Athens City Breaks & Gulet Cruise

Athens City Breaks & Gulet Cruise

 Prices from £2,098 per person

Athens: 3 nights 4*BB Hotel | Cruise: Meals Half Board | Gulet: A/C Traditional Standard Gulet | Duration: 7 Nights - 8 Days

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Athens and Greek Islands Gulet Cruise Holiday

One of the most rewarding ways to experience Greece is by combining a short city break in Athens with a relaxing Gulet cruise in the Greek Islands — either through the beautiful Ionian Islands or the Dodecanese Islands near Rhodes.

After exploring vibrant Athens, there’s no better way to unwind than by spending seven nights soaking up the sun aboard a traditional Gulet. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, authentic Mediterranean cuisine, and the charm of peaceful Greek island life.

This 10-night Greece holiday offers complete flexibility. You can extend or shorten your stay in Athens, or add extra nights at an island hotel after your Gulet cruise — the choice is yours.

Day 1: UK to Athens
Fly from the UK to Athens and meet our local representative or private driver at the airport for your transfer to your selected hotel.

Days 2–3: Discover Athens
Spend two days exploring Athens at your own pace or pre-book one of our optional sightseeing tours. Visit the Acropolis, the ancient Agora, or join a guided food or walking tour to experience the city’s rich culture and history.
See more details about our Athens City Break Packages with Daily Excursions — read more...

Day 4: Athens to Gulet Cruise
After breakfast, take a private transfer to Athens Airport for your short domestic flight to the island where your Gulet cruise begins. Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer to your Gulet.

Days 4–10: On Board Your Authentic Gulet Cruise
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a week of island-hopping in Greece aboard one of our beautifully crafted wooden Gulets. Choose from three stunning cruise routes.

Corfu Gulet Cruise – Ionian Islands
Set sail on an unforgettable journey through the Ionian Islands, exploring Corfu, Paxos, Ithaca, Kefalonia, Lefkada, and Kythira. This region, known for its lush green hills, turquoise bays, and Venetian charm, is perfect for those seeking a relaxing sailing experience surrounded by nature and history.
Read more about the Corfu Gulet Cruise…

Zante Gulet Cruise – Ionian Islands
Sail through Zante, Kefalonia, Atokos, Ithaca, and Poros, discovering a paradise of golden beaches, crystal-clear seas, and tranquil coves. Ideal for travellers seeking authenticity, serenity, and natural beauty, this itinerary blends heritage exploration with peaceful escapes to secluded bays.
Read more about the Zante Gulet Cruise…

Rhodes Gulet Cruise – Dodecanese Islands (Cabin Charter)
Explore the enchanting Dodecanese Islands with our 7-night Gulet cruise from Rhodes. This captivating journey through the Aegean Sea starts and ends in the historic island of Rhodes, visiting picturesque and lesser-known gems such as Symi, Tilos, and Chalki. A perfect mix of culture, charm, and stunning coastal scenery.
Read more about the Rhodes Gulet Cruise…

Day 11: Gulet Cruise to the UK
After breakfast, disembark from your Gulet and meet your driver for a private transfer to the local airport. Fly directly back to the UK, taking home unforgettable memories of your Greek island cruise adventure.
 

Hotel Stanley

4* Bed & Breakfast

This centrally located hotel offers convenience and comfort.
At Athenian Callirhoe hotel, one of the most well-known hotels in Athens, you will discover a distinctive building with elegant urban interior design, enjoy the very best in luxury and service while being spoiled with the 'little things' a guest needs to make one feel at home.

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The Ionian Islands - Corfu Gulet Cruise

The Ionian Islands are an emerald scattering of seven main islands:  Ithaca, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxos and Kythira – found off the west coast of mainland Greece. The region is famed for pristine beaches, the unforgettable blue of the sea, and the lush Mediterranean landscape. Several lesser-known smaller islands make up this paradise cluster. 

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Rhodes Gulet Cruises - Cabin charter 

Embark on a captivating journey through the Aegean Sea with our 7-night gulet cruise, starting and ending in the historic island of Rhodes. This unforgettable itinerary takes you to some of the most picturesque and lesser-known gems of the Dodecanese Islands, including Symi, Tilos, and Chalki.  Read more...


 

Zante - The Ionian Islands

The Ionian Islands are an emerald scattering of seven main islands – Zante , Kefalonia , Atokos , Ithaca, Poros – found off the west coast of mainland Greece. The region is famed for pristine beaches, the unforgettable blue of the sea, and the lush Mediterranean landscape. Several lesser-known smaller islands make up this paradise cluster.

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Athens

Athens is quite simply one of those cities which everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. It is an iconic world city at the heart of Western civilisation.

Athens features in many of our cruise and tailor-made programmes on the preceding pages. It can also be visited as a stand-alone city break. Remember the holidays and prices in this website are given for guidance only. If you don’t see the holiday of your choice, we will be happy to provide you with a personalised quotation.

To help you to explore Athens’s many cultural and historic treasures we have put together a few nights’ city break combination with cruises or staying in one of the Greek Islands,  including a half days sightseeing tour accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide.

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Athens private sightseeing tours

Acropolis Hill & Museum

Private Half Day Tour (4 hours )

Get acquainted with the ancient heart of the city & its most iconic archeological landmarks. The day is dedicated to the central Athens giving guests the opportunity to marvel some of the key remaining wonders of Ancient Greece civilization

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Athens private sightseeing tours

Athens Flavors

Private Half Day - Tour is 4 hours

A sense-provoking tour with insights into Greek gastronomy and the local food culture. During this private food tour you will not only explore the streets of Athens but you will get to taste appetizing treats that locals enjoy as part of their daily routine.

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3 nights Athens & 7 nights Gulet Cruise-p rice pp from May,Oct        Jun,Sep        Jul, Aug  
 4* BB Hotels in Athens &  Corfu Gulet Cruise - HB     £2,098          £2,398           £2,448
4* BB Hotels in Athens &  Zante Gulet Cruise - HB     £2,098          £2,448           £2,498
4* BB Hotels in Athens &  Rhodes  Gulet Cruise - HB     £2,098          £2,298           £2,448

Price Includes:

  • Return flights from the UK, including one internal flight within Greece

  • Private airport transfer on arrival in Athens to your selected hotel

  • 3 nights’ stay in a 4* hotel on a bed and breakfast basis

  • Private transfer from your Athens hotel to the airport

  • Domestic flight from Athens to your chosen island

  • Private transfer from the local island airport to your selected Gulet cruise

  • 7 nights on board an authentic Gulet cruise on a half-board basis (breakfast and lunch or dinner)

  • Private transfer from your Gulet to the island airport for your return flight home

Please note: A local tax of €100 per person is payable in cash upon arrival.

Flights info: 
Flights are included in above prices, however price subject to change depending on flight departure airports and flight timings. We can book any flight from any airport on request. Once you book flights with us, we will issue ATOL certificate for all packages including flights and you will be protected financially for any airline failures.  

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