Destinations in the Greece
Whilst concentrating mainly on the beautiful Aegean islands of the Cyclades. We also offer holidays in combination or separately to other carefully chosen locations within Greece.
The Cyclades Islands (in Greek Κυκλάδες) were so named in antiquity as it was believed they formed a circle around the sacred island of Delos.
Lying south of Athens and north of Crete in the Aegean Sea there are approximately 220 Cycladean islands most of which are uninhabited. The biggest inhabited island of the archipelago is Naxos at 429.785 km2
These beautiful islands in the Aegean have a shared rich cultural and archaeological history, however they all have diverse identities and like the bespoke holidays we provide no two are the same.
Santorini and Mykonos are probably the most well-known islands in the archipelago and attract thousands of visitors from around the world each year, even though they are both widely visited they still retain their charms, the views from the Caldera in Santorini are not to be missed. Mykonos is a “marmite” island you either love it or you don’t! But if you want to rub shoulders with the rich and sometimes famous and party all night, it maybe the one for you, otherwise just an overnight visit or a day trip is a better option.
Whatever you look for in a Cyclades island holiday, there is an island for you and why stop at one? The proximity of the islands means that two or three Greek island hopping experiences are achievable on a two-week break, or you may even want to add more, your Greek holiday package can be any length you like on as many islands as you want – you can start in Athens and end in Crete it is all entirely up to you.
If you are looking for an authentic Greek holiday look no further than these beautiful islands, they have so much to offer, for all types of traveller. So, whether you are looking for beach holidays on some of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Europe, or take part in a variety of water sports, including scuba diving and snorkelling, mountain biking, hiking, bird watching, archaeology, ancient churches and religious buildings-classical mansions, gastronomy or any combination there is a destination for you and whoever you choose to travel with!
Our destination guides are snapshots of each of the islands we cover, we can offer lots more advice should you need it.
What our customer say...
Santorini Naxos
Dear Brian and Rachel.
A heartfelt thank you for an amazing holiday. Our lovely surprise when arriving at the hotel to find Birthday cards, a selection of fresh fruit and wine. So kind and thoughtful of you. The Hotel at Kamari was perfect and the Breakfasts were amazing. To the hotel in Naxos where a warm reception was received from Eleni and Lambros awaited it was great to see them once more. Naxos was fabulous as usual. For our last night on Santorini to the with spectacular views. All our transfers went smoothly. I look forward to travelling with you again and would recommend your Company with confidence.
Best wishes and many thanks to you both.
Zena & Gill
24 Sept 2023
Athens Santorini
I saw the Astraeus advert in WI Life and decided to ask them to organise a trip that included Athens and Santorini for me and my husband. My husband has wanted to visit Santorini for years but he has had a stroke so is in not in good health. It was therefore important that we had easily accessible accommodation within a short walking distance of amenities and somewhere nice to relax if he didn't feel like doing much. Rachel bent over backwards to meet all our requirements and we couldn't have had a nicer holiday in Greece because of it. She was very helpful in suggesting things to see and do to make our holiday perfect, even noting it was our 45th anniversary and contacting the hotel owner who made us feel special that day.
Rosemary
6 Sept 2018