Spring Bliss and Easter Break in Santorini

Spring Bliss and Easter Break in Santorini

Enjoy the wondrous beauty of Santorini and the culturally distinct Easter celebration on one the world's most coveted destinations. While the inspiring locales and the natural splendor is a given, the guidance of Insider is what makes this tour most unique. Arrive on the island, and Insiders Tours will take care of all the details for you. From selected and prearranged deluxe tours, to meal reservations, to transfers, we handle it all for a peaceful and memorable vacation.
What's better than a friendly and qualified local joining you on a personal hike from Fira to Oia, sharing the impressive history of the hardy locals survival through the ages, or leading you to a favorite coffee spot with a view? The ease, comfort, and convenience Insiders offer for you to enjoy your vacation is truly priceless.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Santorini

Stop At: Fira, Fira, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Welcome to Santorini!
Full Evening Fira Exploration with Insider's group leader on a walking tour of this quaint and historic capital. Alternatively, you may wander the cobblestone lanes and find the perfect spot to savor a glorious sunset. Please be sure to meet us at the predesignated meeting point for traditional dinner.

You may attend Good Friday services at either the Roman Catholic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist or at the Orthodox Metropolis in Fira. Your tour leader will guide you there.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner: After the sunset, enjoy a delicious dinner, with a glass of wine or beer, on the caldera.
Accommodation included: 4-star lodging in Fira
Double Occupancy

Day 2: Grp private deluxe coach tour with local guide

Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Get on board and listen to our Insider local detail the history of this beautiful island as we drive to highest point in Santorini for a view of the whole island. Experience a Santorini winery and museum.Traditional village visit, free time to sit at the square like a local or browse in the shops. Red Beach- the iron-rich cliffs are truly awe-inspiring. Venture to northern-most point of Santorini for the famous sunset in Oia, with free time to enjoy the prettiest streets and take loads of pictures by the famous Blue Dome.

In the evening, Easter Saturday Services.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel
Accommodation included: 4-star lodging in Fira

Day 3: Western Easter Day

Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Make it a morning of your Santorini dreams, by enjoying the picturesque island and its treasures at your leisure…
Perhaps you’ll choose Easter Mass at the nearby St. John the Baptist Catholic Cathedral or experience Orthodox Palm Sunday at the Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral of Fira, the Church of Ypapantis. Your tour leader will supply mass times and simple walking directions.
Glendi and Celebration Dinner
Early afternoon pickup from the hotel for Dinner Glendi at a traditional taverna.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel
• Dinner: Glendi and Celebration Dinner
Early afternoon pickup for Dinner Glendi at a traditional taverna.
Accommodation included: 4-star lodging in Fira

Day 4: Santorini at your leisure

Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Day at leisure…take time and explore Santorini at your pace and as you wish. This is your Spring Break Vacation.

Or join the group for an optional excursion in search of the lost Atlantis. (You will need to let us know in advance.)Could Santorini be Plato’s Atlantis? Weather permitting, visit the Red Beach, before meeting a licensed archeological guide to experience the ancient settlement of Akrotiri. Also known as the Pompei of the Aegean, the advanced Minoan city, instantly petrified beneath the lava of one of history’s greatest eruptions.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel
Accommodation included: 4-star lodging in Fira

Day 5: It's Return to Reality

Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
It's your last day on Santorini, our little Heaven on Earth. Please let us know how we could make it more memorable for you or simply enjoy the morning with good company, a tasty coffee, and a final view of the imposing volcano in the middle of the caldera.
Let us know your departure details and we will arrange for the included transfer to Santorini airport or port.

Thank you for choosing Insiders Tours. We look forward to welcoming you back to Greece soon!
Have a great trip home.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel.
No accommodation included on this day.