Applications for the Social Tourism 2026-2027 programme start on Tuesday (21/04), according to the DYPA.
The start of applications starts earlier than in previous years in order to give beneficiaries the opportunity to organise their holidays from spring. At the same time, the aim is to decongest high demand months and boost off-peak tourism activity.
For this year, 300,000 vouchers are planned, with a total budget of 50 million euros. Each voucher is for a unique number for the beneficiary and his/her family members.
The program covers up to six nights at participating properties in the Providers Registry, with a small private participation by the beneficiary.
Beneficiaries of the Social Tourism scheme who choose accommodation in Northern Evia (Municipalities of Istiaiaia-Aidipsou and Mandoudi-Limni-Agia Anna), but also in the Regional Units of Magnesia, Karditsa, Larissa, Trikala and Evros, can secure up to 12 free nights.
Similarly, for those who use vouchers on islands such as Leros, Lesvos, Chios, Kos, Samos and Rhodes, up to 10 nights are provided without any private participation.
Subsidy on ferry tickets
The program also covers ferry tickets. Beneficiaries pay just 25%, while for disabled people tickets are provided free.
As for providers, subsidy prices remain increased by 20% for the Christmas period (15/12/2025 – 14/01/2026). The same increased subsidy applies throughout the year for accommodation in Northern Evia, Evros and Thessaly, with the exception of Sporades.
For more details and full information, interested parties can visit the official website of the EDO programme
