Road Trip Guide to Halkidiki: 3 Wonderful Road Trips by Car
Halkidiki is one of the most impressive destinations in Greece, full of natural beauty, beaches with turquoise waters and picturesque villages. And there’s no better way to explore it than with a car rental that gives you the freedom to chart your own route.
Here are 3 recommended road trips that you will never forget.
🛣️ 1. Short Route: Nea Moudania – Afitos – Kallithea
Distance: ~25km
Time: 30 minutes
Ideal for the first afternoon of your holiday. Start from Nea Moudania, stop at the traditional village of Afitos overlooking Toroneos Gulf and continue for a swim in Kallithea, with its organized beaches and lively nightlife.
📍 Suitable for small vehicles – easy access & comfortable parking.
🏖️ 2. Middle Route: Kassandra – Paliouri – Pefkohori – Poseidi
Distance: ~90km (circular route)
Time: 1.5-2 hours + stops
Drive along the Kassandra and explore seaside villages, tranquil bays and places you can’t imagine. Stop for coffee at Pefkohori, lunch at Paliouri and sunset at Possidi, next to the lighthouse.
📍 Recommended midsize or crossover car for cornering comfort.
🌲 3. Big Trip: Nikiti – Sarti – Kavourotrypes – Vourvourou
Distance: ~120km (one way)
Time: 2.5-3 hours + many stops
Sithonia is full of natural wonders. Start from Nikiti, continue to Sarti and Kavourotrypes (exotic beaches with white rocks), and end up in Vourvourou for relaxing in nature.
📍 An SUV or crossover is essential – the route has hills and difficult access to some beaches.
🗺️ Bonus Tip: Use offline maps
In several areas of Halkidiki there is no mobile signal. Download maps from Google Maps before you start your journey.
🚘 Explore Halkidiki with freedom
Car rental in Halkidiki offers you the opportunity to create your own memories, beyond tourist packages and timetables.
At Drive in Halkidiki, we have a modern fleet with direct pickup from Nea Moudania, Kallithea and Thessaloniki Airport.
