Day 1: Santorini - Start your trip and relax on the beautiful beaches of Santorini. Visit the Red Beach and enjoy the sunset at Oia Village.
Day 2: Naxos - Take a ferry to Naxos and spend your day at Agios Prokopios Beach. Take a walk in the old town and experience authentic Greek cuisine at Yasis.
Day 3: Mykonos - Head to the party island of Mykonos and spend your day at the quiet and scenic Agios Sostis Beach. In the evening, explore Chora's picturesque streets and enjoy a romantic dinner at M-eating.
Day 4: Paros - Take a short ferry to Paros and relax at the serene Golden Beach. Visit the Marble Quarries of Paros to gain insight into the island's history and art of marble carving.
Day 5: Ios - Known for pristine beaches and tranquil atmosphere, head to Manganari Beach to experience the beauty of Ios.
Day 6: Milos - Visit the stunning Sarakiniko Beach with its white rock formations, followed by a trip to the Klima Fishing Village to experience traditional Greek living.
Day 7: Crete - Travel to the largest Greek island and relax at the Balos Lagoon Beach with crystal-clear waters. Explore Chania's old town and enjoy street food at Kouzina e.p.e..
Day 8: Rhodes - Visit the idyllic Tsambika Beach and then travel to the Rhodes old town to experience historic sites like the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights.
Day 9: Corfu - Relax on Palaiokastritsa Beach, and then head to the Cape Drastis viewpoint to witness its panoramic vistas. End the night with dinner at Stamatis Taverna.
Day 10: Zakynthos - End the trip at Zakynthos and visit the Shipwreck Beach one of the most iconic beaches in Greece. Don't miss the Blue Caves, a stunning area with crystal clear waters and picturesque landscape.
Time and Costs Estimates
Santorini (2 days, €300)
Naxos (1 day, €100)
Mykonos (1 day, €150)
Paros (1 day, €100)
Ios (1 day, €100)
Milos (1 day, €120)
Crete (1 day, €150)
Rhodes (1 day, €130)
Corfu (1 day, €140)
Zakynthos (1 day, €120)
Total Estimated Costs (10 days, €1,320)
Transportation
Travelers have to consider the cost of the ferry and flight to go to each island. The ferry route is the most convenient way to travel between islands. However, a flight might be necessary to reach specific destinations quickly. The approximate travel time of each route by ferry ranges from 30 minutes to 5 hours, depending on the destination. Prices per ferry route range from €20 to €80.
Useful Tips
If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the island of Hydra, where cars are prohibited. If you have less time, consider removing either Crete or Rhodes.
Airports
The main airport in Greece is Athens International Airport (ATH), which services flights from major cities around the world. Other airports located near the islands of the itinerary are:
Aktio Airport (PVK) in Preveza, which is approximately 18 km from Naxos Island.
Mykonos Island National Airport (JMK) is about 2.5 km from Mykonos island.
Paros National Airport (PAS) is located in Parikia, which is approximately 8 km from Paros Island.
Santorini (Thira) National Airport (JTR) is around 6 km from Santorini Island.