Greek Island Hopping with Contiki

Two weeks, five destinations, and more memories than we could count! Our Greek Island Hopping adventure with Contiki was nothing short of unforgettable. From ancient ruins in Athens to swimming in the Aegean Sea, our journey was the perfect mix of history, island life, and once-in-a-lifetime moments!

We explored the Acropolis, spent time at the Panathenaic Stadium (home of the modern Olympics!), watched the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Syntagma Square and wandered through the markets at Monastiraki Square.

We wandered the maze-like streets of Chora, caught a breathtaking sunset by the iconic windmills, and soaked up the lively beach vibes at our beachside resort.

Paros was all about relaxing. We spent an afternoon on a sailing adventure, jumping off the boat into the crystal-clear water, and also took time to explore the rest of the island and its beaches.

It didn’t take long to see why Santorini is so iconic. We enjoyed a cliffside sunset dinner in Fira, spotted the famous blue domes in Oia, and relaxed at a black sand beach (more like a black stone beach though).

Ios was the ideal mix of chill beach days and vibrant nightlife. By day, we were exploring the island on a speedboat safari, with swim spots at an underwater cave and a shipwreck. By night, we joined a pub crawl hitting some of the island’s most iconic bars.

Looking back at our time in Greece, it’s hard to choose a favourite moment. What we do know is that this trip gave us memories (and friendships) that will stay with us long after the tan fades!