Luxury 10-Day Relaxed Greece Road Trip Vacation from Thessaloniki to Ioannina

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Greece begins when you reach Thessaloniki, where you’ll stay for a total of 5 nights.

Thessaloniki is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Thessaloniki 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.

An excellent example is Kitchen Bar. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

The Greek serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Thessaloniki has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,117 reviews.

Enoches Bar is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,608 customers, Enoches Bar is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Thessaloniki looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Vogatsikou 3, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,211 reviews.

Castra- All Day Terrace Bar offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Thessaloniki. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,882 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Apallou. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,504 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Greece! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Greece!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Thessaloniki at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Thessaloniki, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 4 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Aristotelous Square. This incredible square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 42,159 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Thessaloniki, the wonderful White Tower of Thessaloniki. This fortified tower is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,159 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. This archaeological museum has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,009 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This must-see tourist destination is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,676 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Thessaloniki Waterfront. This amazing site is a wonderful best-rated sightseeing destination with more than 2,005 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Thessaloniki itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, rOOTS. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Menta, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Menta is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 2,241 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Opsopoion Maganeiai. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,640 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Thessaloniki and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Tribeca. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,262 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Kafodeio Greek. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,095 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Pulp. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Pulp has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Thessaloniki at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Thessaloniki, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Kapani. This incredible market has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11,618 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Thessaloniki, the wonderful Agias Sofias Square. This square is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,618 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Holy Church of Hagia Sophia. This church has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,652 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. This tetrapylon is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,215 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Atatürk Museum. This amazing site is a wonderful house museum with more than 7,650 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 3 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Thessaloniki itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, The Blue Cup | Creative bar. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,254 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Pantheon Bar, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Pantheon Bar is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 1,765 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended LOCAL Thessaloniki. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,056 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Thessaloniki and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Thessaloniki at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Thessaloniki, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Acropolis of Thessaloniki. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,172 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Thessaloniki, the wonderful Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki. This best-rated sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,172 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica. This church has received an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,909 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Ancient Agora Square. This must-see tourist destination is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,584 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Roman Forum of Thessaloniki. This amazing site is a wonderful museum with more than 5,271 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Thessaloniki itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Kanoula. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,335 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Extravaganza, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Extravaganza is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 1,903 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Makedonia Palace Hotel. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,530 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Thessaloniki and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 5 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Metsovo. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Ioannina, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Averoff Art Gallery is waiting for you. This museum has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 822 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Metsovo square. This unique must-see tourist destination is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,592 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Metsovo has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Ioannina. In Ioannina, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Metsovo is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is To Dodeka Cafe Bar, one of the best restaurants in Metsovo. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 809 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing To Dodeka Cafe Bar.

Locals also recommend Mystagogia as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Mystagogia as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,763 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Omilos. Omilos is another of the most popular places to eat in Metsovo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 900 customers.

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.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like ⚜ V E D E M A ⚜. ⚜ V E D E M A ⚜ is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 476 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Hogwarts Tales And Spirits. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 557 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Chevalier. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Chevalier is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 739 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Zagori at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Zagori, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Oxya Viewpoint. This incredible top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 2,503 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Zagori, the wonderful Vikos Gorge. This park is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,503 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Papingo Rock Pools. This top-tier point of interest has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,159 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Vikos National Park. This park is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.9 out of 5 stars from 2,308 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Klidonia ancient stone bridge. This amazing site is a wonderful best-rated sightseeing destination with more than 1,949 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Zagori itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Zagori. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Spitaki me thea. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 4,712 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Papi Cafe Bistro. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 306 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Zagori and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Scala. This vibrant bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Route 66 Bar. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 449 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Palia Agora. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Palia Agora has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,278 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 7 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Ioannina at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Ioannina, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Fethiye Mosque. This incredible mosque has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 346 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Ioannina, the wonderful Silversmithing museum of Ioannina. This museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 346 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Ioannina Castle. This castle has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,505 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Cave of Perama. This show cave is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,774 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Iera Moni Ntoyrachanis. This amazing site is a wonderful place of worship with more than 461 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 7 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Ioannina itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Ioannina. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, PRESVEIA Restaurant Meze. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 994 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Frontzu Politia - Hotel, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Frontzu Politia - Hotel is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 2,241 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Equus. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 990 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Ioannina and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Spitaki. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Trypokárydos. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 418 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 7 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 8 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Ioannina at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Ioannina, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Museum "Arslan Pasha". This incredible must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,202 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Ioannina, the wonderful Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,202 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Litharitsia park. This must-see tourist destination has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,148 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Archaeological Museum of Ioannina. This archaeological museum is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 567 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli. This amazing site is a wonderful museum with more than 7,143 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 8 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Ioannina itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Ioannina. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, PsISTARIA TAVERNA "O SAKIS". This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 885 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Motley Coffeesweet, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Motley Coffeesweet is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 4,564 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Stoa Louli. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,629 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Ioannina and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 8 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 9 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Kastraki. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Thessaloniki, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Main Observation Deck of Meteora is waiting for you. This must-see tourist destination has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,716 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This unique place of worship is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,527 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Meteora. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 36,135 visitors, this monastery is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Kastraki has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Thessaloniki. In Thessaloniki, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,816 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing ARC | espresso • wine bar.

Locals also recommend Wall by Wall as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Wall by Wall as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Loupino Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,657 customers.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 10 of your relaxed road trip in Greece is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Thessaloniki.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Thessaloniki once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Greece on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Unwind and look back at the past 10 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Thessaloniki or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Dentro sto Bar. Dining at Dentro sto Bar is one of the best food experiences you can have in Thessaloniki. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,446 customers.

Another top recommendation in Thessaloniki is Palati Thessaloniki. If you go to Palati Thessaloniki, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,775 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Giok Balik. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Giok Balik is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,336 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Thessaloniki and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 10-day relaxed road trip in Greece is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.