12-Day Greece Road Trip from Athens traveling north to Volos, Thessaloniki, Ioannina, and Preveza

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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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11 nights included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through Greece.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Greece. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 5 nights in Athens, 1 night in Volos, 2 nights in Thessaloniki, 1 night in Ioannina, 1 night in Preveza, and 1 night in Patras, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Greece. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Athens, Nea Philadelfia - Nea Chalkidona, Kaisariani, Volos, Pavlos Melas, Thessaloniki, Ioannina, Parga, Preveza, Tsoukalades, and Patras. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in Greece you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Athens, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Greece, including the stunning Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Greece. From the magnificent Acropolis Museum to the breathtaking White Tower of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center and learn more about the unique Stavros Niarchos Park to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Athens, Nea Philadelfia - Nea Chalkidona, Kaisariani, Volos, Pavlos Melas, Thessaloniki, Ioannina, Parga, Preveza, Tsoukalades, and Patras, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Greece. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Greece.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Greece. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Greece.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Greece.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Greece has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Greece. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Greece extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Greece fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Greece today!

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Included

Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

AthensAthens / 5 nights
Thessaloniki Municipal Unit - city in GreeceThessaloniki / 2 nights
Photo of aerial view of Patras that is Greece's third-largest city and the regional capital of Western Greece.Patras / 1 night
Epirus - region in GreeceIoannina / 1 night
Photo of panoramic aerial view of Edessa Waterfall, Central Macedonia, Greece.Edessa
Palaio Faliro - city in GreecePalaio Faliro
Kallithea - city in GreeceKallithea
Volos - city in GreeceVolos / 1 night
PrevezaPreveza / 1 night
meteora greeceMeteora
Tsoukalades

