# Budget Halkidiki — 5 Days on a Tight Budget

> How to enjoy Halkidiki for €350-500/person over 5 days

## Halkidiki on a Budget — €350-500/person for 5 Days
Halkidiki is affordable. Plan with [free beaches](https://chalkidikihub.gr/best/free-beaches), [camping](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/camping), local tavernas.

## Where to Stay (€20-40/night)

- **Camping**: Sithonia €15-25/person
- **Studios Nikiti/Moudania**: €30-50 — [listings](https://chalkidikihub.gr/listings)

## Getting There
Cheapest: bus from [Sofia](https://chalkidikihub.gr/from/sofia). Low-cost to SKG + KTEL €8-15.

## Day 1: Arrival + Beach
KTEL €8-15. Free beach. Souvlaki €5-8.

## Day 2: Sithonia Beach Hopping
Carpool €15-25. [Best beaches](https://chalkidikihub.gr/best/beaches-sithonia), picnic.

## Day 3: Hiking
Free: [Aristotle Trail](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/aristotle-trail). Afternoon swim. Gyros €6.

## Day 4: Polygyros
Market in [Polygyros](https://chalkidikihub.gr/places/polygyros/restaurants) €15. Free museum.

## Day 5: Departure
Local souvenirs, KTEL back.

## Budget

- Camping 4 nights: €80-100
- Food: €100-150
- Transport: €40-60
- Drinks: €30-50
- **Total: €280-400/person**

## Tips

- Lidl/Masoutis 30-40% cheaper
- Water in bulk
- Major bank ATMs
- Best months: June/September

_Source: https://chalkidikihub.gr — Chalkidiki Hub._