Aegean Icons: A Luxury Vacation Through the Cyclades
Welcome to the ultimate Cycladic escape across the Aegean Sea. Aegean Icons is a luxury vacation for discerning travelers that covers three of the most iconic destinations in Cyclades: Santorini, Mykonos and Paros.
Beyond their fame and postcard beauty, these three islands reveal a deeper, more genuine side when experienced through our unique perspective. Our travel designers have curated a 9-day itinerary that weaves together must-see landmarks with unique experiences that most visitors overlook.
Experience the subtle pleasures of Cycladic art, fine dining, and archetypal beauty come together to delight your senses. With each stop, the journey appeals to your refined curiosity: to touch, taste and truly connect with the spirit of the Aegean.
Undeniably, this luxury vacation in Cyclades is a sensorial voyage designed for those who seek a meaningful, authentic, relaxing holiday. A gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect and be nourished by grace, balance and the calming elegance of the Deep Blue.
Overview
Duration:
- 9 Days | 8 Nights
Locations:
- Santorini (3 nights)
- Mykonos (3 nights)
- Paros (2 nights)
Highlights:
- Private tour to traditional settlements of Pyrgos & Megalochori, wine tasting at Caldera, visit to Red & Black Beaches, with an optional stop for lunch (Santorini).
- Private boat tour to the Volcanic Islands and Akrotiri lighthouse, with light lunch and drinks on board (Santorini).
- Semi-private tour to Rinia and Delos (UNESCO), the sacred birthplace of Apollo.
- Private tour to the hidden gems of Mykonos: the island’s dam and lighthouse.
- Private car tour to a winery and microbrewery, the Holy Shrine of the Virgin Mary Ekatontapyliani, & the Venetian castle.
Accommodation Style:
- 5* handpicked hotels
Included:
- 24/7 concierge support.
- All domestic flights (Athens - Santorini / Paros - Athens)
- All transports (Ferry to Santorini - Mykonos / Santorini - Paros)
- Private transfers to/from airports, hotels, restaurants & activities.
- 3 scenic car tours (Santorini / Mykonos / Paros)
- 1 private cruise (Santorini) & 1 semi-private cruise (Mykonos)
- 8 breakfasts and daily dinners at top restaurants & traditional taverns.
- All archaeological site visits with a private guide.
- All VAT, entrance fees, and gratuities.
Cost per person:
- From €7,800
Day 1: Arrival in Santorini
Your journey starts with a short flight from Athens to Santorini. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and chauffeured to your luxurious hotel in Imerovigli, your clifftop haven. As the sun dips, enjoy a gourmet dinner at Oia, with views that will steal your heart. Return to your hotel for a peaceful first night in paradise.
Day 2: Discover Santorini’s Hidden Charms
After breakfast, embark on a 5-hour private driving tour through the island’s most captivating corners. First, you explore the traditional villages of Pyrgos and Megalochori. Then you visit the volcanic vineyards for a rare wine tasting experience. Next stops include the lighthouse of Akrotiri, a walk on the famous Red Beach & a visit to the summit of Prophet Elias. Your tour concludes with an exploration of the lunar landscape of Vlychada. You return from your private trip, for a relaxing free afternoon, followed by dinner with views in charming Imerovigli.
Day 3: Private Cruise Through the Caldera
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast before heading to Vlychada marina. Set sail on a 5-hour private boat tour exploring the Red & White beaches, and the volcano. Swim, sunbathe, and let every breathtaking vista awaken your senses. Return to your hotel and unwind. In the evening, a fine dining experience awaits you at Fira, the vibrant capital of Santorini.
Day 4: From Santorini to Mykonos
After breakfast enjoy a smooth transfer to the port of Athinios for your high-speed ferry to Mykonos. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your luxury hotel. Spend the afternoon at your own pace. Then savor the sunset at a restaurant with beautiful natural surroundings, where you try some of the most exquisite Mediterranean and local dishes. As you marvel at the panoramic view of Mykonos Town, you find yourself enamored with its timeless Cycladic ambience.
Day 5: Mykonos Wild Beauty Tour
After breakfast, set out on a 5-hour wild experience tour through Mykonos’ authentic side. Highlights of this adventure include: the secluded bay of Fokos and the colorful pebble beach of Houlakia. As well as the lighthouse at Fanari with its sweeping views of Tinos, the tranquil Mersini beach, and the island’s dam. Return to your hotel for some free time. In the evening, dine by the beach in Platis Gialos under the stars. At nightfall, relaxed and content, you drift into sleep at the gentle sound of the Aegean Sea.
Day 6: Sailing to Delos & Rineia 
Following a delicious breakfast, transfer to Ornos Bay for a 5-hour semi-private tour. Today, you visit the sacred island of Delos (UNESCO Heritage Site) and the unspoiled paradise of Rineia (or Rhenea). Enjoy a light onboard meal & drinks as you bask in the Aegean sun. After returning to your hotel, end your day with a lavish dinner at an Italian restaurant in Kalafatis.
Day 7: Onwards to Paros
Today, catch a high-speed ferry to Paros, the 3rd and final destination of your luxury vacation. You’ll be met at the port and taken to your luxury beachfront hotel near Naoussa. Spend the afternoon swimming, relaxing, and immersing yourself in the soothing rhythm of Cycladic island life. That evening, dine by the sea at one of your hotel’s restaurants for a fine dining experience.
Day 8: Flavors & Heritage of Paros
Your private 5-hour tour begins after breakfast. Delight your senses with visits to a boutique winery and microbrewery. Step into history at one of the oldest Paleo-Christian monuments preserved, the Monastery of Panagia Ekatontapyliani (literal meaning 100 gates). You, then, walk in the quaint alleyways of Parikia, immortalizing the Venetian castle in photographs. After some rest, enjoy a sunset stroll and dinner in the charming mountain village of Lefkes. There, at a traditional Greek taverna, you experience the culinary temperament of Cycladic cuisine. Slow-cooked dishes, rich in wild herbs and fresh, local ingredients.
Day 9: The conclusion of your Aegean luxury vacation
Enjoy your final Cycladic breakfast before being transferred to the airport for your return flight to Athens. As you recount the experiences of your luxury vacation in Greece, you are wrapped in the lingering warmth of the Aegean. Your heart is full with days of authentic beauty, curated comfort and the rare pleasure of a journey crafted for the discerning few.
