3-Week Croatia and Greece Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 3-week Croatia And Greece itineraries

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• 17 Days in the Balkans, incl. Croatia and Greece

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Zagreb, Croatia

    Begin in Croatia's capital to get used to the local pace. The city funicular takes you to St. Mark's Church - go early to avoid crowds and get better photos of its colorful tiled roof. "The Lotrščak Tower views are best at sunset, when the city takes on a golden glow." The Strossmayer Promenade is perfect for evening walks.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Plitvice Lakes & Split

    Get to Plitvice Lakes National Park at 7am opening time before the boardwalks fill up by 10am. Bring shoes with good grip since wooden walkways can get slippery. The 4-hour drive to Split includes time to visit UNESCO-listed Trogir. Diocletian's Palace is best after 5pm when most tourists leave.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Dubrovnik

    Take the coastal road (4.5 hours) to Dubrovnik. Start with the city walls at 8am before they get hot and busy. A visitor shares: "The cable car up Mount Srđ provides the best sunset views over the old town, but book ahead in peak season to avoid long queues."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Montenegro & Albania

    Head to Montenegro (2 hours) to see the Bay of Kotor's medieval towns. Visit Budva before continuing to Tirana, Albania's capital. The total drive is about 4 hours. Stay in Tirana's Blloku area for good restaurant options.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Corfu

    Take the 2-hour ferry from Saranda to Corfu. Spend two days seeing Venetian buildings and beaches. Visit the Old Town early before cruise ships arrive.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Delphi & Athens

    Travel to mainland Greece and Delphi (5-6 hours). See the Temple of Apollo early to beat the crowds. The drive to Athens takes 3 hours - plan around afternoon traffic.

    
  • Days 13-15

    Greek Islands Cruise

    Take a 3-night cruise to see Mykonos, Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Patmos, Crete, and Santorini. Bring medicine for seasickness as waters can be rough.

    
  • Days 16-17

    Athens

    Finish your trip at the Acropolis - arrive by 8:30am to avoid heat and crowds. A visitor suggests: "The new Acropolis Museum is wonderfully air-conditioned and perfect for the hot afternoon hours. Save your outdoor sightseeing for early morning or evening."

    

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• 18 Days Adriatic & Greek Isles, incl. Athens and Venice

  This 18-day adventure weaves through Greek islands and Croatian ports. The well-paced itinerary allows immersive stays in each destination, revealing their distinct local character.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Athens & Greek Islands

    Your journey begins in Athens. Plan to arrive before 2 PM for boarding. On day 2, explore the ancient ruins of Delos before sailing to Mykonos. Want to avoid the crowds in Mykonos Town? Visit the famous windmills in late afternoon when tourist numbers drop and the lighting creates perfect photo opportunities.

    
  • Days 3-6

    mainland Greece & Greek Islands

    Pass through the Corinth Canal, an incredible feat of engineering just 70 feet wide at sea level. Visit Delphi via Itea, then explore bridge-connected Lefkada. Make your way to Parga and visit the 11th-century Venetian Castle for stunning coastal views. Take good walking shoes as the path can get slippery. You'll have a full day to discover Corfu's UNESCO-listed Old Town.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Albania & Montenegro

    Start early for Sarandë, Albania. Take time to enjoy local seafood and watch daily life unfold along the seaside promenade. In Kotor, Montenegro, get an early start to beat the crowds in the medieval old town. A recent visitor shared: "The city walls climb steeply up the mountain - start your walk before the day heats up and bring plenty of water."

    
  • Days 9-15

    Croatian Coast

    Discover Vis Island, which remained closed to visitors until 1989. You'll see well-preserved architecture throughout the island. Spend three days in Dubrovnik and take the cable car to Mount Srđ for unmatched views of the walled city. In Split, visit Diocletian's Palace early morning before cruise ships arrive. Watch the sunset at Zadar's Sea Organ and Sun Salutation installations. Explore Opatija's local seafood scene and take a walk on the 12km seaside promenade.

    
  • Days 16-18

    Slovenia & Venice Finale

    Visit Piran, Slovenia's coastal gem, before sailing to Venice past St. Mark's Square. Small ships like yours are among the few vessels still permitted to take this scenic route. Schedule at least half a day to see Venice's main attractions before departure. Book flights after 11 AM and consider a water taxi to the airport. It takes 20 minutes versus an hour by road during busy times.

    

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• 15 Days Mediterranean Cruise, incl. Athens and Venice

  

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  • Day 1

    Athens, Greece

    Your Mediterranean journey starts in Athens at Piraeus port. Get there at least 2 hours before departure since embarkation can take time. Book a morning flight to Athens to give yourself plenty of time for any delays and a relaxed boarding experience.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Greek Islands (Syros & Amorgos)

    Syros welcomes you with its beautiful neoclassical architecture. Visit Ermoupoli's town hall and the first opera house in Greece. The next day takes you to Amorgos where you can learn about traditional olive oil production. The streets are quite steep here, so pack shoes with good grip.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Turkish Coast & Greek Islands

    On Nisyros, explore the volcanic landscapes early before it gets too hot. Symi offers perfect photo opportunities with its colorful neoclassical mansions by the harbor. At Kuşadası, you can visit ancient Ephesus. You'll need a hat and plenty of water since there's minimal shade at the archaeological site.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Cyclades Islands

    Mykonos gets busy around the old port by midday. Local visitors prefer Kalafatis beach for a more genuine island experience. When you reach Milos, visit the white rock formations at Sarakiniko beach. The early morning light makes for the best photos.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Mainland Greece

    Back in Athens, visit the Acropolis before sailing through the Corinth Canal. It's just 21.3 meters wide. A recent visitor noted: "The passage through the Corinth Canal was incredible - you can almost touch the walls from the deck. Get your camera ready!"

    
  • Days 10-11

    Italy & Montenegro

    Crossing the Adriatic brings you to Otranto in Puglia. The medieval town is beautiful but prepare for some uphill walking. Kotor in Montenegro has 1,350 steps to its fortress. Start the climb early to beat the heat.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Croatian Coast

    Walk Dubrovnik's famous walls in late afternoon when crowds are smaller and lighting is perfect for photos. Korčula offers Marco Polo's supposed birthplace and excellent wine tasting opportunities in Lumbarda village.

    
  • Days 14-15

    Northern Croatia to Venice

    See the beautiful waterfalls at Krka National Park. Bring water shoes as the paths can get slippery. Venice marks your final stop. Book your airport transfers well ahead since water taxis can be hard to find during busy periods.

    

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