Arrive at Athens International Airport or port, where you’ll be greeted by your private driver and transferred to your hotel downtown. The afternoon is free to wander Plaka’s picturesque alleys, discover charming tavernas, or simply enjoy your first evening under the shadow of the Acropolis. Overnight Athens.

After breakfast, join a half-day guided tour of Athens. Marvel at the Panathenaic Stadium, site of the first modern Olympic Games, before passing by the Parliament, Hadrian’s Arch, and Constitution Square. On the Acropolis, explore the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, and Propylaea, monuments that symbolize the Golden Age of Greece. End with a visit to the Acropolis Museum, where classical masterpieces come to life. The afternoon is free to enjoy at leisure. Overnight Athens. (B)

This morning, transfer to the marina and embark on a full-day Saronic Islands cruise. Glide across the Aegean to Hydra, where cobblestone streets, 18th-century mansions, and donkey carts preserve its timeless character. Continue to Poros, blanketed with lemon groves and offering sweeping coastal views. Finally, explore Aegina, famed for its pistachios, neoclassical harbour, and ancient Temple of Aphaia. VIP service onboard includes a business class buffet, Greek meze finger food with ouzo, unlimited drinks, and a guided walking tour in Hydra. Return to Athens in the evening. Overnight Athens. (B,L)

After breakfast, enjoy free time before your private transfer to the airport or port. Depart Athens with cultural treasures and island memories. (B)