Greece

Blue Cruise Greece: Island-Hopping Without the Crowds

A Blue Cruise in Greece is the laid-back, sea-salted alternative to crowded ferries and hotel-hopping. Sail on a traditional wooden gulet or motor yacht, explore a new island every day, and drop anchor in hidden coves you won’t find in the guidebooks.

Where You Can Cruise

1. Dodecanese Islands

• Start from: Kos, Rhodes, or Bodrum (Turkey, with clearance)

• Highlights: Symi (pastel harbor), Nisyros (volcanic island), Tilos (untouched), Kalymnos (cliffs & caves)

• Mix of natural beauty, ancient ruins, and local charm

2. Cyclades (Advanced Cruising)

• Start from: Mykonos, Paros, or Athens

• Highlights: Syros, Sifnos, Serifos, Santorini

• Windier seas, more open water—best for experienced sailors or stable yachts

3. Ionian Islands

• Start from: Corfu or Lefkada

• Highlights: Paxos, Antipaxos, Kefalonia, Ithaca

• Calm waters, lush landscapes, Venetian ports

What to Expect Onboard

• Comfortable cabins (ensuite or shared)

• Full crew: captain, cook, sometimes deckhand or guide

• Daily meals, often made from local ingredients

• Plenty of swim stops, snorkeling, sunbathing, and shore excursions

Who It’s For

• Couples who want romance and privacy

• Groups of friends or families booking a full yacht

• Solo travelers joining a cabin charter to meet others

Pro Tips

• Best months: June to September

• Bring your passport (especially if departing from Turkey)

• Most Greek Blue Cruises are 7 nights, but some offer shorter hops

• Ask in advance about drinks, Wi-Fi, and onboard extras