Discover Greece: 8-Day Road Trip from Athens to Kastraki

This Greece road trip includes round-trip flights, 7 nights of hotel accommodation, one rental car for the duration of your trip, an expert trip manager, and all applicable taxes & fees related to the booking process.

You'll travel through Athens, Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi and Kastraki, with a suggested route designed to showcase the best of mainland Greece at your own pace.

The package is designed as a self-guided Greece road trip, allowing you to travel independently while following a carefully planned itinerary with recommended stops, scenic drives and experiences along the way.

Meals, fuel, parking fees, tolls, attraction entrance fees, and optional tours or experiences are not included unless specifically stated in your booking.

Greece is a fantastic destination throughout the year, but April to October generally offers the best conditions for a road trip, sightseeing and exploring the country's archaeological sites and coastal towns.

Spring (April - June) brings mild temperatures, green landscapes and fewer crowds, making it an excellent time for archaeological sites and scenic drives.

Summer (July - August) offers long sunny days and lively towns, although temperatures can be high, particularly in inland areas.

Autumn (September - October) is another excellent time to visit, with warm weather, fewer crowds and comfortable conditions for exploring.

Winter (November - March) offers a quieter experience and is well suited to cultural sightseeing, although mountain destinations such as Meteora can be colder and some routes may be affected by winter conditions.

This itinerary is designed for 8 days (7 nights), with hotel stays across five destinations in mainland Greece: Athens, Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi and Kastraki.

The trip follows a carefully planned route that takes you through some of Greece’s most iconic historical and scenic destinations:

• Athens to Nafplio: approximately 1.5 hours, with opportunities to visit Corinth, Mycenae and Epidaurus along the way.
• Nafplio to Olympia: approximately 2.5 hours.
• Olympia to Delphi: approximately 4 hours, with a stop in Patras.
• Delphi to Kastraki: approximately 3 hours, with a stop at Thermopylae.
• Kastraki to Athens: approximately 3.5 hours, with time to visit the monasteries of Meteora before continuing to Athens.

The destinations and hotel stays are part of the package itinerary, while the suggested stops and sightseeing activities along the route give you flexibility to explore each area at your own pace.

Driving times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, road conditions and the time spent at stops along the way.

Your journey begins at Athens Airport, where you'll collect your rental car before driving to your hotel.

You'll then follow a scenic route through Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi and Kastraki, before returning to Athens for your final night and flight home.

While the destinations and hotel stays are part of the package, the itinerary gives you the freedom to explore each location at your own pace. Suggested sightseeing, stops and experiences are provided to help you make the most of your journey, but you decide how to spend your time.

Yes - your trip can be customized. Flights, hotels and activities may be adjusted to suit your preferences. Contact the Yes Getaways team to discuss additional nights, hotel upgrades or other itinerary changes.

Yes. Greece is a popular destination for self-drive holidays, and a rental car gives you the flexibility to explore archaeological sites, coastal towns, mountain villages and scenic countryside that can be difficult to reach by public transportation.

As in the United States and Canada, Greece drives on the right-hand side of the road.

Some roads, particularly in mountainous areas, can be narrow or winding, so allow extra time and drive carefully. In larger cities such as Athens, traffic can also be heavier, especially during busy periods.

A valid U.S. or Canadian driver's licence is required to drive in Greece. An International Driving Permit (IDP) may also be required or recommended depending on your licence and rental company requirements.

We recommend confirming the exact documentation requirements with your rental car provider before departure.

Greece has toll roads, particularly on major routes connecting Athens with destinations throughout mainland Greece. Tolls are not included in the package price.

Your rental car provider will explain the payment process and any available options when you collect your vehicle.

Yes. Package pricing is generally based on double occupancy, so a single supplement may apply for solo travellers.

To view solo pricing:

• Change the traveller count from 2 to 1 in the booking calendar.
• Select "See Dates & Prices" to display the updated total.
• Or contact our travel specialists for personalized assistance.

