17 days in Dodecanese Itinerary

Situated on a tiny island big on history and culture, Kos Town sits in an area dotted with well-preserved ancient ruins.

Venture out of the city with trips to Agios Stefanos Beach (in Kefalos), Kardamena Beach (in Kardamena) and LynnYannYoga (in Mastichari). There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Asklepion Kos, kick back and relax at Tigaki Beach, stroll through Kamari Beach, and don't miss a visit to Eleftherias Square.

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Melbourne, Australia to Kos Town is an approximately 26-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 8 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Melbourne in September: highs in Kos Town hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Sat) to allow time for travel to Lindos.

A medieval settlement on the island of Rhodes, Lindos provides a mix of ancient history and modern attractions.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lindos: Rhodes Town (Medieval City, Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, &more), Ancient Kamiros (in Kalavarda) and Faliraki (Faliraki Beach, Water Park, &more). Spend the 20th (Tue) exploring ancient history at Village of Lindos. There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Acropolis of Lindos, don't miss a visit to Monastery of Panagia Ypseni, tour the pleasant surroundings at Agathi Beach, and explore the historical opulence of Castle of Monolithos.

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Do a combination of ferry and taxi from Kos Town to Lindos in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in September, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to travel to Karpathos.

Known largely for its secluded coves and untamed mountains, rugged Karpathos reputedly remains one of the last truly authentic Greek islands.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sun): join in the after-dark buzz at En Plo, then enjoy the sand and surf at Diakoftis Beach, then examine the collection at Folk Art Museum, and finally kick back and relax at Apella Beach. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Kato Lako Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Amoopi Beach.

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Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Lindos to Karpathos takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In September, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.