Explore the fascinating, romantic waterways and breathtaking scenery of the Greek Isles
Greece is a spectacular place to visit, and taking a Greek island cruise is the best way to see it all, or at least give you a great overview. Greece offers something for everyone, whether you want to walk along the beautiful beaches of Mykonos, see the ancient wonders in Olympia, wander along the famous streets of Santorini, or take in the special charm of Athens and Crete.
The exact itinerary will of course depend on the cruise line you choose as well as the time you have available. Some Greek island cruises also stop in Istanbul or Ephesus, Turkey, while others will just tour the islands and perhaps have a couple of stops on the mainland too. This is why it is important to compare cruise lines and itineraries, so if you have your heart set on seeing Santorini, for example, you can ensure your cruise will stop there.
If you enjoy cruising on the megaships you might need to compromise a little, since these huge vessels were not built with the Greek islands in mind. These ships are simply too large to get near the ports. For example, if Rhodes is on your itinerary, the ship will probably dock in Marmaris, Turkey, which is 12 miles away, and then tender boats will bring you ashore. This should not be a problem but bear in mind you will not be hopping straight off the ship and on to the shore.
Which Cruise Line to Choose
You might like to consider one of the Greek cruise companies for your exploration of this fascinating region. These ships carry about 800 passengers, so compared to the megaships they will feel much more intimate than the larger ones. These smaller ships do offer an ideal way to explore the Greek islands.
They are small enough to get into port and in any case, most of the ships do the traveling at night while you are sleeping, giving you the daytime to see as much of the islands as you want. If you still prefer the idea of a huge floating mall with plenty of onboard activities and entertainment, as well as restaurant choices, then you can still do a Greek island cruise with one of the international ships instead, and appreciate the best of both worlds.
Enjoy amazing travel experiences and take advantage of the best cruise deals when you consult with your trusted travel advisor. Contact Going Places Travel to book your cruise today.
