Day 1 Dulles to Athens
Oct 7–8, 2025 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
We flew out of Dulles on 10/07 at 1:30pm. Took my longest flight to date, 9 hours and 55 minutes, to Istanbul. We had a 6 hour layover in Turkey with a final 55 minute flight into Athens. We wereRead more
Athens Day 2 - Daytime
October 9, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
Our first full day in Athens kicked off with a bus ride to the Parthenon. We toured that and the Acropolis museum. We saw the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held in 1896. TheRead more
Athens Day 2 - extra photos
October 9, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
Elizabeth BlevinsWe really are. Also I cannot believe we have only been here 3 days and still have 6 to go!!
Athens Day 2 - Night
October 9, 2025 in Greece ⋅ 🌙 63 °F
We had an amazing dinner at Gecko; skirt steak, chicken thighs, whipped feta, calamari and shrimp. Did I mention complimentary Tiramisu? Walked over to the tomb of the unknown soldier just in time forRead more
Mykonos Day 3
October 10, 2025 in Greece ⋅ 🌙 57 °F
Took a five hour ferry ride from Athens to Mykonos. Upgraded to a cabin room so we could take a much needed nap. Took a tour through Mykonos city. We ate an amazing lunch at Raya, recommended by ourRead more
Mykonos Day 4 - Tour of Delos
October 11, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
This was our first day we did not have a very early obligation. We woke up leisurely around 7:30, ate a delicious hotel breakfast and caught a ferry to the Island of Delos, home of the temple ofRead more
Elizabeth BlevinsHigh 50s to low 70s. Swimming has been more of a polar plunge than a relaxing experience. Snorkeling tomorrow should be something.
Mykonos Day 4
October 11, 2025 in Greece ⋅ 🌬 70 °F
Caught a cab to Ornos Beach. Spent a few hours lounging on a sun bed, cabbed back to the hotel, got ready and headed out for our last night out in Mykonos.
Santorini Day 5
October 12, 2025 in Greece ⋅ 🌬 68 °F
Took the ferry from Mykonos to Santorini. Checked into our hotel, enjoyed a pool side lunch followed by a quick siesta. Met up with the group for a walking tour of Santorini. The tour ended near theRead more
Santorini Day 6
October 13, 2025 in Greece ⋅ 🌬 68 °F
Relaxed the first half of the day then took a Catamaran Sunset Cruise. First stop was the sulfur hot springs that weren’t that hot, but we still got in. The water was green because of the sulfur andRead more
Santorini Day 7
October 14, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Final day spent in Santorini just relaxing and walking through the Fira shopping district. Found two of three Catholic Churches on the island. Such a breathtaking place so rich in culture and history.
Back to Athens Day 8
October 15, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
Last sunrise in Santorini before we flew back to Athens. Took a picture with the group we have been traveling with the whole time.
Last evening in Athens Day 8
October 15, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
Had dinner at Bandiera. The Greek salad and filet were amazing!! We had to finish our trip at Little Kooks with a sample of two of their desserts, glucose pen on standby, they were soooo worth it.
Flying home Day 9
October 16, 2025 in Greece ⋅ ☁️ 70 °F
Kicking off the almost 40 hour trek home. Left the hotel at 12:30pm Athens time. Take off is at 3:40. 50 minute flight to Istanbul. 14 hour layover in Turkey. 10 hour and 55 minute flight back toRead more
TravelerBeautiful! Food looks amazing
TravelerAwesome, enjoyed the photo dump!
Traveler
Love squid, this looks like it was wonderful. Will you be trying a lamb dish sometime on this trip? Greek lamb is eye wateringly yummy. If you enjoy lamb that is.