17 days in Central Greece, Athens & Santorini Itinerary
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Start: Barcelona
Fly to Athens, Bus to Delphi
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Delphi
— 4 nights
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Athens
— 8 nights
Fly
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Fira
— 4 nights
Fly
End: Barcelona
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Delphi — 4 nights
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Delphi and Temple of Apollo In Delphi are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get some historical perspective at Hosios Loukas and Treasury of the Athenians. Venture out of the city with trips to Hani of Gravia (in Gravia) and Bread Museum of Amfiklia (in Amfikleia). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Delphi Archaeological Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Byzantine Church of Agia Eleousa (Panagia Mavromantila), brush up on your military savvy at Maritime Museum & Archaeological Collection of Galaxidi, and examine the collection at The Angelos and Eva Sikelianos Museum.
To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Delphi trip planner.
Barcelona, Spain to Delphi is an approximately 9.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Traveling from Barcelona to Delphi, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Barcelona in August, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Delphi: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 23°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Athens.
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To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Delphi trip planner.
Barcelona, Spain to Delphi is an approximately 9.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Traveling from Barcelona to Delphi, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Barcelona in August, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Delphi: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 23°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Athens.
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Athens — 8 nights
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The Birthplace of Democracy
Museum-lovers will appreciate Acropolis Museum and Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Athens: Ktima Palivou (in Nemea), Mycenae (Lion Gate & Archaeological Site Mycenae) and Submersible Bridges (in Isthmia). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum, see the interesting displays at Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, wander the streets of Plaka, and get to know the fascinating history of Archea Korinthos.
To see other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Athens trip planner.
You can drive from Delphi to Athens in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Delphi in September, Athens is a bit warmer at night with lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to fly to Fira.
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To see other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Athens trip planner.
You can drive from Delphi to Athens in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Delphi in September, Athens is a bit warmer at night with lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to fly to Fira.
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Fira — 4 nights
Akrotiri and Ekklisia Panagia Platsani will appeal to history buffs. Do some cultural sightseeing at Ancient Thera and Museum of Prehistoric Thira. There's still lots to do: explore the activities along Amoudi Bay, kick back and relax at Kamari Beach, learn about winemaking at Santo Winery, and stroll through Red Beach.
For reviews and other tourist information, refer to the Fira travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Athens to Fira takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. In September in Fira, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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For reviews and other tourist information, refer to the Fira travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Athens to Fira takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. In September in Fira, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Central Greece travel guide
Central Greece became a major travel destination thousands of years ago, known around the ancient world as the home of the famous oracle of Apollo. Today, the small town of Delphi and its eponymous archaeological site top the itinerary of most visitors to Central Greece. Sightseers visit this site by the thousands to admire the mastery of ancient Greek builders, who constructed a vast complex of buildings to mark what they thought of as the center of the universe. The rest of the region remains a less-trodden land of pristine mountains, rivers, forests, ravines, and caves. Central Greece also contains a long coastline and boasts some of the finest beaches in the Mediterranean.
Santorini travel guide
Wine Island
Known for dramatic views and romantic sunsets, the island of Santorini draws visitors with its long string of black, white, and red beaches. The largest and most significant of a small group of volcanic islands located just 200 km (120 mi) southeast of Greece's mainland, Santorini boasts just over 15,000 permanent residents. Created by a massive volcanic eruption that likely destroyed a single large island, the archipelago still features an active volcano, which saw its last eruption in the 1950s. The easiest way to explore Santorini's craggy coastline is on foot. Start by visiting the archaeological sites on the island's southwestern side, which offer a chance to discover the area's ancient past with unobstructed views of the famed volcano.
