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Greek Islands for Solo Travelers: Crete & Santorini

9 days  |  12 days with Rome extension

Group size
14–20 travelers
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This tour’s itinerary varies over time. Select when you would like to travel:

Explore the best of the Greek Islands alongside fellow solo travelers.

In Greece, you don’t just visit ancient ruins. You step back into the world of Zeus and Athena. And dinner at a taverna is more than a daily activity. It’s a chance to mix and mingle with friendly locals while practicing your Greek. (Yamas, which means cheers, will get you far!) As you hop from archaeological treasures in Athens to Crete and over to sunsets on Santorini, you and your group of like-minded solo travelers will find that the best sunset is the one enjoyed with a glass of assyrtiko in hand and new friends at the table. Not ready to leave? We wouldn’t want to, either. Experience the Italian art of dolce far niente—the sweetness of doing nothing. Take advantage of our two-day Rome extension and take your time over a frothy cappuccino.

Your tour package includes

  • 7 nights in a private room at handpicked hotels
  • 7 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 wine tasting
  • 3 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 1 ferry transfer
  • 2 on-tour flights

Included highlights

  • Acropolis
  • Parthenon
  • Ruins of Knossos
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Santorini wine tasting
  • Oia village visit
  • Akrotiri excavations
  • Village of Pyrgos

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

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Athens

Day 2: Arrival in Athens

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Greece! Settle into your hotel. Then, gather with your Tour Director and fellow solo group members. You’ll get to know each other at a mixer before enjoying a welcome dinner, served with beer or wine.  

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Brown Acropol

This cosmopolitan hotel is located in Athen's Omonia Square. Guests enjoy high-end rooms, rooftop restaurant with spectacular views and jacuzzis. Nearby you'll find the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, the Agora of...

Galaxy Hotel Iraklio

This luxe hotel is located in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Guests enjoy restaurants, the outdoor pool, and a spa. Nearby, you’ll find Lions Square, Ammoudara Beach, and various shops and restaurants.

Mar 'n' Mar Crown Hotel and Suites

This sophisticated hotel is located in Kamari, a seaside village on Santorini. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, views of the Aegean Sea, and a spa lounge. Nearby, you’ll find Kamari Beach, a shopping center, and Ancient Thera.

Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio

This historic hotel is located in central Rome. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar and lounge, and fitness area. Nearby, you’ll find the train station, Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, and the National Roman Museum.

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Flights

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  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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