11 days in Athens, Fira & Mykonos Town Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): delve into the distant past at Temple of Olympian Zeus, get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, explore the world behind art at Museum 'Atelier Spyros Vassiliou', then contemplate the long history of Acropolis of Athens, and finally admire the striking features of Parthenon. Here are some ideas for day two: take a stroll through Ermou Street, wander the streets of Plaka, and then admire the masterpieces at National Archaeological Museum.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Mikonos Airport. In May, daily temperatures in Athens can reach 77°F, while at night they dip to 64°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can fly to Fira.

Gabbiano Nero and Lignos Folklore Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Get some historical perspective at Akrotiri and Ancient Thera. The adventure continues: explore the activities along Amoudi Bay, do a tasting at Santo Winery, enjoy the sand and surf at Red Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Kamari Beach.

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You can fly from Athens to Fira in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. May in Fira sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 63°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to ride a ferry to Mykonos Town.

Do your shopping at Triciclo Art Shop Mykonos and HOFA Gallery (House of Fine Art) Mykonos. Museum-lovers will appreciate Aegean Maritime Museum and Archaeological Museum of Mykonos. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Little Venice, take in the spiritual surroundings of Paraportiani Church, kick back and relax at Paradise Beach, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Agios Sostis Beach.

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Ride a ferry from Fira to Mykonos Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In June in Mykonos Town, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 69°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.