Luxury 10-Day Greece Road Trip from Athens traveling north to Chalkida, Larissa, Thessaloniki, Trikala, Ioannina, and Patras

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Jan. - Dec.
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9 nights included
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Escape for the holiday of a lifetime with this 10-day luxury road trip in Greece!

Greece offers the ultimate luxury holiday experience for anyone up for an unforgettable adventure, including couples, families, solo travelers, and friends.

Your exclusive luxury holiday package will bring you to the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in the best destinations in Greece. With this perfectly planned vacation itinerary, you will stay 3 nights in Athens, 1 night in Chalkida, 1 night in Larissa, 1 night in Thessaloniki, 1 night in Trikala, 1 night in Ioannina, and 1 night in Patras, experiencing the ultimate luxury vacation in Greece.

We will help you have the best 10-day luxury holiday in Greece imaginable, so you can leave feeling fulfilled and inspired.

Upon arriving in Greece, you will collect the luxury rental vehicle of your choice. We will provide you with the best car rental for the entirety of your 10-day luxury self-drive holiday, including CDW insurance. From there, you will drive off to discover some of the best travel destinations in Greece, including the stunning Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon.

Your 10 days in this one-of-a-kind destination in Europe will be filled with bucket-list experiences and bespoke activities. Expect sweeping views over the best attractions, heavenly meals at top-rated restaurants, and world-class service at 5-star luxury hotels.

Finding the perfect luxury lodging is going to make your vacation in Greece feel truly special. The home for your 10-day luxury holiday will be only the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Greece. You will choose from the best selection of luxury hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located along your carefully planned self-drive route.

Throughout your exclusive vacation in Greece, you will get to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the country. Highlights of your itinerary include visiting the famous Acropolis Museum, experiencing the fantastic White Tower of Thessaloniki up close, and discovering the unique features of the highly-recommended Aristotelous Square. These are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you will find on your luxury travel itinerary in Greece.

Between attractions and activities, you will have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in Greece. Here you can find unique souvenirs to preserve the memory of your luxury holiday in Greece.

As your luxury vacation in Greece comes to an end, you will return home with new experiences and unforgettable memories. Not to forget, a full camera album on your phone with amazing photos and videos from the most beautiful places in Greece to share with your friends and family.

This exclusive travel plan is designed to include everything you need to have the best vacation in Greece. By booking this luxury holiday package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 10-day road trip in Greece. Let the experts figure out the details, so you can focus on enjoying.

To deliver the best experience possible, we make it easy for you to customize each day of your luxury holiday in Greece before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you will be able to explore Athens, Chalkida, Larissa, Pavlos Melas, Thessaloniki, Trikala, Ioannina, and Patras at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey. Enjoy a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, including all travel documents for your exclusive getaway to Greece.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Greece fill up quickly, so book your luxury vacation package in advance. Select a date and start planning your luxury holiday in Greece today!

