Greek Holidays Hit Record High Price for Poles, Exceeding 6,200 Zloty

The cost of a summer holiday for Poles has surged to unprecedented levels, with the average price for a package tour now reaching 6,185 Polish zloty. This record high, observed for trips scheduled between August 3 and August 9, 2026, marks a significant shift in the travel market.

Greece, a perennial favorite among Polish tourists, has particularly seen its average holiday price climb, setting a new benchmark for the destination. Its average cost now closely rivals that of the Canary Islands, which have traditionally been the most expensive option for Polish travelers. This price parity between two popular destinations signals a broader trend of increasing travel expenses.

While weekly price fluctuations are common, with some destinations like Sardinia and Crete experiencing sharp increases and others like Sicily seeing decreases, the overall trend points towards higher costs. The report highlights that only Greece and Egypt saw average price increases in the past week among the top five destinations for Polish tourists.

Furthermore, the year-on-year price difference has also widened considerably. Traveldata, the research institute behind the findings, noted that the current average price is 300 zloty higher than the previous year, a difference not seen earlier in the season. Destinations like Lanzarote, Kos, and Corfu have experienced the most significant annual price hikes, while Malta, Sicily, and Sardinia have seen the largest annual price drops. Despite these variations, the overall cost of travel for Poles appears to be on an upward trajectory.