Getting around by boat and ferry Greece

Symi is very easily accessible from Rhodes (up to four hydrofoils per day). The small harbor of Panormitis is sometimes also served.

Athens-Symi. The island is connected to the Greek capital by ferry twice a week from Le Piraeus (17 hours of crossing). Before arriving at Symi, the boats serve Patmos, Lipsi, Leros, Kalymnos and Kos and then join Rhodes.

Rhodes-Symi. In addition to the two ferries following the road of Athens, the island is connected once a day to Rhodes by excursion boats which also call at the port of Panormitis. Three other ferry connections are possible during the week. There are also two to four hydrofoils per day (50 minutes), every day except on Monday.

Connections with the other islands. Symi is connected at least once a day by hydrofoil to Kos and Kalymnos. There are also connections with Leros, Patmos, Lipsi, Kos, Kalimnos.

This is the centre of the old town, a charming place where many terraces are located, with unfortunately many rabatteurs. Here you can find the atmosphere of Rethymnon la Veneto.

Daily crossings between Greece (Igoumenitsa, Patras) and Italy (Ancona, Bari).

Founded in 1972 in Heraklion, the company is one of the leaders in the passenger transport sector. The first trip between Heraklion and Piraeus took place in 1974 aboard the Minos ferry. The company has a large fleet of ships linking Heraklion to Piraeus, as well as to the Cyclades (Milos, Ios, Mykonos, Paros and Santorini). It's also possible to sail from Chania to Piraeus. On board, you'll find gyms, spas, bars, boutiques and restaurants for your utmost comfort. Ideal for motorhome travelers.

This port offers several transfers per day to Kilini on the mainland (1h30). Although Argostoli is also a port, the capital is not the best served port on the island. For connections to the mainland, it is best to head to Sami or Poros. You can reach Astakós (from Sami, 2 times a day, 2h30) or Killini (from Poros, 5 to 7 times a day). For the neighbouring island of Ithaca, go to Sami (2 to 3 times a day, 40 min) or leave with smaller boats from Fiskardo. The rotations from Argostoli are more episodic.

Impossible to miss, it's the most established company with the largest fleet. At the port of Piraeus, the Blue Star ferries announce the color and destination of your dreams: Paros, Naxos, Santorini, Amorgos... It's even possible to let yourself be carried away by the stopovers to discover the Cyclades. These boats also take cars and offer all the comforts you need: bars, restaurants, stores and even cash dispensers. Connections from Piraeus to the Cyclades and the Dodecanese islands.

Founded in 1967, in Chania and by Cretan shareholders with the main objective of linking their island safely to Piraeus, this shipping company is one of the largest Greek companies. ANEK Lines currently owns a fleet of nine ferries. One to two connections per day are operated between Hania and Piraeus in the summer, there are fewer ships the rest of the year. The journey takes about 9 hours. The crossings are in partnership with Blue Star Ferries. The company also operates a line between Heraklion and Piraeus.

You can take refuge in Gavrio on the west side of Batsi and in Hora. You can supply water and petrol.

Over 30 years of experience in the navy. The agency offers sailing sailing around the Sporades Islands in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Captain George and his wife Dina, the agency's owners, will happily talk to you about their islands and offer you the best sailing trips across the country.

The island has two ports: Nidri (in the centre-east) and Vassiliki (in the south). From there, you can travel to the Ionian Islands with connections to Kefalonia (1 hour to Fiskardo, 2 hours 15 minutes to Sámi), Ithaca (2 hours to Frikes or 1 hour 30 minutes to Piso Aetos) and occasionally to Corfu. From Vasiliki, daily rotations allow excursions to Meganisi (passing by the private island of Skorpios), the underwater caves of Papanikolis (Meganisi) and the beaches of Sivota and Porto Katsiki.

Zakinthos has three small ports: Zakinthos (or Chora, in the south-east) connected with the mainland, Skinari (in the north) through which ferries to Kefalonia pass, and Laganas from which some excursion boats depart. Ferry tickets on sale at the Zakinthos Maritime Cooperative, 40 Lambardou Street. For further information: Tel +30 26950 41500. Connections with the mainland are regular connections with Kilini (1 hour) and one per week with Patras (4 hours).

The ferries provide at least one connection per hour with Igoumenitsa (1 or 1.5 hours depending on the boat) and one per week with Preveza (4.20 hours). From Lefkimi, countfive connections per day with Igoumenitsa (30 minutes). But from Kerkyra you can also reach Paxi (55 minutes by hydrofoil, 1 hour 30 minutes by ferry). The port of Aghios Stefanosis connected to the islets north of Corfu (Mathraki, Othoni and Erikoussa). In summer, the port has connections with Brindisi (7 hours) and Bari (6 hours). You can come from Ancona or Venice via Igoumenitsa.

Ferry from Skyros to Kimi and in the opposite direction: 1 departure per day, duration 2 hours.

Koutsoukellis Yachting offers yacht and sailboat charters with or without crew and a selection that can satisfy all tastes and needs. The establishment provides a personalized service that will turn your vacation into an unforgettable experience. Choose a yacht or a sailboat and embark for the Greek islands: Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, or Kos, Rhodes, Samos (Dodecanese) or Corfu and Lefkada (Ionian Sea). Whether you want special offers or budget luxury, the company will find the perfect solution for you.

Schedules and days of rotation vary according to seasons; Here is a good site to learn more.

This small port offers several transfers per day to Kilini on the mainland (1h30). Although Argostoli is also a port, the capital is not the best served port on the island. For connections to the mainland, it is best to head to Sami or Poros. You can reach Astakós (from Sami, twice a day, 2h30) or Killini (from Poros, 5 to 7 times a day). For the neighbouring island of Ithaca, go to Sami (2 to 3 times a day, 40 min) or, with smaller boats, from Fiskardo. The rotations from Argostoli are more episodic.

Situated 12 km from the southern tip of the Peloponnese and on the Athens-Kastelli (Crete) line, Kythera remains poorly served. To reach the mainland, apart from two ferry connections per week with Piraeus (6 hours 40), the island is mainly connected to the Peloponnese by the ports of Neapoli (1/day, 1 hour 15) and Gythio (1/week, 2 hours 20). As far as connections to other islands are concerned, the port offers several connections per week to the all-porch island of Antikythera (1 hour 40 minutes). But you can also reach Kissamos, in Crete.