Cheap 10-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki to Komotini, Kavala Prefecture, Trikala, and Ioannina and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Greece starts when you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 4 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 Aristotelous Square will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 42,179 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. An excellent example is the popular Kanoula. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,335 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Greece is rOOTS. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Opsopoion Maganeiai. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,640 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

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 Makedonia Palace Hotel, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,530 customers.

Kitchen Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 9,067 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Thessaloniki, proving that cheap holidays in Greece can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,550 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Kapani. This popular place of interest is a stunning market that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11,510 visitors.

To make your trip to Thessaloniki more memorable, spend time at the fascinating White Tower of Thessaloniki. This well-known fortified tower attracts up to 290,192 people each year. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 50,663 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic White Tower of Thessaloniki is often mentioned in Greece road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This archaeological museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,924 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. More than 13,531 visitors have rated this top-tier point of interest and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Thessaloniki does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Thessaloniki on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Greece.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Greece, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Giok Balik, one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,336 reviews.

You can also check out Loupino Restaurant. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,657 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Sebriko. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,978 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Thessaloniki.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Thessaloniki for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Dentro sto Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,446 customers.

Wall by Wall is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit SKYLINE - OTE Tower. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Thessaloniki.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Thessaloniki!

You still have 2 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Greece.

Today’s adventure starts in Edessa. Edessa is a popular cheap holiday destination in Greece and the home of the wonderful Kioupri Byzantine Bridge. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 903 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Edessa is the fascinating Waterfalls Park, Edessa. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this urban park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,997 reviews.

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When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Thessaloniki.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Charoupi. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,912 customers.

The Rouga is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Thessaloniki. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Thessaloniki you might want to check out is The Greek. The Greek is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,117 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Thessaloniki, Loupino Restaurant. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,657 customers.

Tribeca is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Thessaloniki. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,262 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Castra- All Day Terrace Bar. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Thessaloniki. Castra- All Day Terrace Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,882 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Greece! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Thessaloniki!

On day 4 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 Kavala Prefecture and end your day in the city of Komotini, 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 Kavala Prefecture is the amazing Archaeological Museum of Philippi. This travel destination is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,132 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia of Philippi. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,473 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Kavala Prefecture is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Kavala Prefecture is the outstanding Faliro Park. This park has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,592 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Kavala Fortress. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,412 travelers.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Komotini. Komotini 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 Komotini that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Komotini is Kapsoyli. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Komotini, Pantopoleio sto Roloi is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,049 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Tavern "Port". Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Komotini enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 883 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Komotini’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Marmelada Wine Bar. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kaffeine. This popular bar in Komotini has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 960 bar-goers.

You can also go to Komotinaion Club as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Komotinaion Club is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,022 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 5 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 Komotini and end your day in the city of Kavala Prefecture, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Komotini is the amazing The Sword Monument. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,071 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kavala Prefecture. Kavala Prefecture 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 Kavala Prefecture that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Kavala Prefecture is To Araliki. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,214 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Kavala Prefecture, Balaouro 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 1,730 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Apiko Tsipoyradiko. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Kavala Prefecture enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,476 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Kavala Prefecture’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Tsalapeteinos (Tsalapeteinos Urban Farm). Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is FRANCO'S. This popular bar in Kavala Prefecture has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 932 bar-goers.

You can also go to 1901 Old Town Cafe Wine Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular 1901 Old Town Cafe Wine Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 331 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 6 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Greece is proof that there's more to the city of Krinides than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Krinides and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Kavala Prefecture.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Ancient theatre of Philippi. This incredible attraction is a greek theatre that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 2,946 visitors.

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After taking in the best of Krinides, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kavala Prefecture for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Meltemi is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,319 customers.

Mermaids And Guys is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Kavala Prefecture. 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 1,130 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Proto Katsiki, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,136 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Kavala Prefecture, 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 Kavala Prefecture.

Lychnari Cafe is a fantastic bar many locals in Kavala Prefecture recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at 180° sun & lounge, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,435 customers.

Egnatia City Hotel & Spa is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Kavala Prefecture. Customers have rated the exciting Egnatia City Hotel & Spa an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,153 reviews.

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

Day 7 of your road trip across Greece offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Trikala and the enchanting Katerini, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Trikala and end the day in Katerini, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 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 Matsopoulos Park. Around 8,871 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Trikala City Center Square on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 3,935 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Trikala, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Katerini.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Katerini Municipal Park. This popular site is a valued park in Katerini and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,501 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.

Trikala 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 Trikala offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Greece.

Ouzo Vasilis 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 972 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Trikala is To Chani, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,894 customers.

Palia Istoria offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Trikala. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,654 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 Trikala’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Krypti Mpar is an excellent example of a great bar in Trikala offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Bonjour Cafe Trikala, another of locals’ go-to bars in Trikala. Bonjour Cafe Trikala is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,081 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Ivy is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Trikala. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 766 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!

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 Kastraki and end your day in the city of Ioannina, 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 Kastraki is the amazing The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This travel destination is a place of worship that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,462 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Meteora. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 35,413 travelers, a visit to this well-known monastery and sightseeing spot in Kastraki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ioannina. Ioannina 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 Ioannina that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Ioannina is PsISTARIA TAVERNA "O SAKIS". This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 885 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Ioannina, Balsamico is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,077 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Ioannina enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,712 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Ioannina’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Spitaki me thea. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Palia Agora. This popular bar in Ioannina has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,278 bar-goers.

You can also go to Scala as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Scala is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 909 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 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. You’ll start your day in the city of Ioannina and end your day in the city of Vergina.

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 Ioannina, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Ioannina Castle. The fantastic Ioannina Castle is a popular castle and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,412 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Cave of Perama, a well-known show cave in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 6,636 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.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Ioannina, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Vergina.

Make Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae) your first stop. This popular museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,329 visitors.

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 Palati Thessaloniki, one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,775 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Thessaloniki, The Blue Cup | Creative bar. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,254 bar goers.

Menta is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Thessaloniki, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,241 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Apallou, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,504 customers.

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.

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!