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Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Photo of aerial view of Patras that is Greece's third-largest city and the regional capital of Western Greece.Patras / 1 night
Epirus - region in GreeceIoannina / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Katerini with beach, Greece.Katerini
Photo of temple of Apollo with Acrocorinth in the background. Ancient Corinth, Greece.Corinth
AthensAthens / 3 nights
Euboea - region in GreeceChalkida / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Saint Achilios of Larissa and part of the city, Thessaly Greece.Thessaly and Central Greece / 1 night
Thessaloniki Municipal Unit - city in GreeceThessaloniki / 1 night
Kallithea - city in GreeceKallithea
Photo of Medieval tower with a clock ,Trikala Fortress, Central Greece.Trikala / 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 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
photo of view of Monastiraki Square 6, Athens, Greece.Monastiraki Square 6
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 a fruits and vegetables stand at the outdoor market Kapani in Thessaloniki Greece,Thessaloniki Greece.Kapani
Ιερά Μονή Μεγάλου Μετεώρου - Μεταμορφώσεως του Σωτήρος, Kalampaka Municipality, Trikala Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, GreeceThe Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour
Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae), Veria, Imathia Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, GreeceMuseum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)
Katerini Municipal Park, Katerini, Pieria Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, GreeceKaterini Municipal Park
Vrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum), Ioannina Municipality, Ioannina Regional Unit, Epirus, Epirus and Western Macedonia, GreeceVrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum)
Monastery of Varlaam, Kalampaka Municipality, Trikala Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, GreeceMonastery of Varlaam
photo of view of Ship passing through Corinth Canal in Greece.Corinth Canal
photo of Perama Cave, Greece,Perama  Greece.Cave of Perama
Metsovo square
photo of view of Aerial view of the castle of Platamon, Pieria, Macedonia, Greece,Neos Panteleimonas Greece.Platamon Castle
Rion-Antirion Bridge, Aetolia-Acarnania Regional Unit, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreeceRion-Antirion Bridge
Saint Andrew Cathedral Church, 4th District of Patras - Central Sector, Municipal Unit of Patras, Municipality of Patras, Achaea Regional Unit, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreeceChurch of Agios Andreas
photo of view of Acrocorinth fortress, Peloponnese, Greece.Acrocorinth
Memorial of Leonidas and 300 Spartans, Κ. Θερμοπυλών, Lamia, Phthiotis Regional Unit, Central Greece, Thessaly and Central Greece, GreeceMemorial of Leonidas and 300 Spartans
Lazaristes Monastery, Terpsithea, Stavroupoli Community, Municipal unit of Stavroupoli, Pavlos Melas Municipality, Thessaloniki Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, GreeceLazaristes Monastery
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
Patras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras, 4th District of Patras - Central Sector, Municipal Unit of Patras, Municipality of Patras, Achaea Regional Unit, Western Greece, Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, GreecePatras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras
King George Ι Square (Patras)
Waterfront of Chalkida, Euboea Regional Unit, Central Greece, Thessaly and Central Greece, GreeceWaterfront of Chalkida
Karababa Castle, Δήμος Χαλκιδέων, Euboea Regional Unit, Central Greece, Thessaly and Central Greece, GreeceKarababa Castle
Chalcis

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Day 1

Day 1 – Athens - arrival day

  • Athens - Arrival day
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  • Temple of Olympian Zeus
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Your luxury holiday in Greece begins as soon as you reach the city of Athens. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Greece is Athens - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Athens.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Temple of Olympian Zeus. This ancient greek temple is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Athens, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 26,224 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Athens. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Athens.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Karamanlidika. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Athens.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Atitamos. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,348 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Couleur Locale is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Athens, and has an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,817 customers.

As your day in Athens is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Greece.

Make your way to 360 Cocktail bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Upupa Epops - The bar, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars among 5,915 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is The Clumsies. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 10-day luxury vacation in Greece and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Athens

  • Athens
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Drive 7 km, 52 min

  • National Archaeological Museum of Athens
  • Acropolis Museum
  • Odeon of Herodes Atticus
  • Acropolis of Athens
  • Parthenon
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On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Greece you will continue exploring the city of Athens. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Athens. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic National Archaeological Museum of Athens. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,892 visitors. National Archaeological Museum of Athens attracts around 594,219 visitors every year.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Acropolis Museum, which is an archaeological museum that gets around 814,565 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 64,209 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Odeon of Herodes Atticus odeon, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Acropolis of Athens is another stop you can visit today in Athens. This acropolis is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 121,830 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit. This place of interest usually attracts more than 1,807,580 visitors per year.

If you want to experience even more of Athens, then consider a visit to the incredible Parthenon. Parthenon is an ancient greek temple and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 72,885 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Athens has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Athens, make sure to check out Maiandros restaurant. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Ama Lachei. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,018 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Athens before is Efcharis restaurant. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Kuko's The Bar is one of the best bars in Athens and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

You may also want to check out Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

Alternatively, head out to ELLYZ Cafe Athens. ELLYZ Cafe Athens has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,827 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Greece has plenty more in store for you.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Athens, Kallithea, and Chalkida

  • Athens
  • Kallithea
  • Chalkida
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Drive 91 km, 1 hour 59 min

  • Monastiraki Square 6
  • Ancient Agora of Athens
  • Philopappos Hill
  • Stavros Niarchos Park
  • Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
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Get ready for day 3 of your luxury vacation in Greece. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Athens and Kallithea. You’ll stay in Chalkida for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Athens, the incredible Monastiraki Square 6. This popular attraction is a rescue excavation that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,612 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Ancient Agora of Athens, an outstanding archaeological site in Athens. Around 32,433 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Athens is the astonishing Philopappos Hill. This attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 18,326 reviews.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Greece. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Athens.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Kallithea.

