Best Greece Family Vacation: Athens, Santorini, Crete

What to expect on this itinerary
This 10-day family vacation to Athens, Santorini, and Crete in Greece combines activity and history, highlighting the myths of the ancient world and the beauty of nature. Discover entire cities preserved in ash and stand in the footprints of philosopher kings, with picturesque views. From azure waters to the shadow of the Minotaur, discover the wonders of Greece in the company of family.
Customizable Itinerary
Athens - Arrive in the Symbol of Western Civilization
Athens has a remarkable atmosphere year round, cradled underneath the gaze of the Acropolis. Cobblestone streets wind around the Plaka, the oldest neighborhood in the city. Your transfer will be waiting to greet you at the airport and escort you to the comforts of your accommodations. History and culture meet in fabulous fashion throughout Athens, from the blissful aromas of traditional confections to the allure of the Parthenon crowning the hilltop. You can settle into the comforts of your hotel in the heart of the city that offers a view to the continued splendor around you and the family.
What's Included:
Athens - Discover the Ancient Marvels
Athens - Experience the Thrill of Searching for Oracles
Santorini – Enjoy Island Life as a Family
Santorini – Enjoy Boating around the Aegean
Santorini – Uncover Images of Atlantis
Crete – Bask in the Beauty of the Sea
Crete – Explore the Lair of the Minotaur
Crete – Indulge in the Diversity of Crete
Crete – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Embrace the ancient history of Athens on a guided tour of the Acropolis and historic Olympic Stadium
- Listen to the voice of the Oracle of Delphi with a visit to the Temple of Apollo in the foothills of Mount Parnassus
- Squish grapes as a family on a tour of a celebrated winery on Santorini
- Explore the ancient streets and houses of Akrotiri, a Bronze Age settlement with possible links to Atlantis
- Learn how to make traditional Cretan cheese pie with a hands-on cooking demonstration
- Kayak around the old Cretan fortress of Spinalonga, with roots dating back to the Venetian Empire
Starting Price
$4,100 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Verified Traveler Reviews
Based on 449 reviews
If you're considering a trip to Greece, look no further than Zicasso. Our travel expert planned an unforgettable journey for our family; Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini, and every detail was executed with care, expertise, and passion.
From the moment we arrived in Athens, we were immersed in the country’s warm hospitality. Our agent made sure we had the perfect balance of sightseeing and relaxation. The historical sites in Athens, like the Acropolis and the ancient Agora, were must-sees.
Mykonos is vibrant yet relaxed. The beaches were beautiful. Every meal on this trip was a highlight. Fresh seafood, local cheeses, olive oil, and delicious pastries—each bite told a story of Greece’s deep culinary heritage.
In Santorini, we were captivated by the island’s charm—whitewashed buildings, breathtaking sunsets, and the deep blue Aegean Sea. We visited traditional villages, giving us a glimpse into the rich cultural traditions that are still very much alive.
Throughout the trip, what stood out most—beyond the stunning landscapes and ancient history—was the friendliness of the Greek people. Their warmth and pride in their culture made every moment feel welcoming and genuine.
Our agent didn’t just plan a vacation—he created an experience rooted in history, tradition, and hospitality. I can’t recommend him and Zicasso highly enough.
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Zicasso's travel specialist went above and beyond to curate a fantastic, scenic, exciting, and restful vacation for us and was sure to provide us the best possible accommodations at each destination (Athens, Mykonos, Santorini). We didn't have to worry about one single detail for the entire trip as all of our transport was covered, we had a local contact in each location, and all hotels were pre-paid and perfect. We loved every single second of the trip and would absolutely recommend our specialist for anyone seeking a wonderful visit to Greece!
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Fabulous, Fantastic, Fun! We had an absolutely amazing 10 days traveling in Athens, Naxos, Santorini, and Crete. We were traveling with four 20somethings with varied interests. Zicasso's tour planner listened to my description of what we were looking for and created a masterpiece of a trip!
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This was the best trip ever!
We traveled to Crete, Santorini, Paros, and Athens. Zicasso's travel agents arranged everything to perfection and followed up throughout the entire trip. We never had to wait on transportation to any of the amazing experiences they’d arranged. It was truly the best trip we’ve ever taken. All accommodations were top shelf and in the most beautiful locations. If you’re planning a trip to Greece, do yourself a favor and put your trust in Zicasso!
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Zicasso's travel company made our bucket-list trip to Greece come to life! They organised all our tours and transportation, worked with us to provide activities that were in line with our interests, and even gave detailed information on suggested itineraries for our free days.
Some highlights included the walking tour(s) of Athens, our trip to see Santorini, and the best steak I have ever had at a beach hotel in Naxos! Our only suggestion is that we went on a day tour to Delos which was self-guided. There is so much history there though that a guided tour would have been helpful. I would definitely recommend booking your tour with them!
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Words cannot describe how wonderful this trip to Greece was! Zicasso’s tour operator did a wonderful job planning out our days so we could experience the highlights of Athens, Santorini, and Crete! The accommodations at all three spots were more than comfortable and had lovely staff and a good breakfast.
We did run into one problem in Crete at the hotel, where our rooms were up on the third floor and there was no elevator and no staff to carry our bags. I had to ask for room changes. We could all walk up the steps, but not carrying 50-pound suitcases! The staff quickly offered us rooms accessible by elevator and the rooms were beautiful! They gave us a complimentary bottle of wine for our troubles.
All of the drivers arrived on time, many giving us information about what we were seeing as they took us to destinations. The tour guides who had been arranged were knowledgeable and had a great way of presenting archeological sites, as well as museums.
We especially enjoyed our private tour to a small town in the mountains in Crete, where we were given a tour of a family's olive gardens, as well as a fabulous meal with them! We had such a good time with them and we all had tears when we left them! I cannot give enough stars for this fabulous vacation!
Our agent was available to us the whole time as we ran into a few questions. Nothing major, just a few small things. I will definitely be using Zicasso and our travel agency in my future travels. Bravo to our agent!
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