ATHENS and CORFU ESCAPE with PAXOS ISLAND

JOURNEY THROUGH CULTURE HISTORY & THE IONIAN BLUE 

ATHENS and CORFU ESCAPE | 7-Day Greece Tour

7-day Athens & Corfu tour with Acropolis, Durrells tour, Paleokastritsa, Angelokastro & Paxos cruise. Ideal Greece trip for families.

Experience the very best of Greece with our Athens & Corfu Escape, a carefully curated 7-day journey that connects the ancient marvels of Athens with the emerald coastline and Venetian elegance of Corfu.

Designed for tour lovers, families, and first-time visitors, this program blends culture, scenic beauty, and authentic island life — every day filled with meaningful experiences. From the Acropolis to the Ionian sea caves, this tour perfectly showcases two of Greece’s most iconic destinations.


TOUR AT A GLANCE

  • Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Destinations: Athens & Corfu
  • Activity Level: Easy to Moderate
  • Accommodation Style: 4★ City Hotel in Athens & Seaside / Old Town Hotel in Corfu
  • Seasonality: April – October (Best period: May–September)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOURNEY

  • Guided city tour of Athens, including the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
  • Discover the UNESCO-listed Corfu Old Town
  • Half-day “The Durrells’ Corfu” experience with optional themed lunch
  • Full-day exploration of Paleokastritsa, Angelokastro & Lakones
  • Ionian Sea cruise to Paxos & Antipaxos

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR

  • Combines iconic heritage with Ionian island beauty in one seamless itinerary
  • Unique Durrell-themed experience connecting literature & TV series
  • Perfect balance of culture, nature & relaxation
  • Ideal choice for families and first-time visitors to Greece

INCLUDED

  • Transportation with luxury car / minivan
  • Experienced English-speaking driver
  • Accommodation in 3★, 4★, 5★ hotels or traditional guesthouses (client’s choice)
  • Daily breakfast (B, _, _)
  • Entrance fees to archaeological sites & museums
  • Official English-speaking local guides
  • Meet & Greet service upon arrival at Athens Airport
  • Liability insurance

NOT INCLUDED

  • Flight tickets (available upon request)
  • Personal expenses & gratuities
  • Accommodation Resilience Tax

*All packages are flexible and fully customizable based on personal needs and preferences upon request.

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ATHENS and CORFU ESCAPE | 7-Day Greece Tour

7-day Athens & Corfu tour with Acropolis, Durrells tour, Paleokastritsa, Angelokastro & Paxos cruise. Ideal Greece trip for families.

DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN ATHENS

Welcome to Athens, the historic capital of Greece. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy an orientation walk through the charming Plaka district, beneath the Acropolis.

Evening at leisure to enjoy authentic Greek cuisine.


DAY 2 – ATHENS CITY TOUR & ACROPOLIS

Enjoy a guided morning tour of Athens’ highlights, including:

  • Syntagma Square
  • Changing of the Guard
  • Panathenaic Stadium (host of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896)
  • Hadrian’s Arch
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus

Continue to the Acropolis, Greece’s crown jewel:

  • Parthenon
  • Erechtheion
  • Propylaea

Your tour concludes with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, featuring:

  • Archaic statues & everyday artifacts
  • The famous Caryatids
  • The impressive Parthenon Hall
  • Glass floors revealing ancient ruins beneath

Highlights:

  • Discover the top landmarks of Athens
  • Explore the Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
  • Enjoy panoramic city views & classical history brought to life

DAY 3 – FLIGHT TO CORFU & OLD TOWN DISCOVERY

Transfer to Athens Airport for your short flight to Corfu.

Upon arrival, explore Corfu Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site):

  • Walk through elegant squares
  • Admire the Liston Promenade
  • Visit the Old Venetian Fortress
  • Enjoy panoramic views over the Ionian Sea
  • Stop at Kanoni for iconic views of Mouse Island

Highlights:

  • Corfu Old Town
  • Venetian Old Fortress
  • Palace of St. Michael & St. George
  • Liston Promenade
  • Mouse Island views

DAY 4 – HALF-DAY “THE DURRELLS’ CORFU” EXPERIENCE

Step into the world of Gerald & Lawrence Durrell and the TV series “The Durrells”:

  • Visit Kalami Bay & the White House
  • Explore Danilia Village (filming location)
  • Discover Corfu’s countryside, olive groves & sea views

Optional Experience:

  • Themed lunch in a traditional Corfiot taverna, inspired by local flavors

Highlights:

  • Durrell family story & filming locations
  • Authentic villages & countryside
  • Scenic olive groves & sea views
  • Literary & TV heritage connection

DAY 5 – FULL-DAY PALEOKASTRITSA & ANGELOKASTRO

A day of spectacular natural beauty:

  • Visit Paleokastritsa, known for:
    • Emerald bays
    • Sea caves
    • Crystal-clear waters
  • Explore the Monastery of the Virgin Mary
  • Continue to Angelokastro, a Byzantine fortress with breathtaking views
  • Stop at Lakones village for local tasting & panoramic scenery

Highlights:

  • Turquoise coves & Paleokastritsa Bay
  • Monastery of Virgin Mary
  • Angelokastro cliff-top fortress
  • Lakones traditional village
  • Swimming opportunities

DAY 6 – PAXOS & ANTIPAXOS CRUISE

Embark on a full-day Ionian cruise:

  • Discover stunning blue caves
  • Swim in emerald waters
  • Visit Antipaxos with white-sand beaches
  • Explore Gaios village on Paxos

Highlights:

  • Ionian sea caves
  • Antipaxos beaches
  • Swimming stops
  • Gaios harbor stroll

DAY 7 – DEPARTURE FROM CORFU

After breakfast, transfer to Corfu Airport for your departure flight.

Your journey concludes with unforgettable memories of:

  • Greece’s cultural treasures
  • The Ionian blue landscapes

Ready to explore ancient wonders and island paradise in one unforgettable journey?

Book your ATHENS & CORFU ESCAPE today and experience the ultimate Journey Through Culture, History & the Ionian Blue — the perfect Greece Tour for families and first-time travelers.


PRICE: from 1743 € pp in DBL BB, 4* hotel, Private tour iPrice is based on low season 4* hotel for 2 pax
RRICE GROUND SERVICES – No Hotels: 1215 € pp (Join-in, excursions)
— Package Customizable with your preferred accommodation
— send us your hotel choices for a tailored offer, or request a ground services only quote.
√ Free cancellation 48 hrs prior your arrival