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Photo of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus Roman theater structure at the Acropolis of Athens, Greece.Acropolis of Athens
Photo of the Parthenon that is a temple on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece.Parthenon
Photo of Acropolis Museum is archaeological museum focused on findings archaeological site of Acropolis of Athens in Greece.Acropolis Museum
Photo of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in city of Athens, Greece.Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Photo of aerial drone view of iconic historic landmark ,old byzantine White Tower of Thessaloniki or Salonica, North Greece.White Tower of Thessaloniki
Photo of aerial drone panoramic view of iconic landmark Aristotelous square in the heart of Thessaloniki or Salonica, North Greece.Aristotelous Square
Stavros Niarchos Park, 2nd District of Kallithea, Municipality of Kallithea, Regional Unit of South Athens, Attica, GreeceStavros Niarchos Park
Photo of the artificial lake with the wooden bridge at the National Garden of Athens, Greece.National Garden of Athens
Photo of Sunset over monastery of Rousanou and Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapavsa in famous greek tourist destination Meteora in Greece.Meteora
Photo of Temple of Hephaestus in Ancient Agora, Athens, Greece. Sunny front view of classical Greek temple.Ancient Agora of Athens
Photo of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens houses the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity.National Archaeological Museum of Athens
Photo of the Temple of Olympian Zeus (considered one of the biggest of the ancient world), Greece.Temple of Olympian Zeus
Filopappou Hill, 3rd District of Athens, Municipality of Athens, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreecePhilopappos Hill
Photo of Waterfall in the park of the city of Edessa, Greece.Waterfalls Park, Edessa
Photo of Mycenae, archaeological place at Greece.Mycenae
photo of the Technopolis City of Athens, Greece.Technopolis City of Athens
Photo of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus Roman theater structure at the Acropolis of Athens, Greece.Odeon of Herodes Atticus
The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos, 1st District of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Municipal Unit, Municipality of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, GreeceThe Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
Αcheron SpringsΑcheron Springs
photo of view of Monastiraki Square 6, Athens, Greece.Monastiraki Square 6
Photo of beautiful landscape with Porto Katsiki beach on the Ionian sea, Lefkada island, Greece.Porto Katsiki
Photo of Kathisma Beach, Lefkada Island, Greece. Kathisma Beach is one of the best beaches in Lefkada Island in Ionian Sea.Kathisma 1
photo of Gate of Athena Archegetis and remains of the Roman Agora built in Athens during the Roman period, Athens, Greece,Athens Greece.Roman Agora
Photo of Palamidi fortress castle on hill top in Nafplio or Nafplion, Peloponnese, GreeceFortress of Palamidi
photo of view of Arch of Galerius and Rotunda, Thessaloniki, Greece.Arch of Galerius and Rotunda
Photo of famous ruins of Ali Pasha's palace and the Tower of Bohemond in the old byzantine castle of Ioannina, Greece.Ioannina Castle
photo of view of Agia Sofia Square travel guide, Thessaloniki, Greece.Agias Sofias Square
photo of View of a fruits and vegetables stand at the outdoor market Kapani in Thessaloniki Greece,Thessaloniki Greece.Kapani
Nea Filadelfeia Forest, Municipal Unit of Nea Filadelfeia, Municipality of Philadelfia - Chalkidona, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceNea Filadelfeia Forest
photo of view of Palaio Faliro, Municipality of Palaio Faliro, Greece.Palaio Faliro
Nafplio Port
photo of view of Temple of Hephaestus in Ancient Agora, Athens, Greece.Temple of Hephaestus
Vrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum), Ioannina Municipality, Ioannina Regional Unit, Epirus, Epirus and Western Macedonia, GreeceVrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum)
photo of Archaeological Museum, Thessaloniki, Greece.Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
photo of Perama Cave, Greece,Perama  Greece.Cave of Perama
photo of view of Building of Greek parliament in Syntagma square, Athens, Greece.Syntagma Square
Kesariani, Municipality of Kaisariani, Regional Unit of Central Athens, Attica, GreeceHymettus, Kesariani & Vyronas Aesthetic Forest
Rion-Antirion Bridge, Aetolia-Acarnania Regional Unit, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreeceRion-Antirion Bridge
Water Plaza, 2nd District of Kallithea, Municipality of Kallithea, Regional Unit of South Athens, Attica, GreeceWater Square
photo of Archaeological site of Kerameikos nearby the ancient Agora in Athens.,Athens Greece.Kerameikos
Lazaristes Monastery, Terpsithea, Stavroupoli Community, Municipal unit of Stavroupoli, Pavlos Melas Municipality, Thessaloniki Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, GreeceLazaristes Monastery
Θησαυρός του Ατρέα ή Τάφος του ΑγαμέμνοναTreasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon
Faneromeni Monastery, Κ. Λευκάδος, Municipal Unit of Lefkada, Δήμος Λευκάδας, Lefkada Regional Unit, Ioanian Islands, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreeceFaneromeni Monastery
Nekromanteio Acheron, Parga Municipality, Preveza Regional Unit, Epirus, Epirus and Western Macedonia, GreeceNecromanteion of Acheron
photo of theEntrance hall Archaeological Museum of Pella, Greece.Archaeological Museum of Pella

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Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

  • Athens - Arrival day
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  • Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Your road trip adventure in Greece begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Athens. You’ll stay in Athens for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Athens has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Temple of Olympian Zeus. This attraction is an ancient greek temple and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,941 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 Athens, Karamanlidika. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Athens is Atitamos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers.

Locals recommend Maiandros restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

Athens also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Athens is Couleur Locale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Athens is 360 Cocktail bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Locals also enjoy Upupa Epops - The bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Greece!

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Day 2 – Athens

Day 2

Day 2 – Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 16 km, 1 hour 11 min

  • Parthenon
  • Acropolis of Athens
  • Odeon of Herodes Atticus
  • Ancient Agora of Athens
  • Temple of Hephaestus
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Athens has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Athens by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Athens. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Athens, like the extraordinary Parthenon. This attraction is an ancient greek temple and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 72,080 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Athens, which gets around 1,807,580 annual visits, is the spectacular Acropolis of Athens. This attraction is an acropoli and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 120,655 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Odeon of Herodes Atticus. This odeon has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 14,807 visitors.

Ancient Agora of Athens is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This archaeological site is a popular destination among visitors in Athens. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,957 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Temple of Hephaestus. Temple of Hephaestus is an ancient greek temple and popular attraction in Athens. More than 7,722 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Athens does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Athens on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Greece, be sure to eat at Ama Lachei, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Athens is the popular Efcharis restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Athens is Nolan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,404 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Clumsies is one of the best bars in the city of Athens for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

Kuko's The Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Athens. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Athens is LOT 51. LOT 51 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,215 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Athens!

