Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini)

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Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini)

Prices

From $1,925USD

Difficulty

Guided / Self-guided

3 or 4 star hotels

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Highlights

Spend 9 days exploring the prettiest Cycladic islands by bike kayak and on foot

Explore the Cycladic Islands culture and everyday life of its people on this family-friendly tour.

Experience the charm of Santorini and other famous islands.

Discover the beauty of Greece by hiking, biking, sailing, and kayaking.

Enjoy the best of Greece, stunning views, charming villages, and incredible meals.

If you are looking for a family-friendly tour that takes in the best of Greek culture, beauty, and stunning islands, then this may be it. This tour explores the Cycladic Islands of Paros, Naxos and Santorini.

You will explore fishing villages with whitewashed flat-roofed houses, see pretty chapels, hike along rocky paths with views down to the deep blue sea and kayak in bays with powdery white sandy beaches.

This tour allows you to travel where few visitors do, as you’ll be going by boat, bike, on foot, or sea kayak. This allows you to discover the Cycladic Islands best spots, tradition, culture and everyday life of its people.

Your tour will take you to Paros, Naxos, and Santorini. Paros is renowned for its superb sandy beaches, great beach bars and the lovely town of Naousa.

Naxos, the biggest of the Cycladic Islands, has some amazing inland villages and cultural sites like the impressive Portara and the kouros statues which you will see while hiking.

Last but not least, Santorini is the princess of the Greek islands where you choose hiking and paddling to experience the authentic and less touristy side of this unique, world-famous landscape!

Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Paros

Your trip starts on the island of Paros. Guests arrive either by plane or by ferry, and depending on the season you can choose from three different boat itineraries from Athens. The boat ride from Athens lasts from 3 hours – 5 hours. Take a short transfer to your hotel in the picturesque seaside town of Naousa. You will meet your guide in the evening if you are on a guided trip.

Overnight Location
Paros
Distance
n/a
Meals
Dinner (guided mode only)

Day 2 Byzantine Trail Hike

Your day starts by exploring the pretty and traditional village of Lefkes. From Lefkes you will start your hike on the Byzantine Trail, along the way you will enjoy the scents and aromas of herbs and plants while also enjoying pretty views of olive trees and vineyards. Today is an easy hike and it ends at a beautiful beach where you can enjoy a swim.

Overnight Location
Paros
Distance
n/a
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 3 Cruise on a Traditional Fishing Boat

Greece is famous for the sea, and today you will explore the sea with a wonderful day full of fun and swimming on a traditional fishing boat. Depending on the weather you will either sail to the tiny islet of Antiparos or along the south coast of Paros. Expect a day full of swimming, cliff jumping, visiting caves and remote beaches. You won’t go hungry, as you will enjoy freshly made Greek food and cold drinks. This is a day most guests say they will always remember!

Overnight Location
Paros
Distance
n/a
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 4 Transfer to Naxos

Today is a day to transfer to the pretty island of Naxos. After breakfast, take a short transfer from the hotel to catch the ferry from to Naxos. Once on Naxos, you will transfer and settle at your hotel, where you can then explore the pretty town of Naxos, which will be your base for the next 3 nights.

Overnight Location
Naxos
Distance
n/a
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 5 Hiking and Cultural Tour

Start with a transfer 20-minute transfer from Naxos to the Kouros statues. These larger-than-life statues of young men were abandoned incomplete by the ancient sculptors when they discovered faults in the marble. From the statues, you will then hike along a path to the pretty village of Ano Potamia. After a short stop at the village’s spring, you will continue on and hike to Apano Kastro (Upper Castle), to enjoy a panoramic view of Naxos town, the port, and the surrounding villages. From Apano Kastro, continue your hike to Halki, where you will visit the Valindras distillery that produces Kitron. Kitron is the local drink of Naxos.

Overnight Location
Naxos
Distance
8.5km, 4 hrs including stops
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 6 Naxos Cycling

Today is a wonderful bike ride through Naxian villages and countryside. The bike ride around Naxos is on streets and paths without traffic, cycling through typical Naxian villages, and small tracks lead you through farmland, with beautiful views over mountains and some of the best coastline in the Cyclades.

Cycling on little stony roads leads you to the beautiful beach of Mikri Vigla, with some of the finest white sand beach leading to the blue sea. Take a swim or enjoy a snack or drink. You will return by cycling along stretches of the sandy beach back to Naxos.

Overnight Location
Naxos
Distance
4-5 hrs (altitude gain of 600m)
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 7 Hike the Caldera Trail on Santorini

Today you are moving to Santorini. Start the day with some swimming or strolling in the picturesque port of Naxos. Around mid-day, you will board the boat that will take you to the fairest island of the Cyclades, Santorini. The breathtaking view of Santorini from the boat will give you an idea of Santorini’s spectacular beauty, it is a volcanic island after all. After you settle down in your hotel, depart for a walk that takes you from the town of Fira along the spectacular caldera to Oia.

Overnight Location
Santorini
Distance
11km (4hrs with stops)
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 8 Sea Kayaking Santorini

After breakfast, you’ll take a transfer to enjoy a morning of sea-kayaking, exploring the South coast of Santorini. You can expect spectacular rock formations, crystal waters, and beautiful beaches. Along the way, you will stop for snorkeling. After lunch, return to your hotel and have a free afternoon to relax or visit the archaeological museum.

