Unexpected medical costs, flight delays or lost luggage can ruin any holiday, but they shouldn’t ruin your year. Travel insurance for Greece protects you against these holiday mishaps.
What is Greece travel insurance and do you need it?
Travel insurance for Greece means you’re covered against unexpected medical costs, lost luggage, or trip cancellations.
Greece is well-loved by British holidaymakers. Around 4.6 million Brits visit Greece every year, and it’s easy to see why. The sun, the sea and the intricate history of ancient Greece. But there’s no telling what might happen during a trip away. That’s why our travel insurance for Greece covers a range of issues so you can focus on enjoying your trip.
- Emergency medical costs: You never know what emergency health issues could occur on your holiday. In the event of an emergency, you want to be seen quickly. Unfortunately, Greece has the lowest number of GPs of all European countries. This is where travel insurance for Greece comes in. It pays to be protected and to be able to be repatriated if necessary.
- Protects your valuables: Theft of passports, wallets and handbags is common on the metro and in crowded tourist places, particularly in central Athens. Our Gadget cover protects your valuables up to £2,000.
- Stay covered while you’re outside: The Greek scenery is magnificent, so it’s no wonder people want to explore the countryside. We cover over 100 popular activities, including hiking, surfing, cycling, sailing, and golfing.
- Protect against flight delays: If flight delays affect your trip, we’ll cover you.
We’re here to support you with the best travel insurance policy for your trip to Greece. We’ve helped over 27 million travellers get cover, and 99.7% would consider buying from InsureandGo again3.
What does InsureandGo’s Greece travel insurance cover?
What’s covered?
Our travel insurance for Greece includes:
- Medical emergency expenses.
- Cover for cancellation of your trip.
- Our 24-hour emergency assistance team, available to call, day or night, wherever you are
- Over 100 sports and activities covered (see your policy wording for a full list of activities)
- Personal belongings and baggage cover.
- Personal money, passports and travel documents cover.
- Accommodation cover.
- Legal expenses cover.
What’s not covered?
There are some situations travel insurance will not cover. For example:
- You cannot cover events or reasons to claim which took place before you booked the trip or purchased insurance. Insurance exists to cover unexpected events outside of the insured’s control
- Claims which are less than the excess for that section of cover. For example, you cannot claim a £40 lost item if your baggage excess is £60
- All of our travel insurance policies include cover for cancellation of your trip, but there may be some exclusions. For example, you won’t be covered to cancel if you simply decide not to go
Find out about our optional add ons for activities like extreme sports, cruises and golf. Please note: Our winter sports add on cover is only available to those under 65.
We will consider all pre-existing medical conditions. Find out more about medical travel insurance.
The excess and amount of cover available varies depending on the level of travel insurance you buy. Check the policy wording to see the full terms and conditions.
The best travel insurance for Greece
Each holiday is different, which is why each type of cover needs to be different. We tailor each travel insurance policy to your needs while you’re away. Not sure what you need? Here’s what we’d suggest.
- Taking the kids away with you? Cover everyone in one go with a family travel insurance plan. Less paperwork, more fun.
- Taking multiple trips abroad this year? Our annual multi-trip travel insurance saves you time and money, covering you all year with a single policy.
- Or perhaps just one big holiday? Our single trip travel insurance lets you travel abroad for up to 365 days.
- Embarking on a cruise? You’ll need cruise holiday insurance to protect you against cruise-specific mishaps, like cabin confinement, cruise interruption, and itinerary changes.
- Got your eyes set on golfing at Costa Navarino? We don’t blame you, but make sure you and your clubs are covered with our golf insurance.
- Not just visiting Greece? Depending on how far you’re going, you might need Europe travel insurance or worldwide travel insurance.
Greece travel insurance with pre-existing medical condition cover
Before you get your travel insurance for Greece, you’ll need to follow a medical screening process. If you have any pre-existing conditions, this is the time to declare them.
When you go through the medical screening, we might ask you some follow-up questions about your condition/s. These might include things like:
- When were you first diagnosed?
