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1. Find cheap flights to Greece
Afraid of unexpected changes if you book too early? Book later; you might stumble upon last-minute deals.
Focus on finding cheap airfare to London, Paris, Rome, or Munich, and then look for smaller airlines that fly to Greece.
Ensure you are flexible with your travel dates. If your schedule permits, check the airfare for a day or two before or after your ideal departure and return dates; you might be pleasantly surprised.
2. Rent a car before you arrive
Car rentals in Greece are charged in Euros, and you will have to pay the base rental fee plus currency conversion fees if paying in USD. However, if you book in advance—for example, online—the rates offered are often similar to those in the United States (for vacations), potentially saving you 30-50%. This is most effective with American car rental companies operating in Greece. Additionally, if you want a lower price, you can choose a manual transmission instead of an automatic; however, this requires confidence in your ability to handle Greek drivers, traffic, and mountain roads.
6. Take the airport bus to the airport
This is the best tip I can give. With just a little extra time and effort, you can save a significant amount of money—easily enough to cover the cost of a budget hotel on a small island. If you have the stamina to take the bus to Athens, it will only cost you 3 Euros. Compared to taking a taxi, you can save at least 30 Euros.
7. Take the airport metro
Although it is twice as expensive as the airport bus, taking the metro can sometimes be more interesting. However, be aware that you may need to drag your luggage across the street to reach the metro station, and navigating the station with bags can be a bit cumbersome. If you are traveling with two or more people, you can save one or two Euros by purchasing a group ticket, or if you are on your own, just sit next to someone pleasant and start your journey.
8. Schedule free museum visits into your travel plan
Nothing is cheaper than free—there are often opportunities for free museum visits in Greece. While it can sometimes be crowded due to the free admission, it is certainly a great way to save money.
9. Athens archaeological site combo ticket
For just 12 Euros, you can use one ticket to visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Roman Agora, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens. One ticket is valid for several days and saves at least one-third compared to buying individual tickets. Just remember not to overlook the remaining sites covered by the ticket. If you plan to visit other famous attractions, be sure to specify this when purchasing, as they are not automatically included.
10. Don't fly; take the ferry.
If you have more time than money in your itinerary, making a few small adjustments—such as taking a ferry—is the best approach. The overnight voyage from Piraeus to Heraklion on the island of Crete is not only very convenient but also saves you the cost of one night in a hotel. Taking a seaplane from Crete to Santorini is also a good option—you won't need to arrive at the airport too early for a series of procedures, and it is a very short route.