10 ideal places with low prices for family vacations in Greece!
Summer is coming and you are thinking more is the ideal place for family vacations with your children… Family vacations, and even financial ones, that you would like to realize is a feasible dream, as long as you act immediately.
To make it easier to organize your vacation, trivago presents 10 Greek destinations where you can make affordable family vacations this summer.
Halkidiki
Loved destination for every northern Helladite and for every family that has visited it: Halkidiki enchants you with its crystal clear waters, the green of nature and the well-organized tourist facilities that offer comfort and luxury. Because like Halkidiki, it doesn’t!
Useful information:
- A great privilege is its easy accessibility – in addition to some traffic problems that you may encounter on the way from Thessaloniki to Halkidiki.
- The cost of living in a family room starts at 45 euros.
- Areas with options in family hotels in Halkidiki: Potidea, Sani, Afitos Koroni, Agios Nikolaos.
Peloponnese
What makes Peloponnese a favorite family destination? From the shores of Argolida overlooking the Aegean Sea to the vast golden sands of the Sahara with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, the Peloponnese is an inexhaustible place that you will always find reasons to visit. It is both organized and easily accessible, with a plethora of family hotels and hostels. Meet the top 10 beaches of the Peloponnese!
Useful information:
- Very easily accessible, just a few hours away by car.
- The cost of living in a family room starts at 37 euros.
- Areas with options in family hotels in the Peloponnese: Nafplio, Kardamyli, Montenegro, Arkoudi.
Epirus
In Epirus you will find pristine nature, traditional architecture and you will enjoy both the coolness of the mountain and the sea. Between Pindos and the Ionian Sea, in mountain ranges and gorges, castles and traditional villages, Epirus is a destination that will fascinate both you and your children. A different summer vacation experience that you will definitely want to repeat.
Useful information:
- Very easily accessible, just a few hours away by car.
- The cost of living in a family room starts at 36 euros.
- Areas with options in family hotels in Epirus: Sivota, Parga.
Learn more about Parga and Sivota: The “Caribbean” of Greece with its exotic beaches and lush landscape!
Crete
Crete is an island with a plethora of options that never ceases to amaze you and every time you visit it you think about your next trip to it. The beaches of Crete impress with their beauty and offer the right ground for endless hours of play. If you have several days to rent a car and take the tour of Crete, an experience that will be unforgettable. Remember that Crete is one of the five best holiday destinations in the world!
Useful information:
- Airports of Crete:
- State Airport of Heraklion N. Kazantzakis
- State Airport of Chania
- Municipal Airport of Sitia
- Airline tickets may cost you less than ferry tickets, as many low-cost airlines land at Crete airports.
- Ships from Athens (Piraeus) make trips to the ports of Heraklion and Chania.
- The average travel time corresponds to nine hours.
- The cost of living in a family room in Crete starts from 34 euros.
- Areas with options in family hotels in Crete: Platanias Chania, Gouves, Agia Marina, Agia Pelagia, Hersonissos, Elounda.
Evia
The second largest island in our country, very close to the capital, with numerous attractions, beautiful beaches and a variety of activities. Evia is an excellent tourist-organized island and is one of the most suitable for family vacations. Find more information about family tourism in Evia on its official website, here. These are the 23 secret treasures of Evia that you must first discover!
Kefalonia
One of the most popular and cosmopolitan Ionian islands, it is without a doubt one of the most ideal destinations for family vacations. With a plethora of beaches and landscapes that are constantly changing, all tastes and needs can be met. You will definitely find the one that suits you best, so that you have an unforgettable vacation.
Useful information:
- The state airport of Kefalonia “Anna Pollatou” is buzzing with activity during the summer months, both from domestic destinations and from Europe. Within Greece it is connected with: Athens, Thessaloniki, Zakynthos, Corfu and Preveza.
- To reach Kefalonia by ferry you must take the ferry from Kyllini.
- The cost of living in a family room in Kefalonia starts from 65 euros.
Thasos
Thasos, the island – a station for the people of northern Helladia, as it is only an hour away from the port of Kavala. This island is ideal for family moments. With its blue, crystal clear beaches and rich nature, the quiet island of Thasos will compensate you with its picturesqueness, abundant tranquility and unique memories.
Useful information:
- You can only reach Thassos by boat. The average travel time from the port of Keramoti is estimated at 40 minutes.
- The cost of living in a family room in Thassos starts from 69 euros.
Kos
Kos, one of the most popular Greek islands for Greek and foreign tourists with its organized tourism and natural beauties is suitable for family vacations. Historic attractions, beaches, tourist resorts are some of your choices on the island of Hippocrates.
Useful information:
- Flights to Kos State Airport, “Hippocrates”, during the summer months, are dense and are operated by almost all major airports in Greece.
- The ferry journey from Athens (Rafina, Piraeus, Lavrio) to Kos takes about 10 hours.
- The cost of living in a family room in Kos starts at 40 euros.
Rhodes
An island, many areas to explore. In Rhodes you will bring to life, with your little ones, the fairy tale in the Medieval city and you will enjoy beaches of incomparable beauty. The sights and beautiful villages are not missing from the island, while you will definitely find the accommodation you dreamed of.
Useful information:
- During the summer, there are flights from almost all major airports in Greece to the state airport of Rhodes, “Diagoras”.
- Airline tickets can cost you even less than ferry tickets.
- By boat, Rhodes is connected to the port of Piraeus. The duration of the trip is estimated at 13 hours.
- The cost of living in a family room in Rhodes starts from 40 euros.
Naxos
The largest island in the Cyclades, Naxos, is ideal for a quiet family vacation. Cycladic architecture, beautiful sandy beaches and hospitality will steal your heart (and the little ones together). A quiet and beautiful island worth visiting with your family!
Useful information:
- The state airport of Naxos, “Apollo”, is connected to the airports of Thessaloniki and Athens.
- The ferry journey from Athens (Rafina, Piraeus, Lavrio) to Naxos lasts from three to five and a half hours (depending on the type of ship).
- The cost of living in a family room in Naxos starts from 60 euros.