How much does a trip to Greece cost?

A tailor-made trip to Greece with travoHolidays starts from USD 2,607.60 per person for 11 nights or USD 2,727.20 for 8 nights, two sharing and land only, according to travoHolidays package prices, November 2026. On top, budget for site tickets such as the Acropolis at EUR 30 and the climate crisis resilience fee charged by your accommodation.

Below we break down what is fixed, what varies and how to get better value. See our Greece destination page for the full range of islands and sites.

Our Greece package prices

These prices are from travoHolidays package prices, November 2026. They are per person, two sharing, land only (international flights excluded), and vary by travel date and hotel choice.

The longer classic route costs slightly less from price than the shorter Santorini trip, a sign of how much Santorini's caldera-view hotels influence price.

Official fixed costs

Entry: visas, ETIAS and EES

Greece is in the Schengen area, and whether you need a visa depends on your nationality. For visa-exempt visitors, the official EU ETIAS site states, as of November 2026, that ETIAS is not yet in operation and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months in advance. The European Commission has set the fee at EUR 20 for when it launches. The Entry/Exit System has been fully operational since 10 April 2026 and is free.

Climate crisis resilience fee

Greece charges a climate crisis resilience fee on stays in hotels, rented rooms, short-term lets and tourist villas. According to Greece's tax authority AADE, it replaced the earlier accommodation tax from 2024 and is charged per room per night. The amount depends on the property category and season, so ask your specialist for the figure for your hotels; it is usually paid locally.

Archaeological sites

The Ministry of Culture lists the Acropolis at EUR 30 full price and EUR 15 reduced, sold on site and through the official e-ticketing service. Entry is free on several dates each year, including 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September and 28 October. Other sites, such as Delphi, Knossos and Delos, have their own prices — check the official ticketing site or ask your specialist.

Cost components at a glance

Greece uses the euro (EUR). The Greek National Tourism Organisation notes that foreign currency can be exchanged at airports, main ports and larger towns, with a passport required.

What drives the price — and how to save

• Season: July and August are the most expensive on the islands. Late May, June, September and early October usually give better value; see our month-by-month Greece guide.
• Island choice: Santorini and Mykonos command the highest hotel rates. Naxos, Paros or Crete can stretch the budget further.
• Room view: caldera or sea-view rooms in Santorini cost considerably more than village or garden rooms.
• Number of islands: each extra island adds a ferry or flight and a hotel change; two islands in a week is a comfortable maximum.
• Trip length: a longer stay on one or two bases spreads transfer costs, which is why our 11-night classic route starts lower than the 8-night Santorini trip.
• Guided touring: a private guide at the Acropolis or Meteora adds cost but saves time.

Sample budgets by travel style

Rather than guess at daily spends, we price each trip to your dates. As a guide to how the choices stack up, a typical first trip combines our package price with a handful of tickets and local spending:

• Culture-focused: the 11-night Athens, Meteora and Crete route from USD 2,607.60 per person, plus site tickets such as the Acropolis (EUR 30) and Knossos.
• Island romance: the 8-night Athens and Santorini trip from USD 2,727.20 per person, with upgrades for caldera-view suites quoted on request.
• Family holidays: a longer stay in Crete usually spreads costs better than several short island hops.
• Add-ons: a Delos boat trip from Mykonos or a Milos extension is priced to your dates.

Remember that the resilience fee, meals, drinks and optional excursions sit outside a land-only package, and that the free-entry days at state sites tend to be busier.

If it is your first trip, our Greece travel guide explains airports, ferries and etiquette.

Frequently asked questions

For an exact quote, share your dates and preferences through the Greece planner, or send a custom request for something different.

Sources

1. European Union — ETIAS official website
2. European Commission, Migration and Home Affairs — European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)
3. European Commission, Migration and Home Affairs — Entry/Exit System (EES)
4. Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) — Climate Crisis Resilience Fee FAQs (PDF)
5. Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports — Acropolis of Athens: information
6. Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports — official e-ticketing service
7. Greek National Tourism Organisation — Travel tips
8. GOV.UK — Foreign travel advice: Greece