Make your way to the incredible Stavros Niarchos Park for some unforgettable sightseeing in Kallithea. This popular attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,893 visitors.

Next up, steer your step in the direction of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 53,342 travelers and is one of the most fantastic places to visit in Kallithea.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Chalkida. Luxury hotels in Chalkida offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Chalkida.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Chalkida, To Spitiko Mezedopoleio - Oyzeri. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,217 reviews.

Locals also recommend Asteria Plage as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Chalkida. The Asteria Plage is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,861 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at METOXIATIS GRILL. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,355 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Chalkida's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Galatiko Chorio. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,186 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Xenia food cocktail cafe. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Xenia food cocktail cafe has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,213 customers.

Alternatively, go to Stavento. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 795 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Greece with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Thermopyles and Larissa

  • Chalkida
  • Thessaly and Central Greece
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Drive 301 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Chalcis
  • Waterfront of Chalkida
  • Karababa Castle
  • Memorial of Leonidas and 300 Spartans
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On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Greece you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Chalkida and the city of Larissa. You’ll stay in Larissa for 1 night.

Your day starts in Chalkida. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Chalkida Waterfront your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,481 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Karababa Castle. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,450 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Chalkida by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Greece to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Greece. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Chalkida today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Larissa, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Nonna Rossa, one of the best restaurants in Larissa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,797 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Las Ramblas Coffeebar as one of their top choices in the city. Las Ramblas Coffeebar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,338 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Larissa is Mpakalógatos. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,836 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Gossip Downtown is one of the best bars you can visit in Larissa tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,557 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Klímax. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,734 customers.

Alternatively, try KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ”. KUBRICK Pure Social “ Club ” is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,128 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Greece! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Katerini, Neos Panteleimonas, Vergina, and Thessaloniki

  • Katerini
  • Thessaloniki
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Drive 205 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Platamon Castle
  • Katerini Municipal Park
  • Museum of the Royal Tombs at Aigai (Aegae)
  • Lazaristes Monastery
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On day 5 of your luxury holiday in Greece, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Katerini and the city of Neos Panteleimonas. You’ll stay in Thessaloniki for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Katerini Municipal Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,555 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Katerini is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Greece. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Greece’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Neos Panteleimonas.

Make your way to the incredible Platamon Castle in Neos Panteleimonas for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,353 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Thessaloniki.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Greece, we recommend you try Kanoula, one of the best restaurants in Thessaloniki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,335 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend rOOTS as one of the top restaurants in the city. ROOTS is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Thessaloniki is Kitchen Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,067 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Pulp. This bar is considered one of the best in Thessaloniki and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Wall by Wall. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,128 customers.

Alternatively, go to Loupino Restaurant. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Thessaloniki and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,657 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Greece awaits!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Thessaloniki and Trikala

  • Thessaloniki
  • Trikala
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Drive 217 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • Kapani
  • Aristotelous Square
  • The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
  • White Tower of Thessaloniki
  • Arch of Galerius and Rotunda
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On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Greece you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Thessaloniki and the city of Trikala. You’ll stay in Trikala for 1 night.

Your day starts in Thessaloniki. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Kapani your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this market and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Aristotelous Square. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,159 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding The Umbrellas Sculpture by Zogolopoulos. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,676 visitors.

When you’re finished at the fortified tower, the perfect next stop is the popular White Tower of Thessaloniki. This spectacular fortified tower and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 51,335 reviews. White Tower of Thessaloniki attracts about 290,192 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Arch of Galerius and Rotunda. This tetrapylon is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,215 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Thessaloniki by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Greece to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Greece. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Thessaloniki today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Trikala, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ouzo Vasilis, one of the best restaurants in Trikala. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 972 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend To Chani as one of their top choices in the city. To Chani is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,894 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Trikala is Palia Istoria. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Krypti Mpar is one of the best bars you can visit in Trikala tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Bonjour Cafe Trikala. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,081 customers.

