22 days in Greece Itinerary

Sifnos is an island municipality in the Cyclades island group in Greece. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): stop by Julie Tzanni Ceramic Art and Jewelry, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Seven Martyrs, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Faros Beach, and finally kick back and relax at Vathi Beach. On the 5th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Chrisopigi Monastery, then contemplate the long history of Panagia Chrissopigi, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Cherronissos Beach.

To see ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Sifnos route builder app.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Mikonos Airport and Santorini Airport. In August, daytime highs in Sifnos are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to catch the ferry to Naxos Town.

Naxos Town tops the itinerary of most visitors exploring the Aegean islands, drawing their attention with taverns, shops, beaches, and ancient ruins.

On the 6th (Sun), take a stroll through Kastro, examine the collection at Theatrical Museum Iakovos Kampanellis, then wander the streets of Old Town, then delve into the distant past at The Temple of Apollo – Portara, and finally stop by Ta Axotica Gift Shop. Here are some ideas for day two: delve into the distant past at Temple of Demeter, then kick back and relax at Mikri Vigla Beach, then stroll through Plaka Beach, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Agios Prokopios Beach.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Naxos Town vacation maker website.

Traveling by ferry from Sifnos to Naxos Town takes 5.5 hours. In August in Naxos Town, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 27°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can catch the ferry to Paros.

Long ignored by tourists because of its reputation as a plain ferry hub, Paros today serves as one of the Aegean's major holiday destinations, luring travelers with its fashionable resort towns and quaint mountain villages.

Paros is known for beaches, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: go for a stroll along the water at Old Port of Naoussa, enjoy the sand and surf at Piso Aliki Beach, stroll through Lageri beach, and steep yourself in history at Marathi Marble Quarries.

To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Paros day trip site.

You can ride a ferry from Naxos Town to Paros in an hour. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can travel to Hermoupolis.

Change things up with a short trip to Agathopes Beach in Poseidonia (about 34 minutes away).

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Hermoupolis trip planner.

Travel from Paros to Hermoupolis in 2.5 hours. In August in Hermoupolis, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Skiathos.

Boasting some of Greece's finest beaches, Skiathos swells with vacationers from colder European countries at the height of the tourist season.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Wed): surround yourself with nature on Sail with a Dolphin, then enjoy the sand and surf at Lalaria Beach, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastero di Panagia Evangelistria. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: kick back and relax at Mandraki Beach, stroll through Koukounaries Beach, and then kick back and relax at Banana Beach.

For maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Skiathos day trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Hermoupolis to Skiathos takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can travel. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Chania Town.

The place where Cretan and Venetian cultures merged in the 13th century, Chania Town attracts throngs of tourists with its well-preserved medieval harbor.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): brush up on your military savvy at Maritime Museum of Crete, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Agia Marina Beach, then kick back and relax at Falassarna Beach, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at German Military Cemetery. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Greek National Football Museum, take in the waterfront activity at Old Venetian Harbor, and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Chania Town trip builder website.

You can fly from Skiathos to Chania Town in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to take a shuttle to Heraklion.

Crete's largest city, Heraklion remains best known for its proximity to a sprawling Bronze Age archaeological site, once the center of a vanished Minoan civilization.

On the 20th (Sun), explore the ancient world of The Palace of Knossos, then meet the residents at CRETAquarium, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Saint Titus, and finally get a new perspective on nature at The Natural History Museum of Crete. Here are some ideas for day two: take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum, contemplate the long history of Castello del Molo (Koules), then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Aegeo Spas.

To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Heraklion online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by shuttle from Chania Town to Heraklion takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. August in Heraklion sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to drive to Elounda.

Long a sleepy fishing settlement on Crete's northern coastline, Elounda today serves as a major travel destination, drawing vacationers with a blend of unspoiled natural scenery and luxury resorts.

Go for a jaunt from Elounda to Ierapetra to see Christina Boat about 56 minutes away. There's lots more to do: step off the mainland to explore Spinalonga (Kalydon), enjoy the sand and surf at Kolokithia Beach, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and don't miss a visit to Sunken City of Olous.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Elounda trip planner.

Getting from Heraklion to Elounda by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. August in Elounda sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 29°C at night.