One-Week Greece Road Trip from Alexandroupoli traveling west to Nea Vrasna, Trikala, Ioannina, and Thessaloniki

Your road trip adventure in Greece begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Alexandroupoli. You’ll stay in Alexandroupoli for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Alexandroupoli has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lighthouse of Alexandroupoli. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,517 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Alexandroupoli, Lefkes. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alexandroupoli is Maïntanós. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Locals recommend Charama Sea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alexandroupoli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,871 customers.

Alexandroupoli also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alexandroupoli is Kerōuac. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alexandroupoli is Kellari Pro. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

Locals also enjoy Ammo Ammo. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Greece!

Day 2 of your road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kavala Prefecture and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nea Vrasna. You will stay in Nea Vrasna for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kavala Prefecture is the amazing Kavala Fortress. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,412 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kavala Prefecture by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nea Vrasna, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Konstantinoupolis, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nea Vrasna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,769 customers.

Locals also recommend El Greco tavern as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nea Vrasna. El Greco tavern is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nea Vrasna is Botsalákia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

After dinner, visit Kyklades Beach Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nea Vrasna. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Aktio Beach Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 672 customers.

Alternatively, Sorelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nea Vrasna. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 348 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 3 of your road trip through Greece is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Trikala and the city of Τριάδι. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Trikala is the amazing Matsopoulos Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,871 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Central Bridge. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,951 visitors.

Trikala City Center Square is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Trikala. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 3,935 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Trikala is another excellent way to spend your new day in Greece. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Greece’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Greece’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Greece’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Thermi Dam in the city of Τριάδι for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,280 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Trikala.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ouzo Vasilis, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trikala. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 972 customers.

Locals also recommend To Chani as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trikala. To Chani is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,894 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trikala is Palia Istoria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

After dinner, visit Krypti Mpar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Trikala. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bonjour Cafe Trikala. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,081 customers.

Alternatively, Ivy is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Trikala. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Kastraki and the city of Parga. You’ll stay in Ioannina for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Kastraki today is The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This excellent attraction is a place of worship that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,462 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Meteora, an outstanding monastery, in the village of Kastraki. Around 35,413 travelers rated this attraction with 4.9 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Greece, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the village, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Greece. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Acheron Springs for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Parga. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 13,175 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ioannina.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ioannina, PsISTARIA TAVERNA "O SAKIS". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 885 customers.

Locals recommend Balsamico as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ioannina. Balsamico is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,077 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ioannina is Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,712 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Ioannina, Spitaki me thea. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Palia Agora. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,278 customers.

Scala is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Ioannina. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Greece with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Ioannina and embark on a scenic drive to Thessaloniki, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ioannina before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Ioannina. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ioannina Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,412 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cave of Perama. This attraction, a beloved show cave, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,636 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ioannina is the stunning Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,022 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae). This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,329 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kanoula. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,335 customers.

Locals also recommend rOOTS, another of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. ROOTS is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Opsopoion Maganeiai. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,640 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Pulp to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Thessaloniki, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Makedonia Palace Hotel. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Makedonia Palace Hotel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,530 customers.

Kitchen Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Greece, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 6 of your road trip across Greece, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Thessaloniki. You’ll stay in Thessaloniki for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the A. D. Imperial Palace, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Thessaloniki. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,976 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Thessaloniki is the 5-star Electra Palace Thessaloniki. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,951 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Thessaloniki is the 3-star El Greco. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,142 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Thessaloniki, like the outstanding Aristotelous Square. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,179 visitors.

White Tower of Thessaloniki is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Thessaloniki. This incredible attraction is a fortified tower and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,663 visitors. Up to 290,192 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Thessaloniki is the extraordinary The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 13,531 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. Around 6,924 visitors have given this archaeological museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. Arch of Galerius and Rotunda is a popular tetrapylon, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,979 travelers.

Come to Thessaloniki prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Thessaloniki.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Giok Balik, after your day of exploring the city of Thessaloniki. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,336 customers.

Loupino Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,657 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Thessaloniki is Sebriko. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,978 customers.

Locals recommend Dentro sto Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,446 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Thessaloniki, Wall by Wall. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

SKYLINE - OTE Tower is also one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Greece.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Greece, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Thessaloniki. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Alexandroupoli. You’ll stay in Alexandroupoli for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Thessaloniki’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Thessaloniki, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kapani. This much-appreciated market and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,510 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Agias Sofias Square. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,128 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Holy Church of Hagia Sophia to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular Holy Church of Hagia Sophia is a church that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,520 visitors.

The lovely Atatürk Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,420 visitors have left this house museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Thessaloniki has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Alexandroupoli. Alexandroupoli offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Nisiotiko. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,374 reviews.

The remarkable Gialos Sea Food Taverna - Gialos Mezedopoleion is another top restaurant in Alexandroupoli we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Perígyros is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Alexandroupoli, the fantastic THEMA. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful ECCENTRICO. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 979 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Drunk Sinatra. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 931 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!

Day 8 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Alexandroupoli before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Scout Park - Municipal Grove is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alexandroupoli. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,850 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Alexandroupoli and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Greece.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Alexandroupoli at Hovoli before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 859 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Salih Usta'nın Yeri for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alexandroupoli. The Salih Usta'nın Yeri restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurant Tavern +ousia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Alexandroupoli. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Greece!