The Getaway Co.
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56 reviews
May 21 - 28, 2022
Group size: 1 - 24
Poolside Plantasy Greece 2022
Athens and Santorini, Greece
The Getaway Co.
- Email address verified
56 reviews
May 21 - 28, 2022
Group size: 1 - 24
About this trip
For the first time ever, we’ve added beautiful Greece to our list of fully plant-based adventures, and we couldn’t be more excited to be heading there with the always hilarious Richard Makin of School Night Vegan!
The trip will begin with three nights in the vibrant city of Athens at luxury boutique hotel, Oniro City. We’ll then jump on a quick plane ride over the Cyclades, check in at the stunning Kallos Imar Hotel and begin four magical nights on the world-renowned island of Santorini!
The week’s highlights include both vegan food and cultural tours of Athens, a caldera view hike from Fira to Oia in Santorini, an island tour of Santorini, a cooking demo from School Night Vegan, and of course plenty of free time to relax, connect and enjoy.
With three fully vegan Greek – inspired meals per day, a fabulous co-host, immersive activities and one of the most beautiful locations on earth, School Night in Greece promises to be one of our best trips yet!
What’s included
- 3 Nights Accommodation3 nights accommodation in culture rich Athens at Oniro Luxury Boutique Hotel
- 4 Nights Accommodation4 nights accommodation in beautiful Santorini at Kallos Imar Hotel
- 3 Meals Per Day3 delicious, fully plant-based meals per day (except one during free time in Fira)
- 1 Plane Transfer1 plane transfer from Athens to Santorini
- 1 Cooking Experience1 very special cooking experience with School Night Vegan
- Airport TransfersAirport pickup from Athens International Airport, dropoff at Santorini Airport or Port on first and last day of getaway only
- 4 Special Excursions4 special excursions: Athens vegan food tour, Athens cultural tour, Fira to Oia hike, Santorini island tour
- 2 PartiesSpecial opening and closing dinner parties (beer and wine included at parties)
- 1 Unforgettable Trip
- 1 Group of New Friends
What’s not included
- AlcoholAlcohol will only be included during opening and closing dinner parties
- AirfareAirfare in and out of Greece
Available Packages
Small Couple - Price per person
Smaller room, one queen bed, en-suite bathroom
€2,400
Deposit:€300
Couple - Price per person
Two people, queen or king bed, en suite bathroom
€2,500
Deposit:€300
Luxury Couple - Price per person
Two people, queen or king bed, large luxury room
€2,700
Deposit:€300
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Reviews
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This was a once-in-a-lifetime trip! It was the only trip I’ve been on that was 100% stress-free. The planning of activities and food was incredible. Being able to travel as a vegan and not worry about where to eat was priceless! The accommodations were beautiful and very comfortable. The guides were all so knowledgeable and helpful when planning our free time. I felt taken care of the entire trip and got to meet some truly amazing people. I travelled solo, which was a bit intimidating as an introvert. However, travelling with a group of like-minded individuals was amazing and made it very easy to feel comfortable right away. I will definitely be planning another trip with Getaway Co. ! amanda, Jo and Nick, thank you for a trip I will never forget!
By Brittany T for Growing Vegan in Greece 2024 on Oct 21, 2024
Planning a vacation is hard work but not so with the Getawayco. All you have to do is book your plane tickets and pay the company their charges and pack your bags. Meals, schedules and everything else that we struggle to do, is put in place by the organizers. Jo was a terrific guide, very caring, punctual and efficient. She kept us on time and planned all our meals in some of the best restaurants. Greece was one of the places I've been meaning to visit and thankfully it turned out to be with this company. Athens was busy and fast paced but Santorini was idyllic, calm and so serene. The trek from Fira to Oia was challenging for a few of us but we all soldiered on and made it. More than the country itself, it was beautiful to meet like minded people who shared similar views on food, ethics and values. Breaking bread with such souls made it all the more meaningful and great. We got a great education on Greek culture and Mythology from Nick Cutsumpas along with a wonderful culinary demonstration of growing herbs and crafting beautiful mocktails. Thanks again, @getawayco.
By GIRIJA V for Growing Vegan in Greece 2024 on Oct 15, 2024
Giri you're the best. Thank you for writing this detailed and well thought through review of our recent trip to Greece. It's always so lovely having you and the family, and we are so glad you enjoyed your second experience with us! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! xo
By The Getaway Co. on Oct 16, 2024
Our recent trip to Bali was an absolute dream come true— it was a feast for the senses, filled with an abundance of delicious plant-based foods, friendly faces, and unforgettable experiences.
