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Greek Island small ship cruises offer the intimacy of one of the top 64 small ship experiences while exploring the beautiful Greek coastline and islands in 2025 and 2026. Enjoy gourmet dining and personalized service onboard while discovering fascinating history and astonishing natural landscapes. Visit ancient temples, palaces, churches, fascinating medieval towns, and monasteries in Athens, Mykonos, Patmos, Delos, and Santorini. Onboard and offboard activities may include Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Scuba Diving, and Hiking. Bask in white-sand beaches, swim in crystal-clear waters, and embark on an unforgettable journey through small ship cruises ranging from 8 to 16 days, starting at $1,050. Contact Adventure Life Greece Experts to help you design your ideal vacation, cruising up close and in style, away from big-ship cruise crowds.
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Explore colorful villages on Rhodes
from $11,990
2-for-1
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Athens' historic landmarks
  • Discover Delos' legendary treasures
  • Wander Mykonos' vibrant streets
  • Visit Bodrum's medieval castle
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Athens / Athens
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Azzurra from Athens, exploring Delos, Bodrum, Rhodes, Santorini, Chania, and Hydra. Discover ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and charming harbors before returning to the historic Greek capital.
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
from $6,530
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Athens' vibrant Acropolis
  • Visit Patmos' sacred monastery
  • Discover Symi's colorful harbor
  • Sail Amorgos' pristine coastlines
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Athens aboard the Le Bougainville, exploring Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Santorini, and more. Discover ancient landmarks, serene harbors, and vibrant island life before returning to Athens.
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
from $6,920
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail the Santorini Caldera
  • Explore Mykonos
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Athens / Athens
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Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise from Athens, exploring ancient ruins, charming islands, and vibrant modern life. Visit Patmos, Rhodes, Crete's Heraklion and Knossos, Amorgos' traditional villages, Delos' sacred ruins, Mykonos' chic resorts, and Nafplion's Mycenae and Epidaurus before returning to Athens.
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
from $13,995
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Sailing the Greek Islands

Athens to Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Athens’ ancient sites
  • Explore Mykonos’ vibrant culture
  • Tour Ephesus’ ancient ruins
  • Relax on Patmos beaches
  • Experience Rhodes’ medieval charm
  • Savor Cretan culinary delights
  • Enjoy Santorini’s stunning sunsets
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Athens / Piraeus
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Small Ship Sailing, Cooking Classes
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise through Greece aboard the Douglas Mawson to visit historic Athens, Mykonos, and islands like Kusadası, Patmos, Rhodes, and Santorini. Explore old ruins, enjoy local food, and relax on beaches while discovering the unique features of each place through guided tours and the Mediterranean diet.
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Discover beautiful Symi island
from $7,790
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail the Santorini Caldera
  • Explore Mykonos
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise from Athens aboard the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring ancient sites and serene islands. Visit Patmos, Symi, and Amorgos, enjoy a sunset cruise in Santorini's caldera, and explore the sacred islands of Delos, Mykonos, Mycenae, and Epidaurus.
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Colorful local boats in Greece
from $6,940
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Jewels of the Aegean Sea in Music

Athens - Antalya - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit islands of the Aegean Sea
  • Enjoy beautiful Rhodes and Nafplion
  • Visit colorful Kusadasi,Turkey
  • See ancient sacred sites on Delos
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Athens / Antalya
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Urban Exploration
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Variable
Board Le Laperouse to join this 8-day cruise exploring highlights of the Aegean sea. Visit some of the most beloved ports in Greece, including Mykonos, Delos, Patmos, Rhodes, Santorini, and Nafplion.
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Explore ancient monasteries in Greece
from $10,280
65% OFF
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The Hidden Pearls of the Aegean Sea

Athens to Athens - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud
  • Explore Athens' iconic landmarks
  • Sail to picturesque Nauplio
  • See Monemvasia's medieval allure
  • Discover Milos' unique landscape
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Piraeus / Piraeus
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Greek cruise aboard Sea Cloud, starting in Athens and exploring iconic landmarks like the Parthenon. Sail to Nauplio, Monemvasia, Milos, Astypalaia, and Patmos, before concluding your journey in Ermoupoli, Syros' captivating capital.
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Admire the temples of the Athenian acropolis
from $6,070
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At the heart of the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • MAUD FONTENOY FOUNDATION
  • Enjoy UNESCO World Heritages Sites
  • Santorini caldera sunset
  • Swimming
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Athens / Athens
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Sail from Athens on L'Austral on this 8-day Cruise to visit Delos and Mikonos, returning to Athens after exploring the rich cultural heritage and turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea's stunning Greek islands.
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Wander through the maze of colorful buildings on Santorini
from $5,105
Up to 25%
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Aegean Escape

