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Tourist Visa

Tourist Visa

Citizens of countries non-members of the Schegen Agreement should need a Visa to pass the Greek borders. If you fall into this category, it’s advisable to timely consult with your travel agent or the local Greek Embassy or Consulate before travelling. Visa is NOT  required for citizens of the Schengen Agreement member states. Greece conforms to the [...]

Weather

Weather in Greece

Athens is an ideal destination throughout the year thanks to its climate being favourable to tourism in all four seasons. Rainfalls are scarce (estimated to reach 40cm or 16in a year) and there is sunshine 300 days a year. Summer in Athens (from June until August) is dry and hot with temperatures ranging from 20° [...]

Public Holidays in Greece

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The following table contains all public holidays in Greece. Date English Name Greek Name Greek Name Remarks January 1 New Year’s Day Protochronia Πρωτοχρονιά Also celebrated ecclesiastically as the feast of St. Basil the Great and of the church of Christ. 3 January 6 Epiphany or Theophany Theophaneia Θεοφάνεια 3 moveable Easter – 41 days Clean Monday or Shrove Monday Kathara Deftera [...]