Is 7 days enough for the Greek islands?

Yes, for two islands. Santorini and Naxos are two hours apart and give you volcanic scenery plus real beaches without a third ferry day.

Should I start in Santorini or Naxos?

Start in Santorini. Flights from Athens are frequent, and finishing on Naxos gives you a cheaper, more relaxed end and a straightforward ferry back to Athens.

How much does a 7-day Greek island trip cost?

Around €1,675 per person mid-range including international flights — an estimate that drops to roughly €1,050 with budget studios and no catamaran day.

Blue-domed churches above the caldera in Santorini, Greece

7-day route · Greek Islands

7-Day Greek Island Escape

Two islands, one ferry, no wasted days. Santorini for the caldera and the wine, Naxos for beaches, mountain villages and prices that let you breathe.

Route overview

Athens
Santorini
Naxos
Athens

Sunset from Imerovigli instead of the Oia crush
Assyrtiko tasting at a caldera-facing winery
The Halki–Apiranthos mountain village drive on Naxos
Plaka Beach afternoons with no time pressure

CouplesFirst-timersBeachFoodRelaxed pace

Day by day

The full 7-day schedule

Daily budgets are per person, cover accommodation share, food, activities and local transport, and are estimates only.

Day 1

Santorini

FlightEst. €215 pp

Morning

Fly Athens–Santorini and drop bags in Firostefani.

Afternoon

Walk the caldera path toward Imerovigli, stopping at Skaros Rock.

Evening

Sunset dinner on a caldera terrace, then early night.

Activities

CultureFood

Accommodation area

Firostefani — caldera views at half the Oia rate

Transportation

Athens (ATH) → Santorini (JTR), 45 min, then 20-min transfer

Day 2

Santorini

CarEst. €185 pp

Morning

Akrotiri Bronze Age excavation before the tour buses at 10am.

Afternoon

Red Beach swim, then a two-winery tasting route inland.

Evening

Dinner in Megalochori village, away from the caldera markup.

Activities

CultureBeachFood

Accommodation area

Firostefani

Transportation

Rented car for the day, approx €45

Day 3

Santorini

BoatEst. €215 pp

Morning

Catamaran cruise around the caldera with a hot-springs stop.

Afternoon

Continue to White Beach and lunch on board.

Evening

Ferry-night packing; casual souvlaki in Fira.

Activities

SailingSnorkellingBeach

Accommodation area

Firostefani

Transportation

Semi-private catamaran, 5h, from Vlychada marina

Day 4

Naxos

FerryEst. €165 pp

Morning

Morning high-speed ferry Santorini → Naxos.

Afternoon

Check in at Agios Prokopios, long swim and a beach lunch.

Evening

Sunset at the Portara temple gate, dinner in Naxos Chora.

Activities

BeachCulture

Accommodation area

Agios Prokopios — beachfront studios

Transportation

Santorini → Naxos, 2h high-speed, ~€60

Day 5

Naxos

CarEst. €150 pp

Morning

Drive inland to Halki for kitron distillery and coffee.

Afternoon

Apiranthos marble village and the Temple of Demeter.

Evening

Taverna dinner in the hills, back down by dark.

Activities

CultureFoodHiking

Accommodation area

Agios Prokopios

Transportation

Rental car, approx €40 per day

Day 6

Naxos

On footEst. €145 pp

Morning

Plaka Beach morning — five kilometres of shallow sand.

Afternoon

Windsurf or kite lesson at Mikri Vigla.

Evening

Seafood at Alyko or a sunset swim at Orkos.

Activities

BeachAdventureWellness

Accommodation area

Agios Prokopios

Transportation

No transfer — beach day on foot and by car

Day 7

Athens

FerryEst. €150 pp

Morning

Last swim and slow breakfast.

Afternoon

Ferry or short flight back to Athens.

Evening

Overnight or onward international connection.

Activities

Food

Accommodation area

Athens airport hotel if flying out the next morning

Transportation

Naxos → Athens, 3h45 high-speed, ~€70 (flights 45 min)

Budget

What this trip costs

All figures are estimates in the currency shown, based on shoulder-to-high season research. Verify prices at the time of booking.

Estimated budget breakdown for 7-Day Greek Island Escape
Category	Estimate (EUR (€))
Flights	€260 (Athens return from Western Europe) + €95 Athens–Santorini
Accommodation	€900 (6 nights, mid-range double, per couple)
Ferries & boats	€130 per person (Santorini–Naxos–Athens)
Food	€330 per person
Activities	€260 per person (catamaran, wineries, Akrotiri)
Local transport	€150 per person (car hire share, transfers, taxis)
Estimated total	≈ €1,675 per person

Estimates only, per person sharing a double room, shoulder season. Prices in EUR and subject to season and availability.

7-Day Greek Island Escape: FAQs

Is 7 days enough for the Greek islands?: Yes, for two islands. Santorini and Naxos are two hours apart and give you volcanic scenery plus real beaches without a third ferry day.
Should I start in Santorini or Naxos?: Start in Santorini. Flights from Athens are frequent, and finishing on Naxos gives you a cheaper, more relaxed end and a straightforward ferry back to Athens.
How much does a 7-day Greek island trip cost?: Around €1,675 per person mid-range including international flights — an estimate that drops to roughly €1,050 with budget studios and no catamaran day.