7 days Romantic trip to Greece

Awe inspiring sunsets, peaceful tranquil beaches and elegant luxurious towns make Greece and Greek islands an ideal destination for romantic vacation. Check out how Greece lives up to the hype of being the ultimate honeymoon destination.

Travel tips

• Some restaurants and small shops might not accept credit card, carry some cash with you.
• Drivers in Greece, particularly Athens are very aggressive. Be cautious in road.
• Taxis might refuse to travel to your destination and/or pick up additional passengers while you’re on it without sharing the fare.
• Stick to bottled water when you are on the islands.
• Wifi spots are available in public places as well as in restaurants and cafés. Ask for password if the wifi is password protected.
• Do not flush toilet paper if there’s a sign asking you not to do it.
• Driving in Greece requires an international driving permit in addition to your countries valid driver license except for EU citizens.

Recommended daily itinerary

Estimated cost: $1100-$5900 per person

Day 1

Fly into Athens and get settled.

• Fly into Athens International Airport.
• Check in to Grand Hyatt Athens. Grand Hyatt Athens offers the ultimate hospitality experience with 2 restaurants, a rooftop pool, spa and a gym.
• Explore the city of athens. You can head over to Plaka. It’s like a village within the city with cute shops and restaurants.
• Enjoy your dinner with Acropolis views at Dimitris and Savas.

Day 2

Explore Athens

Visit top attractions of Athens on a bike tour.

• Enjoy early morning breakfast at IF Coffee & Resto.
• Join a 9:30 am bike tour of Athens. Make advanced reservations. This nearly 4 hours tour will cover over 20 attractions and a local guide helping to explore.
• Enjoy authentic Chinese lunch at East Pearl Chinese Restaurant.
• Head over to Lycabettus Hill. The view from one of the most romantic places in Athens is sure to amaze you! Take your cameras along and capture the breathtaking backdrop and the gorgeous moments during dusk and sunset.
• Dine at Sense rooftop restaurants. Enjoy the views and excellent Modern greek cuisine at this Michelin plate award wining restaurant.

Day 3

Santorini

Santorini is one of the Cyclades islands in the Aegean Sea. It was devastated by a volcanic eruption in the 16th century BC, forever shaping its rugged landscape.

• Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel.
• Take a short 45 minutes flight from Athens to Santorini.
• Check in to Aressana Spa Hotel and Suites. This family owned luxury hotel offers excellent hospitality with all traditional greek breakfast, excellent full body spa facilities, one pool with a pool bar.
• Explore the town of Fira. On the caldera side you get one of the best views of the island. You can rent an ATV with Moto Santorini which is the most convenient way to go around in Fira.
• Enjoy heavenly made falafal wraps at Falafeland.
• Continue exploring Fira. For a romantic photo op, head over to Heart of Santorini, a charming sight that creates a lovely frame for the views of the caldera.
• Head over to Akrotiri Lighthouse. Soak in the views and hangout until dusk for the best sunset views.
• Head over to Lombranos for delightful local sea food.

Day 4

Sea Kayak and snorkel

Admire Santorini’s beaches and beauty spots from the water on a scenic sea kayaking tour.

• Enjoy breakfast in Aressana.
• Take a 5 hours kayak and snorkeling tour. In this guided tour, you will visit black, white and red beaches, enter magnificent sea caves, swim and snorkel. The tour includes all necessary gears but you’ll need to bring your swimwear, sunscreen, water, dry clothes. Lunch and snacks are included.
• Head back to your hotel and enjoy hotel amenities. You can relax by the pool or enjoy couple’s spa at Tefson Kallos spa.
• Enjoy your dinner at Ifestioni Restaurant.

Day 5

Santorini Caldera

Sail around Santorini caldera on a deluxe catamaran.

• Enjoy breakfast in Aressana.
• Join a catamaran cruise tour and cruise around Aegean Sea. As you sail, enjoy the unlimited Santorini wine, Greek beers or sodas available from the onboard bar. You will have time to swim, snorkel and submerge yourself at the hot springs beside Nea Kameni, Santorini’s ancient volcano. The tour includes transportation from your hotel and full service greek lunch.
• Head back to your hotel and enjoy hotel amenities. You can relax by the pool or enjoy spa at Tefson Kallos spa.
• Enjoy your dinner at Ifestioni Restaurant.

Day 6

Eros beach

Work on your tan in the lap of the gods.

• Enjoy breakfast in Aressana.
• Head over to Eros beach. Eros Beach is one of the most romantic on Santorini. It’s on the south coast and is close enough to Vlychada Beach that the two spots are often bundled together as a single shore. You’ll find the typical black, pebbly sand of Santorini, but here it’s backed by sheer white cliffs. Being at the end of a dusty track about 10 km from Fira, it’s a quiet and secluded spot. Bring a picnic lunch, and enjoy the day here admiring the views and each other.
• Enjoy drinks and meal at Theros Wave Bar.

Day 7

Last day of the trip

Head back to Athens and catch your flight back home.

• Enjoy breakfast in Aressana.
• Take flight back to Athens.
• Enjoy last minute shopping or sightseeing until your flight time. Get ready to head back enjoying the new sparks in your relationship.

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