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Athens
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Corfu Town, Corfu
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Mykonos Town, Mykonos
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Fira, Santorini
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Heraklion, Crete
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Athens
— 3 nights
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The Birthplace of Democracy
One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.Head to Ermou Street and Artpoint Storefor some retail therapy. Let the collections at Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum capture your imagination. Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, make a trip to Erechtheion, wander the streets of Plaka, and enjoy the sand and surf at Legrena Beach.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Athens travel route planner.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Athens is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. Traveling from Dubai to Athens, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Dubai in October, with highs in Athens at 28°C and lows at 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Corfu Town.
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Corfu Town, Corfu
— 2 nights
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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.Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): view the masterpieces at Tsami Ceramics, take a stroll through Corfu Old Town, then look for gifts at Sweet 'N Spicy Bahar Shop, and finally view the masterpieces at Corfu Gallery. On your second day here, explore the ancient world of Old Fortress Corfu and then contemplate the long history of Achilleion Museum.
To find ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, use the Corfu Town tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Athens to Corfu Town takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Corfu Town are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Mykonos Town.
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Mykonos Town, Mykonos
— 1 night
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Chora Mykonos
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.On the 17th (Sat), look for gifts at Triciclo Art Shop Mykonos, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Paraportiani Church, and then examine the collection at Aegean Maritime Museum.
To see where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read Mykonos Town route maker site.
Traveling by flight from Corfu Town to Mykonos Town takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in October, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to catch the ferry to Fira.
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Fira, Santorini
— 4 nights
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Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.Get some cultural insight at Akrotiri and Santorini Tours. We've included these beaches for you: Red Beach and Kamari Beach. And it doesn't end there: get a dose of the wild on Santorini Sailing, view the masterpieces at Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop, hike along Ekklisia Theoskepasti hiking trail, and see the interesting displays at Museum of Prehistoric Thira.
To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read Fira trip app.
Ride a ferry from Mykonos Town to Fira in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in October, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can catch the ferry to Heraklion.
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Heraklion, Crete
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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 22nd (Thu), browse the fresh offerings at Vassiliki's Herb Broidery, take an in-depth tour of Historical Museum of Crete, and then take an in-depth tour of Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Titus, then get a new perspective on nature at The Natural History Museum of Crete, and then kick back and relax at Agia Pelagia Beach.
To find ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Heraklion online trip builder.
You can ride a ferry from Fira to Heraklion in 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in October, and nighttime lows around 20°C. On the 24th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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Greece travel guide
Few places manage to capture the world's imagination quite like Greece, a land of sun-kissed coastlines, tranquil whitewashed villages, lively seaside towns, and well-preserved ancient sites. One of the world's top tourist destinations since ancient times, the country draws nearly 20 million visitors each year. Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization, continues to attract the biggest crowds and serves as a base for exploring the country and its 227 inhabited islands. Away from its cities, Greece features a picturesque countryside of olive groves, vineyards, and tiny settlements nestled against rolling hills and rugged mountain ranges. Explore the old mainland on foot and discover the islands on a guided boat or ferry tour.
