Athens Cruise Holidays

One of the most visited ports in the Mediterranean, an Athens cruises is on many a liners' itinerary, giving access to the host of holiday islands that the country is proudly known for. Whether it's a tour of the fascinating ancient sites in the city, or a ferry ride to one of the unspoilt islands with their unique beauty and charm, an Athens cruise gives travellers a true taste of Greece. 

 

Cruises to Athens - Fascinating history and culture, important archaeological sites 

Cruises to Athens are an ideal way to enjoy the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean, as well as sailing around the Aegean and venturing into Ionian waters. Large enough to accommodate grand-style mega-ships and liners, an Athens cruise starts at the vibrant and bustling port of Piraeus, actually made up of 3 harbours, which sees vast numbers of day-trippers to its shores. Athens boasts a vast network of ferries and boats that dominate the port, and transport thousands of holidaymakers along the coastline and waters of Greece every day. Cruise ships regularly dock here, with passengers eager to explore the wealth of history that an Athens cruise can offer, from the Acropolis to the National Archaeological Museum, and stroll the old town as well as explore the modern shopping district. Cruises to Athens offer plenty for the visitor to enjoy in the city, and boasts a lively nightlife and a range of restaurants, bars and cafes. Choose from a huge range of destinations on an Athens cruise, from favourites known for their lively nightlife and partying, or quiet more traditional islands untouched by commercialism. 

 

Gorgeous sandy beaches, charming tavernas and quaint towns filled with white-washed rooftops all capture the essence of a trip to Greece, with an Athens cruise able to give visitors a huge choice for their holiday. Travel to one of the Greek mainland resorts, with an Athens cruise able to access the beaches in Halkidiki, Thessaloniki, Parga or Kalamata, visit the tourist hotspots of Corfu or Rhodes, with their nightlife and watersport options, or sail the less commercial waters of islands such as Samos, Lesbos or Cephalonia.