Danielle Apostol
September is a beautiful time to visit Greeceâsunny and warm, but with a gentler heat than July. Youâll still want comfortable walking shoes for exploring ruins and cobbled streets, plus sandals for beach days. If youâll be swimming, water shoes or reef-safe sandals are wise to avoid injury from sea urchins or rocky shores.
Clothing Essentials
Pack a bathing suit, light sundresses, and short-sleeved tops for daytime adventures. Youâll likely pick up a few souvenir tees, so no need to overpack. For evenings or breezy ferry rides, a lightweight jacket or wrap is ideal. Cotton and linen fabrics will keep you cool and comfortable, especially in coastal areas.
Cultural Considerations
If youâre visiting churches or attending religious festivals, bring long pants or a skirt and a sleeved shirt. A scarf is a versatile additionâuse it for sun protection, modesty, or a touch of elegance when entering sacred spaces.
Style Notes
September invites a softer paletteâthink earthy tones, flowing fabrics, and layers that move with the breeze. Youâll feel right at home dressing lightly, but with a nod to the seasonâs shift.
Footwear
⢠Comfortable walking shoes for ruins and cobbled streets
⢠Sandals for beach days
⢠Water shoes for rocky shores or sea urchin-prone areas
Clothing
⢠Bathing suit
⢠Light sundresses and short-sleeved tops
⢠A lightweight jacket or wrap for evenings and ferry rides
⢠Cotton or linen layers for coastal comfort
⢠Long pants or skirt and a sleeved shirt for churches or festivals
⢠A scarfâfor sun protection, modesty, or a touch of elegance
Tour-Ready Additions
⢠A journal or sketchbookâfor reflections, poetry, or travel notes
⢠Earbuds or headphonesâfor meditations, music, or quiet moments
⢠A reusable water bottleâstay hydrated while exploring
⢠Herbal teas or supplementsâif part of your wellness ritual
⢠A small tote or daypackâfor village strolls and beach essentials
⢠A favourite book or e-readerâfor slow mornings or hammock afternoons
⢠Sleep mask and earplugsâfor deeper rest in shared spaces
⢠Lightweight yoga mat or travel towelâfor sunrise stretches or beach lounging
Optional Touches
⢠A small pouch of lavender or calming essential oils
⢠A travel-sized laundry soapâfor handwashing essentials
⢠A few printed affirmations or quotesâfor your bedside or journal or ti give as gifts to fellow female travellers xx
