What Is Travel Design + Planning?

Eyia Retreats’ services include custom travel planning and design for your dream vacation or retreat. That means we design your dream trip based specifically on your needs, desires, dreams, and hopes. 

You will receive guidance on choosing the right destination(s) for you as well as sourcing and booking hotel accommodations based on your preferences and budget. Your air and ground transportation will be booked for you as well as trip protection and travel insurance. You also also have yacht and sailboat charters and other fun activities booked for you. 

Eyia Retreats offers wellness retreats, custom travel design and planning, and bespoke group travel experiences. We help make your Greece Travel dreams come true! Many of our clients combine Greece with another country, and we can support the entire trip.We can also support select destinations world-wide. Contact us to see if your dream destination is supported.

What Kind of Trips Do You Book?

This year Eyia Retreats booked clients on first time experiences in Greece, a wedding anniversary, honeymoons, light touring and relaxation vacations for couples, and adventure trips for families with adult kids. 

It is our passion and greatest joy to help clients have their best experience in Greece, whether it is your first time or tenth time visiting Greece. We plan entirely custom trips based on your dreams, needs, and style. Our goal is to make your trip a memory for a lifetime! 

We will let you know if something is not in alignment. Given our uniquely curated style of services, we do not book large cruises or overly touristic resorts. We prepare amazing boutique properties or locally owned properties with an authentic feel.

How the Travel Design and Planning Process Works 

  1. You may either schedule a complimentary call to meet us, discuss your trip idea, and learn more about our process OR email us and jump right into your initial consultation.
  2. Initial Travel Consult: We discuss your dreams, expectations, must-see / must-haves for your tip, dates, budget, and any other logistics and needs. 
  3. We research and prepare a draft itinerary for you
  4. We complete your bookings including: hotel, transfers, ferries, and activities. Our Air Desk Team can also book your flights for a small ticketing fee. 
  5. Bon Voyage! You are off and we continue managing and supporting your trip with high-touch support
  6. You return home with great memories to share!

What Will It Look Like Working Together With Eyia Retreats

We will start with an initial call to discuss your trip vision. It is helpful if you complete our request form before our call. Once you complete payment for the custom planning fee and we understand your needs, dreams, expectations, dates, and budget, we will research and prepare a draft itinerary for you. Once approved, we will proceed with all your bookings & reservations. You can sit back and relax knowing your trip is taken care of! In the meantime, we are available to support any additional questions or logistics as you prepare for the trip. We will have one last call before take-off to review your completed online and app-based itinerary. We continue to manage and support your trip with high-touch support to ensure you return home with great memories to share! 

Example Eyia Retreats Itinerary 

Arrive in Athens (2 Nights)
Athens is a mesmerizing blend of ancient wonders and modern vibrance. This city has so much to offer– You can wander through lively neighborhoods where history and contemporary culture intertwine, visit the famous Acropolis overlooking the city, or explore the many of the shops that offer classic Aegean textiles, art and foods.

Transfer to Athens Hotel

Walking Food Tour of Athens 

Transfer to Port

Ferry to Milos (4 Nights)
A paradise for explorers, Milos is an island of untamed beauty and hidden treasures. Ride along rugged trails on a four-wheeler, sail past towering sea caves, or step onto the surreal white rocks of Sarakiniko that resemble the moon. With more than 40 exotic beaches, a kaleidoscope of colorful cliffs, and charming fishing villages, Milos is an enchanting escape unlike any other.

Transfer to Milos Hotel

Boat Day Excursion

Sarakiniko Beach Day Excursion

Transfer to Port

Ferry to Paros (4 Night)
Paros is the perfect blend of modern luxury and local charm. You’ll be swept away by the many natural beaches that have crystal clear waters or the charming mountain village of Lefkes, known as one of the most beautiful island villages in the Cyclades. Wander through the white-washed streets of Naoussa and explore its vibrant nightlife. Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or a taste of authentic Greek island life, Paros offers a little magic for everyone.

Transfer to Paros Hotel

Cooking Class

Beach hopping

Village walking tour & olive oil tasting 

Transfer to Port 

Ferry/Fly to Athens (1 Night)

Contact us at Eyia Retreats for a quote for this exact itinerary, or let us custom design and plan the trip of your dreams!  

How Long Does It Take to Plan?

We prefer at least 3-6 months to plan a trip. However, depending on our travel client load, we may be able to accept last minute trip requisitions. 

Why Work with Eyia Retreats When Booking Your Trip to Greece?

When booking with Eyia Retreats you will receive guidance to discover and select your dream destination, a personalized design curated just for you based on your time, budget, travel, and dreams, and an easy to use itinerary that can be accessed via a mobile app, so everything you need is in one place.

You will also receive recommendations on your destinations from us, our travel partners, and locals. You will receive savings in time having an expert take care of your trip logistics for you! You may also be eligible to receive travel perks like early check-in, late check-out, upgrades, welcome amenity, or spa or hotel credits. And maybe most important of all, you will have peace of mind knowing that you will have an amazing trip! 

Book your travel planning and design consultation!

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When Is Greek Easter and

Greek Easter Traditions

If you have not experienced an Orthodox Easter in Greece then you have not truly experienced Greek culture. We will do our best to paint you a picture of Greek Orthodox Easter until you can experience it for yourself. This year Greek Easter is Sunday, April 20th. It is a beautiful time to visit Greece in the height of spring. The weather is nice but not sweltering hot, the sea is inviting, and the flowers and plants are showing off in the sunlight.

Hidden Gems of Athens:

The Athens Riviera

The Athenian Riviera is rich in ancient history, culture, delicious dining, art, beautiful nature, good weather, and the most scenic turquoise coastline. When you visit the Athenian Riviera, you get to experience the sweet slowness of island life while having everything at your fingertips with vibrant local towns as well as the city center just forty minutes away.

Why You Should Travel to Amorgos

Amorgos is an old, charming, and magical island at the southern eastern tip of the Cyclades. Since the end of the 4th millennium BC there are traces of human presence on Amorgos. It is full of revitalizing and restoring energy, making it the perfect place for physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual rejuvenation. Amorgos is also full of goats! Get ready to stop traffic for them, as they outnumber people on the island twelve to one.