6 days in Greece Itinerary

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

Your list of things to see and do now includes Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and other attractions.

To see maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Athens tour app .

Budapest, Hungary to Athens is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Budapest to Athens due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Budapest in September, with highs in Athens at 34°C and lows at 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can drive to Nafplio.

Nafplio, a city famed for its narrow lanes and elegant architecture, provides a comfortable base for exploring the many surrounding ancient sites.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes The Great Theatre of Epidaurus as well as Fortress Palamidi.

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Drive from Athens to Nafplio in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Nafplio when traveling from Athens in September, with lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Monemvasia.

Monemvasia is a town and a municipality in Laconia, Greece. On the 19th (Thu), get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Collection of Monemvasia and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Christ in Chains (Christos Elkomenos).

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Getting from Nafplio to Monemvasia by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. On the 20th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Diros.

Spilaio Glyfada has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): explore the fascinating underground world of Spilaio Glyfada.

For maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Diros trip planner.

You can drive from Monemvasia to Diros in 2 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Diros can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. You will have some time to spend on the 20th (Fri) before leaving for Pilos.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Voidokilia Beach as well as Methoni Castle. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): take in the dramatic scenery at Polylimnio Waterfall, step into the grandiose world of Methoni Castle, then explore the historical opulence of Niokastro: Pylos Castle, and finally kick back and relax at Voidokilia Beach.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Pilos trip website .

You can drive from Diros to Pilos in 3 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 19°C. On the 21st (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Olympia.

Inhabited since prehistoric times, Olympia remains best known as the site of the original Olympic Games, held there for the first time in 776 BCE.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): learn about winemaking at Olympia Land Winery, look for gifts at The Old Watermill, then explore the ancient world of Temple of Apollo Epikourios, and finally delve into the distant past at Archaeological Site of Olympia.

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Traveling by car from Pilos to Olympia takes 2 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to drive to Athens.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Temple of Olympian Zeus.

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You can drive from Olympia to Athens in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Olympia in September, plan for a bit warmer nights in Athens, with lows around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.