Cheap 5-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki traveling east to Kavala Prefecture

Your exciting road trip through Greece starts when you reach the incredible city of Thessaloniki, where you'll stay for 3 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 42,159 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 Kitchen Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,067 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 Wall by Wall, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

Loupino Restaurant is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,657 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 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 Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,009 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular White Tower of Thessaloniki. This popular place of interest is a stunning fortified tower that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 51,335 visitors. With around 290,192 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable White Tower of Thessaloniki is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Thessaloniki more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 12,215 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Arch of Galerius and Rotunda is often mentioned in Greece road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Atatürk Museum is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This house museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 7,650 reviews.

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 Sebriko. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,978 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Charoupi. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,912 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 Tribeca and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,262 customers.

Castra- All Day Terrace Bar 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 2,882 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Blue Cup | Creative bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,254 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!

On day 3 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 Kavala Prefecture, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki is the amazing Kapani. This travel destination is a market that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Holy Church of Hagia Sophia. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,652 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding Agias Sofias Square. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,231 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica. This attraction, an amazing church, has been rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,909 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,638 visitors from all over the globe.

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

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of 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, Tsalapeteinos (Tsalapeteinos Urban Farm) 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 2,267 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Balaouro. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Kavala Prefecture enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,730 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 FRANCO'S. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 932 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is MYLOY MOLOS Cafe Bar - Restaurant. This popular bar in Kavala Prefecture has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 512 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!

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 Thessaloniki, 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 Kavala Fortress. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,490 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ancient theatre of Philippi. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,986 travelers, a visit to this well-known greek theatre 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 Holy Baptistery of Saint Lydia of Philippi. This church has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,510 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.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Thessaloniki is The Rouga. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,900 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Thessaloniki, The Greek 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 3,117 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Palati Thessaloniki. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Thessaloniki enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,775 customers.

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 Menta. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,241 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Apallou. This popular bar in Thessaloniki has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,504 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kafodeio Greek as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kafodeio Greek is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,095 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Greece as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 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 The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,676 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Thessaloniki, consider a top-rated restaurant like Extravaganza. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,903 customers.

LOCAL Thessaloniki is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,056 customers.

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!