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Day 3 – Athens

Day 3

Day 3 – Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 10 min

  • Roman Agora
  • Monastiraki Square 6
  • National Garden of Athens
  • National Archaeological Museum of Athens
  • Nea Filadelfeia Forest
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Athens has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Athens by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Athens. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Athens, like the extraordinary Roman Agora. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,799 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Athens is the spectacular Monastiraki Square 6. This attraction is a rescue excavation and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,181 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Garden of Athens. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,829 visitors.

National Archaeological Museum of Athens is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This national museum is a popular destination among visitors in Athens. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 594,219 visitors.

Your discovery of Athens does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Athens on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Greece, be sure to eat at Tavern Klimataria (est.1927), which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Athens is the popular Rosalia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,226 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Athens is Harvest Coffee & Wine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,906 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is one of the best bars in the city of Athens for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

ELLYZ Cafe Athens is another of the most popular bars in the city of Athens. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,827 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Athens is Laluk Cafe-Bar. Laluk Cafe-Bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,115 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Athens!

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Day 4 – Athens

Day 4

Day 4 – Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 22 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • Hymettus, Kesariani & Vyronas Aesthetic Forest
  • Acropolis Museum
  • Philopappos Hill
  • Kerameikos
  • Technopolis City of Athens
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Athens has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Athens by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Athens. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Athens, like the extraordinary Acropolis Museum. This attraction is an archaeological museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,138 visitors. Acropolis Museum gets around 814,565 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Athens is the spectacular Philopappos Hill. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,153 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Kerameikos. This neighborhood has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,481 visitors.

Technopolis City of Athens is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Athens. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,380 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Athens does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Athens on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Greece, be sure to eat at Lithos Tavern, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Athens. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Athens is the popular Kuzina. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Athens is LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Brettos is one of the best bars in the city of Athens for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

Harvest Coffee & Wine is another of the most popular bars in the city of Athens. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,906 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Athens is Ippopotamos. Ippopotamos has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Athens!

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Day 5 – Kallithea, Palaio Faliro, and Volos

Day 5

Day 5 – Kallithea, Palaio Faliro, and Volos

  • Palaio Faliro
  • Kallithea
  • Volos
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Drive 345 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Stavros Niarchos Park
  • Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
  • Water Square
  • Palaio Faliro
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Greece, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kallithea. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Volos. You’ll stay in Volos for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kallithea’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kallithea, start your day with a visit to the amazing Stavros Niarchos Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,525 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. This cultural center and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 52,943 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Water Square to make the most of your road trip across Greece. The spectacular Water Square is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,874 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kallithea has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Volos. Volos 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 KRITSA Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,688 reviews.

The remarkable Staphylos is another top restaurant in Volos we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,498 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous BOKOS OUZERI is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,773 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Volos, the fantastic Valentin - Curious Bierkneipe. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 652 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Lagini rock cafe. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Red Nose Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Greece!

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Day 6 – Edessa and Thessaloniki

Day 6

Day 6 – Edessa and Thessaloniki

  • Edessa
  • Thessaloniki
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Drive 338 km, 4 hours 33 min

  • Waterfalls Park, Edessa
  • Archaeological Museum of Pella
  • Lazaristes Monastery
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Volos 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 Volos and Pavlos Melas 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 Volos. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Waterfalls Park, Edessa. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,997 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Edessa and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Pavlos Melas has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Lazaristes Monastery. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,480 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pavlos Melas, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Thessaloniki. When you arrive in Thessaloniki you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

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!

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Day 7 – Thessaloniki

Day 7

Day 7 – Thessaloniki

  • Thessaloniki
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Drive 6 km, 22 min

  • Aristotelous Square
  • White Tower of Thessaloniki
  • The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
  • Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
  • Arch of Galerius and Rotunda
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On day 7 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 Noa Premium Stay, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Thessaloniki. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,517 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 Blue Bottle Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,340 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 must-see tourist destination 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.

