Is 5 days in Mykonos too much?

Is 5 Days in Mykonos Too Much, or Should You Plan a Shorter Trip to the Island? Five days is definitely not too much to spend in this destination. Actually, it is barely enough to explore everything. People who think they don't need more than three days here usually visit while vacationing in Santorini or Naxos island.



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Santorini has more tours, sightseeing, and activities: excavation sites to explore, day trips to traditional villages around the island, winery tours, and boat tours around the volcano. Mykonos has some fine scenery, beautiful walks, and picturesque windmills – but in general, Santorini has more to see and do.

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Mykonos is one of the most expensive Greek islands and definitely more expensive than Skiathos, which is also on the expensive side. Having said that, there are always cheap places to eat and drink but lodgings' prices will be high in the sky in August.

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Santorini is famed for its stunning white villages like Oia and Fira spilling down high cliffs that sit above a volcanic caldera. The island tops many travelers' bucket lists, so it pairs nicely with Athens for a 5 day itinerary to Greece.

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Everybody knows of Mykonos as an island with reputation of one of the Europe's top summer destinations. What you normally see in the travel guides are pictures of famous windmills, the Little Venice, and popular beaches. Definitely, Mykonos town (Chora) is beautiful, and really worth the visit.

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To sum up Santorini or Mykonos…if you're looking for a trip that caters to a variety of budgets and travelers (solo, couples, group), is drivable so you can explore the island on your own, has slightly fewer crowds (or at least feels less crowded), and offers beaches and beach clubs, Mykonos is the Greek island for you ...

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September, October, March, April, and May are the cheapest months to go to Mykonos.

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The general rule is that it is safe to explore and walk around during the day, but as night falls, pay attention to your surroundings and be careful if you choose to explore on your own.

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GET AROUND MYKONOS If you don't plan venture beyond Mykonos Town, it's easy enough to explore on foot. Everything is walkable from the Old Port to the Kato Milli Windmills. For visitors with more time on Mykonos that want to explore the island, scooters, ATVs and even cars are available to rent in town.

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You can't visit Greece in 5 days and see it all. However, you can still get a pretty good glimpse of the wonders of this country by visiting one mainland city and two islands.

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Travel in the shoulder season By shoulder season, we mean the months either side of July and August. During these peak months, hotel prices skyrocket and so does the cost of a cocktail – avoid if you want to keep spending down. Instead, aim for May, June, September, or October.

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August is the busiest month for travel to Mykonos and the island will be crowded, especially Mykonos Town and the beaches. And though the island is known for nightlife, that's only in certain areas near certain clubs and the entire island is not a giant party place as many people mistakenly believe.

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Mykonos has a reputation as the most expensive and party island in Greece. But, despite its wild reputation, it is still high on many people's bucket lists because of its fabulous beaches, Mykonian hospitality, endless shopping, delicious cuisine, and incredible photo opportunities.

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The best time to visit Mykonos is September and October. Sitting in the Aegean Sea, this island's weather permits a year-round flow of tourists, but in September and October you'll see that the large crowds have left, the water remains warm and the hotel rates descend back into a reasonable range.

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Santorini is the top tourist destination in Greece and is world-famous for its unique natural beauty. The caldera with the white villages on top, the sunken volcano, and the charming sunset make it a popular place for vacation. In brief, we recommend staying 3 to 5 days in order to visit as many places as possible.

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The most affordable Greek Islands to visit include Crete, Andros, Tinos, Corfu and Naxos. These cheap Greek Islands don't get nearly as many visitors as others, making everything from transportation to food and accommodations more affordable. And often, they're not even very far from the more popular islands.

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