Greek Island Ferries

There is little to rival the excitement and adventure of hopping from island to island throughout the beautiful Greek Aegean. Since the 1960's the islands have been opened up by the provision of heavily subsidised ferry services, making Greek island ferry holidays fun and affordable. Once the exclusive preserve of the back packer, the Greek islands now cater for a wider range of clientele, in fact there is something for everyone. Most people fly into Athens, then make their way to the ports of Piraeus or Rafina, where early morning ferries fan out to each of the island groups.

Cyclades Islands Ferries

The undoubted cream of the Greek Islands groups, frequently and quickly served by a large range of ferry operators from Piraeus. The most popular islands are Naxos, Paros, Mykonos and the stunningly located extinct volcano of Santorini. Aferry.co.uk offers ferries to the Cyclades islands with Agoudimos Lines, Blue Star Ferries and Aegean Speed Lines

Dodecanese Islands Ferries

The Dodecanese Islands, to the east of the Aegean, offer a more relaxed and remote holiday destination, with island hopping opportunities second only to the Cyclades. Islands that attract the most visitors are Kos, Leros and Samos. From this group it's easy to take a Greek island ferry to nearby Rhodes or even Turkey.

Ionian Island Ferries

The Ionian Islands sit off the western coast of mainland Greece, the most popular of which are the amazing holiday destinations of Corfu, Kefalonia (Cephalonia) and Zakynthos. Kefalonia is a deservedly popular destination, known primarily as the setting for the book and later movie adaptation of Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Aferry offers unrivalled ferry access to this island chain from mainland Greece as well as several Italian ports.

Sporades Island Ferries

The Sporades Islands lie off the coast of Turkey to the east of mainland Greece. Greek Island ferries operate through three of the eleven islands: Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonisos. The beautiful scenery, lush vegetation and deep blue seas of these islands are their primary charm.

Ferries to Crete

Crete, distant from mainland Pireaus makes a worthy final destination on your Greek island ferry odyssey. Easily accessible after spending countless relaxing hours in the Cyclades Islands and Dodecanese Islands, Crete's main port of Heraklion offers a welcome upbeat atmosphere, however a short ride from the town centre and you are back in unspoilt countryside. Greek island ferries to Heraklion are available through Aferry with the following operators - Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines and Minoan Lines.

Greek Island Ferries - suggested itinerary for a two week holiday

• Day 1. Overnight flight arrives at Athens airport. Take the bus direct to the bustling port of Piraeus in time for an early morning departure.
• Day 2. Take the ferry to Paros.
• Day 3. In Paros
• Day 4. In Paros
• Day 5. Catch the mid morning ferry to the stunning scenery of Santorini
• Day 6. In Santorini
• Day 7. In Santorini
• Day 8. Take the overnight ferry to Rhodes - Enjoy non-stop partying or endless culture, the choice is yours
• Day 9. In Rhodes
• Day 10. In Rhodes
• Day 11. In Rhodes
• Day 12. Enjoy a leisurely day long cruise back to Piraeus
• Day 13. See the sites of ancient Athens, including The Acopolis and Monastiraki Square
• Day 14. Homeward bound!