Greek Island hopping is easy with AFerry.co.uk

But there are numerous islands to choose from, and travellers may feel they're missing out by spending two or three weeks on one of them alone, especially when there is so much to see and do elsewhere.

That's why many tourists opt for island hopping holidays that allow them to enjoy everything the Greek islands have to offer, from sleepy fishing villages to lively party resorts and lesser known islands brimming with natural beauty.

It's easy with AFerry.co.uk

With AFerry.co.uk, you can book your own island hopping adventure in advance and benefit from some great deals on ferry crossings from the Greek mainland and between individual islands.

Through the website, you can buy tickets for specific ferry crossings and even book accommodation on each island, ensuring that your holiday is as relaxing as possible and there are no disruptions along the way.

Whether you prefer to book your ferry crossings and accommodation separately, or whether you want to take advantage of a ferry and hotel package, AFerry.co.uk has something to suit all tastes and budgets, from overnight stays in Athens to week-long breaks in Corfu.

Greek holiday hotspots

Some of the most popular islands in Greece are Corfu and Crete. With its 1,000-kilometre coastline, Crete is the largest and most populous. It is also the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea.

For history buffs, Crete is an exciting place to visit, as it was once the centre of the Minoan civilisation. Of course there are ruins to be found throughout Greece and its islands, but Crete is home to many of the most famous examples.

From the Minoan palace of Knossos to Venetian fortresses and Byzantine monasteries, there is culture around every corner, as well as numerous stories and myths waiting to be heard.

From the Minoan palace of Knossos to Venetian fortresses.. there is culture around every corner

Corfu too is steeped in history and Greek legend, but its lush olive groves and sandy bays also make it an ever-popular destination for families, who are well catered for in many of its bustling resorts.

But if its peace and quiet you're after, Corfu also has this in abundance, particularly in some of its smaller towns and villages where holidaymakers can sample authentic Greek cuisine away from the bright lights of the tourist strips.

Enjoy a little luxury

While there are plenty of bargains to be found among the Greek islands, there are also numerous opportunities to splash out a little and enjoy some well-earned luxury, particularly in destinations such as Santorini.

This particular island paradise features many of the picture postcard landscapes and architecture that seem to represent Greece and is well-loved among beach lovers and culture vultures alike.

It is famed for its dramatic scenery and cliff-top villages, as well as its spectacular sunsets and cosmopolitan hotels. It is also home to several wineries, since the grapes grown in Santorini are used in some of Greece's most popular wines.

Get active

Island hopping in Greece is not all about lazing on the beach, touring ancient ruins and strolling leisurely through traditional villages. There is also plenty on offer for active types, both in the water and on land.

Island hopping in Greece is not all about lazing on the beach, touring ancient ruins and strolling leisurely through traditional villages

Kos is a popular island for cycling and is brimming with bike hire facilities, so is great for beginners as well as experienced cyclists. Evia's winding country roads also make it an attractive destination for two-wheeled adventures, and if it's mountain biking you're after, then Thasos is the place to visit.

Other common activities for tourists to try out in the Greek islands include snorkelling and diving, horse riding, hiking, sailing, windsurfing and golf.

Whatever you're into, you'll find it on at least one of the islands, and if you enjoy trying new things on holiday, then an island hopping trip will allow you to experience plenty.

Book your Greek Island hopping ferry tickets now

If you fancy sampling a little of everything the Greek Islands have to offer, whether you fancy chilling out on one of Corfu's sandy beaches, sipping cocktails by the pool in a Santorini hotel or hiking in the hills of Crete, then island hopping could be for you.

To take the stress out of the trip and ensure you get the best deal possible on travel between the islands, book your ferry tickets with AFerry.co.uk now. The main operators offering routes between Greek Islands are Blue Star Ferries and LANE Sea Lines.

Blue Star Ferries offer services between on the Greek mainland and many of the Cyclades Islands, of which Santorini is one, and the Dodecanese Islands, where you'll find Rhodes and Kos, as well as the ports of and Heraklion in Crete.

LANE Lines also operate ferries between mainland Greece, from Piraeus, to islands such as Santoroni, Milos and Sikinos in the Cyclades group, as well as several of the Ionian Islands, including Kythira and Antikythera.

Other operators serving Greece and its islands include Agoudimos Lines, Anek Lines, Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries and Endeavor Lines.

Of course holidaymakers don't have to make their way to the Greek mainland to begin their island hopping adventure, as Superfast Ferries operates ferries to Greece from the Italian port of Bari direct to Corfu, while services to Corfu from Brindisi are run by Agoudimos Lines, Endeavour Lines and more.

holidaymakers don't have to make their way to the Greek mainland to begin their island hopping adventure

With AFerry.co.uk, there's no need to check individual ferry operators for times and prices, as the website does it all for you in one quick search. Sailings are more frequent in the summer during the main holiday season, but ferry travellers can enjoy the beauty of the Greek islands at any time of year.