18 days in Greece Itinerary

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

You'll get in some beach time at Ornos Beach and Aeolis Aghios Georgios Beach. Museum-lovers will get to explore Fish & Olive and Aegean Maritime Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Naxos Town: Rarity Gallery (in Mykonos Town) and EL- EcoArt (in Halki). There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Naos tou Apollona - Portara, take a stroll through Kastro, contemplate the long history of Old Town, and see the interesting displays at Theatrical Museum Iakovos Kampanellis.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Naxos Town online trip maker.

Turku, Finland to Naxos Town is an approximately 45-hour car ride. When traveling from Turku in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Naxos Town, with highs around 34°C, while nights are warmer with lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can travel to Kanaki.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Wed): stroll through Moutsouna Beach, then pause for some serene contemplation at Panagia Aperathitissa, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Fotodotis.

To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Kanaki trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Naxos Town to Kanaki takes 1.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Kanaki are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. On the 30th (Thu), you'll travel 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.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Fri): contemplate the long history of Parikia Town, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Panagia Ekatondapiliani, then take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum Parou, and finally kick back and relax at Kolymbithres Beach.

To find reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Paros trip planner.

Traveling by car from Kanaki to Paros takes 3.5 hours. July in Paros sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to travel to Athens.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Acropolis Museum and National Archaeological Museum. Visit Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Olympian Zeus for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Donkeysland (in Koropi), ARCHELON Τhe Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece (in Glyfada) and Kantia Beach (in Kantia). Spend the 7th (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: visit Plaka, explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Legrena Beach, and explore the ancient world of Ancient Agora of Athens.

For reviews and more tourist information, refer to the Athens road trip planner.

Fly from Paros to Athens in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or ride a ferry. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Paros in August: highs in Athens hover around 39°C, while lows dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel back home.