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Greece Itinerary: 3 Days (2026)

This 3-day Greece itinerary covers Athens, Santorini, Mykonos — ideal for a long weekend or a first taste, day by day with honest costs.

Estimated cost: ₹28,000–₹89,500 (≈ $330–$1,040) per person for 3 days, excluding international flights.

Best months for this route: May – Jun, Sep – Oct

A day-by-day itinerary covering the best of Greece — designed for Indian travellers with honest costs, visa tips, and the right cities in the right order.

3 days May – Jun, Sep – Oct Visa required EUR (Euro)

Your Route at a Glance

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Athens

Day 1

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Santorini

Day 2

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Mykonos

Day 3

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Athens — Day 1
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Athens

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Cradle of Civilization

✓Acropolis at Sunrise — Book the first ticket slot (8am) and climb the Acropolis before the heat and cro…
✓Acropolis Museum — One of Europe's finest museums, built directly above archaeological remains — th…
✓Athens Street Food Tour — Souvlaki at Thanasis in Monastiraki, spanakopita from a bakery, loukoumades (hon…
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct $70–$160/day/day

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Santorini — Day 2
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Santorini

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Jewel of the Aegean

✓Oia Sunset — Santorini's famous sunset from the ruined castle in Oia draws hundreds every eve…
✓Caldera Rim Walk (Fira to Oia) — A 9km trail along the volcanic caldera edge connecting Fira to Oia — dramatic vi…
✓Akrotiri Archaeological Site — The Minoan Bronze Age city buried by the volcanic eruption of 1613 BC — preserve…
May – Jun, Sep – Oct $150–$500/day/day

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Mykonos — Day 3
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Mykonos

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Cycladic Glamour

✓Mykonos Town (Chora) — A maze of whitewashed cube houses and narrow lanes deliberately built to confuse…
✓Little Venice — A row of colourful houses built directly on the water's edge, their balconies ne…
✓Windmills — Iconic whitewashed windmills on a hill above Little Venice, built by the Venetia…
May - Jun, Sep EUR 100-350/day/day

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Greece Itinerary FAQ

How many days do you need in Greece?

Most first-time visitors need 5–7 days in Greece to see the highlights at a comfortable pace. This 3-day plan covers Athens, Santorini, Mykonos. With more time, slow the pace or add day trips; with less, focus on Athens and skip the longer transfers.

How much does a 3-day Greece trip cost from India?

Budget roughly ₹28,000–₹89,500 (about $330–$1,040) per person for 3 days on the ground in Greece — covering accommodation, food, local transport and activities at a budget-to-mid-range level. International flights and visa fees are extra. Travelling in May – Jun, Sep – Oct (peak season) sits at the higher end of that range.

What is the best route for 3 days in Greece?

The most efficient 3-day route is Athens (Day 1), then Santorini (Day 2), then Mykonos (Day 3). This order keeps travel legs short and one-directional, so you never backtrack. Each stop's day count matches how much there genuinely is to see — the day-by-day plan below breaks down exactly what to do in each.

Is 3 days enough for Greece?

3 days is enough for a focused first look at Greece — this plan covers Athens, Santorini, Mykonos without feeling rushed. For the full experience, the 7-day version adds more depth. The best months to do this route are May – Jun, Sep – Oct.

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