43 days in Greece Itinerary

The result of thousands of years of volcanic activity, the island of Milos features a craggy coastline interspersed by shallow beaches.

Visiting Kleftiko Beach and Paliochori Beach will get you outdoors. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Sarakiniko Beach and Tsigrado Beach. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Agios Haralambos, enjoy the sand and surf at Firiplaka Beach, and stop by Vanilla.

To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Milos trip maker tool.

Cairo, Egypt to Milos is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. While traveling from Cairo, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Milos, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to catch the ferry to Fira.

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

Get outdoors at Perivolos and Ekklisia Theoskepasti hiking trail. Museum-lovers will appreciate Museum of Prehistoric Thira and Ernesto Workshop & Gallery. There's lots more to do: explore the striking landscape at Skaros Rock, view the masterpieces at Tzamia - Krystalla Art Gallery Santorini, contemplate the geological forces at Santorini Volcano, and browse the exhibits of S.M.A.G Spira Marble Art Gallery.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Fira day trip tool.

You can ride a ferry from Milos to Fira in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In November, daytime highs in Fira are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Naxos.

Zeus, the master of all gods from Greek mythology, allegedly grew up in a cave on Naxos, a small but fertile island in the South Aegean Sea.

Take a break from the city and head to Mikri Vigla Beach and Alyko Dimou Naxou. Explore hidden gems such as Agios Prokopios Beach and Eggares Olive Press Museum. There's lots more to do: stroll through Plaka Beach, kick back and relax at Agia Anna Beach, stop by Naxia Sweet Home, and steep yourself in history at Old Town.

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You can ride a ferry from Fira to Naxos in 3.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of flight and taxi. In November, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Paradise Beach.

Sun-drenched Paradise Beach remains largely responsible for Mykonos' nickname, the "Ibiza of Greece." Considered one of the island's major attractions, the beach draws a young crowd of hedonists with its bars and clubs, serving cold drinks and a party atmosphere.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): tour the pleasant surroundings at Super Paradise Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Elia Beach, and then don't miss a visit to The Windmills (Kato Milli). Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy the sand and surf at Platis Gialos Beach, stroll through Ornos Beach, and then don't miss a visit to Matoyianni Street.

To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Paradise Beach travel route planner.

Do a combination of ferry and taxi from Naxos to Paradise Beach in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in November, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can travel to Skiathos.

Boasting some of Greece's finest beaches, Skiathos swells with vacationers from colder European countries at the height of the tourist season.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Arkos and Lalaria Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Elia Beach and Maratha Beach. Step out of Skiathos with an excursion to Agios Ioannis Beach in Skopelos--about 1h 20 min away. There's much more to do: take in the exciting artwork at The Blue House Art Gallery, tour the pleasant surroundings at Koukounaries Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Agios Nikolaos Church and Clock Tower, and kick back and relax at Mandraki Beach.

To find other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Skiathos tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Paradise Beach to Skiathos takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. In November in Skiathos, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) to allow time to travel 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Paralia Agios Georgios and Barbati Beach. Step out of the city life by going to La Grotta Beach and Alikes Lefkimis. Venture out of the city with trips to Sidari (Canal D'Amour & Sidari Beach) and Mavroudis Family Museum and Modern Olive Oil Press (in Vraganiotika). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Banknote Museum of the Ionian Bank, stop by Corfu Old Town, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Ioannis the Precursor, and stop by Mezzo Mezzo.

For traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Corfu Town day trip app.

You can fly from Skiathos to Corfu Town in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. Traveling from Skiathos in November, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Corfu Town, with lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Lefkada.

Connected to mainland Greece by a long causeway and floating bridge, Lefkada represents more than just an island paradise of modern seaside resorts and pristine Ionian beaches.

Visit Egremni Beach and Porto Katsiki for some beach relaxation. Step out of the city life by going to Milos Beach and Nydri Waterfalls. And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Folklore Museum Karia, enjoy the sand and surf at Kathisma Beach, choose your vessel at Sivota Boat Rentals, and learn about winemaking at Lefkas Earth Winery.

For where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Lefkada day trip website.

Traveling by combination of flight and taxi from Corfu Town to Lefkada takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi. November in Lefkada sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Lixouri.

Once serving as a favorite summer retreat for the children of the royal family, Lixouri today attracts crowds of holidaymakers to its narrow, paved streets, busy waterfront, and lovely central square surrounded by old-fashioned cafes.

Visit Petani Beach and Myrtos Beach for some beach relaxation. Museum-lovers will get to explore Corgialenios Istoriko kai Laografiko Mouseio and Divino Wines and Vinegar. Get out of town with these interesting Lixouri side-trips: Antisamos Beach (in Sami) and Lassi (Platis Gialos Beach & Makris Gialos Beach).

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read Lixouri online trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Lefkada to Lixouri in 4 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Lixouri can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can travel to Vasilikos.

Home to just a few hundred year-round residents, Vasilikos draws thousands of daily visitors with its beaches and restaurants during peak tourist season.

Let the collections at Aristeon Ecological Olive Press and Giatras Museum-Dionysios Art Gallery capture your imagination. Visit Xigia Beach and Laganas Beach for some beach relaxation. Go for a jaunt from Vasilikos to Tsilivi (Planos) to see Speed Boats Tours about 34 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: enjoy the sand and surf at Porto Limnionas, stroll through Porto Zoro Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Agios Dionisios Church, and look for gifts at Spinspot Ceramics & Pottery.

For more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Vasilikos trip app.

Getting from Lixouri to Vasilikos by journey takes about 5 hours. In November in Vasilikos, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel to Plakias.

Take a break from the city and head to Skinaria Beach and Matala beach. Museum-lovers will appreciate War Museum Askifou and Folk Museum of Spili. Get out of town with these interesting Plakias side-trips: Agia Marina Donkey Rescue Sanctuary (in Mires), Frangokastello Beach (in Frangokastello) and Kurtes (in Zaros).

To find out how to plan a trip to Plakias, use our trip itinerary maker.

Fly from Vasilikos to Plakias in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, bus, and ferry. December in Plakias sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Chania Town.

The place where Cretan and Venetian cultures merged in the 13th century, Chania Town attracts throngs of tourists with its well-preserved medieval harbor.

Step off the beaten path and head to Agii Apostoli Beach and Archaeological Museum of Chania. You'll get in some beach time at Seitan Limania Beach and Sfinari Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Chania Town side-trips: Historical and Folklore Museum of Therisos (in Theriso) and Falassarna Beach (in Falassarna). There's lots more to do: go for a walk through Sosorides Beach, take a memorable tour with Tours, kick back and relax at Agia Marina Beach, and stop by Mitos Objects of Art.

To find reviews, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Chania Town online vacation maker.

You can drive from Plakias to Chania Town in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. In December, daytime highs in Chania Town are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Lindos.

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

Appreciate the collections at Art Park Rhodes and Archaeological Museum of Rhodes (Hospital of the Knights). Step off the beaten path and head to Prasonisi Beach and Agathi Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Lindos side-trips: Ebonas Winecellar (in Embonas), Kounaki Wines (in Ebonas) and Afandou Beach (in Afandou). On the 16th (Sun), enjoy a perfect day by the water at Faliraki Beach. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Monastery Tsambika, enjoy the sand and surf at Lindos Beach, and stroll through Tsambika Beach.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Lindos trip itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Chania Town to Lindos in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of shuttle, ferry, and bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in December, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.