11 days in Athens & Santorini Itinerary

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

Athens is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Athens, don't miss a visit to Erechtheion, contemplate the long history of Ancient Agora of Athens, and take an in-depth tour of Acropolis Museum.

To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Athens day trip tool.

Ottawa, Canada to Athens is an approximately 15-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Ottawa to Athens due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Ottawa in April: highs in Athens hover around 24°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Fira.

Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.

Step out of Fira to go to Akrotiri and see Experience Horse Riding, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Akrotiri, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Ekklisia Panagia Platsani, learn about winemaking at Boutari Winery, and contemplate the waterfront views at Amoudi Bay.

For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Fira trip planner.

You can fly from Athens to Fira in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in April, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.