Santorini & Crete Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour
Dolce Tempo Journey on Sun-Splashed Mythical Greek Isles
Two ancient isles. One adventure of mythical proportions. Where Zeus and the Minotaur once romped, you’ll hike, e-bike, dine on Greek delicacies and float in the sparkling sea. Learn just how alluring Greek island life can be... and write your own classic.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
From $6,699 - $7,299/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- On this two-island adventure, explore the hillsides and caves of Crete and go beyond the beaches on whitewashed Santorini
- Journey back in time via ancient ruins, old-world villages and many of the actual locations mentioned in your favorite Greek myths
- Walk and e-bike through groves of olive trees and orchards of apricots, figs and pomegranates
- Celebrate the natural bounty of the Mediterranean with wine tastings, lingering terrace dinners and village tavern lunches
- Soak up our luxurious hotels with spa treatments and poolside afternoons with sea views
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Heraklion Airport & Travel Details
- Begin your e-biking journey with a spin through classic Cretan landscapes of villages and olive groves
- Cool off with a swim in the dazzling sea or relax in the pool at our palatial resort
- Sip a glass of sparkling wine and learn a traditional Cretan dance
- Pause for a coffee or cold drink at a local taverna
- Explore the ancient ruins at Lato, a well-preserved archaeological site with extraordinary panoramic views of Crete’s mountains and valleys
- Spend an afternoon on neighboring Spinalonga Island learning more of its layered history, or consider some beach time and testing your skills on a stand-up paddleboard
- Be welcomed at the Areti Monastery in Karydi
- Visit the enchanting seaside town of Elounda and enjoy lunch at a local taverna
- Immerse yourself in village life and enjoy dinner and drinks at your leisure
- Pamper yourself at the spa or find your balance with a yoga class.
Nights 1-3
Luxury Hotel
Eco-friendly design mixes tile, stone, wooden verandas and minimalist sensibilities into a rustic-chic whole. But the location steals the show, with the whole property sweeping down a vast slope to a crystal-clear beach, surrounded by wild rocky mountainsides and overlooking the ancient fortified islet of Spinalonga across the bay. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Cross the sapphire Cretan Sea and arrive to picturesque Santorini in style
- Wander the white-and-blue alleyways of the postcard-perfect town and enjoy a coffee served with a sea view
- Walk the path that leads to the island’s volcanic caldera, with no shortage of viewpoints for photos
- Arrive at our chic home for the next two nights, Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas
- Sample local wines made from grapes grown in the island’s volcanic soil
- Visit Thirasia Island
- Take one last morning walk to say goodbye to this unforgettable island.
Nights 4-5
Luxury Hotel
This enchanting oasis embodies the Santorini-chic aesthetic that has become synonymous with Greek daydreams the world over: whitewashed patios, rustic stone walls, dazzling indoor-outdoor spaces and sinuous infinity pools suspended over infinite views of the Aegean. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Santorini Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
Hiking terrain on this trip includes narrow trails through gorges and cliffside coastal paths. Trails cover rocky uneven terrain and volcanic soil; sturdy hiking shoes are appropriate.
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
