Romantic Greece Island Hopping Tour

What to expect on this itinerary
When one thinks of beautiful and romantic locations, the stunning Greek islands most likely come to the forefront of your mind. This luxurious, 7-day excursion to Greece’s premier islands is designed especially for couples. A brief stay in Athens begins your trip before you travel in luxury to the gorgeous islands of Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini. Exclusive tours, dinners for two, and spectacular sea views will be found on every island. Add in the delicious food and idyllic beaches, and you have a true paradise on your hands. During this luxurious and memorable adventure for two, experience some of the best that the Greek islands have to offer.
Customizable Itinerary
Athens – Arrive in Athens and Private Tour of Acropolis with Dinner
Greece and its beautiful islands exude luxury and romance in addition to being the perfect destination for a couple’s trip. Your fantastic, week-long couple’s vacation to the Greek islands will begin when you land at Athens International Airport. Upon your arrival, a private transfer will whisk you away to your luxurious hotel that will be ideally located in the capital city. Once acquainted with your new surroundings, your expert guide will arrive to lead you on a private tour of the ancient Acropolis. As you are led around this iconic site, you can see age-old temples like Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the famous Parthenon. During your tour, you can marvel at the Parthenon’s architecture and design before your guide leads you to the impressive Theatre of Dionysus, which is considered to be the first theater in the world. Once your tour for the day concludes, you will be led to an authentic restaurant for the first of many romantic dinners. The candlelit table will be set in an idyllic atmosphere for a memorable meal for two. You will indulge in the delicious eggplant and meat casserole, which is known as moussaka, while you sip on a delicious glass of wine. Then, you will finish your meal with a sweet dessert before you return to your hotel for the rest of the night.
What's Included:
Mykonos – Arrive in Mykonos and Wine Tasting
Mykonos – Explore the Island and Panormos Beach
Paros – Arrive in Paros and Day at Leisure
Santorini – Arrive in Santorini and Sightseeing Cruise with Dinner
Santorini – Private Tour and Visit to Perivolos Beach
Santorini – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Marvel at the Theatre of Dionysus, which is considered to be the first theater in the world, during a private tour of the Acropolis in Athens
- Venture to an authentic farmhouse in Mykonos to sample delicious blends of Greek wine during a private tasting
- Explore the romantic Little Venice neighborhood of Mykonos, which is ideally situated on the water and known for its scenery and wonderful restaurants
- Delight in one day at your leisure on the gorgeous island of Paros, which is filled with ancient churches and stunning beaches
- Discover the volcanic island of Nea Kameni during an exclusive sightseeing cruise around Santorini
- Experience the crystal waters and black lava sand of Santorini’s gorgeous Perivolos Beach
Detailed Description
The many beautiful islands of Greece exude pure luxury and romance. This wonderful couple’s tour of some of Greece’s most iconic islands will begin with a brief stay in the capital city of Athens. On the afternoon of day one, after you check in to your opulent hotel, a local guide will lead you on a private tour of the Acropolis to see the awe-inspiring remains of ancient temples and theaters in addition to other unique displays of architecture. Then, you will share the first of many romantic meals for two when you indulge in a delicious dinner at a delicious, local restaurant.
The following morning, it will be time to set out for the first exciting island. You will board a high-speed boat at the port and jet off for the gorgeous island of Mykonos. The sight of the island’s signature white and blue homes will signal your arrival, and as you begin to explore, Mykonos will quickly captivate you. The afternoon will feature an exclusive visit to a local farmhouse for a delicious wine tasting, where you can find your favorite Greek blend before delighting in the balance of the evening at your own pace. Your next full day in Mykonos will be highlighted with a private tour of the island and visit to one of its stunning beaches. Here, you will admire the old windmills and unique shops as you are led around the winding streets. Then, you will relax and unwind for the rest of the afternoon at the amazing Panormos Beach.
On the morning of day four, you will set out once more on the Aegean Sea for one exciting night on the beautiful island of Paros. The entire day will be at leisure, and you may choose to do as much or as little as you wish. Perhaps, you will venture to the Town of Parikia to see some of Paros’ iconic sites or stroll to one of the island’s magnificent beaches. The following day, you will be transferred to Santorini, which is the final island destination of your trip. Your first afternoon and evening in Santorini will feature an exclusive and romantic sightseeing cruise that will be complete with a candlelit dinner. This cruise will provide you with the opportunity to marvel at the rugged cliffs and swim in the luxurious hot springs of Nea Kameni, which is a nearby volcanic island, before having you return to the boat for a savory and delicious dinner.
You can explore more of Santorini on day six with a private tour of the island. The ancient settlement of Akrotiri in addition to the quaint villages of Fira and Oia will each be memorable because they will lead you deeper into the culture of the island. The perfect ending to your last day will be a relaxing visit to Perivolos Beach. On the morning of day seven, your private transfer will return you to the mainland of Greece and then to Athens International Airport for the return flight. You can admire the last sights one last time as your wonderful couple’s vacation comes to a joyful conclusion. Consider learning more about our travelers’ best Greece vacation experiences by reading their Greece travel reviews.
Starting Price
$2,300 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Verified Traveler Reviews
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We had a wonderful experience with our Zicasso travel specialist while planning our vacation in Greece. We had a group that consisted of two families; in total, eight people. Our travel specialist gave us recommendations based on the types of activities we wanted to do and the types of islands we were hoping to experience.
We stayed two nights in Athens, three nights on Naxos, and three nights in Santorini. The accommodations were fantastic! Every tour guide and driver was helpful and so kind.
When we wanted to add a stop in Naxos for an impromptu lunch, our guide was happy to detour and bring us to a place with the best gyros that the locals really enjoy! Everyone made us feel at home. Thank you for a beautiful trip and all the lovely memories!