- Are you currently taking medication for your condition?
- When were you last admitted to hospital for this condition?
Remember that you must disclose any and all medical conditions before you set up your travel insurance, otherwise, your policy may become invalid. To find out more, please read our page about travel insurance for medical conditions or take a look at our policy wording documents.
If you’d rather talk to someone instead, please get in touch with us.
Choose a cover level to suit your travel needs
| Black | Gold | Silver | |
| Medical expenses and repatriation | Unlimited | £15 million | £10 Million |
| Cancellation and curtailment | £10,000 | £7,500 | £5,000 |
| Travel delay | Up to £650 | Up to £540 | Up to £450 |
| Personal belongings | £5,000 | £2,500 | £2,000 |
| Legal Expenses | £60,000 | £50,000 | £15,000 |
| Standard Excess | Nil | £50 | £60 |
Which destinations are covered by our Greece travel insurance?
Travel insurance for Greece covers the entirety of Greece, including all of the Greek Isles. We cover:
How to buy our Greece travel insurance
There’s so much to think about when planning a holiday. You can get your travel insurance for Greece sorted in just two steps.
1. Let us know a little info
We need to know a bit about your holiday, who you want to cover, and when you want the policy to start. We will also ask you for information regarding any pre-existing medical conditions so we can provide you with the right level of cover.
It’s quick and easy to give us this information, either online or by calling our team:
2. Get your quote
After you’ve given us all the necessary details, we’ll send you a quote. Once you’ve got the quote, you can either purchase it there and then, or save it for the future.
Russell Wallace – Travel insurance expert
“It’s clear to see why Brits love jetting off to Greece. The history, the weather, and the food! But it’s important to be covered for all eventualities, as you never know what will happen. In particular, the heat can cause unexpected health concerns, and sea urchins can get you on Greek beaches. Having a policy that covers medical repatriation is a must for anyone thinking of heading to Greece.”
Our reviews speak for themselves
Greece
“Very helpful this is the third year which I have used InsureandGo. Very happy with everything and very nice people to talk to.”
– Helen
– Date of experience: 17 January 2024
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Frequently asked questions on Greece travel insurance
Is Greece in Europe for travel insurance?
Yes, Greece is in Europe. If you’re visiting Greece, you must ensure that you get a European travel insurance policy. If you’re visiting Greece and another country outside of Europe this year, you’ll need to get a Worldwide travel insurance policy.
Do you need travel insurance for Greece?
Travel insurance is not required to enter the country of Greece, but the UK Government recommends that all British nationals get the required level of travel insurance before they leave the country. Remember that you’ll be liable for any costs incurred if you have a medical emergency abroad and don’t have travel insurance. This could be for things like ambulances, medical repatriation, or ongoing treatments.
How much does travel insurance for Greece cost?
The cost of travel insurance is based on multiple factors, including:
- Your age
- Your medical history
- Your destination
- The length of your trip
Each of these can vary from person to person, which means the cost of travel insurance for Greece will also vary.
Do the Greek Isles class as Greece for travel insurance?
Yes, the Greek Isles are still classed as Greece for your travel insurance policy. If you’re visiting any of the islands, you should select Greece as your area of cover when getting your travel insurance quote. This still applies even if you’re visiting the smaller islands, such as Koufonisia, Amorgos or Milos.
Do UK citizens get free healthcare in Greece?
If you have a GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card),you’re entitled to any necessary or emergency state-provided medical treatments during your trip. Any treatment you receive will be on the same terms as Greek nationals.
You will still need travel insurance if you visit Greece. This is because the GHIC does not cover all health-related costs. For example, it does not cover medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment, or non-urgent treatment
Who can buy an InsureandGo worldwide travel insurance policy?
All our travel insurance for Greece policies are available to UK residents. This means:
- Someone who has been living in the UK or the Channel Islands for at least six of the last 12 months
- They must be in the UK at the time of purchase
- All trips must start and end in the UK
Unfortunately, we can’t provide cover to anyone who doesn’t fit this description.
Get a quote online or browse our policy documents for more information.
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