Lefkada Travel Guide: Ice Cream Starts at Three Euros, Coffee Cheaper Than Sithonia

Lefkada, a popular Greek island destination for Serbian tourists, offers stunning turquoise waters and easy access via a causeway. However, visitors should plan their budgets carefully, as costs can vary significantly depending on their choices.

While grocery prices in larger supermarkets in the capital, Lefkas town, are comparable to those in Serbia, smaller local shops scattered across the island charge considerably more. For instance, a 400-gram package of caciki might cost around 2.5 euros in a large supermarket but jumps to 3.9 euros in a smaller shop in Vasiliki. This price disparity extends to most items, with an added 30 cents to 1.5 euros per product in smaller stores.

Dining out is more expensive, and ice cream prices are particularly striking, with a minimum cost of three euros. Even basic necessities like milk are around one euro, while feta cheese is approximately 10 euros per kilogram. Packaged water costs between 1.9 and 2.5 euros for a six-pack, and beer is best bought in multi-packs starting from five euros. Locally sourced Greek wines offer good value, ranging from five to six euros per bottle.

Meat prices are notably higher, with chicken fillet costing around 10 euros per kilogram. However, some cured meat products are cheaper than in Serbia and appear to be of better quality. Traditional Greek sheep and goat milk cheeses are available but come at a higher price than standard hard cheeses, ranging from 30 euros upwards.