Cheap 12-Day Greece Road Trip from Athens traveling west to Volos, Thessaloniki, Ioannina, and Patras

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 12-day road trip through Greece! Travel to Athens, Volos, Thessaloniki, Kalambaka, Ioannina, and Patras with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Greece for less with this 12-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Acropolis of Athens, the captivating Parthenon, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Greece and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 5 nights in Athens, 1 night in Volos, 2 nights in Thessaloniki, 2 nights in Ioannina, and 1 night in Patras.

This customizable and cheap Greece travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Greece at the lowest price!

On arrival in Athens, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Greece. Explore the magnificent Acropolis Museum to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Aristotelous Square and take in its distinct atmosphere. Greece offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Greece. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Greece.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Greece, like the stunning White Tower of Thessaloniki. You'll visit the incredible Stavros Niarchos Park to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 12-day road trip, you'll leave Greece happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 12-day vacation in Greece. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 11 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Greece with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Greece travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Greece and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Greece’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Greece offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Greece with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Greece fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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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 / 2 nights
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
meteora greeceMeteora

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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 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
Πύλη ἈδριανοῦHadrian's Arch
Nafplio Port
photo of view of Temple of Hephaestus in Ancient Agora, Athens, Greece.Temple of Hephaestus
Arta's Bridge, Arta Municipality, Arta Regional Unit, Epirus, Epirus and Western Macedonia, GreeceArta's Bridge
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
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
Iç Kale Acropolis, Ioannina Municipality, Ioannina Regional Unit, Epirus, Epirus and Western Macedonia, GreeceIch Kale Acropolis of Ioannina
Garden of Heroes, Community of Messolonghi, Municipal Unit of Iera Poli Messologhiou, Municipality of Mesolongi, Aetolia-Acarnania Regional Unit, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreeceGarden of Heroes
photo of theEntrance hall Archaeological Museum of Pella, Greece.Archaeological Museum of Pella
The Clock Tower of Ioannina

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Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

  • Athens - Arrival day
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  • National Garden of Athens
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You'll pick up your rental car in Athens and begin your adventure in Greece.

Athens 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 Athens and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing National Garden of Athens will make your cheap holiday in Greece truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 35,829 visitors.

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 Athens. An excellent example is the popular Karamanlidika. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Greece is Atitamos.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Maiandros restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,357 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Couleur Locale is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 7,817 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Athens we recommend is 360 Cocktail bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Upupa Epops - The bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 5,915 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 4 nights left in Athens.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Parthenon. This incredible attraction is an ancient greek temple that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 72,080 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Acropolis of Athens. This spectacular acropolis and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 120,655 reviews.

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

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

This local attraction is a captivating ancient greek temple with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,722 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Greece more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 3 – Athens

Day 3

Day 3 – Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 9 km, 35 min

  • Technopolis City of Athens
  • Philopappos Hill
  • Acropolis Museum
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus
  • Hadrian's Arch
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Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in Athens.

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

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Philopappos Hill. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 18,153 reviews.

This well-known archaeological museum and marvelous attraction hosts 814,565 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Acropolis Museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 63,138 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Greece is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Temple of Olympian Zeus.

This local attraction is a captivating top-tier point of interest with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,420 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Greece more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

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

Rosalia is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,226 customers.

Kuzina is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Athens. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,159 reviews.

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

Brettos is a fantastic bar many locals in Athens recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Ippopotamos, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,396 customers.

Mayros Gatos is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Athens. Customers have rated the exciting Mayros Gatos an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,357 reviews.

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

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Day 4 – Athens

Day 4

Day 4 – Athens

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Drive 36 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • Hymettus, Kesariani & Vyronas Aesthetic Forest
  • Roman Agora
  • Monastiraki Square 6
  • National Archaeological Museum of Athens
  • Nea Filadelfeia Forest
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Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Athens.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Hymettus, Kesariani & Vyronas Aesthetic Forest. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 5,147 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Roman Agora. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 12,799 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Monastiraki Square 6 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 16,181 reviews.

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

This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 8,167 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Greece more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

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

Arcadia Restaurant is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,812 customers.

Barley Cargo is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Athens. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers.

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

Tiki Bar Athens is a fantastic bar many locals in Athens recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,829 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Zampano, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,675 customers.

Buena Vista Social Bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Athens. Customers have rated the exciting Buena Vista Social Bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,552 reviews.

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

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Day 5 – Volos

Day 5

Day 5 – 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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On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,525 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center.

This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,874 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Palaio Faliro. This attraction, an amazing city, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,976 travelers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 6 – Thessaloniki

Day 6

Day 6 – 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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On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Greece, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Thessaloniki and end your day in the city of Thessaloniki, 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 Thessaloniki is the amazing Saint Konstantinos Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,127 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Volos Port. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,812 travelers, a visit to this well-known port and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding Paralia Voloy. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,016 visitors.

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

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

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Thessaloniki’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Pulp. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kitchen Bar. This popular bar in Thessaloniki has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,067 bar-goers.

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

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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 adventures in Greece, you’ll go deep into Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 1 night, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Thessaloniki, and meet locals along the way!