Alternatively, try Ivy. Ivy is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Greece! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Kastraki, Metsovo, and Ioannina

  • Ioannina
  • Meteora
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Drive 142 km, 3 hours 17 min

  • The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour
  • Monastery of Varlaam
  • Meteora
  • Metsovo square
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Get ready for day 7 of your luxury vacation in Greece. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Kastraki and Metsovo. You’ll stay in Ioannina for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Kastraki, the incredible The Great Meteoron Holy Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. This popular attraction is a place of worship that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,527 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Meteora, an outstanding monastery in Kastraki. Around 36,135 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Greece. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Kastraki.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Metsovo.

Make your way to the incredible Metsovo square for some unforgettable sightseeing in Metsovo. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,592 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Ioannina. Luxury hotels in Ioannina offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Ioannina.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Ioannina, PsISTARIA TAVERNA "O SAKIS". This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 885 reviews.

Locals also recommend Balsamico as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Ioannina. The Balsamico is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,077 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Frontzoy Politeia - Frontzu Politia Restaurant. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,712 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Ioannina's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Spitaki me thea. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,243 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Palia Agora. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Palia Agora has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,278 customers.

Alternatively, go to Scala. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 909 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Greece with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Ioannina, Mesolongi, and Patras

  • Patras
  • Ioannina
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 23 min

  • Ioannina Castle
  • Cave of Perama
  • Vrellis Greek History Museum (Wax Museum)
  • Garden of Heroes
  • Rion-Antirion Bridge
  • More

On day 8 of your luxury holiday in Greece, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Ioannina and the city of Patras. You’ll stay in Patras for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Ioannina Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,505 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Cave of Perama. This show cave and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 6,774 reviews.

The wonderful Moyseio Ellinikis Istorias Payloy Vrelli is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Ioannina. This well-known attraction, and spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,143 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ioannina is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Greece. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Greece’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Patras.

Make your way to the incredible Rion-Antirion Bridge in Patras for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,338 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Patras.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Greece, we recommend you try Kafeteria "Theatraki" | Patra, one of the best restaurants in Patras. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,539 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Carousello as one of the top restaurants in the city. Carousello is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Patras is Bodegas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,710 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Notos. This bar is considered one of the best in Patras and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Beer Bar Q. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,281 customers.

Alternatively, go to Abbey. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Patras and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,435 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Greece awaits!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Gefyra Isthmou and Athens

  • Patras
  • Corinth
  • Athens
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • King George Ι Square (Patras)
  • Patras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras
  • Church of Agios Andreas
  • Acrocorinth
  • Corinth Canal
  • More

Get ready for day 9 of your luxury vacation in Greece. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Patras and Gefyra Isthmou. You’ll stay in Athens for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Patras, the incredible King George I Square (Patras). This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,021 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Patras' South Park - Notio Parko Patras, an outstanding park in Patras. Around 3,069 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Patras is the astonishing Holy Church of Saint Andrew. This attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,700 reviews.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Greece. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Patras.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the hamlet of Gefyra Isthmou.

Make your way to the incredible Corinth Canal East Entrance for some unforgettable sightseeing in Gefyra Isthmou. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,790 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Athens. Luxury hotels in Athens offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Athens.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Athens, Nolan. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,404 reviews.

Locals also recommend Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Athens. The Tavern Klimataria (est.1927) is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Rosalia. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,226 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Athens's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Brettos. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,481 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Harvest Coffee & Wine. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Harvest Coffee & Wine has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,906 customers.

Alternatively, go to Ippopotamos. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,396 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Greece with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Athens - departure day

  • Athens - Departure day
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  • National Garden of Athens
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Today is the last day of your 10-day luxury holiday in Greece and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Athens before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Greece by heading out to the stunning National Garden of Athens. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 36,206 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Athens.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Athens, check out the menu at Lithos Tavern. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Kuzina. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,159 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Athens and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Greece in your luggage!

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