‘Tourism for All 2026-2027’: More beneficiaries, longer duration, and enhanced benefits

Greece's Ministry of Tourism is significantly expanding its social tourism initiative with the new "Tourism for All 2026-2027" program. This enhanced program will accommodate more beneficiaries, extend its duration, and offer targeted support to vulnerable social groups and Greek families.

Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni stated that tourism is a social good and a right accessible to all. She emphasized that the new program broadens eligibility, provides greater support for individuals with disabilities and large families, and enables more citizens to explore the country's beauty. The program also serves as a tool to boost tourism throughout the year, supporting local communities and creating development opportunities, particularly in Greece's mountainous and less-promoted areas.

"Our goal is more inclusive, sustainable, and fair tourism that creates value for the economy and tangible benefits for society," Kefalogianni said. The program's launch is marked by its publication in the Government Gazette, establishing the upgraded initiative based on previous years' experiences. It introduces innovations aimed at strengthening social cohesion and extending the tourist season.

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tourism is a social good and a right that must be accessible to all.

The program will operate in two phases, with the first starting soon and concluding on June 30, 2027, followed by a second phase from early to December 31, 2027. The second phase will draw from the list of non-selected participants from the first phase, ensuring continuous operation and coverage of winter periods. A significant portion of the budget, 70%, will be allocated to the "shoulder months" from October to April to extend the tourist season and support local economies year-round.

Income criteria have also been adjusted, with increased limits to include more middle-class households. For example, the maximum income for single individuals without children rises from 19,000 to 21,000 euros, and for married couples without children, from 31,000 to 33,000 euros. For families with more children, the limits extend up to 58,000 euros. The program also connects with the ministry's campaign for "Mountainous Greece," promoting lesser-known destinations and fostering balanced tourism development across the country.

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Our goal is more inclusive, sustainable, and fair tourism that creates value for the economy and tangible benefits for society.