WANDERWOMAN® ISLAND HOPPING IN GREECE!
Simply Island Hopping in Greece!
May 11-25, 2027
Price: $6,699.00 per person, double occupancy
for reservations received by Nov 20th.
Singel supplement: $1195.00
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Athens 
Crete Santorini Tinos
Visit the birthplace of goddesses (and gods, too), whitewashed villages hanging on volcanic cliffsides, world-famous beaches, seaside tavernas with views of breathtaking sunsets, and archaeological sites galore!
Greek Islands Travel for Women-Small Group Tour (approximately 10 travelers)
2027 Itinerary
ATHENS: 2 nights
Athens is the cultural center of Greece. We’ll stay at a beautiful 5* boutique hotel in the heart of the PLAKA, the old city, beneath the Acropolis and within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Enjoy the rooftop pool with a magnificent view of the Acropolis! On our first evening, we will have a welcome reception with an opportunity for everyone to get acquainted before heading out for a special welcome dinner. The next day, explore the “must-see” sights of Athens on a privately guided walking tour, including the ACROPOLIS, ACROPOLIS MUSEUM, and the Plaka with its numerous monuments. Next day flight to Chania, Crete.
CHANIA (Hania, Xania): 3 nights
Chania is a picturesque old Venetian port city. We’ll stay at a small, historic, pension-style hotel on a pedestrian street in the old port. After checking in, enjoy a walking tour of the town and discover why Chania is considered one of Greece’s most beautiful cities. Enjoy a delicious, healthy, traditional Cretan welcome dinner at a small local restaurant. Learn Greek dancing! You’ll have an opportunity for an optional hike in one of Crete’s GORGES, swim in the Libyan Sea, or explore Chania’s charms. Other optional activities that can be arranged locally include a cooking class and boat excursions. Minibus transfer to Heraklion (2.5 hrs).
ARCHANES (Heraklion, Iraklion, Iraklio): 2 nights
We will stay in a village within a short distance from Heraklion, Crete’s modern-day, bustling capital city. Over the next two days, enjoy private tours with our local Cretan guide. First, we will tour the fantastic KNOSSOS, a palace complex associated with the legendary King Minos, built by Europe’s first civilization, a goddess-worshipping culture. After touring, we’ll have a special lunch at a country home in a nearby village. The next day, we’ll tour the beautifully displayed artifacts of the HERAKLION MUSEUM. Our accommodations are traditional-styled for an authentic taste of local culture. Each is within walking distance to tavernas, shops, and points of interest. Next morning, travel by ferry to Santorini (2 hrs).
SANTORINI (Thera, Fira, Thira): 3 nights
This is perhaps the most spectacular of all the islands in Greece. Stay in a luxury, unique hotel perched on the edge of the volcanic cliff of the CALDERA. For a little extra pampering, each traveler will have a private room, and breakfast will be served on your private balcony overlooking the sea. We begin our tour of Santorini by minibus with a private guide, visiting the PREHISTORIC MUSEUM, AKROTIRI ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, a short walking tour of a traditional village, and a wine tasting at one of the island’s finest, small wineries. On our second day, hike along the caldera (optional) to the quaint village of Oia at the island’s northern tip, known for its sunsets (no need to stay for sunset since our hotel and our rooms have spectacular views). On our final full day in Santorini, we will cruise by private catamaran in the caldera for a different perspective of this island, believed by some scholars to be Plato’s lost Atlantis. The following day, travel by ferry to Mykonos (2.5 hrs) and then to Tinos (30 min).
TINOS: 4 nights
This quaint island offers small villages perched on hillsides, beaches, hikes, and delicious cuisine, and the main town has a charming old quarter. However, Tinos is still virtually untouched by mass tourism. You’ll see no big cruise ships taxiing in thousands of day trippers and no big bus tour groups queuing to get into sites as on the better-known islands. Yet there are numerous fabulous restaurants, lovely accommodations, beautiful natural scenery, and even some excellent wineries. On our first full day, we start our exploration of the island with a half-day minibus tour with our local guide, visiting villages, learning about local crafts, and sampling Tinian wines and local specialties. Our traditional-style hotel has a pool and spa, is a 30-minute walk from town, and is only 5-10 minutes from a small beach with restaurants. Although undiscovered by the hordes, Tinos is a short ferry ride from the glamorous island of Mykonos. Thus, an optional excursion to Mykonos or a post-tour extension can be easily arranged. We’ll gather for a farewell dinner at one of Tinos’ fine restaurants on our last evening. Our tour concludes with a morning ferry to Rafina port and a transfer to Athens International Airport in time for late afternoon flights home. Optional nights near the airport or a Mykonos extension can be arranged.
Temple of wingless Niki, Athens Acropolis
VINTAGE Samaria Gorge 1999!
