Does anyone cruise the Greek Isles in March?

[moondoggie]

We will be in Athens the second week of March 2018, and are looking for a 4-8 day cruise of the greek islands. But I cannot find any cruise lines that I am familiar with to book! Does something weird happen before April 2018?

All advice welcomed! Thank you.

[LondonTowner]

Yes, it's cold and possibly wet. Many of the islands practically close up in the winter months. For good weather in Europe in the winter you have to go to the Canary Islands.

 

 

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[Hlitner]

It is still pre season for most islands. For example.....if you were to go to Santorini in April you would find that many of the restaurants and shops in Oia would have yet to open for the season. In Fira, there would be a bigger selection of shops...but many would still be closed. When we were there in late April (2 years ago) the boat service that normally runs between Fira and Oia was not even operational. And this is one of the more popular off season islands. Go to some more obscure islands and it would be even worse.

 

On the plus side, it is nice being in places like Santorini...when there are very few other tourists. No crowds, no lines, etc. However, make sure you leave your swim suit at home.

 

Hank

[RoadTripFanatic]

We did a cruise several years ago round trip out of Istanbul that visited several Med ports. It was cold and we needed a coat at almost every port. :)