Arrival in Athens and transfer to your hotel.
Your guide will pick you up for a 4 hours private walking tour of Athens with Acropolis. A good thing to know is that we will assign you one of our best guides, who, besides the passion and knowledge he/she shares, he is also an archaeologist and you will enjoy your day to the fullest!
Pick up by your guide and start your private wine tour to the Peloponnese.
We will firstly stop at Corinth Canal and then head on to in Argos and the spectacular Skouras Domain where you will take a tour in the domain. You will wine taste and if you wish, you can buy some labels. After your wine tour is over, you will head to Nafplion (the first capital of Greece). Visit the castle, have lunch (at supplement), maybe a cup of coffee, some gelato ice-cream and in the evening, start driving back to Athens.
Departure transfer to the port.
Embark on the ferry to the island of Naxos (around 4 hours journey)
Upon arrival in Naxos, meet and transfer to your hotel. Meet by your Antelope Travel concierge and check in your rooms.
This day we will do a cooking class!
Starting from your hotel we first head to the village of Eggares. Lying on a fertile plain traversed by two rivers, Eggares is the island’s main supplier of produce and a truly blessed place. Of course agriculture in Greece is tied to the cultivation of olive trees and the production of olive oil and that is exactly what we are going to take a closer look at through a visit to the village’s olive press museum. This traditional olive press dates back to 1884, however some locals will claim it has been around since the beginning of the 19th century. You will get to see the tools that were used at the time and learn about the process of manual olive oil extraction that has been in use for millennia, and now belongs to the past. Having learnt everything about olive oil it is now time to use it!
Situated on the same plain as Eggares is the nearby village of Galini (meaning “serenity”) where we will set out on a gastronomic quest with the help of our host and teacher,
Mrs Voula( a local woman who is happy to share her cooking knowledge). The first step to making a great dish is picking out the ingredients and what ingredients would be better than the home-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs found in our host’s own authentic organic farm. You have the chance to see where organic products grow and have a real taste of cultivation and farming. Having assembled everything, we are going to create a traditional Naxian dish from scratch! Enjoy!
This day we will do a blend of history and tastes tour.
Naxos Town offers the ideal synthesis of past and present for the traveler to connect with the true character of the island – its rich historical past and current gastronomic traditions.
Our story begins at the Temple of Apollo (Portara) with the narration about the island’s first inhabitants and the mythology that shaped their presence. We continue to an on-site excavation museum and unto the top of the Venetian Castle area where a great art collection of pre –historic Cycladic figurines will complete the island’s cultural frame. From the historical port to the crowning castle, the Venetian Old Town with its quaint alleyways -where the food market is awake- passing by colourful fruit stands and stalls with aromatic herbs and spices, we invite travellers to enjoy sampling of local delicacies including a variety of fine, local Naxian cheeses with a glass of wine and a variety of phyllo snacks. The food tour is filled with the promise of more traditional mezes and local delights with delightful sensations of Naxian gastronomy at a traditional taverna where we all experience the tastes of the island at a hospitable table!
Departure transfer to the port. Ferry to Folegandros.
Upon arrival in Folegandros, meet and transfer to your hotel.
Discover Folegandro's heartland and have a unique experience. Folegandros original pathways lead us to beautiful beaches and at the same time we have the opportunity to visit the typical chapels and the unique lemon tree security “homes”.
Our walk comes to an end with a meal inour organic gardens made from products gathered in situ! And don’t forget that you will have already been introduced to Local Path’s donkeys – Rhea and Artemis.
This day we will discover the island by a vehicle and experience the local cuisine and culture.
We will visit to the church of Panagia. The church of “Panagia” is one of the most famous sights of Folegandros. Apart from the religious and cultural interest of this guided tour, visitors enjoy the panoramic view that is
unforgettable. Then visit the Kastro (castle) of Hora, the main village. The uniqueness and authenticity of the castle of Folegandros combined with the particular architecture travel the visitor into another era. Proceed to the folklore museum or a Themonia. With this particular tour the visitors learn about the traditional way of life, of the
inhabitants of the island and the ways they devised in order to gain their everyday life. Visit to a traditional grocery in Ano Meria village for lunch. We will meet the local community and enjoy local flavors at a traditional grocery where an old lady cooks for us.