Knossos Palace Complex
Santorini sunset at hotel pool
Our hotel in Santorini, Greece
Tinos, Old Town
GETTING TO GREECE
The group will meet at the Athens airport in Greece at noon for a transfer to our hotel in Athens. Although airfare is NOT included, we will happily help with your flight arrangements. Also, we can help you with any pre- or post-tour arrangements in Greece and beyond. If you will be traveling from a long distance away, such as the west coast of the US or Canada, or from Australia or New Zealand, arriving a day or two early is recommended.
TOUR
The tour price includes private tours by our expert official Greek tourist board guides of the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, the Plaka area, a walking tour of the Old Port of Chania, the Knossos archaeological site, the Heraklion Museum, the Akrotiri Archaeological site, a Santorini Island minibus tour, Thira Pre-history Museum, and Tinos Island minibus and walking tours. Also, your tour leader will lead a hike along the caldera on Santorini. Other tours are optional and can be prearranged by the tour director. Optional activities include a Greek cooking class (€150), scuba diving, boat excursions, etc. We have reserved an amazing local naturalist for the optional Crete Gorge hike (€215). Optional Mykonos day trip (€25). This itinerary offers flexibility, so you can choose activities to fill every day or relax and enjoy the beaches and the local atmosphere. Even if you decide not to partake in additional tours, your WanderWoman tour director will provide insights into Greek history and culture. Prices for optional activities may vary.
The tour is escorted by Erja Lipponen, founder/owner of Eurynome Journeys, who will attend to details to ensure you have a hassle-free vacation. Erja has traveled to Greece numerous times since her undergrad days, both leading groups and traveling solo. She looks forward to sharing some of her favorite places in Greece with you and discovering new favorites. On ” leisure days,” Erja will be available to arrange activities, recommend restaurants, and lead optional hikes/walks. On all days, a meeting time will be set for those wishing to get together for dinner. Visit our “About Us” page to learn more about our small group tours and Erja.
HOTELS
Erja selected smaller, charming hotels and inns with local flair whenever possible, avoiding typical “package tour’ hotels. Each accommodation is conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and attractions, making it easy to explore right from your door. Our Santorini hotel is perched on the caldera, close to town, and offers a complimentary shuttle into town. The accommodations range from a 5-star boutique hotel in Athens’ historic center to a cozy pensione in Chania’s scenic old port. All rooms feature private bathrooms, with most also having direct-dial phones and TVs. Be aware that some hotels lack elevators, especially in Chania, where we may need to carry bags up a cobblestone street. Therefore, backpack-style or small-wheeled suitcases are recommended, especially for ferry segments from Heraklion to Santorini (2.5 hours), Santorini to Mykonos (2.5 hours), and to Tinos (half-hour), as we’ll need to carry luggage onboard.
EARLY BOOKING PRICE: $6699 for reservations received before Nov 20, 2026.
Single supplement: $1195 (Solo travelers- opt to have a roommate and save the single supplement)
In Santorini, everyone will have a private room unless you prefer to share a king-size bed with your travel companion for a $400 per-person reduction.
Additional nights in Athens and Mykonos: $285 sharing or $569 single
Price includes 15 days / 14 nights accommodations; domestic transportation in Greece including flights from Athens to Chania, ferry from Crete to Santorini and from Santorini Tinos, minibus transfers, and taxis; locally guided private sightseeing tours and entrance fees as per the itinerary; and services of tour director for the duration of the trip. Also included are 14 breakfasts, 6 lunches including a wine tasting, 3 dinners with local wine, and a welcome reception.
RESERVATIONS
To reserve your space, call 207.236.0110 or email Eurynome Journeys for an application form and Terms and Conditions. We will hold your space for up to two weeks, at which time a $1100 deposit per person is due. Within 95 days of departure, payment in full is due. NOTE: Our tours tend to fill quickly, so to avoid disappointment, please reserve your space well in advance.
Optional activities such as Greek cooking classes (€150), additional sightseeing tours, hikes, and boat excursions can be arranged for you by the tour director. A list of optional activities will be provided.
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. For a free quote from Travel Guard Insurance, click for information. This is an active vacation that involves walking, standing, and climbing stairs and thus requires a certain degree of physical fitness. This tour is NOT suitable for those with limited mobility or those requiring canes. All group activities are NON-SMOKING. It is recommended that all travelers be vaccinated against Covid-19 and other respiratory infections. This is a mask-friendly trip.
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Read about the Wall Frescos of Thera
The discovery of the wall paintings of Akrotiri on Thera during Professor Spyridon Marinatos’s excavations (1967-1974) holds significant historical importance. It is placed on par with Schliemann’s opening of the Shaft Graves of Mycenae in 1876 and Evans’s uncovering of the Palace of Knossos with its collections of inscribed tablets in 1900, contributing to our understanding of the early Aegean world.
The THERA FOUNDATION, a non-profit organization created in 1969 by Mr. Peter M. Nomikos, maintains an exhibit of these beautiful frescos. The foundation’s purpose is to promote the study of archaeology, geology, art history, and other cultural events as they pertain to Greece and Santorini in the context of the Mediterranean. Many of these beautiful frescoes can now be viewed at the Prehistoric Museum in Thira town on the lower level.
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