Day 1 Athens
Welcome to Athens! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, start exploring the ancient and absorbing capital of Greece. The birthplace of democracy, arts, science and philosophy of western civilisation, as well as the home of Plato, Socrates, Pericles, Euripides, Sophocles and Aeschylus, Athens is one of the world's oldest cities. Its recorded history spans around 3,400 years and it has been inhabited since the 11th millennium B.C. Tonight, wander the streets of Plaka with its array of bars, cafes and restaurants for dinner.

Stay at: Dorian Inn (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Athenian Callirhoe Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: -

Day 2 Athens
Discover Athens on your own today or pre-book an optional guided tour. A walk around the Acropolis is a must for any visitor; see the famous Parthenon, the Temple of Athena and the Propylaea. There are also many other fascinating sights including the Panathenaic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896), Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma Square, Ancient Agora of Athens and much more. In the evening, why not consider classic entertainment like going to the theatre, folk music and dancing or plate-smashing?
Stay at: Dorian Inn (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Athenian Callirhoe Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3 Athens - Zakynthos
This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Zakynthos, a Greek island in the Ionian Sea and a well-known summer resort. On arrival, you will be transferred by private vehicle past palm trees and green hills to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to appreciate this stunning island, being one of the few which are not overcrowded with tourists yet. And when you feel hungry, stroll into town for a rich variety of cuisines such as broad bean mash with pita, tyrokayteri (cream cheese), kuneli (rabbit), gouvesti (lamb with pasta) and mantolato (nougat).

Stay at: Filoxenia Hotel (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Meandros Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Days 4 & 5 Zakynthos
Zakynthos, also known by its Italian name Zante, is a beautiful mix of forested wilderness and long, sandy beaches reaching into calming turquoise water. Wander through Solomos Square, surrounded by buildings with arch-shapes windows and arcades - trademarks of the traditional architecture. Head to the west coast where you will find a rocky landscape dotted with quiet coves and caves, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Make sure to include a visit to the famous Shipwreck Beach for a sight you won't see anywhere else.

Stay at: Filoxenia Hotel (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Meandros Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6Zakynthos - Kefalonia
After breakfast, catch the transfer to the port for your ferry ride from Zakynthos to Kefalonia, another island in the Ionian Sea, marked by sandy coves and dry rugged landscapes. On arrival, you will be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel, then the balance of the day is at your disposal. The movie Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) was filmed here which helped to popularise this island, full of sparkling blue bays, bucolic countryside and colourful fishing villages along its coast. Its capital, Argostoli, is built on a hillside and many beaches are only accessible on foot.

Stay at: Aenos Hotel (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Mediterranee Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7 Kefalonia
Spend a full day discovering this gem of an island, famous for the fishing villages of Fiscardo and Assos, and natural attractions including Melissani Underground Lake, Drogarati Cave and Myrtos Beach. Pine, cypress and olive tress cover Mt. Ainos' peak, while at its foot you'll come across vineyards where the popular Kefalonian Robola wine variety is produced. If you love snorkeling or diving, you might even encounter the rare caretta-caretta (loggerhead) sea turtles that take refuge here or the monk (Mediterranean) seals monachus-monachus.

Stay at: Aenos Hotel (4 star) or similar
Stay at: Mediterranee Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8 Kefalonia - Athens
This morning, you will be transferred by private vehicle to the aiport for your flight back to Athens. Upon arrival, get your private transfer to the hotel and enjoy your last day in this incredible ancient city. Take in the lively outdoor atmosphere with heritage sites at every corner, or pick from a plethora of historic, cultural and art museums that will easily fill your time. Alternatively, delve into the locals' daily life by browsing the many street markets, the big old hall of Varvakios Agora, or Laiki Agora which takes over a main road in each neighbourhood for one day every week.

Stay at: Dorian Inn (3 star) or similar
Stay at: Athenian Callirhoe Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9 Athens
Following breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast