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4 week itinerary – This Northern Greece Carnival itinerary covers Florina, Edessa, Thessaloniki and Sochos by bus and train. Experience authentic Greek carnival traditions including the extraordinary Koudounophoroi bell-wearers of Sochos, Edessa’s spectacular waterfalls, Naoussa’s Genitsaroi carnival, and the thermal springs of Loutra Pozar. Best time: February-March. No car rental needed.
6.5 week itinerary – Corfu Diapontia Islands itinerary covering Erikoussa, Othonoi, Mathraki, Ioannina and Paxos. 45 days by ferry and bus. No car needed. Budget breakdown.
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If you’re planning a trip to the Cyclades and want to go beyond the typical Santorini experience, this Santorini, Thirassia, Anafi itinerary shows you exactly how to do it. You’ll discover how to pair Santorini’s iconic highlights with two quieter islands—Thirassia and Anafi—using easy local ferries, no car hire, and simple logistics. Expect practical tips, timing suggestions, and firsthand insights from my own journey, plus links to detailed daily diaries for deeper research.
6 week itinerary – This Northern Aegean and Thrace itinerary covers Evia, Lemnos, Agios Efstratios, Kavala, Xanthi, Samothrace and Alexandroupolis by ferry, bus and domestic flight. Experience Greece’s most remote inhabited island, the Sanctuary of the Great Gods, Thrace’s Ottoman heritage, and the wild landscapes of the northeast. Best time: September-October. No cars were hired during the making of this trip!
2 Week Itinerary – Explore the Dodecanese on a two-week island-hopping route that takes you from bustling Kos to tiny, peaceful Pserimos. This itinerary links Kos, Lipsi, Kalymnos and Telendos, finishing on Pserimos — all connected by easy local ferries. Expect a mix of relaxed beaches, traditional harbour towns, dramatic landscapes and genuine island life. No car needed: these islands are best explored on foot, by bike, or from the deck of a small boat.
6 Week Itinerary – This 6-week Northern Aegean itinerary covers Athens, Chios, Oinousses, Psara, and Lesvos by ferry and public transport. Best time: May-October. Highlights: Chios mastic villages, Oinousses shipowner heritage, remote Psara, Lesvos ouzo distilleries. No car rental needed.
18-day itinerary – sland hopping adventure through the Lesser Cyclades—Naxos, Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonissi and Amorgos—plus Santorini. Discover islands where the legendary Express Skopelitis ferry is a lifeline, sunrises paint the Aegean gold, and fava beans have their own festival. This route explores Greece’s best-kept secrets: tiny islands with golden beaches, hilltop Choras, and authentic Greek hospitality. Best time: May-June or September. Note: This trip took place in June-July 2015; prices and some services may have changed.
7 day stay in Sivota on Greece’s Epirus coast, with a day trip to the extraordinary monasteries of Meteora. Discover hidden Ionian beaches, climb to clifftop villages, and stand beneath rock pillars that have inspired pilgrims for centuries. This trip proves that mainland Greece rivals any island—with dramatic landscapes, authentic tavernas, and far fewer crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October.
2 week itinerary. A Western Cyclades island hopping itinerary covering Kea, Kythnos, Serifos and Sifnos by ferry from Lavrio. Discover the ancient Lion of Kea, explore underground caves on Kythnos, climb to one of the Cyclades’ prettiest hilltop Choras on Serifos, and fall in love with Sifnos—an island that earns its place in anyone’s top five. These are the real Cyclades: quieter, more authentic, and blissfully free of cruise ship crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October.
2-week Cyclades itinerary – island hopping trip covering Antiparos, Paros, Folegandros, Milos and Athens by ferry. Discover ancient caves, dramatic hilltop Choras, lunar landscapes, and the treasures of the Acropolis. This route combines lesser-known gems with iconic destinations—perfect for travellers seeking authentic Greece without the Santorini crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October. Note: This trip took place in June 2013; prices and some services may have changed.