2010 Greek Island Adventure

ATHENS and the GREEK ISLANDS of SANTORINI, IOS and MYKONOS

Come join us for a 14 day trip to both classical and modern Greece where you’ll be touring ancient city ruins, picturesque villages, charming country sides, and then have fun at the beach party scene in Greece on some of the more popular islands! This trip, for ages 35 and younger only, is for those of you that don’t need first class accommodations to have a good time! 
 You’ll enjoy the city life of bustling Athens, where the Olympics were just held a few years ago. Take time to visit the famous Acropolis or the first Olympic Stadium.  Shop and have an authentic Greek drink at one of the tavernas in the Plaka area. 
Then you start your island hopping for a 3 night stay on each island- Mykonos, Santorini and Ios!  All 3 islands are known for fun things to do and see and you’ll have plenty of time to do it all! 
This tour has the best blend of sightseeing, adventure, free time, fun stuff, culture, and socializing all in an affordable package and all with meeting new friends.  Come join us for a trip of a lifetime!

Quote from a European traveler on an age 35 and younger trip:
  “I knew it would be fun, but I didn’t know it would be that much fun!!”    

 Price Includes all of this:

• 12 Nights accommodations in tourist class hotels with private facilities.
• 3 Nights Athens
• 3 Nights Mykonos
• 3 Nights Santorini
• 3 Nights Ios
• Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges.
• An experienced, professional Tour Escort
• Ferry boat transportation between islands-tourist class
• Motor coach transfers
• 16 Meals Total
• 12 continental breakfasts (B in the itinerary)
• 4 three course dinners (D in the itinerary)
• Highlights
• Athens- Visit the famous Plaka area
• Mykonos-Visit Mykonos Town
• Santorini-Visit Fira Town
• Ios-Visit Ios Town

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Day 1                                     Depart USA 
Leave the U.S. on your overnight flight to Athens, Greece!

Day 2                                     Arrive Athens 
 Make your way to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore Athens at your leisure depending on what time you arrive. This evening we meet for an introduction briefing and welcome with your Tour Manager and fellow passengers. (D)

Day 3                                     Athens Sightseeing
 Your free day in Athens begins with an optional tour opportunity to discover the treasures of Athens with an expert local guide. Maybe visit the Acropolis and first modern Olympic stadium? Later, stroll the streets of the famous Plaka area- the oldest section of Athens, where most of the streets have been closed to automobile traffic. It is an area of restaurants, tourist shops, and cafes. This evening, maybe visit the Acropolis sound and light show or join in a Greek folklore evening. (B)

Day 4                                     Athens to Mykonos
 This morning we take a ferry ride to Mykonos, the jewel of the Cycladic Islands.  Upon arrival we are transferred to our hotel.  Grab that bathing suit-it’s time for a swim! (B,D)

Day 5                                     Mykonos at leisure
 Two days to explore and take advantage of resort and island life! By day, relax or swim at one of the many excellent beaches, stroll through the whitewashed streets, or shop in the boutiques. Maybe visit the small island of Delos, birthplace of Artemis and Apollo and one of Greece's most famous sites.  At night sip cocktails (or ouzo!) as the sun goes down;  join in the party fun and soak up the atmosphere of Mykonos Town wandering around the intricate maze of narrow cobblestone streets. End the evening on a dance floor at one of the island’s famous clubs. (B)

Days 6                                   Mykonos at leisure
Another day to explore this fun island!See above suggestions for things to do!  (B)

Day 7                                     Mykonos to Santorini
We have an early start this morning as we are transferred to the port to board our ferry to the most impressive volcanic island of Santorini for our three night stay on this beautiful island. With its sheer cliffs topped with gleaming white houses, Santorini is a truly unique and romantic island. (B,D)

Days 8                                   Santorini at Leisure
 Spend your days relaxing on the beach, exploring the town of Fira with its breathtaking cliff-top restaurants, take a boat to the active volcanic island of Nea Kameni or visit the site of Akrotiri - the lost city of Atlantis?  Ride a donkey down a steep cliff, eat some fresh feta cheese, buy some unique jewelry, or indulge in sweet Baklava. (B)

Days 9                                   Santorini at Leisure
Another day to explore this beautiful island!(B)

