Athens, Naxos and Crete – Greece Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Athens, Naxos and Crete Tours for Young Adults

The one that gets you up close and personal with awe-inspiring Athens, plus Greece’s lesser travelled islands

Unleash your inner historian on this 9-day tour of Greece’s most fascinating locations. Kicking off in the capital, we’ll go from Acropolis to Apiranthos and finish up on the southern coast of Crete. See your fav Greek stories come to life, marvel at architectural masterworks and natural phenomena, with plenty of time to chill out on the most beautiful beaches you’ve ever seen. Time for your Greek travel fantasies to go from myth to marvellous memory.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

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Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

9 days, 1 country from about $ 2190* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)

Destinations:

Europe > Greece

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Athens

Day 2: Athens

Naxos

Day 3: Naxos

Day 4: Naxos

Day 5: Naxos

Heraklion

Day 6: Heraklion

Rethymno

Day 7: Rethymno

Chania

Day 8: Chania

Day 9: Chania

Day 1: Start Athens

AthensOur quest begins in Athens, where you’ll meet your Trip Manager and BFFs-to-be for the next nine days. After we’ve said hello and asked one another’s star signs and fav colours, it’s off for a walking tour of Greece’s historic and sumptuous capital –- exploring the Plaka neighbourhood in all its cobblestoned glory. Don’t forget your camera.

Athens Center Square Hotel (or similar)Day 2: Athens to Naxos

AthensWelcome to your first full day. With no time to waste, we’ll start our adventures today with our next destination: NaxosNaxosIn the afternoon, we’ll board the ferry and make our way across to Naxos. After a long day of staring open-mouthed in the face of sterling temples and sprawling landscapes, we’ll enjoy a much-deserved rest.

Coronis Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceExplore AthensToday we’ll set out on an Athens city tour with a local guide, checking out some of the most mesmerising sites. We’ll finish up at the Acropolis – the guide will be available to continue the tour here, but please note that entry is not included so you’ll need to pay for it.

Day 3: Naxos

NaxosToday you’ll have all day to explore Naxos – the biggest island in the Cyclades, known for its greenery, mountains, valleys, seascapes and traditional Greek villages. We’ll begin with an orientation walk, i.e. we worry about directions so you’re free to worry about getting the perfect insta shots. This afternoon, you’re free to explore alone or with your new Contiki crew. We’ll take a trip to the standout villages Apiranthos and Chalki, and don’t forget to sample Naxos’ world-renowned cheese – washed down with local wine or Kitron, the famous local liqueur. After a day of adventure we’ll gather for an included dinner and a much-deserved rest.

Coronis Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included ExperienceTraditional Village VisitVisit Apiranthos and Chalki – two traditional cobblestoned villages in Naxos with mesmerising mountainside views.

Day 4: Naxos

NaxosRise and shine! We have a long day of absolute re-lax-ation ahead of us today. The perfect chance to soak up the rays and bathe like royalty in crystal blue seas.

Coronis Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 5: Naxos to Heraklion

NaxosYou’ll have some free time for exploring this morning – before we say good night Naxos and hello Heraklion!HeraklionMyth-heads, go nuts! We’ll arrive by ferry to the home of the Palace of Knossos, famous for its connection to many famous Greek myths, including Theseus and the Minotaur. Tonight, you’ll marvel at Games of Thrones-esque castle walls on an evening orientation walk, before tucking into an included dinner.

Kastro Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 6: Heraklion to Rethymno

HeraklionNow we move Herakli…on to the next destination.
RethymnoNext, we go from the quintessential to the quaint with a drive across the North of Crete. We’ll visit the old town of Rethymno, nested in the mountains.

Brascos Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 7: Rethymno to Chania

RethymnoWe’ll take some time to explore Rethymnon Old Town. Expect Venetian architecture, quaint cobblestone alleyways and sumptuous sea views. ChaniaYou’ll work up one beast of an appetite today but don’t fret, we’ve got you covered with an included dinner after we touch down in Chania.

Arkadi Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 8: Chania

ChaniaWe know, we know. Last days are a total beach. But Chania’s laidback harbourside beauty ought to take the sting out of it for you. Make sure you go see the lighthouse – before or after a spot of grub at one of the city’s waterfront restaurants.

Arkadi Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 9: End Chania

ChaniaAnd just like that, it’s time to bid farewell to your travel crew. At least there’s one final breakfast to numb the pain (and boost your blood sugar). Afterwards, you really only have two options: head home or head to the rest of Greece’s islands like the archeology junkie you truly are. Either way, you won’t be able to resist keeping your new Contiki pals in the loop.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Explore Athens

Today we’ll set out on an Athens city tour with a local guide, checking out some of the most mesmerising sites. We’ll finish up at the Acropolis – the guide will be available to continue the tour here, but please note that entry is not included so you’ll need to pay for it.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Traditional Village Visit

Visit Apiranthos and Chalki – two traditional cobblestoned villages in Naxos with mesmerising mountainside views.

INCLUDED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

You’ll find all highlights and eventual changes on the details page

FAQs:

You’ll find all FAQs and the latest info on the details page

Included Meals:

8 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Group Size:

Maximum 16

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Transfers:

Public Transport and Ferry

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

More Details:

You’ll find all details and the latest updates on the details & booking page

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(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?

By booking an organized Greece tour for young adults or other Europe trips for young people you can not only reduce planning hassle, but often also save money, as tour operators can buy accommodations, transportation, etc. in larger contingents in advance and thus get special conditions. You will also benefit from the experience of the tour operator, professional tour guides (whose stories you can enjoy…) and have the easy opportunity to meet nice fellow travelers when traveling in a group. Anyone who has traveled before will know that travel companions or other traveling acquaintances are one of the most essential factors for unforgettable experiences. In addition, you usually have enough individual freedom even with organized tours and you can, if the arrival and departure is not included, additionally extend your stay individually before or after the group tour with young adults. If you still prefer to organize your trip completely on your own and travel independently, then you’ll find all the practical tools you need to plan and book quickly & cheaply on our individual travel page.