Overnight Location
Santorini
Distance
n/a
Meals
Breakfast (semi-guided mode) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (guided mode)

Day 9 End of tour

Your incredible Greek multi-sport tour ends today. You can arrange your transport to nearby islands and continue exploring or return to Athens.

Overnight Location
n/a
Distance
n/a
Meals
Breakfast

Prices for Greek Islands (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Multisport Tour

This tour in Greece is run as a private tour for your group only and can be booked as guided or self-guided. The pricing depends on whether you need a guide or not, and on the size of your group.

Prices below are per person.

Guided Greek Islands (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Multisport Tour

  • Group of 2-3: $3,975USD per person
  • Group of 4-6: $2,995USD per person

Self-guided Greek Islands (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Multisport Tour

  • Group of 2-3: $2,225USD per person
  • Group of 4-6: $1,925USD per person
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Accommodation on Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Tour

This tour is based on Hotels. The standard tour stays in 3-star hotels and Inns, though you can pay a premium to stay in more luxurious 4-star hotels. All of the accommodation is based on staying in double rooms. In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel while traveling with your group.

Night 1, 2 and 3

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Kalypso Hotel

Located on the beach, Kalypso Hotel is a pretty, traditional hotel in Naoussa Paros. Guests enjoy air conditioning, flat screen TV and a refrigerator in the room.

Night 4, 5 and 6

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Princess of Naxos

Built a few meters from the endless sandy beach of St. George in Naxos, this hotel has a swimming pool, jacuzzi and rooms are equipped with fridge, air conditioning, telephone and internet.

Alisaxni Resort

The Resort occupies a panoramic spot on the cliffs of Santorini. Built in a Cycladic style of architecture and it is ideal for relaxation. There is a pool, rooms with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.

Hotels on Standard Tour

What’s included in the Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini) Tour?

Meals

8 breakfasts for semi-guided mode
8 breakfasts, 7 lunch boxes, 8 dinners for guided mode

Accommodations

Accommodations for 8 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

All ferry tickets (air seats) as per program starting in Paros and ending in Santorini are included. Also all local transfers for the operation of the program

Also Included

  • An experienced guide (guided mode)
  • Local guides for hikes and biking in a guided mode
  • Activities: Hiking, Cruise, Biking, Sea Kayaking

Not included

  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Personal insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Transfer to Paros at the start and transfers from Santorini at the end of the tour
  • The Overnight Stay Tax (around €3 EUR per room/day)

Optional Extras

  • Highspeed Ferry from Athens to Paros
  • Flight from Athens to Paros
  • Transfer from airport or port to Hotel in Naousa Paros
  • Flight from Santorini to Athens
  • Double room in Naousa Paros before or afterm
  • Upgrade to premium hotels: please inquire for the pricing

Frequenty Asked Questions about Greek Islands Multisport (Paros, Naxos, Santorini)

How hard is this tour?

This tour is a level 1 tour. It is suitable for families with older children. With the guided option you have the ability to alter the activities each day if you need the days a bit easier.

Do I need a Visa?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included?

8 breakfasts are included for semi-guided mode.8 breakfasts, 7 lunch boxes, 8 dinners are included for guided mode.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.

Are the tours in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English speaking

Where does the Tour start?

Your trip starts on the island of Paros. Guests arrive either by plane or by ferry, and depending on the season you can choose from three different boat itineraries from Athens. The boat ride from Athens lasts from 3 hours – 5 hours.

Where does the tour end?

Santorini island. Many guests choose to stay several more days relaxing on Santorini. You can return to Athens by air, though there are also many ferries to nearby Greek Islands.

Do I need vaccines?

Check with your family doctor.

What should I bring with me?

Please try to travel as light as possible. Although you do not need to carry your entire luggage while walking, you will still need to carry it over short distances. Also, remember you unpack and repack on most nights. You can leave the luggage that you don’t need on the trek, at the hotel in Athens or in our offices.

  • Large rucksack or holdall to contain all your luggage; waterproof liner recommended
  • Good waterproof top (Gore-Tex recommended or similar) with hood.
  • Thick socks for walking
  • Spare shoes for the evenings (optional)
  • Daypack (small rucksack, 20-40 liters) to carry picnic lunch, water bottle, cold/wet weather gear, camera, etc.; straps should be strong, not too narrow and preferably padded. In wet weather, belongings should be packed in waterproof plastic bags inside the pack
  • Warm clothes for the evening including spare trousers and top (fleece jackets/pullovers are warm yet light); plus optionally thermal underwear, for April  and October
  • Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with collar and long sleeves (against sunburn)
  • Your own personal water bottle(at least 1 liter). As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.

When is this tour available?

From April to November

When is the best time to travel to Greece for this tour?

Please contact us with your preferred starting date and group size so we can help you make incredible memories on this private group tour.

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Difficulty

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Tour Difficulty

This tour is a level 1 tour. It is suitable for families with older children. With the guided option you have the ability to alter the activities each day if you need the days a bit easier.


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