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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.

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1. A Grand Tour: 10 days in Greece

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Day 1

Arrive in Athens

Day 2

See the sights of Athens during a city tour

Day 3

Stop at remarkable sites en route to Olympia

Day 4

Explore the ruins of Olympia before driving to Delphi

Day 5

Spend your morning in Delphi before heading for Kalambaka

Day 6

Marvel at Meteora, Tempi Valley and Mount Olympus

Day 7

Discover the vibrant Thessaloniki

Day 8

See picturesque sites and wander around colorful markets

Day 9

Visit the historic capital of Pella and explore Dion

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

Day 2

Cover the highlights of Athens and visit its acropolis

Day 3

Explore Mycenae before traveling to the coastal city of Nafplion

Day 4

Visit ancient Olympia and continue to Delphi

Day 5

Go temple hopping in Delphi and drive through Greek countryside

Day 6

See the towering cliffs of Meteora before heading back to Athens

Day 7

Take a ferry to Santorini

Day 8

Explore Santorini at your leisure

Day 9

Enjoy your last day back in Athens

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.

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Published by Lucas Toft, updated on October 21, 2022

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