Greece is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, ranking in the world's top 20 countries. Visitors on Greek vacations are drawn to the country's beaches and reliable sunny summer weather, its nightlife, historical sites and natural beauty. The nation's terrain is just as varied as its architectural heritage: idyllic beaches, towering mountain ranges, wine-producing valleys, vast stretches of olive orchards in the south, and lush forests in the north. Greece's historical sights are just as varied; the country is littered with just as many medieval churches and castles as classical ruins and temples.

Athens – The Ancient and Modern City

No one should miss Athens with its wealth of archaeological treasures, its neighborhoods, its museums and art galleries, its restaurants and its port, Piraeus. The Acropolis is the most important ancient site in Athens and visible from almost anywhere in the city, an imposing hill in the center of Athens. On the summit of the Acropolis is the Parthenon, an ancient temple dedicated to the goddess, Athena Parthenos. Below the Acropolis is the Ancient Agora which is a wide expanse of ancient Greek remains. The Panathenaic Stadium which was built in the 4th Century BC as a venue for athletic contests is oval-shaped and was a running track with stone seating all around it. The stadium was restored in 1895 in order to host the 1896 Olympics with seats for 70,000 spectators. The Plaka is a self-contained area and an old historical neighbourhood of Athens It is also the site of many open-air restaurants to enjoy on your Greece vacation. In the Plaka, you can experience street musicians, flower sellers and much more.

Mykonos

Mykonos belongs to the Cyclades group of islands. Although it has acquired a reputation as a fun place in which to spend time on travel to Greece, there is much more to Mykonos than its nightlife and excellent beaches. The main town of Mykonos, also known as Chora, is very picturesque with its maze of narrow streets and harbour. The streets are full of shops, boutiques, art galleries, cafes, bars and restaurants. The island has quite a few beaches offering all the expected facilities. At one end of Mykonos town is Little Venice known for its picturesque medieval houses which literally hang over the edge of the sea. The sunset here is renowned. There are several good museums in Mykonos which include the Archaeological Museum, the Folklore Museum, the Aegean Maritime Museum and the Agricultural Museum.

Santorini

Santorini is what you might imagine an archetypal Greek Island to be like with its white-washed houses and churches and blue sky. This very beautiful island was formed from a huge volcanic eruption which created a large lagoon in the middle of the island. It is consequently surrounded by steep cliffs on three sides. It still has an active volcano, the only one in the world whose crater is in the sea. Santorini has a reputation as being a romantic island with its crystal-clear waters. You can add to this the island’s amazing sunsets. Akrotiri is an ancient city dating back to the Minoan civilization (2700–1420 BC) which was rediscovered only 50 years ago when it was found under the volcanic ash from an earthquake in the 1600’s BC.

INCLUDES:
International & domestic airfare (Int'l Flight info will be available late July 2021 & Domestic available January 2022)
Three hotel stays (2 nights Athens, 2 nights Mykonos, 3 nights Santorini)
Two ferry rides
One domestic flight (To be determined)
Daily breakfast
Two tours/excursions
All ground transportation
English speaking tour guides
A VEI travel specialist
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuity/tips, items of a personal nature, any meals NOT listed above, TRAVEL INSURANCE.
PAYMENT PLAN & METHODS OF PAYMENT:
$199 deposit, per person

$200 per month, per person.

Payment plan must start 30 days after completing the reservation. You pick the day of the month.

Personal checks, Money orders, Bill Pay, VENMO, and Zelle are acceptable methods of payment. Credit cards are accepted by our supplier GoWay Travel. You will be required to complete a GoWay Travel Credit Card Authorization form for each transaction. In addition, there is a 5% transaction fee applied to EACH transaction.

FINAL DUE DATE:

MARCH 1, 2022
Departure: SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2022

International Flight details available July 2021

Return: MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2022

Domestic Flight details available January 2022

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS:
Athens Hotel: Wyndham Grand Athens

Mykonos Hotel: St. John Hotel Villas & Spa

Santorini Hotel: Costa Grand Resort & Spa

*Hotels subject to change without notice, another 4star hotel may be used.

TOUR INFORMATION:

ATHENS - Hop On Hop Off

Exploring Athens can mean lots of walking and climbing, which is a stressful endeavor in the Greek sun if you’re short on time. A hop-on hop-off City Sightseeing bus tour lets you cover more ground in less time, without using any extra energy. View the must-sees, learn their history from the onboard commentary, and hop on and off at the stops that interest you. Plus, explore beyond central Athens on the Piraeus route.

SANTORINI - HALF DAY TOUR
Discover two of Santorini’s most famous villages during this panoramic minibus tour. Climb aboard your air-conditioned minibus and travel to the iconic blue-domed church in Firostefani, stopping for photo opportunities before heading to Oia. Then, see the white-washed houses, castle ruins, and stunning views that are characteristic of Oia as you explore the village. Make sure to bring your camera to capture all of the beautiful scenery. Explore the villages Oia and Firostefani on a minibus tour. See the famous blue-domed Three Bells of Fira Church. Stroll through white-washed, cliffside streets of Oia.

DEPOSIT
A $199.00 deposit via PayPal is required to hold your space.

CANCELLATION POLICY
There are no refunds after booking. Payments are made and required to hold your space until the day of departure and arrival. To review the terms, conditions and full refund policy, please click here:

TRAVEL INSURANCE
Vacation Envy International does not sell travel insurance, however, you are strongly encouraged to protect your financial investment by purchasing insurance from a 3rd party company. It's essential to buy travel insurance for every trip, because you never know what might happen when you're far from home! You are encouraged to purchase travel insurance immediately if you are interested in Cancel For Any Reason Insurance.
We recommend the following companies:

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MISSED PAYMENTS: Missed payments could result in cancellation of your reservation. If your reservation is cancelled due to non-payment, you will not receive a refund because you have prevented VEI from selling the package to someone else.