7-Day Greece Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 7-day Greece tour itineraries

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• 7 Days in Greece, incl. Athens and Delphi

  Ancient wonders await across 6 iconic Greek cities, from Athens' Acropolis to Delphi's Temple of Apollo. UNESCO sites include Mycenae's Lion Gate, Olympia's original Olympic stadium, and Meteora's cliff-top monasteries.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Athens

    Start your week in Athens while adjusting to the timezone. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium and Acropolis early. Get to the Acropolis by 8 AM to avoid crowds and intense heat. A previous visitor shared: "The morning Athens tour was perfect timing – by afternoon the sun was intense on those marble steps." Stay in Plaka for easy access to major sites and plenty of dining options in the evening.

    
  • Day 3

    Athens to Mycenae & Nafplion

    Take the 2-hour drive west through the Peloponnese and across the Corinth Canal. Visit the Mycenae citadel in the morning when temperatures are cooler. The Lions Gate involves some steep climbing. After that, stop in Nafplion for lunch and take photos of the Palamidi Fortress before going to Epidaurus theater. Bring water and wear shoes with good grip since ancient stones can get slippery.

    
  • Day 4

    Olympia to Delphi

    Get to Olympia's archaeological site early before tour groups arrive. Check out the Hermes statue in the museum when it opens at 8 AM. The trip to Delphi is about 4 hours and crosses the Rio-Antirio Bridge. Sit on the right side of the bus for nice coastal views. A previous visitor noted: "The Delphi archaeological site is quite spread out on a hillside. Pace yourself and bring water – there's little shade."

    
  • Day 5

    Delphi to Kalambaka

    Start your morning at Delphi's ruins and museum. Take your time on the steep Sacred Way path and wear comfortable walking shoes. You'll have a 3-hour drive through central Greece's mountains to reach Kalambaka. Try to book a hotel with views of Meteora. A recent traveler suggested: "Get to Kalambaka before sunset for amazing photos of the monasteries glowing orange against the rocks."

    
  • Day 6

    Meteora to Athens

    Start early to visit Meteora's monasteries right when they open at 9 AM. Women should bring a scarf or rent wrap skirts at the entrance since long skirts and covered shoulders are required. The return drive to Athens takes about 5 hours through Lamia. Make a stop at the Leonidas monument in Thermopylae. One visitor suggested: "Ask to be dropped in Plaka for dinner rather than out by the airport hotels – much better evening atmosphere."

    
  • Day 7

    Athens Departure

    Book afternoon flights if possible to avoid morning traffic. The X95 bus from Syntagma Square takes 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Plan to leave central Athens at least 3 hours before your flight.

    

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• 7 Days in Greece, incl. Athens and Santorini

  The Greek highlights unfold across Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini with premium stays at Acropolis Hill Hotel Athens and Belle Etoile Villas Santorini. UNESCO-listed Acropolis, Little Venice, and Oia's famous sunsets create perfect moments.

  

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  • Day 1

    Athens Arrival & Exploration

    After landing at Athens International Airport, make your way to your city center hotel. "The Acropolis Hill Hotel offers spectacular views over Athens, though be prepared for narrow elevators that only fit one person with luggage." Spend your first afternoon walking through the Plaka neighborhood. Stay clear of open lot areas near hotels at night for safety reasons.

    
  • Day 2

    Athens to Mykonos

    Head to Piraeus port early for your ferry to Mykonos (4-6 hours). A tip for Blue Star Ferries: upgrade from economy class to avoid sitting in the outdoor back section where engine fumes are strong. Once in Mykonos, check into your hotel. The Olia Hotel is a good choice away from the busy town center. The evening is perfect for walking through Mykonos Town's white alleyways.

    
  • Day 3

    Mykonos

    Get an early start at Little Venice before the crowds show up. You can use the island's reliable bus system to visit different beaches. Paradise and Super Paradise beaches get lively in the afternoon. According to one guest: "The Rhenia hotel staff were amazing and gave great local tips, though be ready for some steep hill climbing to reach many hotels."

    
  • Day 4

    Mykonos to Santorini

    Take the morning ferry to Santorini (2-4 hours). Pack light since most Santorini hotels require walking from the drop-off point due to their cliff-side location. After checking into your Kamari Beach hotel, spend the evening exploring the black sand beach and nearby restaurants.

    
  • Day 5

    Santorini

    Start with a morning volcano boat tour ($65) before it gets too hot. Later, take the public bus to Oia for sunset viewing. Get there by 6:30 PM to find a good spot. Book a taxi back to Kamari in advance since the buses get packed after sunset.

    
  • Day 6

    Santorini to Athens

    Return to Athens by morning ferry (4-5 hours). Consider this: Seajets catamarans are faster but can be rough in windy weather. Take motion sickness medication if needed. Visit the Acropolis Museum in the evening when crowds thin out. It's open until 8 PM.

    
  • Day 7

    Athens Departure

    Plan extra time for morning rush hour traffic to the airport. It can add 30+ minutes to your trip. Most hotels will store your luggage if you have a late flight and want to do more sightseeing.

    

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• Treasures of Crete

  Crete reveals its treasures from Heraklion's Knossos Palace to Spinalonga Island, historic Chania, medieval Rethymnon, and Lassithi Plateau's Zeus cave. Six nights at Hotel Hersonissos Maris include traditional Cretan meals.

  

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  • Heraklion Greece

    33 mi

  • Spinalonga Greece

    32 mi

  • Knossos Greece

    2 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

    64 mi

  • Chania Greece

    28 mi

  • Rethymnon Greece

    37 mi

  • Heraklion Greece

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