Greece for 7 days

[Anonymous]

Has anyone gone as far as Greece for only 7 days? I'm boycotting the family trip to the mountains this year and looking to travel to Greece on the cheap. Is this too short of a trip? I'm looking to immerse myself in the culture. Thanks!

[Anonymous]

Of course, it is not enough time. But, you can have a great time and learn a lot in seven days. Pick a couple of spots for three days each--maybe Athens and a short island cruise.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Of course, it is not enough time. But, you can have a great time and learn a lot in seven days. Pick a couple of spots for three days each--maybe Athens and a short island cruise.

I agree--Athens plus one island.

[Anonymous]

You can do a short cruise to Poros/Aegina/Hydra. Or fly to somewhere like Santorini or Mykonos. Fabulous. You won't be sorry.

Enjoy every minute.

When are you going?

[Anonymous]

August - of course the most expensive month - but I am now coming to realize that I don't enjoy travelling to the mountains with the in-laws, so why fake it.

[Anonymous]

Agree with Athens and one Island. We did Athens and 2 islands in 10 days for our honeymoon.

[Anonymous]

Was there for 7 days 3 weeks ago. Spent all 7 in Athens and that was my only regret. Put 3-4 in Athens and the rest on an island or somewhere country-side.

That said, Athens in February is MUCH cheaper...

[Anonymous]

I wouldn't stay in Athens too long. The beauty is on the islands. Do the Parthenon, a couple museums and restaurants, Plaka, Monastiraki and you're done.

[Anonymous]

I wouldn't stay in Athens too long. The beauty is on the islands. Do the Parthenon, a couple museums and restaurants, Plaka, Monastiraki and you're done.

agree. Also, I think if you are really into history, etc. that you would enjoy the island of Crete.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

I wouldn't stay in Athens too long. The beauty is on the islands. Do the Parthenon, a couple museums and restaurants, Plaka, Monastiraki and you're done.

agree. Also, I think if you are really into history, etc. that you would enjoy the island of Crete.

Yup. I wouldn't even bother with Athens. Change planes in Athens and go directly to Crete. It is an amazing place.

[Anonymous]

I'd do an island and spend your last 1-2 days in Athens. I enjoyed the historical sites in Athens, but found it much easier to leave the city than any of the islands we visited. Never did Crete, but man, Santorini was amazing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

I wouldn't stay in Athens too long. The beauty is on the islands. Do the Parthenon, a couple museums and restaurants, Plaka, Monastiraki and you're done.

agree. Also, I think if you are really into history, etc. that you would enjoy the island of Crete.

Yup. I wouldn't even bother with Athens. Change planes in Athens and go directly to Crete. It is an amazing place.

Another voter for Crete. Gorgeous.

[Anonymous]

We went to Athens and Monemvassia in a week. That place was amazing.

[Anonymous]

If u go to Crete go to chania, though rethymno is also beautiful. But the water can be rough. I don't know, to visit Greece & not see santorini...that is the most beautiful place on the planet. Just like a postcard.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd do an island and spend your last 1-2 days in Athens. I enjoyed the historical sites in Athens, but found it much easier to leave the city than any of the islands we visited. Never did Crete, but man, Santorini was amazing.

I disagree--do Athens for a day or two first and save the best for last. If you go to Santorini first, you are sure to be disappointed by Athens. And if you aren't a big history buff, maybe skip Athens entirely for more island time.