10 Days in Greece: Top 2 Recommendations
From pristine beaches of Mykonos and turquoise waters off of the archipelago of Sporades to the ruins of Athens and Delos, Greece has it all. Therefore, this is not a country you will want to rush through. Instead, we recommend spending at least 10 days in Greece to see all the major archaeological complexes, beautiful landscapes, and charming towns. Below is our pick of two 10-day itineraries for your trip to Greece.
- Alexandra Donovan
- From Wales
1. A Grand Tour: 10 days in Greece
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Day 1 |
Arrive in Athens |
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Day 2 |
See the sights of Athens during a city tour |
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Day 3 |
Stop at remarkable sites en route to Olympia |
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Day 4 |
Explore the ruins of Olympia before driving to Delphi |
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Day 5 |
Spend your morning in Delphi before heading for Kalambaka |
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Day 6 |
Marvel at Meteora, Tempi Valley and Mount Olympus |
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Day 7 |
Discover the vibrant Thessaloniki |
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Day 8 |
See picturesque sites and wander around colorful markets |
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Day 9 |
Visit the historic capital of Pella and explore Dion |
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Day 10 |
Bid farewell to Greece |
See the best of Greece in ten days on this grand tour starting and ending in Athens. Start out by uncovering its myths and legends as you wander among the ruins in the Acropolis of Athens. Theni and visit the sanctuary of Delphi, dedicated to the Greek god Apollo.
Balance out the trip with a dose of nature. Take in the enormity of the Corinth Canal, the deepest artificial canal in the world, and marvel at the picturesque monasteries perched atop the vertical rocks of Meteora. See tours.
2. Classic Greece and Santorini: Greece in 10 days
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Day 1 |
Arrive in Athens |
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Day 2 |
Cover the highlights of Athens and visit its acropolis |
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Day 3 |
Explore Mycenae before traveling to the coastal city of Nafplion |
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Day 4 |
Visit ancient Olympia and continue to Delphi |
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Day 5 |
Go temple hopping in Delphi and drive through Greek countryside |
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Day 6 |
See the towering cliffs of Meteora before heading back to Athens |
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Day 7 |
Take a ferry to Santorini |
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Day 8 |
Explore Santorini at your leisure |
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Day 9 |
Enjoy your last day back in Athens |
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Day 10 |
Catch your flight home |
This well-balanced tour involves both adventure and relaxation during your ten days in Greece. Step back in time in Mycenae as you discover the chamber tombs that go back to the dawn of civilization. Then get off the beaten track as you drive through central Greece. See picturesque villages and towns and gawk at the lofty cliffs of Meteora before catching a ferry to the beautiful island of Santorini. Kick back on its beaches and explore its magnificent underwater caldera and active volcano on your own. Describe your ideal 10-day Greece tour for a customized itinerary.
