This itinerary is the perfect way to combine Greece’s rich history with a taste of its stunning island scenery. Whether you’re interested in exploring ancient ruins or relaxing on a sun-soaked beach, exploring Athens and the Saronic Islands will provide an unforgettable holiday. If you’d prefer to explore different islands than the ones included below and instead visit Agistri Island with its stunning beaches or Poros with its beautiful harbour and waterfront, we will be happy to swap the itinerary to suit your requirements.
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Itinerary
Athens (3 nights)
Spetses (4 nights)
Hydra (3 nights)
Aegina (4 nights)
✈ UK – Athens (3 Nights): Athens is the perfect starting point for your trip, where you’ll stay for 3 nights with time to explore some of the most iconic landmarks of ancient Greece, including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Beyond the history, Athens also boasts a vibrant and modern vibe with a lively feel and an excellent restaurant and café scene. If you want to escape the city for a few hours, take a short trip to the idyllic beaches of the Athenian Riviera where you’ll discover some wonderful seafood restaurants, a stunning stretch of coastline and several marinas.
⛴ Athens – Spetses (4 Nights): Following your visit to Athens, you’ll take a short ferry ride to the first of the Saronic islands on your itinerary: the picturesque island of Spetses, where you’ll spend four nights. Spetses has a distinctly upmarket feel with its impressive mansions, yacht marina and sophisticated restaurants. The island also boasts stunning beaches where you’ll have the opportunity to relax and bask in the Mediterranean sunshine, including Agia Paraskevi, Kaiki Beach, and Vrellos Beach. This is a car-free island, so you can enjoy a peaceful stroll through the narrow streets, exploring the local boutiques and savouring mouth-watering Greek cuisine, such as the local meze dishes, accompanied by the traditional ouzo drink.
⛴ Spetses – Hydra (3 nights): Your next stop is the serene island of Hydra, which can be reached via a short ferry ride from Spetses. Like Spetses, Hydra also has an upscale vibe and is also a car-free island, so you’ll get around on foot, by donkey, or by water taxi. Hydra is renowned for its rugged terrain and walking trails. Visitors can climb to the island’s highest peak, Mount Eros, to enjoy panoramic views of the Saronic Gulf and its neighbouring islands. The charming town of Hydra is a delight to explore, with its narrow cobblestone streets winding their way through traditional houses, small shops, and restaurants. Another popular activity here is diving and there are many interesting reefs and caves to explore around off the island’s coastline.
⛴ Hydra – Aegina (4 nights): After another short ferry ride, you’ll arrive in Aegina. The island is famous for its agriculture, particularly its pistachio groves. The island is more laid back and a little less upscale than its island neighbours, but no less stunning. Aegina boasts a variety of beautiful beaches, ranging from small, secluded coves to long stretches of sandy shoreline. Some of the island’s most popular beaches include Agia Marina, Souvala, Marathonas, and Perdika where you’ll find beautiful beaches and delicious seaside taverns.
⛴ ✈Aegina – Athens – UK: As your holiday in Greece comes to a close, it’s time to say goodbye to the beautiful Saronic islands and start your journey back home. You will get a ferry back to Athens where you’ll then board your return flight back to the UK.
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Penny
From the beginning of the planning period to the end of the holiday Dave was super helpful. He understood our requirements and organised all the travel and accommodation perfectly. Will definitely use Eshores again especially if planning a more complex trip.
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Lorraine
We haven't travelled yet, so I am only commenting on the booking process. Emily at eShores has been great, tailoring our holiday to meet our needs, getting back to me on each step promptly. I can't fault my experience with eShores at all. Will put full review after holiday.
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Susan
Always helpful and informative have been a customer for a number of years
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FalguniDivyesh
We had a wonderful holiday with eshores. All our flights, trains and transfers were well organised, leaving us to enjoy the holiday with no stress. We would recommend eshores to everyone, and will use them again.
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Angela
Asked for a price on a holiday which was calculated within a day. Every query, online, was answered within hours. Hotels suggested were good quality and value. After being given such a good price I contacted Kadie by phone to book. She was super helpful, very efficient and lovely to chat to and explain some of my choices. This not the 1st time I have booked with this company and it won't be my last
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Julie
Fantastic, we were slightly apprehensive as email and telephone but everything was spot on. Dave was so helpful during booking and could not fault a single thing with our Greek Island Hopping holiday. Will definitely book again, can’t recommend enough.
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Donna
Excellent customer service & support from Lynette, she was very supportive and responsive throughout. Thank you.
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Carl
Lynette is outstanding - nothing is too much trouble and she looks after everything. We feel very safe in her hands.
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LindaAnn
Emily was extremely helpful, answered all the questions we had and was knowledgeable about the area we are travelling to.
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Paul
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