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.

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.

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

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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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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...

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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!