Athens & Santorini 5-Day Tour

• ​Athens Greece Tours, Santorini Tours
• ​​​Tours, ​Cruise & Tour, Multi Day Tours
• 5 days
• From 805 EUR

Discover Athens and Santorini on this 5-day journey, the legendary Acropolis, and the magnificent sunsets of Santorini.

Athens & Santorini 5-Day Tour

Experience two of Greece’s most iconic destinations in one unforgettable journey. This carefully designed
5-day Athens and Santorini tour combines ancient history, vibrant city life, and the breathtaking beauty of the Aegean islands.
Explore the legendary Acropolis of Athens, walk through historic neighborhoods, and then sail to the spectacular island of Santorini, famous for its white-washed villages, volcanic landscapes, and world-renowned sunsets.
This Athens and Santorini tour package is ideal for travelers looking for a short 5-day Greece itinerary combining history and island beauty.
This Athens and Santorini tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Greece who want to combine ancient history with the beauty of the Aegean islands.

Tour Snapshot

• Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
• Destinations: Athens – Santorini
• Accommodation: 4★ Hotels with Breakfast
• Transport: High-Speed Ferry Athens → Santorini
• Highlights: Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Santorini Caldera, Oia Sunset
• Departure: Daily
• Price: From € 805 per person

Day-by-Day Tour  Program

Day 1: Arrival in Athens

• Meet & Greet
  • Private transfer from Athens International Airport to your 4★ hotel in central Athens
  • Welcome drink and orientation briefing

• Afternoon at Leisure
  • Explore the pedestrianized Plaka district: winding alleys, neoclassical houses, cafés
  • Visit Monastiraki Flea Market for local crafts and souvenirs

• Overnight: Athens (4★ hotel)

• Optional Evening Activities
  • Guided sunset walking tour around Anafiotika, Sunset Athens Riviera cruise
  • Dinner recommendation: rooftop taverna with Acropolis views

Day 2: Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis Experience

• Morning
  • Private half-day guided panoramic city tour
  • Highlights: Parliament & Changing of the Guard, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium
  • Skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
  • Expert commentary on the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Caryatids

• Afternoon at Leisure
  • Optional museum visits (Benaki, National Archaeological) or shopping on Ermou Street
  • Recommended lunch: modern Greek cuisine in Kolonaki, traditional taverna in Plaka

• Overnight: Athens (same hotel)

• Optional Evening
  • Rooftop dinner overlooking the lit-up Acropolis, Athens by Night guided food-and-wine stroll

Day 3: Transfer to Santorini

• Early Morning
  • Private transfer to Piraeus Port
  • High-speed ferry to Santorini (approx. 5 hours; upgrade to Business/VIP available)

• Arrival in Santorini
  • Private transfer to your 4★ hotel at seaside or  perched on the Caldera rim

• Afternoon at Leisure
  • Stroll through Fira’s cliff-edge alleys, shops, and cafés
  • Optional dip at the Red Beach or Kamari black-sand beach

• Overnight: Santorini (4★ A-class hotel)

• Optional  Sunset Suggestion
  • Head to Oia for the world-famous sunset panorama
  • Sunset cocktail on your private terrace (arrange through concierge)

Day 4: Santorini Leisure & Experiences

• Breakfast and a free day to explore Santorini
• Overnight:  Santorini (4★ A-class hotel)

• Optional Morning
  • Caldera sailing cruise with volcanic island swim & hot springs
  • Wine-tasting tour at local vineyards (Assyrtiko varietals)

• Optional  Afternoon
  • Explore traditional villages: Pyrgos, Megalochori, or Emporio
  • Relax by your hotel’s infinity pool or book a spa treatment

• Optional Evening
  • Private seafood dinner at Ammoudi Bay (by boat or cliff-top restaurant)
  • Or rooftop mezze & wine tasting in Oia under the stars

Day 5: Departure from Santorini

• Morning at Leisure
  • Enjoy a final sea-view or caldera-view breakfast
  • Last-minute shopping for local olive oil, Fava, wine or honey, and souvenirs

• Choose Your Return

  1. Flight to Athens (≈ 1 hour) – €140 pp, direct to Athens Airport

  2. High-Speed Ferry (12:30–18:00) – €100 pp, to Piraeus Port + private airport transfer

  3. Regular Ferry (15:30–23:30) – €80 pp, budget option (overnight in Athens upon request)

• End of Services
  • Private transfer to the departure point of your choice, port/airport 
  • Option to extend: extra nights on any island or Athens

What’s Included

• 4★ accommodation with daily breakfast in Athens & Santorini

• Private airport and port transfers throughout the tour

• Half-day Athens city tour with Acropolis & Museum entry

• High-speed ferry Athens → Santorini

• Welcome amenities in both locations

• 24/7 local support

Additional Information:

• Transfers: All pickup transfers are operated with private vehicles and English-speaking drivers.
• Ferries: High-speed ferries are provided in economy class (Business or VIP upgrades available on request).
• Flights: This tour can be operated, partially or entirely, by aeroplanes on request.
• Hotels: We use First Class hotels (4*) on a bed and breakfast basis in Athens and on the seaside on the islands. Rates for Tourist Class (3*) hotels and Superior Class (5*) hotels are available on request.
• Extra Nights: We can add days and nights upon request before any booking.
• Local Tours/Cruises: Typically served on big groups of up to 40 travellers.
  Options for small-group or fully private tours are available upon request.

Travelers interested in longer programs may also explore our 7-day Athens Mykonos Santorini tour
or our 10-day Best of Greece itinerary.

Schedule / Prices

Daily departures 
Speed Ferries 
01/04/2026 – 26/10/2026
01/04/2027 – 26/10/2027

Regular ferries and  Flights  all year round upon request 

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All Prices are per person in euros.
Prices are guaranteed for confirmed bookings up to 50 days before the departure date.
For requests less than 50 days before the departure date, the prices are subject to change depending on availability.

4* Hotel List

The hotels mentioned below are indicative and are subject to change depending on availability.

Athens Hotels

Athens Zafolia Hotel, Polis Grand Hotel, The Golden Age Hotel of Athens, The Athenian Callirhoe Exclusive Hotel

Santorini Hotels

Rose Bay Hotel,  Strogili Hotel,   El Greco Resort & Spa, Santorini Palace Hotel, Santo Miramare Resort
Hotel Anassa 

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Notes

• Ferry schedules are subject to change without prior notice, and the itinerary may not be possible on certain dates at the beginning and at the end of the season.
• An “overnight stay” tax applies to all accommodations in Greece. This tax is charged on a per room per night basis and amounts to € 3,00 for 3* hotels, € 7,00 for 4* hotels, and € 10,00 for 5* hotels. This tax is NOT included in our rates and should be paid locally on the spot by the clients.
• Any special request for an upgrade is accepted upon hotel availability or at an extra cost.
• Entrance/admission fees to various sites and museums are set by the Greek government, and in case of change, prices will be adjusted accordingly. Currently, included entrance fees are based on rates valid as of November 1st, 2019.
• The above rates include a VAT of 24%. In case of a change in VAT, prices will be adjusted accordingly.

In order to forward us your reservation request and for further information and assistance, please, contact us at info@greecetours.com, at +30 6974823355 (WhatsApp), or fill out the following form