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Greek Island Hopping — a 5-Day Plan You Can Actually Do
The 5-day version for September: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 5-day plan · 7-day plan · 8-day plan · best time to go.
5
days
350 km
distance
11.7 h
in transit
33
curated stops
Day 1 Athens → Mykonos
🌡 18.2–28.6°C · 🌧 ~3 rain days · ☀ 12.2h light
09:00
Stavros Niarchos Cultural Centremuseums & heritagehistory & sagasbeaches & cliffs
Take in views of the Acropolis and coast from a beautiful terrace.
90 min · Athens · Free
open: 06:00-20:00 (gardens open till 22:00 in summer; National Library open
10:30
Daphni Monasterymuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Appreciate the serene Byzantine mosaics in this restored UNESCO site.
50 min · Athens · Free admission
open: Tu and F 08:00-15:00
11:20
Acropolis of Athensmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Feel the grandeur of ancient Greece beneath iconic columns and temples.
50 min · Athens
17:10
Aegean Maritime Museummuseums & heritagehistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Learn about Greek maritime history in a traditional Cycladic building.
50 min · Mykonos
open: Daily 10:00-13:00 and 18:00-21:00
18:30
Kalua Beach Barbeaches & cliffslocal & traditionalcraft beer & pubs
Enjoy local cuisine by day, and wild dancing by night.
75 min · Mykonos
Overnight: Mykonos
e.g. Greco Philia Hotel Boutique · Mykonos Camping
Day 2 Around Mykonos
🌡 18.2–28.6°C · 🌧 ~3 rain days · ☀ 12.2h light
09:00
Liahistory & sagasbeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubs
Relax on an uncrowded sandy beach with tiny fisherman houses, taverns, and a bar.
50 min · Mykonos
09:50
Agricultural Museummuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Explore traditional agricultural tools showcasing Mykonos' rural heritage.
50 min · Mykonos
open: M-Sa 18:30-21:30
10:40
Super Paradisebeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubs
Feast on beachside restaurants and bars, with loud music and a nude, gay-friendly area.
50 min · Mykonos
11:30
Fteliabeaches & cliffsswimming & baths
Embrace a tranquil beach ideal for windsurfing, though not perfect for swimming or sunbathing.
50 min · Mykonos
12:20
Agios Ioannisbeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubs
Snorkel in calm waters with views of Delos and Rheneia.
50 min · Mykonos
13:10
Little Venicehistory & sagas
Marvel at colourful balconies overlooking the sea in this romantic district.
50 min · Mykonos
14:00
Nikolasbeaches & cliffslocal & traditional
Enjoy hearty Greek dishes in a warm, family-run beach tavern.
60 min · Mykonos
Overnight: Mykonos
e.g. Greco Philia Hotel Boutique · Mykonos Camping
Day 3 Naxos
🌡 18.2–31.5°C · 🌧 ~2 rain days · ☀ 12.2h light
10:10
Vallindras Distillerymuseums & heritagecraft beer & pubs
Savour the history and aroma of famous Citron liqueur in a museum.
50 min · Naxos
11:00
Eggares Olive Press Museummuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Learn the legacy of olive trees and press techniques through engaging exhibits.
50 min · Naxos · Free
open: Apr-Sep: 10:00–18:00
11:50
Museum of Naxos Ancient Townmuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Walk above ancient Mycenaean ruins in a small, evocative museum.
50 min · Naxos · Tu-Su 8:30 - 15:00
12:40
Apollo Temple's entrancehistory & sagas
Behold the grand marble gate, a timeless symbol of Naxos.
50 min · Naxos
13:30
Archaeological Museummuseums & heritage
Discover ancient artifacts from sun-drenched Cycladic times.
50 min · Naxos
open: W-M 9:00 - 15:30
14:20
Folklore Museummuseums & heritage
Browse old photos and artefacts telling Naxos's rich stories.
50 min · Naxos
open: Working hours vary
15:10
ΤΑΒΕΡΝΑ Ο ΤΖΩΝΝΗΣlocal & traditional
Enjoy fresh, local flavors in the warm-hearted village of Sagri.
60 min · Naxos
18:30
Scirocco Cafe & Restaurantlocal & traditional
Relish generous portions of fresh, family-cooked Greek dishes.
75 min · Naxos
Overnight: Naxos
e.g. Iria Beach Art Hotel · Elaiolithos Luxury Retreat
Day 4 Around Naxos
🌡 18.2–31.5°C · 🌧 ~2 rain days · ☀ 12.2h light
09:00
Theatrical museum of Iakovos Kambanelismuseums & heritage
Explore the life and works of the famed poet and playwright.
50 min · Naxos
open: M-Sa 11:00–14:00 and 19:00–22:00
09:50
Temple of Dionysushistory & sagas
Stand on sacred ground where fertility cults thrived since 1400 BC.
50 min · Naxos · Full €2, reduced €1
open: Tu-Su 08:00-15:00
10:40
The Castro (old, walled city) sectionhistory & sagas
Stroll narrow, historic lanes steeped in medieval charm.
50 min · Naxos
11:30
Apiranthos Folk Art Museummuseums & heritage
Step into an 18th-century village home through preserved artefacts.
50 min · Naxos
12:20
Apiranthos Archaeological Museummuseums & heritage
View fascinating findings from island excavations and ancient sites.
50 min · Naxos
13:10
Temple of Sangrihistory & sagas
Stand before an early Ionic temple built entirely of Naxian marble.
50 min · Naxos
14:00
Apolafsilocal & traditional
Indulge in romantic Naxian cuisine with breathtaking evening views.
60 min · Naxos
Overnight: Naxos
e.g. Iria Beach Art Hotel · Elaiolithos Luxury Retreat
Day 5 Santorini → Naxos
🌡 18.9–30.4°C · 🌧 ~3 rain days · ☀ 12.2h light
10:50
Bazeos Towermuseums & heritage
Enjoy cultural events in a beautifully restored 17th-century tower.
50 min · Naxos
11:40
Panagia Drosiani Churchhistory & sagas
Witness exquisite Byzantine art in the island's most important monument.
50 min · Naxos
12:30
Mount Zaslocal & traditional
Feel the ancient myths as you gaze from the peak of Mount Zas.
50 min · Naxos
13:20
Apiranthos Geological Museummuseums & heritage
Examine rare stones, minerals, and fossils from the island.
50 min · Naxos
14:10
Chapel of the Duke of Naxos
Admire ornate capitals and family crests in this Catholic cathedral.
50 min · Naxos
15:00
Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Marvel at intricate marble decorations in a sacred space.
50 min · Naxos