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Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Athens. 2 In Athens; orientation tour. 3 Sail to Syros. 4 On Syros; optional walks/excursions. 5 Sail to Paros. 6 & 7 On Paros; walks or optional excursions. 8 To Santorini. 9 & 10 On Santorini, walks to Oia and ancient Thira; optional visit to historic Akrotiri and caldera boat trip. 11 Sail to Naxos. 12 & 13 On Naxos, optional Mount Zeus; optional bike ride or boat trip to Delos and Mykonos. 14 Ferry to Athens. 15 Fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 14nts hotels; 14 breakfasts included. See p83. Swimming: All hotels have swimming pools. Mode of Travel: Inter-island ferryboats/Charter and local island buses and taxis/On foot. Comment: A relaxed, free-form trip, making the most of everyday island life including the somewhat chaotic sea links! Ferry timings are subject to change. Plenty of opportunity for walks and optional activities, or to just do your own thing. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader. Group Size: Approx. 16 to 20. Minimum Age: 5 years.
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Islands of Atlantis
15 DAYS HOTELS EXPLORING THE CYCLADES
Legend has it that Poseidon, the sea-god, thrust his trident into the mountains with such force that he drove them into the sea. Here they took root and formed the Cyclades Islands. Birthplace of Apollo, this rocky archipelago is rich in history. And with their whitewashed villages, translucent coves and seductive beaches, these are the loveliest of all the Greek islands. COASTAL TRAILS OF SYROS & BEACHES OF PAROS
After enjoying some time in Athens visiting the Acropolis, or perhaps wandering around the old clustered shops and tavernas of Plaka we board the ferry for Syros capital of the Cyclades. The port of Syros is a bustling centre of commerce between the islands (exporting, amongst other goods, the tastiest loukoumia delights in Greece!), but its easy to leave the beaten track and there are some great coastal trails too, particularly along the south coast. Paros, dominated by the peak of Prophitas Ilias (750m), is famous for its
Exploring ancient sites/Jane Sweeney
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DATES & PRICES IN £
15 Days from London 2008 Wed to Wed Flight Incl Adult Child* 23 Jul-06 Aug 949 879 30 Jul-13 Aug 949 879 06 Aug-20 Aug 949 879 13 Aug-27 Aug 949 879 2009 Wed to Wed Flight Incl Adult Child* 22 Jul-05 Aug 979 909 05 Aug-19 Aug 979 909 12 Aug-26 Aug 979 909 19 Aug-02 Sep 979 909
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Land Only Adult Child* 749 719 749 719 749 719 749 719 Land Only Adult Child* 769 739 769 739 769 739 769 739
Land Only tour: 15 days - start Athens day 1 (Wed), end Athens day 15 (Wed). * Aged 5-11 years on date of departure. These are guide prices, see p86 for details. Flight Details: Direct non-stop flights to Athens with Olympic Airways from London Heathrow, flight time approx. 3.5 hours. Note: flight details may change - see p.80 for information.
white marble. The beaches are great fun for beach hikers and swimmers, and theres also a chance to catch a boat to Antiparos to visit the stalactite caves.
VOLCANIC SANTORINI & LOST ATLANTIS
Sailing via tiny Ios (Homers resting ground), we make landfall at the island of
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Ferry From/To ATHENS City tour, Roman Agora Acropolis
Santorini (ancient Thira). Its craggy lagoon, which includes a cluster of volcanically active islets, is all that remains of the legendary home of the Atlanteans. A savage cataclysm around 1600 BC let loose a tidal wave that destroyed the whole civilisation. We can walk to the ghostly town of Oia, which clings to the volcano rim, and also explore the mountain-top capital at Thira: a landscape rich in archaeology as well as picturesque images of whitewashed houses and bluedomed churches.
SYROS
Mykonos Delos A E G E A N S E A
Ermoupoli
NAXOS: JEWEL IN THE CYCLADIC CROWN
The largest and probably most beautiful of the Cycladic islands is a great spot for local excursions. Well explore its mountainous interior and hidden villages, perhaps climbing to the top of Mount Zeus. Naxos has endured the rule of many a seafarer, from the Venetians to the Turks even Barbarossa the Pirate! all of whom have left their mark. Another famous Naxian was Dionysus, god of the vine, and his descendants certainly take their viticulture seriously! Therell be time to relax, sample local wines and delicacies and to enjoy the beaches, before our voyage back to Athens.
POSIDONIA
Optional walks
NAXOS TOWN N A XO S
PAROS
Parikia
Antiparos
Optional trip to Stalactite caves
Optional walk Mt Zeus 1001m
DRIOS
Beaches Optional walks
CYCL ADES ISLANDS
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Create your own private group or itinerary. See p7 for details or call 0844 499 0601
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Optional Caldera walk Athinios
SANTORINI
Akrotiri
SANTORINI
Ancient Thira
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