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- Athens, Naxos & Santorini Tour - 6 Days - Standard
- Mykonos, Santorini & Ios Island Hopping 7D/6N
- Best of Greece
- 9 Day Athens & Gulet Cruise through Santorini, Poros, Poliegos, Folegandros, Antiparos, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Syros, Kythnos & Sounio
- 3 Day Cruise to the Greek Islands from Kusadasi
- Discovery of Athens, Naxos & Santorini - 8 Days
- Greece Island Hopper
- Syros, Tinos & Mykonos Island Hopping 7D/6N
- Charms of the Cyclades
- Greek Island Hopping
Athens, Naxos & Santorini Tour - 6 Days - Standard
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotel selection was good. Everything was ready for us when we showed up.”
Greek Islands budget package with standard hotels and breakfast included. Hop ferries between islands, relax on Naxos beaches, and marvel at Santorini's volcanic landscape during an included dinner cruise.
Duration 6 days Destinations Athens, Naxos, Santorini Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $315 Operator Travel Zone From $2,517
25% Off- NZ$1,888You save $629
Mykonos, Santorini & Ios Island Hopping 7D/6N
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were all excellent but the travel between islands was a disaster.”
David, traveled in September
Greek Islands tour at approx. $210 per day, with ferry transport and varied accommodations. Visit Mykonos, Ios, and Santorini with included port transfers and optional activities. Daily breakfast served at 3-4 star properties.
Duration 7 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Ios, Santorini Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $321 Operator Bamba Travel From
25% Off- NZ$2,251
Greek Islands tour at approx. $350 per day. Accommodations at Alex Hotel Mykonos, New Haroula Santorini, and Hermes Hotel Ios. Package includes breakfasts, ferry transfers, and orientation walks. Optional activities from $20.
Duration 10 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Ios Age Range 18 to 59 year olds Price Per Day $286 Operator Travel Talk From $5,192
45% Off- NZ$2,856You save $2,336
Island-hop efficiently at $583 per day, including Jason Inn Hotel and 7-night gulet cruise. Package covers half-board dining, guided tours of Athens' Acropolis, and visits to Santorini's caldera and Mykonos' windmills. Complimentary walking tours of Syros included.
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Santorini, Poros, Folegandros, Antiparos, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Syros, KythnosSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $1,081 Operator STM Tours LLC From
45% Off- NZ$9,730
Comprehensive sailing at approx. $250 daily includes full-board dining, drinks, and tours of Patmos's Cave of the Apocalypse, Heraklion's Palace of Knossos, and Santorini's Fira. Entertainment and port fees included.
Duration 3 days Destinations Kusadasi, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini, Lavrion Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $609 Operator STM Tours LLC From
45% Off- NZ$1,827
Discovery of Athens, Naxos & Santorini - 8 Days
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was done professionally and with knowledge. We will definitely use tour radar again for our next trip.”
Samuel, traveled in May
A getaway at approx. $300 per day with accommodations at Grotta Naxos and Nikolas Santorini. Package covers inter-island ferry transfers, harbor transfers, and daily breakfast.
Duration 8 days Destinations Athens, Naxos, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $294 Operator Click Tours From $3,675
36% Off- NZ$2,352You save $1,323
Greece Island Hopper
228 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Saw the beauties of the islands and got to learn some of the history of the country while also spending time having fun and doing lots of different activities.”
Sophie, traveled in June
Paradise awaits at approx. $260 per day, with beachfront stays, breakfasts, and guided activities. Package includes Acropolis tours, Paradise Beach Club access, and social events.
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Ios, Santorini Age Range up to 39 year olds Price Per Day $331 Operator TruTravels From $3,725
20% Off- NZ$2,980You save $745
Seven-day Cyclades tour at approx. $150 daily covers stays in Syros, Tinos, and Mykonos. Ferry transfers and breakfasts included for self-guided beach and historic site exploration.
Duration 7 days Destinations Athens, Piraeus, Syros, Tinos, Mykonos Age Range up to 99 year olds Price Per Day $263 Operator Bamba Travel From
20% Off- NZ$1,839
Charms of the Cyclades
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Having the freedom on each island to balance touring and down time was wonderful. Knowing that all the other details were looked after took the stress away from a vacation.”
Judith, traveled in September
Greek Islands await at approx. $180 per day, with stays at Charissi Mykonos and Terra Blue Santorini. Daily breakfast, inter-island ferries, and all transfers included. Self-guided format lets you uncover Cycladic treasures.
Duration 15 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Paros, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $230 Operator Wingbuddy From
20% Off- NZ$3,454
Greek Island Hopping
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was very organized. The price was very reasonable considering all the destinations we went to.”
