What is the biggest mistake in planning Greece?
The biggest mistake is treating Greece like a small checklist country. Ferries, heat, crowds and island geography all have a planning cost, so a tighter route almost always beats a more impressive-looking one.
Answer
Greece looks easy because the names are familiar and the islands appear close together. The catch is that each move has a cost: port transfers, ferry timing, wind, luggage, hot walks, packed viewpoints and the mental drag of always leaving just as a place starts to work. A strong Greece trip usually has fewer stops, cleaner connections and at least one base where nothing dramatic has to happen. The country does not need more famous names to feel rich. It needs enough time for the light, food, ruins and sea to stop feeling like scheduled content.