9Crowds Disappear, Tranquility Returns

By late September, the flood of summer tourists has ebbed, and Greece reveals a calmer, more intimate side.

You can wander through the streets of Mykonos Town without bumping into cruise ship crowds, or admire the Acropolis without the long lines. On islands like Santorini and Rhodes, locals reclaim their rhythm, giving visitors a chance to experience the destination as it truly is — authentic and serene.