Cheap 5-Day Greece Road Trip from Thessaloniki traveling south to Trikala

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 42,179 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 Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 5,576 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Atatürk Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning house museum that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,420 visitors.

To make your trip to Thessaloniki more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,924 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki is often mentioned in Greece road trip itineraries.

The magnificent White Tower of Thessaloniki is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This fortified tower and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 50,663 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 290,192 people.

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!

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 Trikala, 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 11,510 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Agias Sofias Square. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,128 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Thessaloniki is likely to make your vacation in Greece even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Thessaloniki is the outstanding Holy Church of Hagia Sophia. This church has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,520 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Greece, drop by the popular Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. This attraction, an amazing tetrapylon, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,979 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,550 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 Trikala. Trikala 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 Trikala that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Trikala is Ouzo Vasilis. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 972 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Trikala, To Chani 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 2,894 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Palia Istoria. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Trikala enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,654 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Trikala’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Greece. For example, you can visit Krypti Mpar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bonjour Cafe Trikala. This popular bar in Trikala has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,081 bar-goers.

You can also go to Ivy as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Ivy is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 766 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 4 of your road trip across Greece offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Trikala and the enchanting Kastraki, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Trikala and end the day in Kastraki, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Trikala City Center Square. Around 3,935 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 Matsopoulos Park 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 8,871 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 Kastraki.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This popular site is a valued place of worship in Kastraki and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,462 visitors.

Another must-visit in Kastraki is the spectacular Meteora. This outstanding monastery and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from more than 35,413 travelers.

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.

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

Charoupi is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,912 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Thessaloniki is The Rouga, 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 2,900 customers.

The Greek offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Thessaloniki. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,117 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 Thessaloniki’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Loupino Restaurant is an excellent example of a great bar in Thessaloniki offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,657 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Tribeca, another of locals’ go-to bars in Thessaloniki. Tribeca is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 3,262 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Castra- All Day Terrace Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Thessaloniki. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 2,882 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!

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 top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,531 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Thessaloniki, consider a top-rated restaurant like Palati Thessaloniki. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,775 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!