The Perfect Four Seasons Itinerary for a 10-Day Mediterranean Escape
The Perfect Four Seasons Itinerary for a 10-Day Mediterranean Escape
There are few journeys more romantic, inspiring, and indulgent than exploring the Mediterranean through the lens of Four Seasons luxury. From the turquoise waters of the Aegean to the cliffside glamour of the Amalfi Coast, each destination tells its own story — of history, flavor, and effortless beauty.
If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to sea views in Athens, sipping rosé in the French Riviera, and ending your days with sunsets over Santorini, this 10-day Four Seasons itinerary offers the ultimate Mediterranean escape.
Designed exclusively by StarsDesk — a top Four Seasons Preferred Partner and Global Producer — this journey weaves together three of the region’s most extraordinary properties with insider access, VIP benefits, and curated experiences that go far beyond the expected.
✈️ Day 1–3: Begin in Athens – Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Your Mediterranean adventure begins in Athens, where ancient mythology meets sleek modern design at the Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens. Just 30 minutes from the city center on the glamorous Athenian Riviera, the resort feels worlds away — a coastal sanctuary with timeless Greek spirit.
🌅 What to Expect
Check into your sea-view room at Arion or Nafsika, both perched above the sparkling Saronic Gulf. Spend your first evening on your terrace, cocktail in hand, watching the sun melt into the sea.
On Day 2, dive into the city’s ancient treasures — the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the new Acropolis Museum — before returning to unwind at the resort’s Hippocrates-inspired Spa.
🍽 Must-Try Experience
Dine seaside at Pelagos, the Michelin-starred restaurant celebrated for its elevated Greek seafood and avant-garde presentation.
💡 StarsDesk Insider Tip: When booking through a Four Seasons Preferred Partner, you’ll receive daily breakfast, €100 resort credit, and priority room upgrades — perfect for starting your trip with effortless luxury.
Optional Excursion
Take a private yacht to the nearby island of Hydra or Aegina for an unforgettable day trip — your StarsDesk advisor can coordinate all arrangements, from yacht selection to lunch reservations at hidden seaside tavernas.
🚗 Day 4–6: Romance on the Amalfi Coast – Four Seasons Hotel at San Domenico Palace, Taormina (Sicily)
Fly from Athens to Catania, Sicily — a short hop that brings you to one of the world’s most cinematic settings: San Domenico Palace, Taormina, a Four Seasons legend perched dramatically above the Ionian Sea.
🏰 Why You’ll Love It
Once a 14th-century Dominican monastery, this historic property has hosted icons from Oscar Wilde to Greta Garbo. Today, it offers the perfect balance of heritage and hedonism, with infinity views of Mount Etna and the Mediterranean unfolding below.
Relax by the clifftop pool, wander Taormina’s charming cobblestone streets, or explore ancient ruins like the Teatro Greco — one of the best-preserved amphitheaters in Italy.
🍷 Culinary Highlight
Reserve a table at Principe Cerami, the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, where Sicilian ingredients meet haute cuisine. Think swordfish carpaccio, pistachio risotto, and Etna wines served under candlelit terraces.
🌿 StarsDesk Advantage: As one of the top Four Seasons Producers, StarsDesk clients receive VIP recognition and the best suite placement at this always-in-demand resort — particularly valuable during high season (May–September).
🌋 Optional Experiences
Private wine tasting at a boutique vineyard on Mount Etna
Guided photography walk through Taormina’s ancient streets
Sunset cruise along the coast with onboard aperitivo service
🛥 Day 7–10: French Riviera Glamour – Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
Your journey concludes in unmistakable style at the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, one of the most legendary properties in Europe and a crown jewel in the Four Seasons collection.
Perched between Nice and Monaco, this Belle Époque palace is where Riviera elegance meets contemporary comfort — lush gardens, panoramic terraces, and the most glamorous pool in France: the Club Dauphin.
🕊 Arrival & Atmosphere
Arrive via private transfer from Nice Côte d’Azur Airport or Monaco, and let the property’s understated grandeur envelop you. You’ll immediately understand why this hotel has been a hideaway for artists, royals, and Hollywood legends for over a century.
Each suite feels like a private villa with sweeping views of the Mediterranean, private terraces, and impeccable Four Seasons service.
