14 days in Central Greece Itinerary

Chalcis or Chalkida is the chief town of the island of Euboea in Greece, situated on the Euripus Strait at its narrowest point. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Khalkis: St. John The Russian (in Prokopi), Upper Town of Monemvasia (in Kastro) and Archaeological Museum of Thebes (in Thiva). There's lots more to do: snap pictures at Bridge of Khalkis, get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Museum of Eretria, explore the historical opulence of Karababa Castle, and delve into the distant past at Archeologikos Choros Eretria.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Khalkis travel planning site.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Khalkis is an approximately 31.5-hour car ride. Expect little chillier evenings in Khalkis when traveling from Tel Aviv in September, with lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Edipsos.

Aidipsos is a village and a former municipality in Euboea, Greece. On the 5th (Sat), take in the natural beauty of The Healing Thermal Springs of Edipsos and then identify plant and animal life at Lichadonisia. On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the dramatic scenery at Waterfall of Drimona, don't miss a visit to Saint David Monastery, and then kick back and relax at Pefki Beach.

To see reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Edipsos travel itinerary planner.

Drive from Khalkis to Edipsos in 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in September, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can drive to Pavliani.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Mon): witness the site of a historic battle at Hani of Gravia, then discover the riches below the earth's surface at Vagonetto-Fokis Mining Park Tours, and then walk around Recreational Park. On your second day here, head outdoors with Spring of Thermopylae, then take in the history at Battlefield of Thermopylae, and then appreciate the history behind Leonidas Monument.

For traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Pavliani trip planning website.

You can drive from Edipsos to Pavliani in 2.5 hours. September in Pavliani sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Karpenisi.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): experience rural life at Fresko, pause for some serene contemplation at Proussos Monastery, then get in on the family fun at Saloon Park, and finally browse the exhibits of Manitarokosmos. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Gunpowder Mills and then take in breathtaking views at Panta Vrechei Canyon.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Karpenisi holiday planner.

You can drive from Pavliani to Karpenisi in 3 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Delphi.

Ancient Greeks revered Delphi as the center of their universe, building an impressive sanctuary to Apollo in order to mark this sacred spot.

When in Delphi, make a side trip to see Hosios Loukas in Distomo, approximately Distomo away. And it doesn't end there: see where the action happens at Delphi, get engrossed in the history at Delphi Archaeological Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tholos, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Ieros Naos Agiou Georgiou.

For photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Delphi online visit planner.

Traveling by car from Karpenisi to Delphi takes 3.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 19°C. On the 14th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.