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Greece
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The cradle of civilization and a beach paradise. Romantic Santorini, historic Athens, and diverse Crete.
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Greek
Time Zone
-1 hr vs Riyadh
👥 Visitor Impressions — People & Safety
Greeks are warm-natured and love life. Service can be slow sometimes but well-intentioned. Arab tourism is widespread and they are accustomed to it.
✓ Hospitable and friendly in general✓ Impressed by Arab visitors✓ Wonderful and varied food ⚠ Slow service in restaurants and official bodies⚠ Some Santorini prices very inflated⚠ English limited on small islands 🛡 Very safe for tourists🛡 Low crime🛡 Athens safe in tourist areas🛡 Avoid poor neighborhoods in Athens
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✨ Best Time to Visit:
MayJuneSeptemberOctober
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Weather & Prices by MonthTap any month for details
January
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/13°
Cold and rainy
Budget
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February
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/14°
Cold
Budget
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March
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/17°
Pleasant
Budget
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April
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13°/22°
Wonderful spring
Moderate
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May
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18°/27°
Sunny and ideal
High
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June
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23°/32°
Hot — peak
Very Expensive
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July
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26°/35°
Very hot — most expensive
Very Expensive
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August
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26°/34°
Hot and crowded
Very Expensive
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September
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22°/30°
Warm and wonderful
High
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October
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17°/25°
Beautiful autumn
Moderate
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November
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12°/19°
Moderate
Budget
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December
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/14°
Cold and rainy
Budget
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Budget
Moderate
High
Very Expensive
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Entry & Visa Requirements (Saudi Passport)
Schengen Visa Required
Visa Type
Schengen Visa — via Greek Embassy
Duration
90 days / 180 days
Cost
~€80
Processing Time
15-30 working days
📋 Requirements:
✓ Valid passport 3 months after trip✓ Photos meeting Schengen specs✓ Full confirmed hotel booking✓ Round-trip ticket✓ 3-month bank statement✓ Travel insurance covering €30,000✓ Work letter
⚠️ Greek Schengen visa allows entry to 27 European countries. Apply early especially in summer season.
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Cost of a One-Week Trip (Per Person)
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Budget
$265 — $460
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$35
TypeHostel or small room in the old city
Food/day~$18
TypePopular taverna, gyros and local food
Transport/day~$7
💡 Greek gyros are cheap and delicious — avoid restaurants in tourist areas
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Mid-Range
$660 — $1155
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$100
Type3-4 star hotel or traditional house in Santorini
Food/day~$45
TypeFresh seafood and Greek meze
Transport/day~$12
💡 Restaurants away from Oia's main street are much cheaper
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Luxury
$1870 — $3520
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$250
TypeCave villa in Santorini or luxury resort
Food/day~$90
TypeSea-view restaurants with fresh fish
Transport/day~$25
💡 Watching the sunset from your villa terrace in Oia is a life experience
⚠️ Costs are estimates — may vary by season
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Muslim-Friendly Rating
👨‍👩‍👧Families✓ Suitable
👫Couples✓ Suitable
💍Honeymoon✓ Suitable
🧳Solo
6.3
out of 10
Religion
Eastern Orthodox Christianity
🛡️ Safety 8/10
Very safe for tourists. Low crime. Athens safe in tourist areas. Islands very safe.
🕌 Muslim-Friendly 4/10
Mosques rare outside Athens. Ramadan not noticeable. Halal options on small islands virtually nonexistent.
🍽️ Food 6/10
In Athens and Santorini halal options exist. Seafood and vegetables safe. Research in advance.
💰 Value for Money 5/10
Santorini and Mykonos very expensive. Athens and Crete more reasonable. Experience worth it.
🤝 Arab Hospitality 7/10
Generally welcoming to Arab tourists. Accustomed to Gulf tourism. Neutral atmosphere.
🌍 Ease of Navigation 7/10
Athens metro excellent. Inter-island ferries easy. English acceptable in tourist areas.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly 7/10
Wonderful beaches for children. Exciting historical sites. Santorini more suitable for couples than families.
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Tourist SIM Cards
📱 Cosmote
15GB
~$15 / SIM
Strongest in Greece
📱 Vodafone GR
10GB
~$14 / SIM
Excellent on islands
📱 WIND Hellas
8GB
~$10 / SIM
Budget for short visits
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Getting Around
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Island Ferries ⭐
Essential for moving between islands — book early in summer
Best for tourists
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Athens Metro ⭐
Goes directly to airport and easy to use
Best for tourists
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Sky Express
Domestic flights to far islands — faster than ferry
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KTEL Buses
Buses between cities — economical and reaches everywhere
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Best Areas to Stay

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Top Attractions & Activities
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The Acropolis
The world's most famous archaeological site — visit early morning to avoid crowds
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Oia Santorini Sunset
One of the most beautiful natural sights in the Mediterranean
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Crete Diving
Coral reefs, sea caves, and exceptional golden beaches
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Athens Museum
The largest collection of ancient Greek artifacts in the world
Milos Island
One of the most beautiful Aegean islands with white rock beaches
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Rhodes Historic Castle
A Crusader castle preserved from the 14th century
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