23 days in Greece Itinerary

A city with a stormy history and a cosmopolitan heart, Thessaloniki attracts visitors with its diverse culinary scene, dynamic nightlife, and youthful energy.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Museum of Byzantine Culture, make a trip to White Tower of Thessaloniki, stop by Monastic, then pause for some serene contemplation at Hagios Demetrios, and finally appreciate the history behind Arch of Galerius. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum, steep yourself in history at Osios David (The Latomou Monastery), take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then don't miss a visit to Aristotelous Square, and finally steep yourself in history at Church of St.Sophia.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Thessaloniki holiday planning tool.

Barcelona, Spain to Thessaloniki is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Traveling from Barcelona in March, Thessaloniki is a bit cooler at night with lows of 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can fly to Heraklion.

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.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Mon): look for gifts at Leather Creations, get engrossed in the history at Heraklion Archaeological Museum, then get curious at Kotsanas Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Titus, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. On the 7th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get engrossed in the history at Historical Museum of Crete, explore the world behind art at Kazantzakis Museum, then explore the ancient world of The Palace of Knossos, and finally ponder the design of Bembo Fountain.

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Heraklion driving holiday tool.

Traveling by flight from Thessaloniki to Heraklion takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Thessaloniki in March, Heraklion is a bit warmer at night with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Athens.

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

Athens is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, take a stroll through Plaka, and make a trip to Ancient Agora of Athens.

To find traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Athens day trip planner.

Fly from Heraklion to Athens in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or ride a ferry. March in Athens sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel to Hydra.

Hydra is one of the Saronic Islands of Greece, located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic Gulf and the Argolic Gulf. On the 12th (Sun), take an in-depth tour of Historical Archive - Museum of Hydra, tour the pleasant surroundings at Harriets Hydra Horses, then indulge in some personalized pampering at Armonia Wellness Center, and finally look for gifts at Marialena Maramenou. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some photo ops at Andrea Miaoulis Monument, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Komiseos Theotokou Monastery, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Agios Konstantinos (Church of St. Constantine), and finally make a trip to Profitis Ilias Monastery Hydra.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Hydra trip site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Athens to Hydra. March in Hydra sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Nafplio.

Nafplio, a city famed for its narrow lanes and elegant architecture, provides a comfortable base for exploring the many surrounding ancient sites.

Nafplio is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Archaeological Site Mycenae, look for gifts at T'Anapliotiko Bakaliko, get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Museum of Nauplion, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of Agios Spyridonas.

To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Nafplio road trip tool.

Explore your travel options from Hydra to Nafplio with the Route module. Traveling from Hydra in March, expect Nafplio to be little chillier, temps between 16°C and 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Kardamili.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter Church, then steep yourself in history at Archaeological site of Mystra, and then explore the ancient world of Ancient Messini. Keep things going the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Agia Sophia, cast your line with Mani Cruises, then take in the dramatic natural features at Vyros Gorge, and finally look for gifts at The Bead Shop Kardamyli.

For more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Kardamili journey builder website.

Getting from Nafplio to Kardamili by car takes about 2.5 hours. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Nafplio in March; daily highs in Kardamili reach 20°C and lows reach 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to drive to Olympia.

Inhabited since prehistoric times, Olympia remains best known as the site of the original Olympic Games, held there for the first time in 776 BCE. Inscribed on the World Heritage List, the remains of Olympia's sanctuary allow visitors to admire the timeless mastery of ancient Greek builders.

On the 19th (Sun), take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of Olympia, appreciate the history behind Hermes by Praxiteles, and then admire the sheer force of Nemouta Waterfalls. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Museum of the History of the Olympic Games of Antiquity, then learn about winemaking at Olympia Land Winery, then experience rural life at Klio's Honey Farm, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Euphoria Spa.

For reviews, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read Olympia sightseeing planning website.

Drive from Kardamili to Olympia in 3 hours. In March in Olympia, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 8°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can go by car to Delphi.

Ancient Greeks revered Delphi as the center of their universe, building an impressive sanctuary to Apollo in order to mark this sacred spot.

On the 21st (Tue), delve into the distant past at Treasury of the Athenians, delve into the distant past at Temple of Apollo In Delphi, then steep yourself in history at Delphi, and finally delve into the distant past at The Tholos of Delphi. Keep things going the next day: take an in-depth tour of Delphi Archaeological Museum, then relax in the rural setting at MoKa Honey, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Byzantine Church of Agia Eleousa (Panagia Mavromantila).

For reviews, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Delphi travel route app.

You can drive from Olympia to Delphi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Kalambaka.

The gateway to one of the largest monastery complexes in Greece, the small town of Kalambaka nestles against a landscape of imposing rock formations rising 400 m (1,300 ft) into the air.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Roussanou Monastery, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Meteora, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Iera Moni Agiou Stefanou.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read our Kalambaka trip planning tool.

You can drive from Delphi to Kalambaka in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Delphi in March, you will find days in Kalambaka are a bit cooler (15°C), and nights are about the same (3°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Soul Touch - THE Massage Therapist in Kassiopi (about 54 minutes away). There's much more to do: indulge your senses at SI Gastronome, take an in-depth tour of Archaeological Museum of Corfu, appreciate the history behind Kostas Georgakis Monument, and admire the landmark architecture of Corfu Museum of Asian Art.

To see reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Corfu Town trip builder tool.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Kalambaka to Corfu Town in 5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Kalambaka in March; daily highs in Corfu Town reach 20°C and lows reach 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can fly back home.