16 days in Greece & Barcelona Itinerary

On the 17th (Sat), step into the grandiose world of Castello del Molo (Koules) and then contemplate the long history of Loggia. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Castello del Molo (Koules), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Saint Titus, explore the world behind art at Church and the Museum of St. Aikaterini, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of Agios Mathaios Sinaites, and finally delve into the distant past at The Palace of Knossos.

For where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Heraklion trip maker.

Lisbon, Portugal to Heraklion is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 2 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Heraklion when traveling from Lisbon in June, with lows around 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) to allow time to take a shuttle to Rethymnon.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Arkadi, appreciate the history behind Symbol of Rethymnon City, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Four Martyrs Church, then contemplate the long history of The Venetian Fortezza, and finally wander the streets of Rethymnon Old Town.

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Rethymnon online visit planner.

Take a shuttle from Heraklion to Rethymnon in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Rethymnon can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can drive to Chania Town.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lake Kournas and Lighthouse of Chania. Take a break from the city and head to Elafonissi Beach and Seitan Limania Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Chania Town side-trips: Balos Lagoon (in Kissamos), Akrotiri (Katholiko Monastiri & Holy Trinity Monastery (Agia Triada)) and St. Nicholas Church (in Georgioupolis). The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Firkas Fortress, see the interesting displays at Museum-Residence of Eleftherios Venizelos, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Eisodion tis Theotokou, and steep yourself in history at World War Two German Bunkers.

For reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Chania Town day trip website.

You can drive from Rethymnon to Chania Town in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. June in Chania Town sees daily highs of 84°F and lows of 67°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to take a shuttle to Heraklion.

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Heraklion day trip planning app.

Traveling by shuttle from Chania Town to Heraklion takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll set off for Piraeus on the 23rd (Fri).

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Piraeus road trip planning tool.

You can ride a ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus in 8 hours. Other options are to fly; or ride a ferry; or take a bus. June in Piraeus sees daily highs of 86°F and lows of 70°F at night. On the 24th (Sat), you'll travel to Nafplio.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): appreciate the extensive heritage of Archea Korinthos, delve into the distant past at Archaeological Site Mycenae, and then step into the grandiose world of Fortress Palamidi.

To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Nafplio trip maker.

Drive from Piraeus to Nafplio in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Piraeus in June since evenings lows in Nafplio dip to 54°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can go by car to Monemvasia.

On the 25th (Sun), stop by To Kelari - Kastro Monemvasias, take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of Christ in Chains (Christos Elkomenos), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Agia Sofia Church, explore the historical opulence of Monemvasia Fortress, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Our Lady of Hrisafittisa, and finally stroll through Pounta Beach.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Monemvasia road trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Nafplio to Monemvasia takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can go by car to Kokkinogia.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): enjoy the sand and surf at Marmari Beach.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Kokkinogia trip planner.

Getting from Monemvasia to Kokkinogia by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive. In June in Kokkinogia, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride to Pylos.

On the 27th (Tue), explore the historical opulence of Methoni Castle, then explore the historical opulence of Castle of Pylos, and then get a taste of local nightlife at KOA Beach Pool Bar. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Romanos Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Glossa Beach, then kick back and relax at Voidokilia Beach, and finally Head underground at Nestor's Cave.

For traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Pylos planner.

You can drive from Kokkinogia to Pylos in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daytime highs in Pylos are 86°F, while nighttime lows are 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Athens.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Temple of Hephaestus and Mount Lycabettus. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Acropolis of Athens and Ancient Agora of Athens. There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Kapnikarea, and wander the streets of Plaka.

To find reviews, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Athens day trip site.

You can drive from Pylos to Athens in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Pylos in June, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Athens, with lows around 70°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Barcelona.

To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Barcelona trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Athens to Barcelona in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Athens to Barcelona is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Athens in July, you will find days in Barcelona are slightly colder (84°F), and nights are about the same (71°F). You will leave for home on the 2nd (Sun).