9-Day Greece Itinerary: Ancient Wonders & Island Luxury
📍 Days 1–2: Athens – Arrival & Historical Exploration
Day 1: Arrival in Athens • ✈️ Arrival at Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos).
• 🚖 Private transfer to your hotel.
• 🏨 Check-in and settle in.
• 🌆 Evening stroll in Plaka, Athens’ most picturesque and oldest neighborhood, nestled beneath the Acropolis. Cobbled streets, neoclassical buildings, and artisan shops await.
• 🍽️ Dinner at a traditional taverna, such as “Kuzina” or “Taverna Tou Psirri,” to sample local favorites like moussaka, saganaki, and baklava.
Day 2: The Glories of Ancient Athens
• 🏛️ Guided morning tour of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and the Theater of Dionysus. Learn about Athens’ golden age and its mythological roots.
• 🖼️ Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to exquisite marble sculptures and interactive exhibits.
• 🏺 Walk through the Ancient Agora, once the heart of Athenian democracy.
• 🛍️ Explore Monastiraki Square, known for its flea markets, rooftop bars, and street food.
• 🖼️ Optional: Visit the National Archaeological Museum, housing Greece’s greatest collection of classical antiquities.
🏝️ Days 3–7: Corfu – Ionian Island Escape
Day 3: From Capital to Island
• ✈️ Short domestic flight to Corfu (approx. 1 hr).
• 🚐 Private transfer to your hotel or resort.
• 🏨 Check-in and unwind.
• 🌅 Evening leisure: Enjoy your resort’s facilities, or take a sunset walk on the beach.
Days 4–7: Island Discovery & Relaxation
Day 4: Relax & Recharge • 🏖️ Spend the day unwinding by the beach or pool.
• 💆 Optional spa treatment at your resort’s wellness center.
• 🌅 Take a sunset walk on the sand or enjoy cocktails at a seaside bar.
Day 5: Corfu Old Town & Empress Sisi’s Retreat
• 🏰 Explore Corfu Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – stroll through narrow Venetian alleyways, pastel buildings, and lively squares.
• 🏛️ Visit the Achilleion Palace, a neoclassical marvel built by Empress Elisabeth of Austria. Admire the panoramic views and mythological statues.
• 📸 Walk along the Liston Promenade, inspired by Rue de Rivoli in Paris.
• 🍷 Enjoy a Corfiot dinner in the heart of town – try sofrito or pastitsada paired with local wine.
Day 6: Paleokastritsa & the Ionian Coast
• 🐠 Swim in the turquoise waters of Paleokastritsa Beach.
• 🚤 Boat trip to sea caves, hidden beaches, and rock formations.
• 🏞️ Visit the Paleokastritsa Monastery, perched on a cliff with serene views of the Ionian Sea.
Day 7: Inland Adventure or Coastal Escape
Choose your pace:
• 🚴 Go on a guided biking or hiking tour through traditional villages, olive groves, and rolling hills.
• 🍇 Visit Corfiot countryside estates for olive oil and wine tastings.
• 🛥️ Take an optional boat cruise, with stops at secluded beaches and coves, ideal for snorkeling and relaxation.
📍 Day 8: Return to Athens – City Farewell
• ✈️ Morning flight back to Athens.
• 🏨 Check in to your hotel and enjoy final views of the Acropolis.
• 🍽️ Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant, such as Dionysos Zonar’s or GB Roof Garden – perfect for reminiscing under the stars.
📍 Day 9: Departure
• 🚖 Private transfer to Athens Airport.
• ✈️ Depart with a heart full of memories and a camera full of sunsets.
Day 1: Arrival in Athens • ✈️ Arrival at Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos).
• 🚖 Private transfer to your hotel.
• 🏨 Check-in and settle in.
• 🌆 Evening stroll in Plaka, Athens’ most picturesque and oldest neighborhood, nestled beneath the Acropolis. Cobbled streets, neoclassical buildings, and artisan shops await.
• 🍽️ Dinner at a traditional taverna, such as “Kuzina” or “Taverna Tou Psirri,” to sample local favorites like moussaka, saganaki, and baklava.
Day 2: The Glories of Ancient Athens
• 🏛️ Guided morning tour of the Acropolis, including the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and the Theater of Dionysus. Learn about Athens’ golden age and its mythological roots.
• 🖼️ Visit the Acropolis Museum, home to exquisite marble sculptures and interactive exhibits.
• 🏺 Walk through the Ancient Agora, once the heart of Athenian democracy.
• 🛍️ Explore Monastiraki Square, known for its flea markets, rooftop bars, and street food.
• 🖼️ Optional: Visit the National Archaeological Museum, housing Greece’s greatest collection of classical antiquities.
🏝️ Days 3–7: Corfu – Ionian Island Escape
Day 3: From Capital to Island
• ✈️ Short domestic flight to Corfu (approx. 1 hr).
• 🚐 Private transfer to your hotel or resort.
• 🏨 Check-in and unwind.
• 🌅 Evening leisure: Enjoy your resort’s facilities, or take a sunset walk on the beach.
Days 4–7: Island Discovery & Relaxation
Day 4: Relax & Recharge • 🏖️ Spend the day unwinding by the beach or pool.
• 💆 Optional spa treatment at your resort’s wellness center.
• 🌅 Take a sunset walk on the sand or enjoy cocktails at a seaside bar.
Day 5: Corfu Old Town & Empress Sisi’s Retreat
• 🏰 Explore Corfu Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – stroll through narrow Venetian alleyways, pastel buildings, and lively squares.
• 🏛️ Visit the Achilleion Palace, a neoclassical marvel built by Empress Elisabeth of Austria. Admire the panoramic views and mythological statues.
• 📸 Walk along the Liston Promenade, inspired by Rue de Rivoli in Paris.
• 🍷 Enjoy a Corfiot dinner in the heart of town – try sofrito or pastitsada paired with local wine.
Day 6: Paleokastritsa & the Ionian Coast
• 🐠 Swim in the turquoise waters of Paleokastritsa Beach.
• 🚤 Boat trip to sea caves, hidden beaches, and rock formations.
• 🏞️ Visit the Paleokastritsa Monastery, perched on a cliff with serene views of the Ionian Sea.
Day 7: Inland Adventure or Coastal Escape
Choose your pace:
• 🚴 Go on a guided biking or hiking tour through traditional villages, olive groves, and rolling hills.
• 🍇 Visit Corfiot countryside estates for olive oil and wine tastings.
• 🛥️ Take an optional boat cruise, with stops at secluded beaches and coves, ideal for snorkeling and relaxation.
📍 Day 8: Return to Athens – City Farewell
• ✈️ Morning flight back to Athens.
• 🏨 Check in to your hotel and enjoy final views of the Acropolis.
• 🍽️ Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant, such as Dionysos Zonar’s or GB Roof Garden – perfect for reminiscing under the stars.
📍 Day 9: Departure
• 🚖 Private transfer to Athens Airport.
• ✈️ Depart with a heart full of memories and a camera full of sunsets.