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Day 8 – Thessaloniki, Kastraki, and Ioannina

Day 8

Day 8 – Thessaloniki, Kastraki, and Ioannina

  • Thessaloniki
  • Ioannina
  • Meteora
  • More

Drive 334 km, 4 hours 46 min

  • Kapani
  • Agias Sofias Square
  • Meteora
  • More

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Thessaloniki and the city of Kastraki. You’ll stay in Ioannina for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Thessaloniki today is Kapani. This excellent attraction is a market that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,510 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Agias Sofias Square, an outstanding square, in the city of Thessaloniki. Around 10,128 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 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 city, 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 Meteora for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Kastraki. This popular attraction is a monastery and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 35,413 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!

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Day 9 – Kanallaki, Mesopotamo, and Preveza

Day 9

Day 9 – Kanallaki, Mesopotamo, and Preveza

  • Ioannina
  • Preveza
  • More

Drive 159 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Ioannina Castle
  • Cave of Perama
  • Vrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum)
  • Αcheron Springs
  • Necromanteion of Acheron
  • More

Day 9 of your road trip through Greece is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Ioannina and the city of Parga. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Ioannina is the amazing Ioannina Castle. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,412 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Cave of Perama. This show cave and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,636 visitors.

Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Ioannina. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 7,022 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ioannina 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 Acheron Springs in the city of Parga for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 13,175 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Parga is the outstanding Necromanteion of Acheron. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,869 visitors, this best-rated sightseeing destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Treli Garida, one of the best restaurants in the city of Preveza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,699 customers.

Locals also recommend Rebetiko Steki as one of the best restaurants in the city of Preveza. Rebetiko Steki is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,094 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Preveza is I PsAThA / H PSATHA. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,040 customers.

After dinner, visit Mango Beach Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Preveza. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,646 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Prevere Cafe bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,346 customers.

Alternatively, Lithos Beach Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Preveza. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

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

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Day 10 – Tsoukalades, Agios Nikitas, Lefkada, and Patras

Day 10

Day 10 – Tsoukalades, Agios Nikitas, Lefkada, and Patras

  • Patras
  • Tsoukalades
  • More

Drive 284 km, 5 hours 18 min

  • Faneromeni Monastery
  • Kathisma 1
  • Porto Katsiki
  • Rion-Antirion Bridge
  • More

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Preveza and embark on a scenic drive to Patras, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Preveza 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 Preveza. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rion-Antirion Bridge. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,277 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Faneromeni Monastery. This attraction is a place of worship that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,508 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Kathisma 1. This beach and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,740 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Porto Katsiki. This beach and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,028 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Carousello. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,922 customers.

Locals also recommend Bodegas, another of the best restaurants in Patras. Bodegas is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,710 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Salumeria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,481 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Notos to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Patras, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kafeteria "Theatraki" | Patra. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kafeteria "Theatraki" | Patra has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,539 customers.

Distinto Rio is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,864 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!

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Day 11 – Mykines, Nafplio, and Athens

Day 11

Day 11 – Mykines, Nafplio, and Athens

  • Athens
  • More

Drive 334 km, 4 hours 18 min

  • Nafplio Port
  • Fortress of Palamidi
  • Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon
  • Mycenae
  • More

Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in Greece. Today, you'll wake up in Patras and embark on a scenic drive to Athens, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Patras and Nafplio 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 Patras. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful "Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon". This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,498 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mycenae. This attraction, a beloved archaeological site, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,740 visitors. Mycenae welcomes around 342,854 yearly visitors.

Wave goodbye to Mykines and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Nafplio has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Nafplio Port. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,882 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Palamidi. This fortress and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,101 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nafplio, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Athens. When you arrive in Athens you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cookoovaya. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,541 customers.

After dinner, visit Mayros Gatos to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Athens, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,357 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like THE TRIKYKLO TAVERN - GREEK BEER - COFFEE TRIKYKLO. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. THE TRIKYKLO TAVERN - GREEK BEER - COFFEE TRIKYKLO has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,262 customers.

Tiki Bar Athens is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,829 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!

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Day 12 – Athens - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Athens - departure day

  • Athens - Departure day
  • More
  • Syntagma Square
  • More

Day 12 of your road trip in Greece is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Athens 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.

Syntagma Square is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Athens. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,701 visitors.

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

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

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