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5 Days in Halkidiki — The Complete Experience

Who Is This Itinerary For

With 5 days you can enjoy both major peninsulas plus an island day trip. Perfect for couples and families. Budget: €400-700 per person.

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Days 1-2 — Kassandra

Explore Kassandra in depth. Day 1: Afytos, Kallithea, sunset views. Day 2: beaches at Hanioti, nightlife at beach bars. For dining in Afytos, try the traditional cuisine.

Days 3-4 — Sithonia

Move to Sithonia. Day 3: Vourvourou and its islands, Kavourotrypes. Day 4: Sarti, Sarti beach, fish taverna. Check out the best Sithonia beaches and enjoy water activities.

Day 5 — Ammouliani Island

Day trip to Ammouliani — Halkidiki's only inhabited island. Ferry from Tripiti. Beaches Alykes, Megali Ammos. Evening: final dinner before departure. Rent a car for maximum flexibility.

Budget Breakdown

  • Accommodation: €40-80/night x 4 = €160-320
  • Food: €25-45/day x 5 = €125-225
  • Car rental: €30-50/day x 5 = €150-250
  • Ferry + activities: €30-60

Tips

  • Stay 2 nights in Kassandra, 2 nights in Sithonia
  • Book accommodation early
  • Bring a snorkel mask

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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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