Departure transfer to the port for the speed ferry to Paros.
Private arrival transfer in Paros.
Climb into a private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle and take off to explore the island. You will likely find a photo-worthy view around every corner. First stop: Paroikia, the capital of Paros, a beautiful Cycladic village with whitewashed cubic houses and impressive neoclassical mansions. A well-preserved 13th century Venetian castle stands proudly on a hill at the village center, offering an amazing view of Paroikia. Do not miss the chance to explore the famous Island landmark: the 6th century church of Panagia Ekatontapyliani. After your walking tour of the town, hop back in your private vehicle and start your exploration of other attractions. Route to Pounta port where you will take the local ferry boat to Antiparos island (duration 15mn). The enchanting atmosphere of Antiparos will seduce you as soon as you will arrive. White houses with a blue touch, narrow streets with bougainvillea and eucalyptus, an irresistible atmosphere of good vibrations. Walking tour of Chora (main town) in the main market street until the Kastro, a marvel of architecture made from two story houses adjoined one to another, a typical example of Venetian architecture. Ferry back to Paros and route to Piso Livadi, a small fisherman village. The prefect place to enjoy a meal in a traditional tavern by the sea and taste fresh fishes and sea food. After your lunch visit of Lefkes: the ancient capital of the island, one of the loveliest villages of Paros. Situated in the central part of Paros, it is built at an altitude of 300 meters above the sea level, on a verdant hill covered with olive trees and pine trees and offers a breathtaking view of Naxos Island. Relax and taste a Greek coffee in a traditional kafenio a key component of Greek culture! Then time to discover Naoussa, a colorful fisherman village. Explore its traditional character and its charm, with its whitewashed and flowered little houses and its tiny, whitewashed churches and chapels, surrounded by labyrinth-like narrow, stone paved streets. After this full day full of new sights, sounds and experiences, we will transfer you back to your hotel or to the port to relax and remember the beauty of Paros.
Departure transfer to the airport for your flight back to Athens.
Connect to your international flight back home.
Anthony at Antelope Travel planned an AMAZING trip for my family. We spent two days in Athens and explored the historical sites there. Our tour guide for the Parthenon, Natassa, was awesome. She was so knowledgable about ancient Greece and we loved having her guide us through the ruins and the museum.
Next we went to Mykonos and had another amazing guide there named Jenny. She was funny and told us about the culture and history of the island. The hotel we stayed at was awesome and my two daughters loved the pool there. We took a yacht to a private island then toured Delos and really had a lot of family fun there. We also loved shopping in Chora and found that the island was easy to get around on the bus.
Our next stop was the breath taking island of Santorini where we stayed in a pituresque villa with our own swimming pool. The final day we took a catamaran cruise around the island, swam, snorkled and ended the trip with an amazing sunset.
Anthony thought of everything and planned our trip so well. I would recommend Antelope Travel to anyone wanting to explore the beauty that Greece has to offer.
Written June 22, 2023
My kids (18 & 20) and I had the most amazing 2-week trip to Greece May/June 2023. We were fortunate to have been introduced to Anthony Alagiah, who came highly recommended through a friend and colleague. I’m a researcher by nature, love planning trips and like to make very purposeful choices. What I lacked was local, expert perspective, and felt I wasn’t getting thorough, objective advice from my usual online sources. I was looking for a professional who would work with me to collaborate, share options, and guide our choices. Anthony has a network of colleagues with Antelope Travel and affiliated agencies throughout Greece who gave timely advice and knew what hotels and excursion providers could be relied on for consistent, quality experiences. Our vacation was impeccably planned from the moment we arrived. The communications were excellent not only during planning but while we were in Greece. We had a clear itinerary, with details, contact names and numbers for every step of our trip - everything from start to finish ran smoothly and we felt very well cared for. The hotel choices, tours/guides and restaurant recommendations were excellent. Overall, it was the trip of a lifetime, and the planning from start to finish exceeded our expectations.
Written June 17, 2023
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