The cost of a wedding in Greece or Crete depends mainly on the number of guests, the length of stay, the type of ceremony and the services you want to include.

A small symbolic wedding for a few people will have a very different budget from a larger destination wedding with accommodation, dinner, open bar, photography, live music and a full wedding programme.

That is why we created a simple calculator where you can build an estimated wedding budget based on your own plans.

What affects the cost of a wedding in Greece the most?

The biggest factors are:

• number of wedding guests

• number of nights in Greece

• whether you cover travel and accommodation for all guests or only some of them

• civil or symbolic ceremony

• size and type of wedding venue

• wedding dinner, welcome drinks and open bar

• photography and videography

• flowers, beauty and décor

• DJ, live music and entertainment
  
  

For larger weddings, costs that are calculated per guest usually have the biggest impact on the overall budget.

Wedding day vs. travel and accommodation

For a destination wedding, it helps to separate the budget into two main parts:

Wedding day
This can include the ceremony, venue, food, drinks, photography, video, flowers, décor, music and entertainment.

Travel and accommodation
This can include flights, accommodation, airport transfers and related coordination.

Not every couple pays for travel and accommodation for all their guests. That is why our calculator allows you to choose how many people you want to include in this part of the budget.

Civil or symbolic wedding?

A civil wedding in Greece is a legally valid marriage and requires the relevant documents, translations and official administration.

A symbolic wedding can look almost identical but does not have legal effect and requires much less paperwork.

If you are not sure which option is right for you, read our separate guide to civil, symbolic and religious weddings in Greece.

FAQ: How much does a wedding in Greece cost?

Is a wedding in Greece more expensive than getting married at home?

Not necessarily. It depends mainly on the number of guests, the venue, the services you choose and whether travel and accommodation are included in your budget.

What has the biggest impact on the cost of a destination wedding?

Usually the number of guests, venue, food and drinks, accommodation, travel and the amount of additional services.

Do we need to pay for flights and accommodation for all our guests?

No. Some couples cover the full stay, others pay only for accommodation or part of the travel costs, and some guests pay for their own trip entirely.

Is a symbolic wedding cheaper than a civil wedding?

Usually yes. A symbolic ceremony does not require the same level of legal paperwork, translations and official administration as a civil marriage.

Can we calculate the cost of a wedding in Greece in advance?

Yes, at least approximately. The final price will always depend on the date, venue, supplier availability and exact services required.

Want to Know How Much Your Wedding Could Cost?

Use the calculator above to create an estimated budget based on your guest count, length of stay and the services you want to include.

If the result fits what you have in mind, you can send us your configuration directly and ELEMENTS COMPANY will prepare a tailored proposal for your wedding in Greece.