Luxury 11-Day Relaxed Greece Road Trip Vacation from Athens to Kalamata and Leonidio

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Greece begins when you reach Athens, where you’ll stay for a total of 8 nights.

Athens is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Syntagma Square. Around 5,723 visitors have rated this fascinating square and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Athens offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Karamanlidika. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,838 customers.

Atitamos serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Athens has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,348 reviews.

If you’re curious about what Athens looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Couleur Locale, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,817 reviews.

360 Cocktail bar offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Athens. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,580 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Greece! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Greece!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Athens at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Athens, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 7 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Theatre of Dionysus. This incredible greek theatre has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,590 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Athens, the wonderful Acropolis Museum. This archaeological museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,590 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Odeon of Herodes Atticus. This odeon has received an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 14,876 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Acropolis of Athens. This acropolis is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 1,807,580 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.8 out of 5 stars from 121,830 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Parthenon. This amazing site is a wonderful ancient greek temple with more than 72,885 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Athens itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Athens. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Maiandros restaurant. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,357 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Ama Lachei, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Ama Lachei is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 4,018 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Athens and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Upupa Epops - The bar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,915 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular The Clumsies. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,694 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Athens at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Athens, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 6 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Technopolis City of Athens. This incredible museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,517 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Athens, the wonderful Temple of Hephaestus. This ancient greek temple is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,517 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Ancient Agora of Athens. This archaeological site has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,433 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Philopappos Hill. This park is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,326 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Temple of Olympian Zeus. This amazing site is a wonderful ancient greek temple with more than 26,224 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 3 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Athens itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Athens. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Efcharis restaurant. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,655 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Nolan, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Nolan is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 3,404 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Athens and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Kuko's The Bar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Juan Rodriguez Bar •Compañia de Bebida. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Athens at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Athens, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 5 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Roman Agora. This incredible square has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,938 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Athens, the wonderful Hadrian's Library. This building is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,938 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Monastiraki Square 6. This rescue excavation has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,612 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable National Archaeological Museum of Athens. This national museum is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 594,219 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 28,892 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Athens itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Athens. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Tavern Klimataria (est.1927). This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,650 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at ELLYZ Cafe Athens, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. ELLYZ Cafe Athens is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 3,827 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Athens and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Brettos. This vibrant bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Harvest Coffee & Wine. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,906 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Kallithea, where you’ll be staying for another 4 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Kallithea will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Greece.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination, the stunning Water Square. Around 4,901 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, a popular cultural center and another top-rated attraction in Kallithea.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Stavros Niarchos Park. This local attraction is an amazing park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 36,893 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Kallithea. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Kallithea and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Kallithea that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Kallithea to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,226 customers, the dining experience Rosalia offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

Lithos Tavern is another pleasant place to eat in Athens. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Ippopotamos, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Mayros Gatos, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,357 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you'll explore the best attractions in Palaio Faliro at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Palaio Faliro, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Flisvos Park. This incredible amusement park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,176 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Greece by seeing another popular site in Palaio Faliro, the wonderful Palaio Faliro. This city is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,176 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Greece. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Palaio Faliro itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Greece extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Palaio Faliro. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Kuzina. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. LIONDI Traditional Greek Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 2,159 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Palaio Faliro and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Tiki Bar Athens. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,829 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular nice n easy. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,597 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 7 of your relaxed road trip across Greece, you’ll explore the area around Lavreotiki, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Lavreotiki will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Greece.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating ancient greek temple, the stunning Temple of Poseidon at cape Sounion. This top sight attracts more than 222,800 people each year. Around 14,557 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Archaeological Site of Sounion, a popular museum and another top-rated attraction in Lavreotiki.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Archaeological Museum of Lavrion. This local attraction is an amazing archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 245 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Greece by joining a traveler-approved tour in Lavreotiki. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Lavreotiki and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Lavreotiki that will make your self-drive tour in Greece more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Lavreotiki to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Athens for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of Greece by eating at one of the best restaurants in Athens.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,812 customers, the dining experience Arcadia Restaurant offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in Greece.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Buena Vista Social Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Athens is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,552 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Barley Cargo, another well-known bar in Athens. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,676 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in Greece is all about!

Day 8 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the hamlet of Gefyra Isthmou. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Kalamata, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Corinth Canal East Entrance is waiting for you. This must-see tourist destination has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,790 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Gefyra Isthmou has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Kalamata. In Kalamata, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Corinth is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is THE CHAGIATI, one of the best restaurants in Corinth. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 871 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing THE CHAGIATI.

Locals also recommend Notiás as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Notiás as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 535 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Kardamo. Kardamo is another of the most popular places to eat in Corinth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,040 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Blossom Owl / Coffee Shop / Roastery. Blossom Owl / Coffee Shop / Roastery is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,098 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Bistroteca. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Luna Lounge. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Luna Lounge is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 9 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Leonidio. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Leonidio, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Monastery Elonas is waiting for you. This place of worship has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,479 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Leonidio has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Leonidio. In Leonidio, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Sparta is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Restaurant-Pizzeria "In LEONIDIO", one of the best restaurants in Sparta. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,089 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Restaurant-Pizzeria "In LEONIDIO".

Locals also recommend Estiatorio "Mitropoli" as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Estiatorio "Mitropoli" as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Restaurant-Pizzeria Pritanion. Restaurant-Pizzeria Pritanion is another of the most popular places to eat in Sparta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 406 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Kasseta the bar. Kasseta the bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 262 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Panjika Cooperative. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 325 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Kalye Cafe Bar. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Kalye Cafe Bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 10 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Greece gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Mykines. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Athens, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Mycenae is waiting for you. This archaeological site has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,051 visitors. It’s estimated that around 342,854 people visit this attraction every year.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is "Treasury of Atreus" or "Tomb of Agamemnon". This unique best-rated sightseeing destination is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,631 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Mykines has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Greece. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Athens. In Athens, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Greece.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Nafplio is an excellent idea.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Greece!

Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in Greece is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Athens.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Athens once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Greece on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

National Garden of Athens is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Athens. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,206 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 11 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Athens or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Athens and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 11-day relaxed road trip in Greece is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.