Cruises Greek islands 2025 - 2026: All Departures

Departure calendar

Have you already decided when will be your next cruise with destination Greek islands? Whatever month you choose will be the perfect opportunity to set off to discover the local wonders

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Curiosities and suggestions

Read the most frequently asked questions and answers by cruisers about the destination {zone}

How much does a cruise to the Greek islands cost?

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.

What tour do cruises in the Greek islands take?

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!

Greek Islands cruise, from which port to depart?

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.

Greek islands cruise, which ship to choose?

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.

Greek islands cruise, when to go?

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.

Reviews Greek islands

647 reviews with average 8.07

Discover the impressions and ratings of other cruisers about cruises Greek islands. Evaluate the experiences of others and make the right choice

9/10

elena Saturday, 25 October, 2025

10/10

We enjoyed all the stops along the itinerary.

ENRICO Tuesday, 21 October, 2025

9/10

Beautiful… they make you dream.

Arabella Mosti Manfredi Andrea Monday, 20 October, 2025

10/10

Everything was beautiful.

Marina Grilli Monday, 20 October, 2025

2/10

Since Kusadasi is rarely included in the itineraries, instead of skipping Kusadasi because of the strike in Athens, they could have canceled the Athens stop — which was the cause of the strike.

anna calipa Sunday, 19 October, 2025

9/10

Nice destinations.

Sonia - vista mare fantastica Saturday, 18 October, 2025

10/10

Everything was wonderful! From what I managed to see, Istanbul would have deserved a longer stop — ideally including an overnight stay.

Danilo Tuesday, 14 October, 2025

10/10

Really beautiful and interesting places.

Giuseppe Fonnesu doppia Interna senza bevande Monday, 13 October, 2025

10/10

xcellent destinations. Very beautiful and interesting places.

antonio forcone--DOPPIA ANTONELLA Sunday, 12 October, 2025

10/10

All the stops were important and enjoyable.

antonio forcone--TRIPLA ANTONIO Sunday, 12 October, 2025

Ports of departure

Get ready to experience your sea holiday with destination Greek islands aboard the best cruise ships operating from the main ports of the region

Featured ports
Other ports

Ancona

Athens

Barcelona

Bari

Catania

Civitavecchia

Dubrovnik

Il Pireo

Istanbul Izmir Messina Ravenna Rotterdam Savona Sokhna Southampton Taranto Trieste Valletta Venice

the ships

Get ready to experience your sea holiday aboard the best cruise ships operating from the main ports of the Greek islands area

Featured ships
Other ships

MSC Armonia

MSC Divina

MSC Fantasia

MSC Lirica

MSC Sinfonia

Costa Deliziosa

Costa Fascinosa

Costa Fortuna

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The countries to visit

Immerse yourself fully in the local culture and get ready to discover the wonders and gastronomy of the destination Greek islands, one of the most loved and visited in the world.