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Relaxed 11-Day Greece Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Athens to Patras and Corinth

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Sit back and enjoy a relaxed 11-day self-drive holiday in Greece. Along the way, Athens, Kallithea, Antirio, Patras, Mykines, Nafplio, Corinth, Ancient Korinthos, and Lavreotiki invite you to discover their unique blend of culture, scenery, and memorable experiences.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Greece, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 6 nights in Athens, 2 nights in Patras, and 2 nights in Corinth, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Greece.

Your journey starts in Athens, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 11-day relaxed road trip in Greece to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Greece already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Acropolis Of Athens and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Parthenon.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Greece road trip itinerary for 11 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Greece.

If you want to make your 11-day relaxed self-drive tour in Greece even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Greece includes 10 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 11 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 11-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Greece today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Athens - Arrival day
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Syntagma Square
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Your relaxed road trip through Greece starts when you reach the incredible city of Athens, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Athens and begin your adventure in Greece.

Athens is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Athens. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Athens, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Athens. The bars in Athens make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Greece. Enjoy your first taste of Athens as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

Day 2

Athens
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Drive 6 km, 44 min

Parthenon
Acropolis of Athens
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Ancient Agora of Athens
Temple of Hephaestus
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Athens. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Athens that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Greece more memorable.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Athens has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Greece!

Day 3

Athens
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Drive 7 km, 55 min

Monastiraki Square
Hadrian's Library
Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)
Acropolis Museum
Philopappos Hill
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Greece more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Athens, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in Greece!

Day 4

Athens
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 5 min

Kerameikos Archaeological Site
Technopolis City of Athens
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
Athens National Garden
Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Greece. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Greece and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Exploring the food culture in Athens offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Athens.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Greece.

Day 5

Athens
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Drive 15 km, 33 min

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Ermou Street
Adrianou Street
Plaka
Monastiraki
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Your relaxed road trip in Greece continues on day 5 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Greece better by exploring the top attractions of Athens and beyond. With 1 night left in Athens, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Athens.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Athens!

Day 6

Athens
Patras
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours

Rion-Antirion Bridge
Patras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras
Church of Agios Andreas
King George Ι Square (Patras)
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Day 6 of your easy, relaxed road trip through Greece lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Patras, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

Continue your laid-back road trip in Greece as you make your way to Patras. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Greece. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Patras, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Patras and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Patras as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in Greece!

Day 7

Patras
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Drive 9 km, 49 min

Roman Odeon
St Nicholas Stairway
Patras Castle
Dasillio
Archaeological Museum of Patras
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Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

Greece makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Greece also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Patras and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Greece!

Day 8

Patras
Corinth
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Drive 259 km, 4 hours 31 min

Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon
Nafplio Port
Palamidi
Mycenae
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On day 8 of your laid-back road trip adventure in Greece, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Corinth. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in Greece.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Corinth, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Corinth and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Greece!

Day 9

Corinth
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Drive 21 km, 34 min

Acrocorinth
Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth
Archaological Site Of Corinth And Temple of Apollo
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On day 9 of your relaxed road trip in Greece, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Corinth and visit amazing attractions in Corinth and Ancient Korinthos, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Corinth, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Corinth and your accommodation.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Greece. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Corinth, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Greece.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in Greece!

Day 10

Corinth
Athens
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Drive 224 km, 3 hours 18 min

Kalamia Beach
Corinth Canal
Temple of Poseidon
Archaeological Site of Sounion
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Day 10 of your relaxed road trip in Greece will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in Greece, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Athens. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Athens has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Athens and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Greece!

Day 11

Athens - Departure day
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Mount Lycabettus
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Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in Greece is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Browse boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 11 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 11-day relaxed road trip in Greece is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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