Join us in the summer of 2026 for the Twin Cities southwest metro parishes Tour of Ireland.
Embark on an unforgettable 10 day Greek odyssey, starting on the island of Crete, where we’ll see the mystical Palace of Knossos and stunning coastlines. We’ll then take an express ferry to Santorini, where whitewashed villages perch atop dramatic cliffs.
We’ll then go north to Delphi, the ancient sanctuary of the Oracle, and stand at the foot of the Temple of Apollo, steeped in myth and mystery. Next we’ll visit Meteora’s surreal mountaintop monasteries, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Immerse yourself in the historic center of Athens, where ancient culture meets modern charm. Tour the iconic Acropolis, marveling at the Parthenon’s timeless grandeur. Fly home from Athens, carrying memories of Greece’s unparalleled beauty, history, and serenity. Do not miss it.
Of course, there is so much more to see so we will have options to add activities. Send your questions and suggestions to info@squisitotours.com.
The accommodations are all welcoming, clean and within walking distance from local attractions. The rooms generally have 1-3 single beds or a queen-size bed, all with private bathrooms. You will only share rooms with family members. There will be a supplemental fee for single rooms. See scrolling photos.
We will do a fair amount of walking but accommodations for reduced mobility are available.
Included meals will be at our accommodations and local restaurants. There will be a modified menu to choose from but you will be able to purchase additional items separately. There will be breakfast available at the hotels and we will have 5 included group lunches or dinners. Any other meals will be on your own.
We will have a preparatory meeting about a month before departure to get you all clear on logistics. If you’d like to arrange a call or other meeting, please email to set it up. During the trip, we will communicate over WhatsApp as a group.
Masses will be available every day, nearby our accommodations.
Transportation will be in ferries, coach busses and trains, depending on what is fastest or most comfortable.
There are occasional closures of sites and interruptions to travel that are unpredictable. The group guide will always make efforts to keep the group together and happy with the experience.
Per person staying 3-star hotels (see explanation above and scrolling photos)
$5,500.00
Optional single supplement
$1,200.00
City | Day | Activities |
MSP | 1 | Fly from MSP to Crete |
Crete | 2 | Arrive in Crete |
Check into hotel | ||
Group dinner | ||
Sunset on the island | ||
Crete | 3 | Tour the Palace of Knossos |
Beach | ||
Group dinner | ||
Crete-Santorini | 3 | High-speed ferry to Santorini |
Beach | ||
Group dinner | ||
Santorini | 4 |
Wake up and walk from FIRA to OIA
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Sunset on the island | ||
Santorini – Delphi | 5 | Fly from Santorini to Athens |
Bus to Delphi | ||
Poolside group dinner | ||
Delphi | 6 | Tour Temple of Apollo |
Tour ancient theater and stadium | ||
Dinner on your own | ||
Delphi-Meteora | 7 | Drive to Meteora |
Tour the mountaintop monasteries | ||
Drive to Athens hotel | ||
Athens | 8 | Tour the ancient Acropolis |
Walk the Plaka neighborhood | ||
Dinner on your own | ||
Athens | 9 | Tour ancient agora, Philopappos |
Shopping | ||
Group dinner | ||
Athens | 10 | Fly from Athens to MSP |