🥂 What to Do
Lounge at Club Dauphin, reached by private funicular, where saltwater pools overlook the sea.
Stroll the Cap-Ferrat coastal path to Saint-Jean village for a quiet lunch.
Enjoy a personalized facial at the Spa by Dr. Burgener Switzerland.
Take a short drive to Èze, Antibes, or Monaco for fine dining and nightlife.
🍽 Dining to Remember
Dinner at Le Cap — the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant — is a must. The open terrace, fragrant with jasmine, is one of Europe’s most romantic settings.
🌸 Preferred Partner Bonus: When booked through StarsDesk, guests receive daily breakfast, €100 hotel credit, and personalized VIP welcome amenities, often including complimentary transfers or early check-in.
🗺 Sample 10-Day Mediterranean Itinerary Overview
| Day | Destination | Four Seasons Property | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Athens | Astir Palace | Sunset dinner at Pelagos |
| 2 | Athens | Astir Palace | Private Acropolis tour |
| 3 | Athens | Astir Palace | Yacht to Hydra |
| 4 | Travel to Sicily | San Domenico Palace | Michelin-star dining |
| 5 | Taormina | San Domenico Palace | Etna wine experience |
| 6 | Taormina | San Domenico Palace | Explore coastal villages |
| 7 | Travel to French Riviera | Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat | Relax at Club Dauphin |
| 8 | Cap-Ferrat | Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat | Spa and coastal path |
| 9 | Cap-Ferrat | Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat | Day trip to Monaco |
| 10 | Departure | – | Farewell lunch overlooking the sea |
💼 Why Travel Through a Four Seasons Preferred Partner
Planning a multi-destination journey like this requires more than logistics — it demands access, recognition, and attention to detail that only top luxury advisors can offer.
As a top global producer within the Four Seasons Preferred Partner program, StarsDesk provides travelers with an elevated experience across every destination, including:
💎 Exclusive VIP Privileges
Complimentary breakfast for two, daily
$100+ hotel/resort credit per stay
Priority upgrades upon availability
Early check-in / late check-out
Personalized welcome amenities
Direct hotel management recognition
💬 Personalized Service
Your StarsDesk advisor will coordinate every element — from suite selection and private transfers to dining reservations and yacht charters — ensuring seamless luxury across borders.
And because Preferred Partner rates are identical to direct Four Seasons pricing, you gain premium value and access at no additional cost.
🌍 The Magic of a Mediterranean by Four Seasons
What makes this region so extraordinary isn’t just its beauty — it’s the rhythm of life: the scent of lemon groves, the golden light on old stone villages, the laughter echoing over dinner tables that stretch long into the night.
Four Seasons captures that rhythm perfectly — not as a hotel brand, but as a collection of experiences curated with heart and precision. Whether you’re soaking in a sea-view infinity pool in Sicily, sipping espresso in Athens, or exploring the French Riviera’s timeless charm, every moment feels connected, deliberate, and deeply personal.
✨ Luxury isn’t about seeing the Mediterranean — it’s about feeling it. And with Four Seasons, every sunrise and sunset feels like it was designed just for you.
🧭 Extend Your Journey
If 10 days leave you wanting more, extend your Mediterranean itinerary with other spectacular Four Seasons properties nearby:
Four Seasons Hotel Florence – for art, architecture, and Tuscan cuisine
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid – a gateway to Iberian culture and history
Four Seasons Resort Mallorca (opening soon) – the next icon of Balearic luxury
Four Seasons Yacht Collection (launching 2026) – sail the Mediterranean with Four Seasons elegance
Your StarsDesk advisor can design a custom route combining land and sea — with every stay connected by Four Seasons consistency and VIP recognition throughout.
🏖 Ready to Begin Your Mediterranean Story?
The Mediterranean calls with its blend of sun, culture, and style — and there’s no better way to experience it than through Four Seasons luxury.
Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, StarsDesk curates journeys that feel intimate, refined, and completely effortless.
From Athens to Taormina to Cap-Ferrat, let every sunrise unveil a new chapter of your story — where the only constant is perfection.
🌐 Plan Your Journey
Begin designing your Four Seasons Mediterranean itinerary with the experts who know the brand best.
Explore more at 👉 StarsDesk | Four Seasons Preferred Partner
Your perfect Mediterranean escape awaits — with every detail designed around you.
