59 days in Florence, Greece & Barcelona Itinerary

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Pitti Palace. Your inner history buff will appreciate Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and The Baptistery of St. John. Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: San Gimignano (Torre Grossa, Guardastelle Vineyard, &more), Siena (San Francesco, Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, &more) and Fattoria Casa Sola (in Barberino Val d'Elsa). There's still lots to do: take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce, do a tasting at Castello del Trebbio, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo.

For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read Florence trip itinerary maker site.

Durham, USA to Florence is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is 6 hours. In September in Florence, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 59°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Lindos.

A medieval settlement on the island of Rhodes, Lindos provides a mix of ancient history and modern attractions.

Village of Lindos and Ancient Kamiros are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of the city life by going to Lindos Beach and Haraki Beach. The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Lindos and pause for some serene contemplation at Monastery Tsambika.

To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Lindos tour app.

Getting from Florence to Lindos by combination of flight and bus takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Florence to Lindos due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Florence in September, Lindos is a bit warmer at night with lows of 73°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can travel 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 13th (Wed), learn more about the world around you at The Natural History Museum of Crete, then take an in-depth tour of Historical Museum of Crete, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Aegeo Spas. On the next day, take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum, then delve into the distant past at The Palace of Knossos, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Saint Titus.

To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Heraklion travel itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Lindos to Heraklion in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 82°F in September, and nighttime lows around 69°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Akrotiri and Ancient Thera are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Visiting Kamari Beach and Ekklisia Theoskepasti hiking trail will get you outdoors. And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Red Beach, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take in the exciting artwork at Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop, and take in the dramatic natural features at Skaros Rock.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Fira trip website.

Ride a ferry from Heraklion to Fira in 2.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 82°F, and evening lows to 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Mykonos Town.

A holiday in Mykonos Town offers a chance to relax on picturesque beaches and explore a labyrinth of charming streets lined with traditional white houses.

Relax by the water at Paradise Beach and Elia Beach. Little Venice and Archaeological Museum of Delos are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Explore Mykonos Town's surroundings by going to Delos (Archaeological Site of Delos & Mount Kynthos). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Panormos Beach, stroll through Paralia Kalafati, and discover the deep blue sea with GoDive Mykonos PADI Diving Resort.

For more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Mykonos Town trip itinerary maker tool.

Ride a ferry from Fira to Mykonos Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In September in Mykonos Town, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 69°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) early enough to fly to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Visit Acropolis of Athens and Archaeological Site Mycenae for their historical value. Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Step out of Athens to go to Mycenae and see Lion Gate, which is approximately 1h 30 min away. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Plaka, stop by Monastiraki, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Lycabettus, and admire the masterpieces at Benaki Museum.

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Traveling by flight from Mykonos Town to Athens takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in September, and nighttime lows around 69°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to fly to Lassi.

Appreciate the collections at Divino Wines and Vinegar and Roman Villa of Skala. Get outdoors at Makris Gialos Beach and Skala Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Kanali Beach (in Lourdata), Fteri Beach (in Zola) and Mounda Beach (in Katelios).

For maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Lassi day trip planning app.

Getting from Athens to Lassi by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. October in Lassi sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 61°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to travel to Agios Nikitas.

Agios Nikitas is a village on the island of Lefkada, Greece, part of the municipal unit of Lefkada . Relax by the water at Milos Beach and Kathisma Beach. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wine Tours & Tastings and Folklore Museum Karia. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Agios Nikitas Beach, take in the views from Wooden Bridge, enjoy the sand and surf at Avali Beach, and do a tasting at Lefkas Earth Winery.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Agios Nikitas holiday planner.

Getting from Lassi to Agios Nikitas by combination of car and ferry takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Agios Nikitas can reach 74°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Corfu Town.

Often called "Kastropolis" because of its majestic Venetian castle, Corfu Town once featured such extensive fortifications that a force of over 20,000 soldiers defended them.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Old Fortress Corfu and Monastery Panagia of Tenedos. You'll explore and learn at Corfu Museum of Asian Art and Casa Parlante. Explore Corfu Town's surroundings by going to Paleokastritsa (Rovinia Beach, La Grotta Beach, &more), Yali Beach (in Giannades) and Mavroudis Family Museum and Modern Olive Oil Press (in Vraganiotika). And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Mon Repos Palace, see the interesting displays at Achilleion Museum, kick back and relax at Marathias Beach, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Saint Ioannis the Precursor.

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Getting from Agios Nikitas to Corfu Town by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In October, daytime highs in Corfu Town are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Kassiopi.

Kassiopi is a village, and a resort on the affluent north east coast of Corfu. Visiting Avlaki Beach and St. Spyridon First Beach will get you outdoors. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Canal D'Amour and Agios Georgios Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kassiopi: Paralia Sidari (in Sidari), Loggas Beach (in Peroulades) and Angel's Horses (in Roda). Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Kanoni Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Roda Beach, explore the historical opulence of Kassiopi Castle, and stop by Hippopots.

To see ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Kassiopi trip builder website.

Traveling by car from Corfu Town to Kassiopi takes 1.5 hours. In October in Kassiopi, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 59°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Get some cultural insight at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas. Your inner history buff will appreciate Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) and Vila Vella (Old Town). Venture out of the city with trips to Lloret de Mar (Platja de Canyelles, Fenals Beach, &more) and Museu Municipal de Tossa de Mar (in Tossa de Mar). There's much more to do: admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, make a trip to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, stroll around Parc Guell, and get to know the fascinating history of Carrer de Montcada.

To see maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Barcelona trip maker site.

Explore your travel options from Kassiopi to Barcelona with the Route module. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Kassiopi to Barcelona due to the time zone difference. In October, plan for daily highs up to 73°F, and evening lows to 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for the flight back home.