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Cruises Greek islands

The Greek islands' cruises will take you on a journey of discovery through their most beautiful corners, all shrouded in an aura of myths and legends that give the landscape an attractive and mysterious atmosphere.

1112 cruises

Greek islands: Italy, Turkey, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,263.75
price per person Taxes included
6 reservations in 36 hours
Carnival Miracle ® | Oct 6, 2025
Duration: 12 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Istanbul,
5. navigation,
6. Mykonos,
7. Athens,
8. Katakolon,
9. navigation,
10. Naples,
11. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Greece, Turkey

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,649.08
price per person Taxes included
Carnival Miracle ® | Oct 26, 2025
Duration: 13 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Santorini,
5. Istanbul,
6. navigation,
7. Athens,
8. Heraklion,
9. Katakolon,
10. navigation,
11. Naples,
12. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,048.23
price per person Taxes included
10 reservations in 48 hours
Carnival Legend ® | Sep 11, 2026
Duration: 9 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Mykonos,
5. Athens,
6. Katakolon,
7. navigation,
8. Naples,
9. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Turkey, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,423.76
price per person Taxes included
Carnival Legend ® | Sep 20, 2026
Duration: 12 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Istanbul,
5. navigation,
6. Mykonos,
7. Athens,
8. Katakolon,
9. navigation,
10. Naples,
11. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Greece, Turkey

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,356.27
price per person Taxes included
7 reservations in 48 hours
Carnival Miracle ® | Aug 25, 2025
Duration: 12 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. Katakolon,
4. navigation,
5. Istanbul,
6. navigation,
7. Mykonos,
8. Athens,
9. navigation,
10. Naples,
11. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Turkey, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,423.76
price per person Taxes included
Carnival Legend ® | Oct 11, 2026
Duration: 12 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Istanbul,
5. navigation,
6. Mykonos,
7. Athens,
8. Katakolon,
9. navigation,
10. Naples,
11. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,062.38
price per person Taxes included
Carnival Miracle ® | Sep 6, 2025
Duration: 9 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Mykonos,
5. Athens,
6. Katakolon,
7. navigation,
8. Naples,
9. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Turkey, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,273.54
price per person Taxes included
9 reservations in 36 hours
Carnival Miracle ® | Sep 15, 2025
Duration: 12 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Istanbul,
5. navigation,
6. Mykonos,
7. Athens,
8. Katakolon,
9. navigation,
10. Naples,
11. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Greece

Civitavecchia Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,093.94
price per person Taxes included
9 reservations in 36 hours
Carnival Miracle ® | Sep 27, 2025
Duration: 9 nights
Departure from: Civitavecchia Landing: Civitavecchia
Itinerary:
1. Civitavecchia,
2. navigation,
3. navigation,
4. Mykonos,
5. Athens,
6. Katakolon,
7. navigation,
8. Naples,
9. Civitavecchia

Greek islands: Italy, Montenegro, Greece

Ravenna Itinerary Greek islands
from $1,307.29
price per person Taxes included
7 reservations in 36 hours
Explorer Of The Seas | Jul 19, 2025
Duration: 7 nights
Departure from: Ravenna Landing: Ravenna
Itinerary:
1. Ravenna,
2. navigation,
3. Kotor,
4. navigation,
5. Athens,
6. Santorini,
7. Argostoli,
8. navigation,
9. Ravenna
1112 cruises

Greek islands: Curiosities and suggestions

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Cruises to the Greek islands range in price from €200 to over €2,000 per person. The price depends on the number of nights of the cruise, the type of cabin, the period you are travelling and the company you have chosen. For those who want to save money without sacrificing comfort, we recommend booking at least 1 year in advance; companies usually have very advantageous offers reserved for those who book their Greek cruise in advance.
The Greek islands offer dreamy beaches but that's not all: discover picturesque towns, cities of art, culture and world-famous architecture. In fact, a visit to the Acropolis of Athens with its majestic temples is not to be missed. Most cruise ships stop in Mykonos and one in Santorini, the most famous of the Greek islands.You can buy souvenirs, visit ancient donkey towns or dive into dream beaches!
Cruises to the Greek islands depart from the main ports of the Adriatic Sea: Venice, Trieste, Ancona, Bari and Brindisi but these are not the only ones. Generally the duration of a cruise is 7 nights but it depends on the needs of every person. There are itineraries of longer duration or mini cruises for an original weekend.
Ships offering cruises to the Greek islands cannot be too large in size, so you can get close to the small islands and sail smoothly even in the shallowest waters. For example, we recommend MSC Opera, Costa Pacifica, Explorer Of The Seas or Norwegian Jade. There are many exclusive companies with small luxury yachts that offer itineraries to discover the less touristy and more authentic islands: for example, if you want a wellness vacation, travel with Celestyal Cruises, Variety Cruises or Explora Journeys is the best choice.
Cruises to the Greek islands usually take place from March to November. The best months for a cruise to Greece are May, June and September: the prices are low, the weather is pleasantly mild and you are not likely to find queues and crowds. For those who want maximum savings and relaxed sightseeing October and November are certainly the best months. July and August are definitely the most popular months; we recommend booking in advance to find the best cabins and excursions available.

