What does Greece travel insurance cover?
Travel insurance for Greece can help protect you against a range of unexpected problems before and during your trip. Depending on the policy and level of cover you choose, this can include cancellation, emergency medical expenses, baggage, travel delays, personal liability and 24/7 emergency medical assistance. Before you travel, always read your policy wording so you understand what is covered, what is excluded and what limits apply.
Athens, the islands and Greek history
Greece is ideal if you want history, culture and sunshine in one trip. You might be visiting the Acropolis and ancient Agora in Athens, following the stories of Socrates, Plato and classical democracy, or travelling north towards places linked with ancient battles and mythology. For many Irish holidaymakers, Greece also means the islands: Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Kos, Zakynthos, Santorini and Mykonos, each with its own mix of beaches, villages, harbours, food, nightlife and historic sites.
Beach holidays, island hopping and Greek food
Greece is made for beach holidays, relaxed family breaks and island-hopping adventures. You might be spending a week in Crete, exploring coves in Zakynthos, taking a ferry between islands, staying in a small harbour town, or enjoying a city-and-island trip with a few nights in Athens before heading to the coast. Food is a big part of the trip too, from souvlaki, grilled fish and Greek salads to olive oil, local wine, honey, pastries and a glass of ouzo or tsipouro after dinner. If your trip includes flights, ferries, accommodation, tours or activities, travel insurance can help protect the money you have spent if certain insured events affect your plans.
Do I need medical cover for Greece?
Irish travellers can use an EHIC for medically necessary state-provided healthcare in Greece, but an EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance. It does not cover everything, such as private medical treatment, repatriation to Ireland, cancellation, baggage, delays or lost and stolen property. Medical expenses can be costly, especially if private treatment or transport home is needed, so travel insurance can give you broader protection for your trip. This can be especially important if you are travelling with family, island hopping, taking ferries, booking activities or paying in advance for flights and accommodation.
