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7 Days in Halkidiki — One Week Itinerary

Who Is This Itinerary For

A full week gives you time to discover Halkidiki in depth — beaches, mountains, islands, and culture. Budget: €600-1200 per person.

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Days 1-2 — Kassandra Peninsula

Tour of Kassandra. Day 1: Kallithea beaches, Afytos village walk. Day 2: Hanioti, Pefkohori, Hanioti restaurants. Evening strolls along beach bars.

Days 3-4 — Sithonia

Move to Sithonia. Day 3: Vourvourou, Karidi beach. Day 4: Kavourotrypes, Porto Koufo. Discover the most quiet beaches and try water activities.

Day 5 — Mountain Villages

Inland exploration day. Visit Arnea and Parthenonas — stone-built traditional villages. See the villages guide. Local honey, tsipouro, traditional tavernas.

Day 6 — Ammouliani & Drenia Islands

Trip to Ammouliani and the Drenia islets. Unspoiled beaches, crystal-clear waters. Ferry from Tripiti. Find accommodation near Ouranoupoli.

Day 7 — Ouranoupoli & Mount Athos Cruise

Final day in Ouranoupoli. Cruise around Mount Athos — see boat tours. Shopping at local stores, then departure. Rent a car for the entire trip.

Budget Breakdown

  • Accommodation: €40-80/night x 6 = €240-480
  • Food: €25-45/day x 7 = €175-315
  • Car rental: €30-50/day x 7 = €210-350
  • Excursions + ferry: €50-100

Tips

  • Change base every 2 nights for variety
  • Start mornings early for quiet beaches
  • Keep one day unplanned for relaxation

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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