Yes. Flight customizations may be available, including options such as checked baggage, preferred seating, Premium Economy or Business Class upgrades.

These options may be available for an additional charge and are subject to airline availability.

Contact the Yes Getaways team before booking if you'd like help arranging specific flight preferences.

The itinerary is designed as a self-guided road trip, so the sightseeing suggestions and recommended stops are not automatically included as guided tours.

The route includes suggested highlights such as the Acropolis in Athens, Mycenae and Epidaurus, Ancient Olympia, Delphi, Thermopylae and the monasteries of Meteora.

You can also add optional experiences during the booking process or arrange them separately, including Athens sightseeing tours, Acropolis and Acropolis Museum tours, Delphi excursions, Greek food experiences, traditional dinners and island cruises. Additional costs apply.

Your package includes a selection of 3★ to 5★ hotels, depending on your selected departure date, availability and package option.

Hotels may vary by destination and travel dates. Available examples include properties in Athens, Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi/Kalabaka and Athens for the final night.

The exact hotels available for your dates will be displayed during the booking process.

Hotel upgrades may also be available, subject to availability.

Breakfast may be included depending on the hotel and rate selected. It is not guaranteed across all bookings, so please check the specific hotel and meal plan shown when selecting your dates.

Lunches and dinners are not included, giving you the freedom to discover Greek cuisine throughout your journey.

Look out for local favourites such as souvlaki, moussaka, fresh seafood, Greek salads, grilled meats, regional cheeses and traditional pastries.

The package includes one rental car for the duration of your road trip.

The exact vehicle category, transmission, rental conditions and inclusions may vary depending on the selected package and travel dates.

If you prefer an automatic vehicle, larger car or SUV, contact our travel specialists before booking to check available upgrade options and pricing.

Parking availability and arrangements vary by hotel and destination. Depending on the property, guests may have access to complimentary on-site parking, while other hotels may offer parking for an additional fee or have limited spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis.

In larger cities such as Athens, parking may be more limited, while hotels in smaller destinations may offer more convenient parking facilities.

Parking fees are not included in the package price unless specifically stated otherwise. If parking is an important consideration for your trip, our Yes Getaways travel specialists can assist in reviewing the parking options available at your selected hotels and help identify the most suitable arrangements for your stay.

Yes. Greece has a network of toll motorways, and you may encounter tolls during your road trip, particularly on the longer journeys between Athens and mainland destinations.

Toll charges are not included in the package price unless specifically stated otherwise.

Most toll stations accept common payment methods, but it is a good idea to carry a payment card and some cash while driving.

Any local hotel or city taxes that may apply are not included in the package price and must be paid directly to the hotel during your stay.

For U.S. and Canadian citizens, Greece is part of the Schengen Area, and visa requirements depend on nationality, passport status and length and purpose of stay.

For standard short tourist visits, U.S. and Canadian passport holders generally do not require a Schengen visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Entry requirements can change, so travellers should always verify the latest passport, visa and entry requirements with their government's official travel advisory before departure.

⚠️Please note that entry into the United Kingdom requires an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for many visa-exempt travellers, including eligible U.S. and Canadian citizens. If your itinerary includes arrival in, departure from, or a transit or layover through the United Kingdom, you may be required to obtain an ETA before travel. Entry requirements can change, and it is the traveler's responsibility to verify current visa, passport, and transit requirements before departure through their government's official travel advisory website.

To book your Greece road trip or request a customized itinerary, simply select "See Dates & Prices" and complete your reservation securely online.

If you'd like to extend your stay, upgrade your hotel, customize your flights or modify your rental car, our Yes Getaways travel specialists can help.

For priority booking assistance, contact the Yes Getaways team at (647) 694-5673 during office hours.

For local emergencies in Greece, dial 112, the standard European emergency number for police, fire or medical assistance.