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10 Days in Halkidiki — The Ultimate Holiday

Who Is This Itinerary For

10 days means a comprehensive holiday — every corner of Halkidiki plus day trips. Ideal for families or couples wanting to fully unwind. Budget: €900-1800 per person.

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Days 1-2 — Kassandra

Kallithea beaches, Afytos, Hanioti restaurants. Nightlife at beach bars. Full Kassandra guide.

Days 3-4 — Sithonia

Vourvourou, Kavourotrypes, Sarti, Porto Koufo. Best Sithonia beaches. Water activities.

Day 5 — Mountain Villages

Arnea, Parthenonas, Taxiarchis. Villages guide. Local products, traditional tavernas.

Day 6 — Ammouliani & Drenia

Ammouliani and the Drenia islets. Pristine beaches.

Day 7 — Mount Athos Cruise

Ouranoupoli, cruise around Mount Athos. A unique experience.

Day 8 — Thessaloniki Day Trip

Day trip to Thessaloniki — see the day trips guide. White Tower, Ladadika, waterfront.

Day 9 — Food & Wine Tour

Olive mills, wineries, local flavors — food and wine guide. Halkidiki honey, Olympiada olives.

Day 10 — Relaxation & Shopping

Final day: spa, shopping and souvenirs, slow breakfast. Last swim and departure. Find accommodation with a pool for the final night.

Budget Breakdown

  • Accommodation: €40-80/night x 9 = €360-720
  • Food: €30-50/day x 10 = €300-500
  • Car rental: €25-45/day x 10 = €250-450
  • Excursions: €80-150

Tips

  • Alternate active days with relaxation days
  • Book a car for 10 days — better weekly rate
  • September: ideal month for a long trip

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. It covers the top sights across all three Halkidiki legs (Kassandra, Sithonia, mainland) without feeling rushed.

Strongly recommended. Beaches and villages are spread out — buses exist but run rarely. Car rental from Thessaloniki starts ~€25/day.

Fully flexible. Swap days, drop or add destinations as you like — the plan is a guide, not a fixed schedule.

Browse /listings — book directly with owners, no booking fees. Filter by area (Kassandra, Sithonia, mainland).

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