 

Cruises in the Greek islands for your dream holiday: The Greek islands as a whole form an important part of the over 16,000 kilometers of coastline that Greece has. Seaside tourism is one of the most requested activities in this industry. At the same time, the Greek islands are steeped in mystery, charm and culture. But they are also known for beach and cruise ship parties, gastronomy, music, an enviable climate and tourist facilities of all kinds. It is for these reasons that they have become among the most visited regions in all of Europe. With such a variety of destinations, it is essential to choose a cruise that will allow you to experience tourism across the Greek islands.

Entertainment, culture and nightlife in Greece are certainly the key points that make the archipelago very appealing. In addition, there are islands that are ideal for young people and partygoers, such as Mikonos, just to name one. Others, like Santorini, are perfect for a romantic trip. Or there are those where you will appreciate the exquisite traditional cuisine, as Crete. But traveling to the Greek islands is also synonymous with being able to enjoy an intimate contact with nature or spend a few days of quiet and relaxing holiday. The truth is that every island and every archipelago offers opportunities to enjoy your free time and fun.

Whichever destination you will choose, cruising the Greek islands will take you to unforgettable places. You'll find it impossible not to fall in love with this landscape. You'll be sure you've discovered that corner of paradise you've always dreamed of. If you find it hard to believe, take a look at the prices of cruises in the Greek islands: paradise is at your fingertips.

The Greek archipelago is made up of more than three thousand islands, of which only about 230 are inhabited. They are an authentic natural paradise of culture, art and customs that has become, in recent years, one of the most spectacular tourist destinations in the world. The Cyclades, the Dodecanese, the lonian islands, the Sporades, the islands of the northern Aegean Sea and the Saronic Gulf constitute a wonderful natural mosaic. For this reason, Greek island cruises will take you to discover their most beautiful corners, all wrapped in an aura of myths and legends that makes the landscape even more attractive and mysterious.
Crete is the largest Greek island. The Cyclades archipelago has 56 islands, while the Dodecanese has 12 main islands and many islets. Between the Peloponnese and Attica are the Saronic islands and, to the west of Greece and the east of Italy, we can see the lonian islands.

Discover the historic corners of Greece such as Mykonos and Santorini. Here are some of the main tourist destinations on these islands:
• Cyclades Islands: Mykonos, Santotini, Milos, Parons, Naxos, Delos
• Dodecanese Islands: Patmos, Rhodes, Karpathos
• Ionian Islands: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Ithaca, Zante
• Greek Mediterranean Islands: Crete
• Saronic Islands: Hydra, Aegina
• Sporades: Skiathos, Skopelos, Skyros
• Islands of the northern Aegean: Samos, Lesbos, Limnos, Chios

Greek island cruises for your dream vacation

The whole of the Greek islands constitutes an important part of the more than 16,000 kilometers of coasts that Greece possesses. Beach tourism is one of the most required activities in this sector, in the sense that each island is different and has different characteristics: from large stretches of beach dotted for several kilometers to small bays and isolated, almost uninhabited inlets. At the same time, the Greek islands are full of mystery, charm and culture. But they are also known for beach parties and cruise ships, gastronomy, music, an enviable climate and tourist facilities of all kinds. It is for these reasons that they have become among the most visited regions in all of Europe.
With such a variety of destinations, it is essential to choose a cruise that allows you to experience tourism among the Greek islands.
The fun, culture and nightlife in Greece are certainly the key points that make the archipelago very inviting. Furthermore, there are islands that are islands that are ideal for young people and party-goers, like Mikonos. Others, like Santorini, are perfect for a romantic trip. Or there are those in which you will appreciate the exquisite cuisine like Crete.
But traveling to the Greek islands is also synonymous with being able to enjoy intimate contact with nature or spend a few quiet and relaxing days. The truth is that every island and every archipelago offers opportunities to enjoy leisure time and fun.
Whatever destination you choose, taking a cruise on the Greek islands will take you to unforgettable places. You will find it impossible not to fall in love with this part of the world. You will be sure to have discovered that corner of paradise, always dreamed of. If you find it hard to believe, take a look at the cruise prices on the Greek islands: paradise is at hand.

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