Greece Itinerary
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How long do you have? Pick a plan below for 3, 5, 7 or 10 days in Greece. Each one is built so you can follow it as it is or mix days from different plans.
Best time to go: May to June, or September to early October, for warm weather and fewer crowds.
Getting around: Walk in Athens. Use flights or ferries for the islands; ferry schedules vary by season.
Book ahead: The Acropolis timed entry and your flight or ferry to the islands.
3-Day Greece Itinerary
Day 1 — The Acropolis
Climb the Acropolis early to beat the heat, visit the Acropolis Museum, and spend the evening in the Plaka neighborhood.
Day 2 — Athens Neighborhoods
Explore the Ancient Agora, browse Monastiraki market, and watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill.
Day 3 — Cape Sounion
Take a half-day trip to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion and watch the sunset over the sea.
5-Day Greece Itinerary
Day 1 — The Acropolis
Climb the Acropolis early to beat the heat, visit the Acropolis Museum, and spend the evening in the Plaka neighborhood.
Day 2 — Athens Neighborhoods
Explore the Ancient Agora, browse Monastiraki market, and watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill.
Day 3 — Fly to Santorini
Take a morning flight (about 45 minutes) and spend the afternoon exploring Fira, the island’s main town.
Day 4 — Oia & the Caldera
Walk the caldera path from Fira toward Oia in the morning, then watch the sunset from Oia’s village.
Day 5 — Beaches & a Boat Trip
Spend the day at a black-sand beach such as Perissa, or join a boat trip around the caldera and nearby volcanic islands.
7-Day Greece Itinerary
Day 1 — The Acropolis
Climb the Acropolis early to beat the heat, visit the Acropolis Museum, and spend the evening in the Plaka neighborhood.
Day 2 — Athens Neighborhoods
Explore the Ancient Agora, browse Monastiraki market, and watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill.
Day 3 — Fly to Santorini
Take a morning flight (about 45 minutes) and spend the afternoon exploring Fira, the island’s main town.
Day 4 — Oia & the Caldera
Walk the caldera path from Fira toward Oia in the morning, then watch the sunset from Oia’s village.
Day 5 — Beaches & a Boat Trip
Spend the day at a black-sand beach such as Perissa, or join a boat trip around the caldera and nearby volcanic islands.
Day 6 — Ferry to Mykonos
Take the ferry to Mykonos (about 2 to 3 hours on a fast boat) and explore the white alleys of Chora and Little Venice.
Day 7 — Mykonos Beaches
Spend a relaxed final day on a beach such as Paradise or Super Paradise.
10-Day Greece Itinerary
Download the 10-day plan (PDF)
Day 1 — The Acropolis
Climb the Acropolis early to beat the heat, visit the Acropolis Museum, and spend the evening in the Plaka neighborhood.
Day 2 — Athens Neighborhoods
Explore the Ancient Agora, browse Monastiraki market, and watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill.
Day 3 — Delphi Day Trip
Take a full-day tour to the ancient sanctuary of Delphi, about 2.5 to 3 hours from Athens.
Day 4 — Fly to Santorini
Take a morning flight (about 45 minutes) and spend the afternoon exploring Fira, the island’s main town.
Day 5 — Oia & the Caldera
Walk the caldera path from Fira toward Oia in the morning, then watch the sunset from Oia’s village.
Day 6 — Beaches & a Boat Trip
Spend the day at a black-sand beach such as Perissa, or join a boat trip around the caldera and nearby volcanic islands.
Day 7 — Ferry to Mykonos
Take the ferry to Mykonos and explore Chora and Little Venice.
Day 8 — Mykonos Beaches
Relax on a beach such as Paradise or Super Paradise.
Day 9 — Delos Day Trip
Take a boat to the ancient island of Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 10 — Return to Athens
Fly or ferry back to Athens for a farewell dinner.
Opening times, ticket rules, travel times and prices change, so check each detail before you book.
See the full trip breakdown in our Greece travel guide.
