Greece and croatia itinerary 10 days

Istanbul, Turkey

— 2 nights

Athens, Greece

— 3 nights

Dubrovnik, Croatia

— 3 nights


Tue, 7 Feb - Thu, 16 Feb Edit

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Queen of Cities

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Istanbul is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Hagia Sophia Mosque, explore the world behind art at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, and browse the exhibits of Galata Tower.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Istanbul trip itinerary tool.

Doha, Qatar to Istanbul is an approximately 8-hour flight. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Doha in February: highs in Istanbul hover around 11°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Athens.

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The Birthplace of Democracy

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

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus, get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, and then steep yourself in history at Acropolis of Athens. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Parthenon, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Kapnikarea, then admire the masterpieces at Benaki Museum, and finally take an in-depth tour of National Archaeological Museum.

For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Athens journey app.

You can fly from Istanbul to Athens in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Istanbul to Athens is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Istanbul, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Athens, ranging from highs of 18°C to lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Dubrovnik.

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Pearl of the Adriatic

Along the Dalmation Coast, the city of Dubrovnik has become famous for its pedestrian-only Old Town surrounded by fortress walls, and its historical heft has earned it World Heritage Site status.

Dubrovnik is known for historic sites, adventure, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of Walls of Dubrovnik, see the interesting displays at War Photo Limited, take an in-depth tour of Rector's Palace, and stop by Clara Stones.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Dubrovnik day trip site.

You can fly from Athens to Dubrovnik in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is minus 1 hour. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Athens in February: highs in Dubrovnik hover around 15°C, while lows dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.

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Can you travel between Greece and Croatia?

There are no direct trains or buses that connect Croatia to Greece, however it is fairly easy to travel between the two countries via Serbia and Macedonia. There are daily trains that run from Zagreb (Croatia) to Belgrade (Serbia), then a change at Belgrade to Thessaloniki (Greece).

Is 10 days enough to visit Greece?

With 10 days to spend in Greece, travelers won't have too many tough choices to make. You'll have plenty of time to island hop around the Cyclades, do a deep dive into ancient history on the mainland, or combine the highlights of both.

Is 10 days enough in Croatia?

How Many Days are Enough in Croatia? 10 days is the ideal amount of time for most travelers to explore Croatia. With that said, Croatia is an incredibly diverse place to visit with a lot of things to do, so if you have more time you can visit for three weeks or even a month.

How long is the ferry from Greece to Croatia?

Total crossing time is about 10+16 hours (to Igoumenitsa) + waiting time between two ferries of about 12 hours. Also includes overnight crossing with optional cabin accommodation.