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Greek Island Hopping: 8-Day Plan You Can Actually Do
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The 8-day version for July: 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.
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8
days
271 km
distance
16.4 h
in transit
30
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- Meltemi winds can delay ferries and peak crowds hit — build slack around sailings.
Day 1 Athens → Mykonos
- Transit
- 4h57
- Finish
- ~17:30
- Temperature
- 23.5°C–24.9°C 💨
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
Day 2 Around Mykonos
- Transit
- 0h12
- Finish
- ~11:50
- Temperature
- 23.5°C–24.9°C 💨
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
09:00
Explore ancient vases and statues from prehistoric to Hellenistic times.
50 min · Mykonos · €5/€3 concession
open: Daily 09:00-16:00, closed Tue
10:00
11:00
Learn about Greek maritime history in a traditional Cycladic building.
50 min · Mykonos
open: Daily 10:00-13:00 and 18:00-21:00
Overnight here
e.g. Elia Mykonos Resort by the Sea · Cova Suites
Day 3 Around Mykonos
- Transit
- 0h24
- Finish
- ~13:00
- Temperature
- 23.5°C–24.9°C 💨
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
09:00
Little Venice search
Marvel at colourful balconies overlooking the sea in this romantic district.
50 min · Mykonos
10:05
Psarou search
Relax on an upmarket beach lined with hotels, apartments, and restaurants.
50 min · Mykonos
11:10
Platys Gialos search
Enjoy a bustling family beach with sandy shores, beach bars, and jet ski rentals.
50 min · Mykonos
12:00
Artisti Prozymi search
Enjoy fresh pastries and reasonably priced meals in a well-situated spot.
60 min · Mykonos
open: 05:00-22:00 daily
Overnight here
e.g. Elia Mykonos Resort by the Sea · Cova Suites
Day 4 Naxos
- Transit
- 2h22
- Finish
- ~15:00
- Temperature
- 23.4°C–26.3°C 💨
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
11:05
12:05
Discover ancient artifacts from sun-drenched Cycladic times.
50 min · Naxos
open: Wed-Mon 9:00 - 15:30
13:10
Stand on sacred ground where fertility cults thrived since 1400 BC.
50 min · Naxos · Full €2, reduced €1
open: Tue-Sun 08:00-15:00
14:00
ΤΑΒΕΡΝΑ Ο ΤΖΩΝΝΗΣ jonny.gr
Enjoy fresh, local flavors in the warm-hearted village of Sagri.
60 min · Naxos
Overnight here
e.g. Elaiolithos Luxury Retreat · Plaka Camping
Day 5 Around Naxos
- Transit
- 1h22
- Finish
- ~13:55
- Temperature
- 23.4°C–26.3°C 💨
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
09:00
10:25
12:05
12:55
Scirocco Cafe & Restaurant scirocco-naxos.gr
Relish generous portions of fresh, family-cooked Greek dishes.
60 min · Naxos
Overnight here
e.g. Elaiolithos Luxury Retreat · Plaka Camping
Day 6 Santorini
- Transit
- 5h47
- Finish
- ~17:25
- Temperature
- 23.9°C–26.6°C
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
14:00
15:15
16:35
Overnight here
Day 7 Around Santorini
- Transit
- 0h35
- Finish
- ~13:10
- Temperature
- 23.9°C–26.6°C
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
09:00
Explore remarkably preserved ancient buildings and artifacts.
50 min · Santorini
open: Daily 08:30-15:30; closed Tuesdays
10:20
Marvel at ancient Cycladic treasures and classical artifacts.
50 min · Santorini · Full €2, reduced €1
open: Tue-Sun 08:00-15:00
11:20
Explore ancient artifacts that reveal Santorini's early history.
50 min · Santorini · . Free entrance on 6 Mar, 18 Apr, 18 May, and the European Heritage Days (last weekend of September)
open: 08:30-15:30 daily, closed Tuesdays
12:10
God's Garden santorini-greek.gr map ↗
Experience above-average dining with a scenic touch.
60 min · Santorini
Overnight here
Day 8 Around Santorini
- Transit
- 0h48
- Finish
- ~14:00
- Temperature
- 23.9°C–26.6°C
- Rainy days
- ~1
- Daylight
- 14.3h
09:00
Ancient Thera odysseus.culture.gr read more
Explore ancient ruins with panoramic island views.
50 min · Santorini · Full: €10, Reduced: €5
open: 08:00-15:30, closed Wednesdays
10:05
11:35
Admire a historic beacon standing tall against the ocean backdrop.
50 min · Santorini · Free
open: 24/7
13:00
To Ouzeri toouzerisantorini.com map ↗
Delight in warm hospitality and a variety of local Greek dishes.
60 min · Santorini
open: 13:00 - 22:00 daily
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