Week-Long Greece Family Vacation in June

Bask in the mythos and magic of the sea and sun as you cherish an Athenian sunset at the Temple of Poseidon

What to expect on this itinerary

On this educationally rich 7-day adventure through Athens, Crete, and Naxos, immerse your family in the mythology and magic of the legendary Acropolis, witness breathtaking Dikti Mountain passes, and excavate an ancient Minoan site. This vacation effortlessly fuses comfort with hands-on activities that will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. As always, this trip is fully customizable to your pleasure.

Countries Visited

Greece

Places Visited

Athens, Crete, Naxos

Suggested Duration

7 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Athens – Welcome to Greece

As you arrive, you will feel a sense of peace and purpose that you may not have felt in years. Upon exiting the terminal, a private driver will greet your family, assist you with your belongings, and escort you to a private transport vehicle. As you pull up to your chic hotel in the heart of Athens, your gracious hosts will welcome your family as one of their own and show you to your classical room with a superb view of the Acropolis. The hotel will also provide your family with a traditional Greek dinner of feta, olives, lamb, and baklava.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Dinner
Day 2

Athens – Traverse the Acropolis

Day 3

Athens – Luxury Sailing Trip to Poros

Day 4

Crete – Helicopter Tour to and Excavate Ruins

Day 5

Crete – Adventure through Dikti Mountains

Day 6

Naxos – Naxos’ Old Town and Portara

Day 7

Naxos – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Stroll the same marbled steps as Socrates and Plato as you explore the legendary Acropolis
  • Bask in the mythos and magic of the sea and sun as you cherish an Athenian sunset at the Temple of Poseidon
  • Revel in the Mediterranean Sea as you sail to Poros Island on a private catamaran yacht
  • enjoy a private helicopter tour from Athens to Crete that will allow you to delight in breathtaking views
  • Unearth ancient ruins as you and your family become archeologists and excavate a renowned Minoan historical site
  • Adventure through the Dikti Mountains to the inspiring Lassithi Plateau in a comfortable off-road vehicle
  • Discover the infamous Portara of Naxos and stroll through the maze of artesian cafes and shops in the Old Town

Detailed Description

This week-long family Greece tour perfectly encapsulates the wonderment, mystique, and serenity of Athens, Crete, and Naxos. Greece is a country where history does not exist in the past; it courses through every activity, every building, and every site that your family will encounter. This handcrafted vacation combines historical teachings with engaging local guides in order to leave your family with an experience.

Your adventure begins in Athens. Tidbits of philosophy and divinity will fill your mind as you begin your ascent to the legendary Acropolis. Today will be your family's day to give praise to one of the most culturally significant sites in human history, and as you walk through each temple, you will realize that you are not just learning of the past, but living in it. After you have finished conversing with ancient gods at the Acropolis, your family will enjoy an evening trip to the Temple of Poseidon on Cape Sounion.

Your next destination will be the mystical island of Crete. To get there, you will take to the skies on an exclusive helicopter tour. After you land, your family will change into digging clothes and prepare to discover the secrets that lay below the earth during an ancient Minoan archeological excavation. The next day, you will adventure through breathtaking mountain passes to the inspiring Lassithi Plateau. From there, you will traverse the infamous Cave of Zeus and experience a number of other cultural wonders.

Your final destination will be the enchanting island of Naxos. Here, you can discover the famed Portara, which is a massive marble gateway that was originally constructed to stand as the most magnificent structure in the world. The Portara also offers a spectacular view of the island countryside and villages. You will spend your final afternoon in Greece meandering through the wonderful maze of artesian shops, cafes, and jewelers in the endearing and rustic Old Town of Naxos.

Starting Price

$3,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Zicasso’s travel agent created an itinerary that was perfect for Bob, me, and our three grandsons. We hit traditional high points in Greece, but also lots of gems off the beaten trail. All the guides were so enjoyable and really helped make the experience so memorable for our grandsons. We stayed at very exceptional places and there was no worry about transportation or any safety issues!

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Zicasso’s travel specialist, from the beginning planning stages of our trip to Greece to the end, was exceptional. He listened carefully to our interests and tailored our trip accordingly. He was available as we requested changes and immediately responded, and this continued throughout the trip.

Each tour in Crete and Athens went without a hitch. Guides were highly knowledgeable and friendly. He is very invested in you having a wonderful experience and goes the extra mile. I would highly recommend the travel company.

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Everything was well planned and coordinated. All of the drivers and tour guides were on time and did a fine job! The hotels were very nice and the restaurant suggestions were very helpful. It was also a pleasure getting to meet Zicasso’s travel specialist in person when we arrived in Athens!

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Our travel company and Zicasso were truly excellent trip resources and designers of our two-week vacation to Greece. They arranged every detail. We had transportation prearranged, lodging that was extraordinary, and food that was unforgettable.

Our guides for various day tours in each location were phenomenal. They were never rushed and seemed to give us limitless time. They made arrangements for us that were not part of their paid services, just because they were so welcoming. The guides were all graduates of universities who had completed months of additional studies to become certified as guides. We learned so much from our trip about the places, but also about the culture and what it's like to actually live in Greece. Bravo!

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