AMANDA, traveled in October
Duration 9 days Destinations Athens, Mykonos, Santorini Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Price Per Day $328 Operator Wingbuddy From
20% Off- NZ$2,949
Budget Tours & Trips to Greek Islands Reviews
- Athens, Naxos & Santorini Tour - 6 Days - Standard
Having participated in many tour-style holidays over the years, this trip is not that I would class as a typical tour; there is no group, no guide and no travel itinerary, which we were expecting. Instead this is just your transport tickets (boats and transfers) and hotel rooms - the rest of the "tour" is down to you to organise. The start of the trip in Athens was a real shock, and did worry us for how the rest of the trip would go. The hotel we were placed in was located outside of the main area of Athens - and was next to an erotic strip club. The staff were not very friendly, and on top of this a tour rep met us as we arrived rather than later in the evening (which would have been preferred, as we had been travelling from early ours and were both very tired and needed to sleep). Most of the information provided was forgotten due to fatigue - I would hugely recommend tour radar meet guests in the early evening as this would be more benefical than being bombarded with details as you are trying to check into your rooms. Despite this shaky start the rest of the trip was fantastic. Our two hotels (Grotta Hotel in Naxos and Zepheros in Santorini) hugely exceeded our expectations, with amazing locations, views, facilities and staff - if i ever return to these islands I will be booking to stay at them again, I cannot recommend them enough! From the tour information we did expect to be met by a guide in Naxos, instead we were left wandering the port to try and find our taxi transfer. We also were not informed that the taxi transfers need to be organised with your hotel, and spend an hour messaging Tour Radar requesting transfer details with no response (eventually we decided to book our own taxi transfer with the hotel, who informed us they book it on behalf of Tour Radar - would have been good to have had that written in our info pack). Overall this is not a tour in the typical sense, and would benefit from better communication from the company as well as a more centrally located hotel in Athens. However if you are ok with doing things on your own then the islands are both amazing to explore (the included Santorini tour is fantastic, and you can book a Noxos tour for quite cheap too). A good trip which we did enjoy.
- Santorini, Paros & Naxos Islands with Guided Tours - Standard
Hit and miss as for organization.
- Best of Greece
Greece is simply amazing and I had a great experience booking and travelling with you guys - very hassle-free unlike some other tours I've booked. Cheers TT!
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Greek Islands
What's the most affordable time to visit the Greek Islands on a budget tour?
Plan your Greek Islands trip during April-May or September-October to find the best deals with fewer tourists. Hotel rates drop significantly in these months. The Elena Hotel in Mykonos for instance offers rooms at 40% less than peak season rates. The weather remains pleasant and you'll have more space to explore. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "We went in September and got great value while still having perfect weather and fewer tourists."
Which areas should I stay in to keep costs down on the Greek Islands?
Look for accommodations in secondary locations that offer easy access to main attractions. In Santorini consider Karterados instead of Oia or choose Ornos over Mykonos Town. These areas provide similar amenities at lower prices. The Crystal City Hotel in Athens stands as a good example of central location value. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Our hotel in Karterados was half the price of Oia but just a 15-minute walk to Fira."
Which Greek Islands offer the best value for budget travelers?
The less touristy islands of Naxos Paros and Corfu provide better value than their famous counterparts Santorini and Mykonos. These islands feature affordable places to stay like Hotel Grotta on Naxos plus reasonably priced dining options and activities. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Naxos was perfect for our budget - beautiful beaches authentic villages and prices about 30% lower than Mykonos."
What's included in the price of budget Greek Island tours?
Standard budget tour packages cover essential travel needs. You'll typically get basic hotel stays daily breakfasts ferry transport between islands and guided orientation walks. The 8-day Athens & Islands tour serves as an example including hotels breakfast ferry tickets and Athens sightseeing for USD 2025. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The included transfers and ferries made island-hopping hassle-free on our budget."
How much should I budget per day for meals not included in Greek Island tours?
Set aside USD 30-40 daily for meals outside your tour package. Local eateries provide good value dining options. Expect to pay USD 15-20 for a typical Greek meal with souvlaki salad and wine. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Food costs were reasonable - we found great family-run tavernas in Mykonos Town where dinner for two with wine was around USD 35."
What's the most economical way to get between Greek Islands?
Standard ferries offer the best value for island hopping though they take longer than speed boats or planes. The Athens to Mykonos route costs about USD 40 by regular ferry compared to USD 150+ for a flight. One TourRadar traveler advised: "We chose regular ferries over high-speed options and saved about USD 30 per journey while enjoying the scenic ride."