OC Good Life

Mon, Sep 29 · 7:00 PM PDT

Greece Island Hopping Singles Trip

Location not specified yet

12 days with 2-nights in Athens, 3-nights on Crete, 4-nights on Santorini and 3-nights on Mykonos
Our 14th Greece trip and you will love it!

Great hotels and most tours included!
30 people have already signed up!
Includes double occupancy hotel, domestic air, ferry, most tours and daily breakfast

We'll land in Athens on a Tuesday evening. Once we check in to our hotel we'll take a walk to the famous Plaka where you can enjoy you will enjoy strolling, shopping and eating. The next morning we'll enjoy a tour of the Acropolis, home of the Parthenon (included in your package). The rest of the day will be at your leisure.

On Thursday morning we’ll fly over to the island of Crete, the birthplace of the first European civilization, the Minoan, which flourished between 3000 BC and 1200 BC. Even today, the majestic palace of Knossos reflect the splendor of the Minoan civilization through architectural, pottery, jewelry and painting masterpieces. We will visit some of the key places including Knossos (INCLUDED). Click here to read more about the tours on this trip.

We will be staying in Chania which is in and of itself a work of art and known as the Venice of Crete. Much of the old town district of Chania was developed around its harbor, which was built by the Venetians during the 14th century.

Our hotel is perfectly situated with wonderful sea views (early signups will get sea view rooms - limited supply!).

We'll have two bus tours included in Crete. The first one will take in the historic ruins of Knossos with stops also at the towns Rethymno. The second included tour will be to visit the Apokoronas villages. We'll Discover charming and authentic villages like Vrysses, a lovely village with running springs and lush greenery. This tour will also include a visit to a local winery called Dourakis for a guiding around their estate.

After our 3-nights on Crete we will have 4-nights on the island of Santorini. We'll be taking a ferry which is smooth and only about a 2-hour trip. There is not a more magical island in the world You will absolutely fall in love with it. We will be including an all day tour by bus, to see the highlights of the island including a visit to the ancient town of Pyrgos where we will have time to walk to the top along winding, narrow walkways. Excellent photos! We will also go to the mountaintop of Profitis Ilias where we will enjoy an incredible view. Our tour will then take us to Akrotiri where excavations brought to light a Minoan town preserved under the pumice for 3000 years. After our land tour will will take a traditional Greek boat for a visit to the caldera and even a chance to swim to a natural hot springs! Our last stop will be to the nice traditional island of Thirassia. There we can have free time for lunch, explore the island. We'll also include a bus ride to Oia famous for their sunsets.

We'll offer an optional tour on Santorini to take a beautiful catamrarran around the back side of Santorini with several stops for swimming and lunch. You'll also have a free day with no scheduled tours where you can consider renting a car, quad or scooter and explore on your own. There is the beautiful red sand beach and lots of interesting churches. There is also some great wine tasting here.

After our 4-nights on Santorini we'll be ready for the next stop - Mykonos for the next 3 nights. There are lots of beautiful beaches. We will be taking a ferry of about 2 hours. This island is so picturesque with it’s white buildings and blue trim, the narrow meandering streets with cute shops and restaurants and famous windmills.

We’ll have an included tour of the island of Delos, which is an entire city of ruins with no current inhabitants. The entire island of Delos is an Archeological monument to what was the holiest place in the Aegean Sea. It's a UNESCO world heritage site!

We'll have a free day here as well where it’s also fun to rent a scooter, quad or car and tour Mykonos and spend the day at one of the most beautiful, as well as hip and happening beaches in the Mediterranean.

Cost: Just $3,375 (does not include international air). This is a terrific group savings for this trip with our 4-star hotels and most tours included.

INCLUDES:

• 12-nights accommodations (double occ.)
• All ground transportation
• Air from Athens to Crete
• Ferry from Crete to Santorini
• Ferry from Santorini to Mykonos
• Air from Mykonos to Athens
• All included tours mentioned above
• Daily Breakfast

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• International air
• Optional tours

CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE OFFICIAL WEBPAGE FOR THIS TRIP WITH MUCH MORE INFORMATION
CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR HOME PAGE FOR DETAILS ON ALL OF OUR TRIPS
CALL 800.954.5453 to speak with someone about this trip

Fri, Oct 3 · 2:00 PM PDT

Fall Colors . . . Eastern Sierra AND Hot Springs Hop. Camping & Fun!~

Location not specified yet

Edit added 9-1-2025 This event is filled. We have reached our limit for event size.
Those who took care of payment will be attending.
Payment links were disabled when limit was reached. If you tried to make a payment and received an error page . . . this is why.
Those who were also just waiting . . . sorry. The event is full.

Our events often fill well in advance of the event.

