Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and meet your Globus Host along with the rest of your group at 6 pm for a welcome drink. This kicks off your Greek adventure, so it's a good time to get to know your travel companions and learn what's ahead over the next couple of weeks.
Included Activities
- Welcome drink with Globus Host and traveling companions
- Day 2
Athens
Your day starts with guided sightseeing through ancient Athens, hitting Syntagma Square, the Temple of Zeus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. After that you'll head to the Acropolis, one of those sites you've probably seen in photos countless times. The afternoon and evening are completely free, so you can wander back through neighborhoods, grab lunch at a taverna, or just soak in the history at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour including Syntagma Square, Temple of Zeus, and Panathenaic Stadium
- Visit to the Acropolis
Landmarks Syntagma Square Temple of Zeus Panathenaic Stadium Acropolis - Day 3
Piraeus to Mykonos
A scenic ferry takes you from Athens to Mykonos. Once you arrive, there's a walking tour showing you around the island, including a stop at the Church of Agia Kiriaki. You'll also get to try Amygdalota, a traditional local almond dessert that's been made here for generations. Dinner happens at a local restaurant where they serve regional specialties, so you're eating what the island does best.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Regional specialties at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Scenic ferry crossing from Piraeus to Mykonos
- Walking tour of Mykonos including Church of Agia Kiriaki
- Traditional Mykonos Amygdalata (almond dessert) tasting
- Dinner with regional specialties at a local restaurant
Landmarks Church of Agia Kiriaki 
- Day 4
Mykonos
Today is entirely yours on Mykonos. You can hit the beaches, wander through the town, or check out the 16th-century windmills perched on the hillsides. It's the kind of day where you can move as slowly as you want, have a long lunch, and just absorb the island's vibe without any scheduled activities pulling you in different directions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Mykonos
Another full day of free time on Mykonos means more options for exploring. Whether you want to relax on the beach, try a different beach you missed yesterday, or spend time in town shopping and eating, the schedule is completely yours. By now you're probably settled into island time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to the ancient island of Delos to discover ancient archaeological treasures and the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis in Greek mythology
Landmarks Delos - Day 6
Mykonos to Santorini
You'll take a high-speed express ferry from Mykonos to Santorini, which cuts travel time significantly compared to regular ferries. When you get there, a walking tour takes you through the town with a photo stop at the cathedral. Later you'll have a glass of ouzo to wind down, and then the evening opens up for exploring on your own before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- High-speed express ferry from Mykonos to Santorini
- Walking tour including picture stop at the cathedral
- Glass of ouzo tasting
Landmarks Santorini Cathedral - Day 7
Santorini
Santorini's free day gives you space to see all those postcard scenes you've been dreaming about: the white and blue-washed houses, winding alleyways that seem to go nowhere, and impossibly blue water. You can spend as much time as you want on any particular spot without rushing between scheduled activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Oia Caldera - Day 8
Santorini
Another day to yourself on Santorini opens up different possibilities. You might head out to Akrotiri to see the Bronze Age ruins buried by volcanic ash, spend time browsing through local shops along the narrow streets, or just pick a beach and settle in for the afternoon. The choice depends entirely on what sounds good to you that morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the Bronze Age settlement of Akrotiri
- Browse shops and charming streets
- Relax on Santorini's beaches
Landmarks Akrotiri - Day 9
Santorini to Athens
A flight takes you from Santorini back to Athens. Once you land, the afternoon and evening are free. You can walk through Plaka with its cobblestone streets and centuries-old buildings, stop into jewelry and ceramics shops, grab coffee at a sidewalk café, or just see what catches your eye as you wander through the birthplace of Western democracy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore urban landscapes and lively restaurants in Athens
- Stroll in the shadow of the Acropolis in the village atmosphere of Plaka
- Browse jewelry stores and ceramics shops
- Linger in a sidewalk café or taverna
Landmarks Plaka - Day 10
Athens to Istanbul
You'll fly from Athens to Istanbul today. After settling in, head to the Spice Market where you can taste authentic Turkish Delight and smell the different spices and teas that fill the stalls. Later, a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus River shows you the city's iconic skyline and the way the city spreads across two continents.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to the Spice Market
- Authentic Turkish Delight tasting
- Cruise on the Bosphorus River
Landmarks Spice Market Bosphorus River - Day 11
Istanbul
Istanbul's highlights get covered in a guided tour today: the Roman Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. You'll see why these sites matter to the city's history and character. By afternoon things open up, giving you time to wander back to neighborhoods you liked, try a particular restaurant, or find hidden corners of the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing visit to Roman Hippodrome
- Visit to Blue Mosque
- Visit to Hagia Sophia
- Visit to Grand Bazaar
Landmarks Roman Hippodrome Blue Mosque Hagia Sophia Grand Bazaar 
- Day 12
Istanbul
Your free day in Istanbul can be as quiet or active as you want. If you're interested in Byzantine history, the Basilica Cistern is worth the trip: it's an underground structure with 336 pillars supporting a vaulted ceiling, and there's an eerie beauty to walking through it with the water below. Otherwise, just keep exploring the neighborhoods and streets you haven't seen yet.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit to the Basilica Cistern (sunken palace), an underground Byzantine cistern built to supply water to Constantinople
Landmarks Basilica Cistern - Day 13
Istanbul
Your trip wraps up after breakfast this morning. You'll head to the airport for your flight home, taking with you all the memories from two weeks across Greece and Turkey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
