Advice on Greek ports

[CCJack]

Just starting to plan a cruise to Greek islands... Never been there.  Can someone advise on what ports to prioritize when choosing a cruise.  I know there is personal preference involved but maybe there are a couple ports that are considered "don't miss" by most people

 

thanks.

 

[marazul]

6 minutes ago, CCJack said:

Just starting to plan a cruise to Greek islands... Never been there.  Can someone advise on what ports to prioritize when choosing a cruise.  I know there is personal preference involved but maybe there are a couple ports that are considered "don't miss" by most people

 

thanks.

 

Mykonos, Rhodes, Patmos.

If you want to see Santorini, you are better off flying there for a day or two before or after the cruise.

[cruisemom42]

Crete, the largest Greek island has a lot to offer and is very different from the smaller islands like Mykonos and Patmos. It's nice for variety and has several different ports.

 

Corfu is also nice for something different -- a lot greener than most of the Greek isles.

 

[edinburgher]

On 9/28/2023 at 11:18 PM, cruisemom42 said:

Corfu is also nice for something different -- a lot greener than most of the Greek isles.

Because of this, its nickname is "The Emerald Isle".

[bennybear]

We love the Greek islands.  Rhodes is one of our favourites, a beautiful town that is easy to access,  interesting sites, good food and beaches. 
 

We love Crete as well but prefer to stay there as there is so much to see.  But Chania, and Aghios Nikolas are lovely towns.  Heraklion allows for a visit to Knossos.  
 

Approaching Santorini from the sea, the first time is sublime. Unfortunately it suffers from far too many visitors so you may wish to check how many ships will be in port. 

Mykonos is not a favourite, and is often missed due to high winds in summer.   It is extremely expensive and over touristy IMO.   It does allow for a visit to Delos if the water is calm.

 

We would search out any different ports, Argostoli for one.  We have also enjoyed multiple visits to Corfu. 

So it  depends what you want to see and do.