Greece Opens New 2027 Tourism Routes From Denmark With Karpathos Charters and Multi-Island Experiences

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Danish tour operators are expanding their Greece programmes for 2027, introducing a new multi-destination itinerary and direct charter flights from Aarhus to Karpathos as Greece targets broader seasonal and geographic demand from the Danish market.

The developments involve Time To Journey and Århus Charter, with both initiatives supported by familiarisation activity coordinated by the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) Scandinavia Office alongside Greek municipalities and local tourism professionals.

The new programmes expand the range of Greek destinations available to Danish travellers while placing greater emphasis on shoulder-season travel, small-group experiences, local culture, gastronomy and direct air connectivity.

What New Greece Itinerary Will Time To Journey Launch In 2027?

Danish travel company Time To Journey will introduce a new 14-day Time To Visit Greece itinerary in 2027, combining five destinations: Athens, Paros, Naxos, Crete and Santorini.

Santorini will join the company’s portfolio as a new destination under the programme.

The itinerary forms part of Time To Journey’s Time to explore & taste collection and is designed around experiences including history, culture, nature and gastronomy.

The programme will operate during April, May, September and October, deliberately extending travel opportunities beyond Greece’s busiest summer months.

Why Is The Time To Journey Programme Focused On Small Groups?

The new itinerary is designed for small groups of up to 10 travellers, allowing the operator to position the experience around a more intimate style of touring.

The combination of multiple islands and mainland destinations also provides travellers with a broader introduction to Greece rather than concentrating on a single resort.

Athens provides an urban and historical starting point, while Paros, Naxos, Crete and Santorini introduce different island environments, cultural experiences and culinary traditions.

By combining these destinations within a 14-day programme, Time To Journey is targeting travellers interested in experiencing several aspects of Greece within one organised trip.

Why Is Shoulder-Season Travel Important For Greece?

The Time To Journey itinerary is scheduled for April, May, September and October, creating additional opportunities to visit Greece outside the traditional peak summer period.

Shoulder-season tourism can help destinations distribute visitor demand more evenly across the year while giving travellers an alternative to the busiest summer months.

For the Greek tourism sector, programmes operating during spring and autumn can also support tourism businesses and destinations that want to extend their operating seasons.

The itinerary’s emphasis on culture, gastronomy and nature further supports travel outside the peak beach-holiday period.

How Did GNTO Support Santorini’s Addition To The Programme?

Time To Journey founder and CEO Irene Danneskiold Lassen visited Santorini in May 2026 during a familiarisation trip organised by the GNTO Scandinavia Office in cooperation with the Municipality of Thira.

The visit was designed to promote Santorini in Denmark and across the wider Scandinavian market.

During the visit, Lassen explored local tourism experiences, including the D. Nomikos Tomato Industrial Museum in Vlychada, providing an opportunity to assess products that could be incorporated into the Danish operator’s programme.

The addition of Santorini to the Time To Journey portfolio follows this destination familiarisation activity.

What Is Århus Charter Offering In Karpathos?

Århus Charter, part of Danish travel group Travelheart Family, is preparing to add Karpathos to its summer programme for the first time in 2027.

The programme will include direct charter flights from Aarhus, providing a new air connection between Denmark and the Greek island.

According to the latest GNTO update, the flights are scheduled to operate from May 17 through October 18, 2027.

The programme extends across much of the main summer and early autumn period, providing Danish travellers with a direct option for visiting Karpathos.

Why Is Karpathos Being Added To The Danish Market?

Karpathos is being introduced to Århus Charter’s summer portfolio as part of an effort to expand the range of Greek destinations available to Danish holidaymakers.

The island’s tourism proposition includes traditional villages, beaches, gastronomy and local hospitality, all of which were explored by representatives of Århus Charter during a familiarisation visit.

The direct Aarhus charter operation also addresses the practical side of destination development by connecting the Danish regional market directly with Karpathos.

How Is GNTO Supporting The Karpathos Programme?

Representatives of Århus Charter visited Karpathos in early September 2026 while preparing the 2027 programme.

The visit followed cooperation between the GNTO Scandinavia Office, Municipality of Karpathos and local tourism professionals.

During their time on the island, the delegation explored local villages, beaches, gastronomy and hospitality experiences that could be promoted to Danish travellers.

Such familiarisation visits allow tour operators to assess destinations directly and develop tourism products around experiences that match their target market.

What Do The Two Programmes Mean For Greece Tourism?

The Time To Journey and Århus Charter initiatives provide two different approaches to expanding Greece’s presence in Denmark.

Time To Journey is introducing a multi-destination, small-group itinerary focused on cultural and experiential travel during spring and autumn.

Århus Charter is creating a direct summer charter connection from Aarhus to Karpathos, giving Danish travellers access to an island being added to the operator’s portfolio for the first time.

Together, the programmes broaden both the geographical and seasonal range of Greece’s tourism offering in the Danish market.

How Could Denmark Help Greece Diversify Its Tourism Seasons?

The programmes demonstrate how tour operators can support Greece’s efforts to distribute tourism beyond the traditional peak summer period.

Time To Journey’s April, May, September and October departures specifically target the shoulder seasons, while the Karpathos programme extends from May into October.

The combination of direct connectivity, multi-destination touring and experiential travel gives Danish visitors more options while supporting Greek destinations seeking a broader tourism season.

The initiatives also demonstrate the role of cooperation between national tourism authorities, municipalities, tour operators and local tourism businesses in developing new international markets.