Is Greece Expensive? (Cost Breakdown For Traveling In 2020) • Indie Traveller

When it comes to travel costs, Greece can be a bit deceptive. As a country, it has the reputation of being inexpensive. But as a travel destination, it isn’t always so cheap. So… what’s the deal?

Greece suffered many economic problems over the years and the reality is that cost of living in Greece is quite low. That said, about 20% of Greece’s GDP comes from tourism, so it’s their big money-maker. As such, they do know what to charge foreign tourists. If you’re going for a made-for-Instagram vacation on a dreamy Greek island, it won’t be super cheap.

If you’re expecting Greece to be on par with travel costs in, say, Eastern Europe or the Balkans, then you’ll be disappointed. On the other hand, the costs in Greece can still be very reasonable compared to Western or Northern Europe. This is especially true if you travel in the low- or shoulder season.

I recently spent a month in Greece — mainly in Athens, Peloponnese, and Zakynthos —  and kept a daily record…