excursions, ferry connections, and stays at quality hotels like Stanley Athens and El Greco Santorini.
Duration 8 days Destinations Athens, Zakynthos, Santorini Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $6,098
36% Off- NZ$3,903You save $2,195
Amazing Greece : Athens, Mykonos, Paros and Santorini
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“You will always have a great time in Greece. This tour provided ample time in each location.”
Timothy, traveled in May
Athens' Acropolis sets the stage for Santorini's caldera. Luxury awaits at Brown Kubic hotel and Vienoula's Garden while visiting Mykonos' beaches and Paros' traditional architecture.
Duration 12 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Paros, Santorini Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Eskapas From $5,074
7% Off- NZ$4,719You save $355
From Piraeus to Bosphorus, this route showcases Cycladic architecture, caldera views, and Turkish waterways. Ferry transfers and traditional tastings included.
Duration 13 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Turkey Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From
7% Off- NZ$8,154+$1,055 upfront costs
Greece Highlights: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“FANTASTIC!!! Very organized!”
Lisa, traveled in September
Swift ferries connect Athens to Mykonos and Santorini in this Western European odyssey. Little Venice, volcanic landscapes, and crystal waters complement stays at Manoulas Beach Resort and El Greco Resort & Spa.
Duration 8 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Santorini Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Omega Tours From
7% Off- NZ$3,684
10 Day Tour in Milos, Santorini, Crete an Amazing Greek Islands Hopping Package.
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Crete, Santorini, Milos Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Private Tours Greece From $6,654
25% Off- NZ$4,990You save $1,663
Greek Islands: Sunsets & Sea Breezes
50 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing time and the tour guide was the best.”
Natalie, traveled in September
Greek treasures await with visits to Athens' ancient sites, Mykonos' windmills, and Santorini's blue-domed churches. Package includes ferry transfers, 9 nights in hotels, and orientation walks, plus optional archaeological tours and volcanic excursions.
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Paros, Mykonos, Santorini Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator Topdeck From
25% Off- NZ$3,539
Athens, Paros & Santorini - 7 Days - Standard
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our stay in Paros is one of the best amongst the four places we went. It is very clean and the breakfast is really good.”
JUDITH, traveled in April
From Athens, this route leads to Paros' Chrissi Akti beach and Santorini's volcanic landscape. The itinerary includes Nea Kameni crater, Palea Kameni's thermal waters, and Naousa's castle, plus a sunset cruise with dinner.
Duration 7 days Destinations Athens, Paros, Santorini Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Travel Zone From $3,656
12% Off- NZ$3,217You save $439
What people love about Island Hopping Tours in Western Europe
- Athens - Mykonos - Santorini - Crete
The entire trip went pretty smoothly and all transportation provided via ferry or driver was spot on.
- Greece Highlights: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
All transfer services, ferry arrangements and excursions were very well organized, reliable and professionally handled. Very happy with that. We absolutely loved the Mykonian Kyma hotel in Mykonos which was part of our package. Aegean View in Kamari, Santorini did have a great view and location, but the hotel, especially after Kyma, was just OK. It has great potential, but definitely not 5 star and breakfast was downright awful. Brown Hotel in Athens was just OK. Great breakfast and room was clean and bathroom quite nice, but the room wasn’t tiny and dark. Location in Omonia was not dangerous at all and close walk to Monisteraki Square, but definitely seedy and LOUD. The agents were very responsive to questions before we left. I think the trip should be extended by a couple of days since so much time is lost traveling between locations. I also would consider ending in Santorini and flying home from there since an entire day was lost just traveling to Athens for flight the next day, and arrived in Athens too late to really do anything. Overall, we would recommend this trip with some tweaks, but we definitely were pleased with the services provided by the agencies and would recommend them.
- Amazing Greece : Athens, Mykonos, Paros and Santorini
You will always have a great time in Greece. This tour provided ample time in each location and was mostly independent. Only negative is that the hotels selections were not in the best locations which required extra time to get to / from daily activities, excursions, etc.
What our customers ask about Island Hopping Tours & Trips in Western Europe
When is the best time to go Island Hopping in Western Europe's Greek Islands?
Greek Island hopping reaches its prime from June to September with temperatures ranging from 75-85°F (24-29°C). While July and August bring ideal beach conditions at locations like Paradise Beach Hotel in Mykonos the shoulder months of May and October offer a more relaxed atmosphere with fewer tourists in popular destinations such as Santorini. A TourRadar traveler shares: "September was the perfect time to visit as it wasn't too crowded but still had beautiful weather for swimming and exploring."
What's the typical duration and route for a Western Europe Island Hopping tour?
Tours typically span 5-13 days covering 3-4 Greek islands. Most journeys begin in Athens at properties like the Herodion Hotel before connecting to popular islands such as Mykonos Santorini Naxos and Paros. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The 11-day Greek Island hopping tour gave us the perfect amount of time to experience each island's unique character from Mykonos's nightlife to Santorini's stunning caldera views."
What are the must-see highlights of Greek Island Hopping in Western Europe?
Key experiences include Athens' Acropolis the sunset views from Oia in Santorini swimming at Mykonos' Paradise Beach and exploring Naxos' traditional villages. Many visitors start their journey at Hotel Brown Kubic in Athens. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The wooden boat sunset cruise in Santorini overlooking the caldera was absolutely breathtaking followed by dinner at a local taverna in Fira - these moments were priceless."
How much should I budget daily for a Western European Island Hopping tour?
Daily expenses typically range from 200-400 USD per person covering accommodation ferry transfers and some meals. Budget 40-50 USD for optional activities and 25-35 USD per person for meals. Near the Stanley Hotel in Athens local tavernas offer meals for 20-30 USD. A TourRadar reviewer notes: "The tour was good value considering the quality of hotels and included transfers though budgeting extra for activities made the experience more complete."
What type of accommodation can I expect on Island Hopping tours?
Travelers stay in 3 to 4-star hotels such as Nikos Hotel in Santorini and Paradise Beach Resort in Mykonos. Standard amenities include air conditioning private bathrooms and often sea views or pool access. A TourRadar traveler reports: "The hotels were well-located with amazing views especially the Grotta Hotel in Naxos which had breathtaking sunset vistas over the port."
What's the best way to get around each island during free time?
Transportation options include local buses taxis and rental vehicles. The Poseidon Hotel in Athens provides easy access to public transport routes. Each island maintains regular bus service between main towns and beaches. A TourRadar traveler suggests: "Renting ATVs in Mykonos was a fantastic way to explore hidden beaches and reach places like Ano Mera village that aren't easily accessible by public transport."