2-Week Croatia and Greece Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Croatia And Greece tour itineraries

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• 13 Days in Croatia & Greece, incl. Zagreb and Santorini

  Comprehensive 13-day Croatia-Greece tour visiting Zagreb's St. Mark's Church, Split's Roman ruins, and Dubrovnik's city walls. Cross to Greece for Athens' Acropolis, Mykonos' whitewashed streets, and Santorini's sunset views. Includes transportation, guided tours, and daily breakfast.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Zagreb

    Arrive in Croatia's capital in the afternoon to skip morning traffic. Start by exploring the medieval Upper Town (Gornji Grad). On day two, visit Zagreb Cathedral when it opens at 8 AM before the crowds show up. Visit the Tkalčićeva Street area in late afternoon when the cafes come to life. Get a Zagreb Card from the tourist office for free public transport and museum access.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Split

    Take the 6-hour train ride from Zagreb to Split and enjoy views of the Dalmatian countryside. Book seats on the right side for the best ocean views. Stay in the Varoš area for quick access to Diocletian's Palace. Take a day trip to Trogir (45 minutes by bus) and go early to avoid the crowds from Split.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Dubrovnik

    Catch a morning bus or ferry from Split. For the wall walk, start at Pile Gate before 9 AM to avoid heat and crowds. A past visitor said: "The wall walk gets intensely hot by midday. Bring water and wear good shoes – those limestone steps are slippery, especially near St. John's Fortress."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Athens

    Book an early flight from Dubrovnik to Athens for better prices. Spend your first afternoon in the Plaka neighborhood. Visit the Acropolis when it opens at 8 AM before the crowds arrive at 10 AM. The new Acropolis Museum is a good choice for hot afternoons.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Mykonos

    Take a morning ferry from Piraeus port. Choose Blue Star ferries for a smoother 4-hour trip. Pick accommodation near Mykonos Town but away from the nightclubs if you want quiet. Go to Little Venice early for sunset photos. One traveler suggested: "The narrow streets of Mykonos Town can be overwhelming midday when cruise ships are in. Explore early morning or after 4 PM for a more authentic experience."

    
  • Days 11-12

    Santorini

    Take a 2-hour high-speed ferry to Santorini. Stay in Imerovigli for great caldera views without Oia's crowds. The Fira to Oia walk takes about 3 hours. Start early and bring sun protection. Book sunset cruises well in advance.

    
  • Day 13

    Return

    Fly back to Athens. Schedule international flights after 12:30 PM in case of delays.

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• 11 Day Balkans & Greek Islands Itinerary, incl. Dubrovnik and Santorini

  An 11-day cultural odyssey weaves Croatian heritage with Greek island charm. The journey flows from Dubrovnik's stone walls to Kotor's medieval streets, past Ohrid's waterfront monastery, before hopping between Athens, Mykonos and Santorini. Daily breakfast and professional guides enhance the experience.

  

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  • Day 1

    Dubrovnik to Tirana via Kotor

    Leave Dubrovnik early since you have a long day ahead (290km total). It's about 2 hours to Kotor. Get there by 10 AM to avoid cruise ship crowds at the Old Town walls. You'll need 3-4 hours to see Kotor properly, including Triphun Cathedral. The drive to Tirana takes 4 hours, plus time at the Albania border which can be slow during peak season.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Albania to North Macedonia

    Start your Tirana sightseeing early around Skanderbeg Square before the summer heat kicks in. The drive to Ohrid is about 2.5 hours through the mountains. Spend day two exploring Ohrid's UNESCO-listed Old Town and lake area. Day three gives you time for St. Naum Monastery ($45). It's worth visiting for the springs and the peacocks that roam freely on the grounds.

    
  • Day 4

    Kastoria & Meteora

    Take the quieter Bitola crossing into Greece. Stop at Kastoria to see its Byzantine churches and views over the lake. You'll reach Meteora in time for sunset over the monasteries. Book your hotel on the Kastraki side for the best views of the rocks.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Athens Immersion

    The train from Kalambaka to Athens takes 5 hours. Use the afternoon to walk around Monastiraki and Plaka. On day six, join the evening walking tour to avoid the heat while exploring places like Anafiotika.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Mykonos Experience

    The ferry ride from Piraeus to Mykonos is about 4 hours. Spend your first afternoon in the winding streets of Mykonos Town. Head to the beaches early next day. Paradise Beach gets packed by midday. You might want to take the short boat trip to ancient Delos in the morning.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Santorini Magic

    Take a ferry or flight to Santorini. A recent visitor shared: "Don't miss walking from Fira to Oia along the caldera. Start by 4 PM to catch the sunset in Oia, and bring water as there are few stops." Use day 10 for a catamaran cruise around the caldera.

    
  • Day 11

    Return to Athens

    Take a morning flight to Athens (40 minutes). Schedule your international flight for afternoon or evening. Morning flights from Santorini often face delays when it's windy.

    

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• Discovering Croatia's Coast to Greece

  

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  • Split Croatia

    17 mi

  • Brac Croatia

    2 mi

  • Bol Croatia

    8 mi

  • Hvar Island Croatia

    5 mi

  • Hvar Croatia

    37 mi

  • Korčula Croatia

    22 mi

  • Peljesac Croatia

    31 mi
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  • Dubrovnik Croatia

    2 mi

  • Lokrum Island Croatia

    6 mi

  • Cavtat Croatia

    8 mi

  • Dubrovnik Croatia

    37 mi

  • Kotor Montenegro

    9 mi

  • Budva Montenegro

    83 mi

  • Tirana Albania

    42 mi

  • Struga Macedonia

    14 mi

  • Ohrid Macedonia

    27 mi

  • Bitola Macedonia

    92 mi

  • Kastraki Greece

  • Kalabaka Greece

    96 mi

  • Delphi Greece

    75 mi

  • Athens Greece

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