Cheap 10-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki to Volos, Ioannina, Patras, and Athens

Your exciting road trip through Greece starts when you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Thessaloniki and begin your adventure in Greece.

Thessaloniki is a popular cheap holiday destination in Greece with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,531 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki.

Pulp is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,573 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Thessaloniki we recommend is Kitchen Bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Thessaloniki and end your day in the city of Volos, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki is the amazing White Tower of Thessaloniki. This travel destination is a fortified tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,663 visitors. Up to 290,192 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful White Tower of Thessaloniki with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Holy Church of Hagia Sophia. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,520 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding Agias Sofias Square. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,128 visitors. In a single year, approximately 290,192 travelers include the unforgettable Agias Sofias Square in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Kapani. This attraction, an amazing market, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,510 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Aristotelous Square. This square is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,179 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Greece. To have the best affordable travel experience in Greece, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Greece unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Greece.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Volos. Volos is another cheap travel destination in Greece where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Greece can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Volos that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Volos is Staphylos. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,498 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Volos enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Volos’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Red Nose Bar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

Day 3 of your road trip across Greece offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Trikala and the enchanting Trikala, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Trikala and end the day in Trikala, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Greece will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Trikala is the magnificent Saint Konstantinos Park. Around 4,127 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Volos Port on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known port that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 1,812 travelers.

The remarkable Paralia Voloy is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Greece. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,016 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Trikala City Center Square. This popular site is a valued park in Trikala and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,935 visitors.

Another must-visit in Trikala is the spectacular Central Bridge. This outstanding top-tier point of interest and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 2,951 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Natural History Museum of Meteora and Mushroom Museum to make your cheap holiday experience in Trikala truly special. This museum and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,768 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring more, check out the fantastic monastery, Meteora. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 35,413 travelers, the magnificent Meteora offers visitors an experience to remember.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Greece. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Greece. Make your cheap holiday experience in Greece more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Ioannina offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Greece. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Ioannina offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Greece.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Ioannina’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Palia Agora is an excellent example of a great bar in Ioannina offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,278 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Scala, another of locals’ go-to bars in Ioannina. Scala is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 909 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Greece with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Greece!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Greece gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Patras for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Greece.

While you’re in Ioannina, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Cave of Perama. The fantastic Cave of Perama is a popular show cave and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,636 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Ioannina Castle, a well-known castle in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 11,412 travelers.

The top-rated Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 7,022 travelers.

Make Rion-Antirion Bridge your first stop. This popular top-tier point of interest among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,277 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Western Greece is the outstanding Holy Church of Saint Andrew. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,631 visitors, this remarkable church and attraction deserves a spot on your Greece travel bucket list.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Greece. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Greece and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Patras. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Patras, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bodegas, one of the best restaurants in Patras. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,710 customers.

Salumeria is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Salumeria is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,481 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Sailing Club Of Patras, another well-loved restaurant in Patras. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,282 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Greece.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Patras, Notos. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 708 bar goers.

Distinto Rio is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Patras, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,864 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Carousello, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Greece. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Greece!

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in Greece will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

Around 52,943 visitors have rated this excellent cultural center and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Stavros Niarchos Park on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 36,525 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Temple of Olympian Zeus. This popular site is a valued ancient greek temple in Central Athens and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,941 visitors.

Another must-visit in Central Athens is the spectacular National Garden of Athens. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 35,829 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular National Archaeological Museum of Athens to make your cheap holiday experience in Central Athens truly special. Hosting around 594,219 travelers every year, this attraction is one of the most-visited sites in the area. This national museum and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Greece. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Greece. Make your cheap holiday experience in Greece more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Athens offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Greece. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Athens offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Greece.

Karamanlidika is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,838 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Athens is Atitamos, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers.

Maiandros restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Athens. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,357 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Athens’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Couleur Locale is an excellent example of a great bar in Athens offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at 360 Cocktail bar, another of locals’ go-to bars in Athens. 360 Cocktail bar is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 7,580 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Upupa Epops - The bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Athens. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 5,915 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Greece with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Greece!

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Athens.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Technopolis City of Athens. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 15,380 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Acropolis Museum. This spectacular archaeological museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 63,138 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Odeon of Herodes Atticus has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 14,807 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Greece is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Acropolis of Athens.

This local attraction is a captivating ancient greek temple with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 72,080 travelers.

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When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Ama Lachei is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,018 customers.

Efcharis restaurant is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Athens. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Tavern Klimataria (est.1927), and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,650 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Athens, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Athens.

The Clumsies is a fantastic bar many locals in Athens recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Kuko's The Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,785 customers.

Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Athens. Customers have rated the exciting Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Greece!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a rescue excavation that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,181 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Roman Agora.

This archaeological site has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,957 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Temple of Hephaestus. This attraction, an amazing ancient greek temple, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,722 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Philopappos Hill. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,153 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Greece. To have the best affordable travel experience in Greece, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Greece unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Greece.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Chalkida. Chalkida is another cheap travel destination in Greece where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Greece can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Chalkida that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Chalkida is Asteria Plage. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,861 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Chalkida, Lupo Trattoria is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,221 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Chalkida enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Chalkida’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Galatiko Chorio. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,186 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Ippokampos Beach Bar Alykes Chalkida. This popular bar in Chalkida has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,763 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Lamia and end your day in the city of Larissa, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Lamia is the amazing Chalkida Waterfront. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,463 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Karababa Castle. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,415 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Lamia is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Lamia is the outstanding Memorial of Leonidas and 300 Spartans. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,607 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Greece. To have the best affordable travel experience in Greece, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Greece unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Greece.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Larissa. Larissa is another cheap travel destination in Greece where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Greece can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Larissa that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Larissa is Las Ramblas Coffeebar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,338 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Larissa, Vosporos | Restaurant * Bar is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 990 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Greek restaurant "O Tasos". Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Larissa enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 713 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Larissa’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Gossip Downtown. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Klímax. This popular bar in Larissa has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,734 bar-goers.

You can also go to KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,128 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Greece!

Day 9 of your self-drive vacation in Greece gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Thessaloniki for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Greece.

While you’re in Katerini, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum. The fantastic Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa G. I. Katsigras Museum is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,036 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Diachronic museum of Larissa, a well-known archaeological museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 654 travelers.

The top-rated First Ancient Theatre, Larissa is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular greek theatre and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 589 travelers.

Make Platamon Castle your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,319 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Pieria is the outstanding Katerini Municipal Park. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,501 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your Greece travel bucket list.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Greece. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Greece and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Thessaloniki. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Thessaloniki, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sebriko, one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,978 customers.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Greece. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Greece!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Thessaloniki.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Greece.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Thessaloniki is the remarkable Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. This tetrapylon and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,979 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Thessaloniki, consider a top-rated restaurant like Charoupi. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,912 customers.

The Rouga is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,900 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is The Greek. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Greece and your fun memories in Thessaloniki.

You’ll then say farewell to Thessaloniki and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Greece!