IF you wish to receive notice of any future events . .. the best thing is to fill out our form.https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5 And you will get first notice. We will be announcing new events as they get created and as full info is firmed up

(what follows is the original event write-up for this event)

Autumn and Fall Colors is really an east coast thing . . . EXCEPT for the Eastern Sierra. Nowhere else in California does the foliage explode in color like this.
The Quaking Aspens and the Cottonwoods turn and it is glorious.

Take a look at pix from past times we have gone https://photos.app.goo.gl/4H8pH2uSezGKoH1h8

For the Fall Colors portion we will be driving to all the best spots (and short short photo hikes. OR you can choose to hike up Lundy Canyon (Easy Hike) and have a more intimate exploration.

On the way to the prime fall colors spots we will be making our way to the local natural mineral hot springs. The autumn temps will make it perfect for a series of Hot Springs dips.

FALL COLORS
&
HOT SPRINGS HOP

One event and we get TWO amazing adventures.

Likely Saturday:
(for Fall Colors)

• Lundy Lake
• Virginia Lake
• Green Creek
• Twin Lakes
• Lobdell Lake

(for Hot Springs and other sites)

• Buckeye Hot Springs
• Travertine Hot Springs
• The Hot Spring
• Bodie
• Mono Tufa or Mono Fissures more Mono

Likely Sunday:
(for Fall Colors)

• June Lake Loop
• Convict Lake
• McGee Creek
• Round Valley
• Lake Sabrina

( For Hot Springs and other sites)

• Layton Springs
• Hot Creek
• Shepherd
• Rock Hot Tub
• Crab Cooker
• Hilltop Hot Tub (aka Pulky's Pool)
• Wild Willys and more Willy's
• Crowley Columns and more Crowley
• Keogh Hot Ditch (the free one)
• Keogh Hot Springs

Bonuses if time:

• Benton Hot Springs
• Red Canyon Petroglyphs

(The Yosemite Option)
If you are leaving Sunday or on Monday)
Drive home via 120 to thru Tuolumne Meadows to Valley Floor then down the 41 (if to SoCal) or 140 (if to Bay Area).
Sure . . . . It adds a few hours. But you get to see Yosemite High Country and Valley Floor.

We have done the Hot Springs Hop AND the Fall Colors before on the group as SEPRATE events. We are combining for more fun and adventure and value.

To Attend
only those who made payment before the event filled are attending.
Payment links removed

RSVP alone does not save your spot. Our events always fill.

Includes:

• Three nights camping / Four Days
• Firewood or charcoal or propane fire pits.
• Flush restrooms
• Hot Showers available
• Fresh Made Lattes or Americanos at our site
• Perfect for the beginner and first timers.
• Most come solo - - - Come alone and leave with friends.

Gear: The only specialized gear you need is Tent, Sleeping bag, Sleeping Pad (yoga mat). Everything else is household items you already have.
This is Tent camping. No RV. No Trailers. No giant campervans.

Food: You bring your own food. This way you know your allergies or diet needs. You are also able to prepare and eat at times convenient to you.

There will be communal fire pits to use for cooking in the evening. Bring any cooking gear or stoves you wish.

Restaurant, grocery store, and convenience store are short walking distance. So you can make it super civilized camping.

Location? Exact info goes out only to confirmed attendees. It goes out with all the finalized event info. We don't want crashers, ex's or stalkers "just showing up." Also . . . this event will fill. People "just showing up" hoping there is an extra space will result in them being in your place. That's a big bummer.

Again . . . This event has filled to it's limit with paid addendees
Payment links removed

Refunds or Cancel?

• Refunds given if cancel is made more than two weeks in advance of the event start date/time.
• IF less than two weeks notice of cancel 100% credit is given towards a future event. Credits do not expire.
• General Policies

Questions?
CLICK HERE to send a Direct Message

More Questions?
CLICK HERE for our monthly Q & A CAMPING Zoom.

Q: I'm a first-timer or newbie? Is this event a good first event or good for inexperienced?
A: Yes. Perfect if less experienced. It's easy camping and easy hikes.

What do I need?
Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR
Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD

Carpools?
Yes there are carpools. They are encouraged but not required. Save gas and money and emissions.
Carpool Matrix available to confirmed attendees only.
Our Carpool info

Electric Cars?
There is a charge station across the street.

Dogs?
Dogs OK on trail and in campsite. Must be on leash.

Kids?
Kids ok on trail and in campsite. Leash is optional.

Kids under 18 are 1/2 cost. (message for a separate link)
Dogs are free no matter what age.

Fun? No matter your age or species . . . you will have fun. Adults of all ages are welcome too!!

Click Here for the main group where posted.
CLICK HERE to join in on the other fun events planned.

Notice: We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, gender preference, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, national identity, marital status, familial status, religion, political beliefs or even for belly button lint.

We welcome all, . . . and that includes you!!