Thessaloniki offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Electra Palace Thessaloniki to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Thessaloniki. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,812 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star A. D. Imperial Palace. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Thessaloniki. A. D. Imperial Palace has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,833 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Thessaloniki should also consider El Greco. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. El Greco has been rated by 4,142 guests with an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Thessaloniki offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Thessaloniki the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding square, Aristotelous Square. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 42,179 visitors.

The famous White Tower of Thessaloniki is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible fortified tower and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 50,663 visitors. Up to 290,192 people visit the fantastic White Tower of Thessaloniki every year, so make sure to drop by today!

Thessaloniki is also the home of the extraordinary The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. Around 13,531 travelers have rated the spectacular The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. With an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from a total of 6,924 reviews, a visit to this wonderful archaeological museum and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Greece is also your chance to admire the fantastic Arch of Galerius and Rotunda up close. This fascinating tetrapylon and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous Arch of Galerius and Rotunda enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,979 travelers.

Come to Thessaloniki prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Greece. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Thessaloniki.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki, Sebriko. Locals enjoy eating at Sebriko for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,978 diners.

Curious about the nightlife in Thessaloniki? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Thessaloniki after dinner.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Greece!

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Day 8 – Thessaloniki, Kalambaka, and Ioannina

Day 8

Day 8 – Thessaloniki, Kalambaka, and Ioannina

  • Thessaloniki
  • Ioannina
  • Meteora
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Drive 334 km, 4 hours 46 min

  • Kapani
  • Agias Sofias Square
  • Meteora
  • More

Day 8 of your road trip across Greece offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Thessaloniki and the enchanting Kalambaka, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Thessaloniki and end the day in Kalambaka, where you'll stay for 2 nights.

Buckle up because day 8 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 Thessaloniki is the magnificent Kapani. Around 11,510 visitors have rated this excellent market and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Agias Sofias Square on this leg of your self-drive tour in Greece. This attraction is a well-known square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 10,128 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Meteora. This popular site is a valued monastery in Kalambaka and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 35,413 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 9 – Ioannina

Day 9

Day 9 – Ioannina

  • Ioannina
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Drive 38 km, 1 hour 7 min

  • Vrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum)
  • The Clock Tower of Ioannina
  • Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina
  • Ioannina Castle
  • Cave of Perama
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On day 9 of your road trip adventures in Greece, you’ll go deep into Ioannina, where you'll stay for 1 night, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Ioannina, and meet locals along the way!

Ioannina offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Grand Serai Congress & Spa to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Ioannina. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,602 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Saz City Life Hotel. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Ioannina. Saz City Life Hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 823 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Ioannina should also consider Filokalia Hotel. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Filokalia Hotel has been rated by 372 guests with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Ioannina offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Ioannina the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding museum, Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,022 visitors.

The famous The Clock Tower of Ioannina is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,943 visitors.

Ioannina is also the home of the extraordinary Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina. Around 3,163 travelers have rated the spectacular Ich Kale Acropolis of Ioannina an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Ioannina Castle. With an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from a total of 11,412 reviews, a visit to this wonderful castle and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Greece is also your chance to admire the fantastic Cave of Perama up close. This fascinating show cave and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous Cave of Perama enjoys an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,636 travelers.

Come to Ioannina prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Greece. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Ioannina.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Ioannina, Metsovitiki Folia. Locals enjoy eating at Metsovitiki Folia for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,924 diners.

Curious about the nightlife in Ioannina? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Ioannina after dinner. Locals recommend Omilos, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 900 customers.

Chevalier is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Greece. Chevalier has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 739 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Ioannina.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Greece!

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Day 10 – Epirus and Patras

Day 10

Day 10 – Epirus and Patras

  • Patras
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Drive 311 km, 4 hours 27 min

  • Αcheron Springs
  • Arta's Bridge
  • Garden of Heroes
  • Rion-Antirion Bridge
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Day 10 of your self-drive vacation in Greece gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

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

While you’re in Epirus, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Acheron Springs. The fantastic Acheron Springs is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 13,175 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Arta's Bridge, a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 7,018 travelers.

Make Garden of Heroes your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,998 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Western Greece is the outstanding Rion-Antirion Bridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,277 visitors, this remarkable best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction deserves a spot on your Greece travel bucket list.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 11 – Nafplio and Athens

Day 11

Day 11 – Nafplio and Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 334 km, 4 hours 18 min

  • Nafplio Port
  • Fortress of Palamidi
  • Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon
  • Mycenae
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On day 11 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 Nafplio and end your day in the city of Athens, 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 Nafplio is the amazing Rion-Antirion Bridge. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,277 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Holy Church of Saint Andrew. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,631 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Nafplio is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nafplio is the outstanding Patras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,040 visitors.

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

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

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Athens’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Barley Cargo. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,676 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is SYN AThINA. This popular bar in Athens has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,574 bar-goers.

You can also go to Drachmi as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Drachmi is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,611 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!

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Day 12 – Athens - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Athens - departure day

  • Athens - Departure day
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  • Syntagma Square
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Athens.

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 Athens is the remarkable Syntagma Square. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,701 visitors.

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

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