9 days in Athens & Santorini Itinerary

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

Head to Monastiraki and River West Shopping Centerfor plenty of shopping. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Plaka District and Acropolis of Athens. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Acropolis Museum, wander the streets of Ermou Street, stop by Dido, and explore the world behind art at Benaki Museum.

To find where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Athens travel planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Singapore, Singapore to Athens. The time zone changes from Singapore Time to Eastern European Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. Traveling from Singapore in April, expect Athens to be cooler, temps between 24°C and 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Fira.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Red Beach and Hiking Trail Fira - Oia. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Perissa Black Sand Beach and KAMARA BEACH. When in Fira, make a side trip to see Faros Market in Akrotiri, approximately 38 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the ancient world of Akrotiri, stop by Epilekton, explore the activities along Amoudi Bay, and get great views at Sunset in Oia.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Fira trip itinerery planner.

Traveling by flight from Athens to Fira takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In April, daytime highs in Fira are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.