Day 10                                   Santorini to Ios
 Today we leave Santorini for the island of Ios, whose capital is Hora, the only main settlement of the island which is the only one to be constantly inhabited. It is a beautiful traditional Cycladic village full of lovely whitewashed cubic houses. The island’s port, Ormos, is bustling with life. The touristy beach resort of Ios is called Mylopotas.(B,D)

Day 11                                   Ios at Leisure
 Chill at the beach or pool by day and in the evening enjoy the fantastic nightlife. The nightlife of Ios is famous-visitors come to live the excitement and the great fun provided by the many clubs and bars of the island that stay open until late in the morning. A wide range of music from Rock, Hip Hop, R & B, Techno and Trance are available. (B)

Day 12                                   Ios at Leisure
Free day to maybe go exploring to an old castle in Chora and see the church of Panaghia Gremiotissa, or visit the wide sandy beach at Mylopotas. Most of the beaches of Ios are almost deserted, without any rentals or touristy facilities to unspoil their wild beauty. Fully-equipped beaches proposing all kind of sea sports are also available.(B)

Day 13                                   Ios to Athens
 Wave goodbye to Ios and the Cycladic Islands as we day-trip back to the Piraeus port where we will be met and transferred to our hotel in Athens. Maybe a final evening together for dinner and nightlife. (B)

Day 14                                   Depart Athens
 Fond farewells this morning as our tour ends after breakfast at the hotel. (B)
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Price
Land only, per person, based on double occupancy (remember we can put you with a roommate!)
$2029.00               May 5-18,
$2079.00              May 23-June 5, June 22-July 5, August 6-19, Sept.5-18, Sept.17-30
$2129.00               July 10-23

$909.00                 Single supplement add-on to above price, very limited availability and subject to change.
An $8.00 document delivery fee will be applied on all bookings per our tour operator.

Transfers - are not provided on this tour.  Please make your way to the first hotel in Athens and for the departure to the airport, check with other group members for similar flight departure times and you can possibly share a transfer.
Airfare and airfare taxes are additional.  Please call for a price quote or you may purchase your own air tickets.  Fares are based on availability at time of booking.  You fly into and out of Athens.
Travel Insurance- $169.00. 
Pay for your travel insurance with your deposit & you receive “Any-Reason” insurance (in the form of travel certificates to be used within 2 years with our tour operator) allowing you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to your trip.  Insurance is highly recommended. Insurance is non refundable and does not cover air arrangements not made by our tour operator.
Price does not include items of a personal nature-i.e. phone calls, meals not included, alcoholic & other beverages not offered with included meals, airport transfers, tips to guides & drivers, travel insurance, and airfare.

Fine Print— Greek Island Adventure 2010    Your payment for a reservation on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel Company General Terms and Conditions.  Please make sure you read both of these important pieces of information and call us with any questions.  
A non-refundable deposit of $200.00 (plus travel insurance if you want it) is due with your reservation.
Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure date.  Credit cards (Visa or Mastercard) or checks (made payable to Travel Advisors of Los Gatos) are accepted. 
Cancellation Fees and Refunds     All cancellations must be in writing. Regardless of when you cancel, there will be a charge from Singles Travel Company of $50 on your credit card for your cancellation plus the following cancellation fees:         travel insurance is non-refundable .  Cancellation Fees as follows: 
Period of Notice                                                                                        Cancellation Fee
More than 45 days prior to commencement of services                             Deposit is non-refundable as well as your insurance
45-22 days prior to commencement of services                                           25% of total price
21-8 days prior to commencement of services                                              30% of total price
7-1 days prior to commencement of services                                                                50% of total price
On day of departure and later                                                                          100% of total price
When the percentage cancellation fee is less than the tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of the deposit. No refunds on unused portions of the tour.  A fee of $30 per transaction may be charged for any alteration or revision made to a reservation.  Cancellation fees also apply to additional accommodations reserved prior to and after the tour booked with the tour operator of the trip.  Due to air carrier guidelines, you may be charged up to a $200 penalty if you cancel your air booked with the tour operator within 120 days of departure. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy/ and or the tour operator if purchased through the tour operator and are usually non-refundable.
Travel Insurance is highly recommended-please consider the purchase of it carefully.

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