Greece offers the greatest variety of any charter ground in Europe: the whitewashed drama of the Cyclades (Santorini, Mykonos, Paros), the lush, calm Ionian islands, and the Saronic Gulf an hour from Athens. A typical week covers five or six islands with long swimming lunches and harbour dinners under the lights.
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Mid-May to early October. June and September are ideal — warm sea, stable weather, fewer crowds. August is the busiest month.
A typical seven-day route from Athens covers 5–7 islands — for example Kea, Syros, Mykonos, Paros and Santorini — sailing 2–4 hours between stops.
No. US citizens may enter the Schengen area, including Greece, visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.