Athens to Santorini Island Hopping | Gap Year 18-22 | 2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
Embark on an unforgettable island-hopping adventure from Athens to Santorini, designed for young travelers aged 18-22. This 8-day journey through Greece's stunning islands offers a perfect blend of exploration and relaxation. Begin in Athens, then sail to Mykonos for a guided walking tour and vibrant nightlife. Discover Paros, where you can visit a traditional village and enjoy the serene beaches. Finally, arrive in Santorini, famous for its breathtaking views and unique black sand beaches. Enjoy local culinary delights like domatokeftedes and soak up the sun at Perissa Beach. With reserved ferry seating, private transfers, and a dedicated Trip Manager, this tour ensures a seamless and memorable experience. Accommodations include stays at charming hotels in each destination, with breakfast and one dinner included. Dive into the Aegean's beauty and culture on this incredible Greek island journey.
Highlights
- Sail from Athens to Mykonos, enjoying the glittering sea view.
- Explore Mykonos by night on a locally guided walking tour.
- Visit coastal windmills and stroll down storybook streets in Mykonos.
- Travel to Paros and visit a traditional village with a local family-run bakery.
- Explore Naoussa, a fishing village with colorful boats and white-washed houses.
- Sail to Santorini, Greece's most insta-famous island.
- Swim at Perissa Beach and visit the black sand beach of Santorini.
- Taste local specialties like fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes.
Mode of Transport
Accommodation
Dining Summary
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Dinner (D)
FAQs
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
- Athens: What kind of seat will I have on the ferry? You’ll find a standard seat reserved for you while you’re sailing between the mainland and islands. (Mhm, travelling just like the locals!)
- Athens: Will the ferries have Wi-Fi? Looking to disconnect from the world (and connect with your new travel pals)? Ferries are the place to be. The Wi-Fi and phone signal when sailing between islands (understandably) tends to be weak. That’s why we always recommend using an e-SIM or getting a local SIM so you can have continued connectivity. But there’s no need to worry if you don’t have one. All accommodations throughout the trip will have Wi-Fi available - so you can keep your Insta followers updated on all the fun!
- Athens: Do all of the hotels have pools? Almost every time. Most of our accommodations tend to have pool facilities. But hey, you’ve got the sparkling Aegean waters of Greece by your side. So if you wanna take a swim, you’ve got the entire sea to explore.
- Athens: Can I know what time the ferry will depart & arrive? Ferry departure & arrival timings tend to change for every trip. So if you’d like to know the exact time, you can contact our 24/7 customer service centre.
- London: Can I share a room with my partner on this trip? Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.
Included Experience
- Athens: All aboard! Time to sail from Athens to Mykonos, checking out that glittering sea view as we go. Includes reserved seating.
- Athens: Don't spend another second worrying about how you'll get around. We've got that covered with a private transfer from the hotel to the port.
- Mykonos: We'll set sail from marvellous Mykonos to perfect Paros, with reserved seating included.
- Paros: We'll board the ferry in Paros and set sail for the sultry island of Santorini. With reserved seating included.
- Santorini: Don't worry about getting from the hotel to Fira, we've got you covered. (It's what we do best after all.)
Wi-Fi on Ferries
Optional Activities
End of Trip Transfers
Destinations
- Europe
- Greece
Tour Types
- Island Hopping
- 18-30 somethings
- Beach Tours
- Walking
- Foodie and Wine Tours
- Sailing
Location: Athens
Hello island lovers! Welcome to Greece, and welcome to the best holiday of your life. It's a big call to make on day 1, but we're making it! Take a minute to unpack in settle in to our hotel before we meet up this evening. First your Trip Manager will give you the rundown of what to expect over the next 8 days, then you'll have free time to explore the local area and find yourself some dinner.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Hotel Evripides (or similar)
Location: Athens, Mykonos
With no time to waste, we'll start our island hopping adventures today with our first destination: Mykonos. Let's do this! Two nights on the island of Mykonos, how did we get so lucky? Even the boat ride across the Aegean will have you awe struck and in love.
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Mykonos
Get ready for a day full of viewing coastal windmills, stuffing your face with olives, feta, and tzatziki. We'll stroll down storybook streets dotted with those gorgeous blue domes and we'll pick up some evil eye ornaments along the way to keep the bad vibes away. And this is all before you've even taken a dip in the ocean! Doesn't get much better than this... The day is yours to soak up the sunshine and play in the sea. Tonight, you'll have the option to join an exploration of Mykonos by night on a locally guided walking tour of the town's cobbled streets.
Accommodation Name: Paradise Beach (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Paros
This morning we're on to our next Greek island, Paros. Let's spare a thought for all those travellers who only get to visit just one Greek Island, and then remember how lucky we are. Beaches, naturally sculpted swimming coves, a Byzantine church and traditional villages: we must be in Paros. You're free to get into the sun and sea vibes. Those who feel like exploring can sign up for an optional trip to a traditional village where you'll visit a local family-run bakery and shop the local handicrafts.
Accommodation Name: Asterias (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Paros
Another day, another Greek Island delight. Hold tight - today you have the chance to visit Paros and some of the stunning islands around it - for a full day of sunbathing, swimming, relaxing, soaking-up-the-sunshining. Tonight, you'll have free time to explore the local area and find yourself some dinner, before heading out to sample the local nightlife.
Accommodation Name: Asterias (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Paros, Santorini
Paros, it's been magical – but today we're taking to the seas again, this time in search of Greece's most insta-famous island: Santorini. Santorini, we have arrived! Tonight you'll have an included transfer to Fira to explore Santorini's capital and roam the cobbled streets.
Accommodation Name: Kalipso Villas (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Santorini
Rise and shine, Greek Island travellers! The island of Santorini won't explore itself. Today is your day to take a swim at Perissa Beach, eat the local specialty of fried tomato balls known as domatokeftedes, or roam and explore. You can even opt to take a visit to incredible Oia followed by a visit to the black sand beach of Santorini.<br/>
Accommodation Name: Kalipso Villas (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Location: Santorini
And with that, the trip comes to an end. From Santorini, you’re free to make your way home… or keep going. Who’s for Cyprus? Or Turkey? The whole Aegean lies at your feet (literally) and you have a boatload of new buds to go exploring with!<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Reserved Ferry Seating
-Standard reserved seating on ferries between Athens, Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini.
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Private Transfers
-Private transfer from the port to the hotel in Athens and from the hotel to Fira in Santorini.
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Trip Manager
-A Trip Manager will provide a rundown of what to expect over the next 8 days.
Not Included
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Wi-Fi on Ferries
-Wi-Fi and phone signal on ferries between islands tend to be weak.
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Optional Activities
-Optional activities such as the exploration of Mykonos by night and a visit to a traditional village in Paros are not included.
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End of Trip Transfers
-Transfers at the end of the trip from Santorini to other destinations are not included.
| Dates | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
05-Jul-2026
for 0 Nights |
Multi-share (Mixed sex) | £1447.00 | |
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16-Aug-2026
for 0 Nights |
Multi-share (Mixed sex) | £1383.00 |
