Before you go

Greece travel guide

Entry requirements, the etiquette locals actually notice, what a week really costs, and the phrases worth learning. Verify visa rules for your own passport — they change, and they differ by nationality.

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Entry & practicalities

Visa

Check the official entry requirements for your passport, residence and travel dates.

Power

Type C/F · 230V

Tap water

Bottled recommended on the islands

Tipping

5–10% at restaurants is appreciated

SIM / eSIM

eSIM widely available

Always confirm entry rules with the official consulate for your passport before booking.

Etiquette that matters

2 rules

🚽

Bin the toilet paper

Plumbing is delicate — paper goes in the bin, not the toilet.

🍽️

Relaxed, generous meals

Dinners are long and shared; a small tip is appreciated but not required.

What it costs

€1,290 · ≈ $1,406 USD · at 1 € = $1.09

food

€440

34%
hotel

€450

35%
transport

€260

20%
tickets

€140

11%

A planning estimate from a real Ryoko trip, not a quote. Your dates, pace and standard will move it.

Phrases worth learning

Γεια σας

Hello (yia sas)

Ευχαριστώ

Thank you (efharistó)

Παρακαλώ

Please / you’re welcome (parakaló)

Πόσο κάνει;

How much is it? (póso káni)

Μιλάτε αγγλικά;

Do you speak English? (miláte angliká)

Στην υγειά μας!

Cheers! (stin ygiá mas)

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