Beyond the food, Bali’s wellness culture perfectly complements a vegan lifestyle. We participated in cultural experiences and connected with like-minded travelers who shared a passion for healthy living. This sense of community made the trip even more special.
Bali is a paradise that offers a perfect blend of culture, culinary delights, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, or cultural immersion, Bali truly has it all.
If you’re planning a visit, be sure to bring your appetite because The GetAway Co knows how to satisfy - our plates were always full of wonderful amazing foods! I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a culinary adventure. Bali is a true paradise for vegans—10 out of 10! I can’t wait to go back and explore even more!
Thank you Cherie, Amanda and Lauren you were amazing hosts!!!!!
By D T for Live With Purpose Bali 2024 on Sep 30, 2024
Denise!! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this glowing review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience, that you found it so rewarding, and that you now love Bali as much as we do! Hope to see you again soon. xo
By The Getaway Co. on Oct 02, 2024
A once in a lifetime trip. It was perfect, very well thought out, having down time on in between days of having excursions but also having options of exploring more. All the delicious vegan food and staying in a very cute boutique hotel! I couldn’t have even imagined what I was in store for. I’ve made great memories, new friends, and can’t wait to go on more trips with the Getaway Co.!!!!!❤️
By Gina B for Plantspiration in Italy 2024 on Aug 28, 2024
Thanks so much for this Gina! <3 It was such a pleasure having you with us in lovely Italy. Hope to see you again soon! xx
By The Getaway Co. on Sep 02, 2024
I still look at my pictures from this trip and I just get misty eyed. This trip was an absolute blast! Forever grateful I found the Getaway Co and that they help foster learning and meeting new people while making new friends. I even had the opportunity to revise a couple of places in London when I was there for a long layover after the Croatian Plantasy trip.
By Candice B for The Vegan Mega Trip! on Aug 23, 2024
aww we're so glad you found us too Candice! Can't wait to see you again soon! xo
By The Getaway Co. on Aug 25, 2024
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Croation plantasy - its over, boo! Next one please
What a great trip, with some great people - again! I have read or two of the under 5* reviews and no disrespect to my fellow travellers ( who I quite like ) but this is not like the big travel co Jordan trip I did a year ago, run 10 times a year for a number of years, 2 big coaches of people, staying in multi hotels with all the boring drop offs, impersonal, average tourist restaurants.......this is a small hand crafted personalised trip run for the very first time in a Country with very few vegan options. Both hotels were running vegan breakfasts ( with choices ) for the very first time! If there were no plastic water bottles on the few times they were supplied there would have been a complaint we were all thirsty...... As for info on safety, jetlag, tipping - there is the internet and its no different to the last time people travelled long haul or on a foreign trip?
More importantly the trip, there were 26 of us with the owner of the Getaway Co, a media influencer School night vegan, and Marino the local guide / organiser with us. It doesn't get any more personal than that. Like in the programme Cheers, its a trip where 'everyone knows your name'! We travelled up a mountain and Marino produced cushions to sit on the side of the mountain and eat a picnic lunch hand prepared by his mother! On the last night we had dinner outside in his families Olive Grove cooked off a calor gas stove, they had even made us a proper toilet. This isn't a commercial event space but a rustic home made local produce personalised event just for us. Again the tours of Split, Dubrovnik, Trogir ....were just for us, small group tours with local guides.
There was some truly great food, and dramatic settings for food / picnics, fantastic scenery and some great fellow vegan travellers, now friends. It was that personal. What I like about these tours ( our 3rd ) is that there is a mix of sightseeing, food experiences, food demo, wine tasting, this time our own Catamaran Tour ( with homemade food and focaccia ) but there is also a fair amount of time to relax, do nothing or join an additional tour if you want to. There is something here for everyone and there is no pressure to participate.
Its true that an optional excursion or the odd meal wasn't 11/10 - but this was the inaugural trip in a Country that is at the beginning of the vegan journey. As opposed to a global travel company, the owner was on our trip and those minor wrinkles will definitely be sorted for the next trip. In terms of the fully vegan restaurant in Dubrovnik, I also ate there when everyone went home. It was fantastic but there are only 8 seats outside not 26 so we don't fit! As for the alumni talk.....a third of the group were repeat customers - work that out people!
In conclusion, great trip with some good food, great scenery, and a great bunch of people. We have done the Athens / Santorini and Marrakech tours and can't recommend them highly enough, along with the new Croatia trip. Do try it. We will be booking again on one of the other tours in 2025 ( maybe 2024 who knows ) !! 11/10
By Andrew S on 04 Jun, 2024