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Zicasso's travel expert was very professional. She answered all my questions promptly and made sure to book the tours and hotels that fit our needs. Highly recommend.
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Our 11-day honeymoon in Greece was nothing short of magical—and we owe so much of that to our Zicasso travel specialist and the entire team at her company. From the very start, they worked within our budget and offered a flexible payment plan that made planning feel manageable and stress-free.
As our trip approached, we had a thorough planning call with our specialist. She walked us through every detail of our itinerary, which completely put us at ease. That level of preparation meant we could focus on enjoying the moment instead of worrying about logistics.
Once we landed in Athens, the travel company was just a WhatsApp message away. Anytime we had a question—no matter how small—they responded within minutes. That kind of real-time support made us feel cared for the entire time.
The accommodations they booked were absolutely out of this world. Each hotel felt handpicked just for us—luxurious, romantic, and incredibly welcoming. It was clear the company has strong relationships with local vendors because we were treated like royalty everywhere we went.
As a gay couple, we also appreciated how safe, inclusive, and celebrated we felt throughout the trip. Every detail was thoughtfully planned with us in mind.
We’d recommend our travel company 1,000 times out of 10. If you're planning a gay honeymoon—or any trip to Greece—look no further. This was truly the trip of a lifetime.
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Zicasso's travel specialist and her company did an amazing job of planning the most incredible and memorable trip for my family of five.
Every detail was meticulously thought out and perfectly executed. Every transfer was spacious and, thankfully, air conditioned. Each boutique hotel booked was unique and beautiful, with stunning views and amenities offered. Every excursion with English-speaking guides was incredible. The guides were knowledgeable and super-friendly.
We can't thank our travel specialist and her team enough for this amazing trip. We have memories for a lifetime!! I highly recommend using her for your next trip to Greece or Europe.
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It was our family's first time visiting Greece. We've always wanted to see the country and there were so many good things we'd heard about Greece.
There were a couple of things that made this trip very special. First, our youngest daughter's request for her 16th birthday was to go as a family and celebrate it in Greece. Second, none of us had ever been to Greece (on our previous trips, either my husband and/or I had been there or it was our family's second time there), so experiencing it together for the first time was really special.
Zicasso gave us two very good Greek travel companies. Both presented interesting itineraries to us. It was a year of planning and I'd gone back and forth with both travel companies with revisions of itineraries and, of course, the cost.
What made us choose this travel company was that the specialist was very honest, upfront, and very accommodating. He gave his honest opinion when I asked him about certain excursion activities or even restaurants (social media makes it really look good, especially for people who have not been there), and he did not pressure or force us into doing activities that did not interest us. He wanted to make sure we got to experience the best, but he was also very mindful of the costs. I had many back and forth conversations with him via texts, emails, or phone calls. He wanted to get to know our family. When I told him about our daughter's 16th birthday requests, he made sure he got every detail of what would make her birthday special. He also asked me about the interests of our eldest daughter because he wanted to surprise her with something special from Greece. That says a lot about the travel specialist and his company; they are personal and it's not just pure business for them.
A few days before we left the US, he called us so we could reschedule our flights (Santorini to Athens) to an earlier time going back home because he was concerned we may miss our connecting flights. Who does that? This just shows he checks every detail and wanted to make sure that even before we left the US, up to the time we arrived back home, everything was taken care of.
We had the best vacation in Greece. We did not worry about anything the entire time. The travel company was in constant communication with us. They created a WhatsApp group chat which made it so much easier. They gave us daily reminders and they arranged everything for us. We felt that the entire trip was customized for our family. The "Mamma Mia" island tour and birthday celebration for our daughter was perfect. The restaurant in Kolios was a great recommendation, and when I asked him to reserve the specific table and have a little birthday decoration for my daughter, it was accomplished.
Chania was amazing; both me and my husband loved this place. The view from our hotel room on Zampeliou Street, overlooking the old harbour and the Cretan Sea with the lighthouse, was breathtaking. We enjoyed walking through the streets of the Old Town of Chania.
We thought Santorini would be overcrowded, but we had a great tour guide who knew where to take us first to avoid crowds, and he gave us really helpful advice to go around the island. He took us to the little hidden alleys and showed how locals live. We ended up really loving the island.
We enjoyed every activity planned for us. We enjoyed our stay at our hotels. Mine and my husband's favorite were the hotel in Kalamata and the one in Chania. We really liked the view of the Acropolis from our rooms at the hotel in Athina, and that hotel was very convenient. We also enjoyed their breakfast there. The girls enjoyed the hotel in Skiathos because of how close it was to the beach, and they loved the "Mamma Mia" boat tour.
We each have our own favorite activities/tour/tour guides, but overall, our family had an amazing time in Greece – the way the travel agent and the entire team did a phenomenal job. The way the itinerary was put together and the timing for each place/island was just perfect for us. They exceeded our expectations. We fell in love with Greece, the culture, and the people, who were all so kind, nice, and very hospitable (not once did we have a bad encounter). We will definitely go back; there is so much more to explore and we'll definitely be working with this travel company in the future.
We only have good things to say about our Greece vacation and we highly recommend this travel agency. We've been to other countries and worked with other travel companies. In our opinion, this one was the best travel company we've ever worked with.
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Zicasso's travel agent took great care of my family, planning an excellent trip, with revisions based on our interests, and was quick to respond to my emails. He took care of the necessary arrangements when the ferry was unexpectedly cancelled.
We stayed in beautiful hotels and enjoyed our tours with knowledgeable guides and drivers. Our trip to Delphi and Meteora was a highlight of our trip. We had a great driver there.
Highly recommend!
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