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Explore Sifnos scenic trails
  • Discover Sikinos landscapes
  • Relax on Ios with pristine beaches
  • Visit Serifos with rugged landscape
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise to the Aegean aboard the Gemaya, exploring stunning islands like Santorini and Milos. Discover whitewashed villages, hidden coves, and the rich traditions of Greece amidst a backdrop of beauty and myth.
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Enjoy the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean
from $5,105
Up to 25%
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Saronic Gems

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Explore Epidaurus’ ancient theater
  • Visit Aegina’s neoclassical charm
  • Swim Porto Cheli’s waters
  • Wander Nafplion’s old town
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Set sail for an 8-day cruise from Lavrion on the Gemaya, exploring the historic Saronic Islands. Enjoy stunning landscapes and rich culture, from the lush charm of Spetses to the UNESCO beauty of Hydra and Aegina's ancient Temple of Aphaia.
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
from $5,105
Up to 25%
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Sparkling Cyclades

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • See pristine waters of Milos
  • Explore Sifnos' vibrant culture
  • Enjoy swimming in Despotiko
  • Visit ancient ruins in Delos
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Embark on an 8-day cruise through the stunning Cyclades on the Gemaya, exploring charming islands like Milos, Sifnos, and Delos, rich in culture and natural beauty. Experience pristine beaches, delightful hiking, and vibrant local cuisine before concluding your adventure in Lavrion.
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
from $5,105
EBD 15%
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Aegean Escape

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Explore Kythnos thermal springs
  • Experience Sifnos scenic trails
  • Visit Kimolos charming Chora
  • Enjoy Santorini iconic sunset
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Lavrion aboard the Gemaya, exploring the stunning Aegean Sea's islands, including Santorini and Milos. Experience picturesque villages, secluded beaches, and rich Greek history amidst breathtaking landscapes.
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Colorful flowers and brilliant blue skies complement beautiful Greek islands
from $5,105
EBD 15%
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Sparkling Cyclades

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Visit Yiaros and protected wildlife
  • Hike Sifnos scenic trails
  • Swim Despotiko crystal waters
  • Visit ancient ruins in Delos
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling, Hiking, Scuba Diving, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise through the Greek Cyclades aboard the Gemaya, visiting breathtaking islands like Milos, Sifnos, and Delos. Explore pristine beaches, rich heritage, and vibrant culture, concluding your journey at the tranquil marine sanctuaries of Yiaros and Kea.
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Explore the heart of the ancient world
from $3,490
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Tour Nafplion's old quarter
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Join an 8-day cruise on the Variety Voyager, exploring Greece's beautiful islands like Mykonos and Santorini and historic sites like Delos and Knossos. Enjoy stunning landscapes, relax on Kythira, and experience the culture and cuisine of Greece.
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The Ancient Theater of Delphi
from $3,150
Up to 25%
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UNESCO Heritage

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Tour Nafplion famous ancient sites
  • Visit Kylini ancient Olympia ruins
  • Discover Gytheio old Byzantine town
  • Swim Elafonissos clear blue waters
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Variable
Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Elysium, exploring Greece's Peloponnese and five UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This historic cruise uncovers the region's rich history, myths, and natural beauty for unforgettable memories amidst captivating landscapes and historical wonders.
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Admire the ruins of a temple on Naxos
from $3,150
Up to 25%
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Greek Easter Vibes

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Explore Delos sacred wonders
  • Witness Santorini stunning sunset
  • Swim Naxos crystal-clear waters
  • Celebrate Mykonos festive Easter
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Variable
Celebrate Greek Easter on an 8-day cruise aboard the Elysium. Visit ancient Delos, experience Easter festivities in Mykonos, and relax on Ios and Milos beaches, each island offers a unique experience. Have a remarkable cultural experience on this Easter-week cruise that immerses you in Greek rituals, candlelit processions, and stunning landscapes
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Explore the rocky island of Corfu
from $3,205
EBD 15%
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Ionian Icons

Lavrion - Corfu - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Discover Meganisi serene coves
  • Stroll Argostoli vibrant streets
  • Swim Ithaca crystal waters
  • Explore Itea sacred ruins
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Lavrion / Corfu
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Lavrion to Corfu on the Elysium, exploring the stunning Ionian Islands with lush greenery and crystal-clear waters. Visit historic islands like Corfu and Kefalonia, rich in Venetian influence and mythology, for a captivating escape.
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Discover beautiful Symi island
from $3,205
EBD 15%
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Aegean Horizon

Lavrion - Rhodes - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Explore Mykonos vibrant town
  • Swim Ikaria crystal waters
  • Uncover Rhodes medieval past
  • Stroll Symi colorful harbor
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Lavrion / Rhodes
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Wine Tasting
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Lavrion to Rhodes aboard the Elysium, exploring iconic spots like Mykonos and Rhodes, as well as hidden gems like Symi and Lipsi. Experience stunning landscapes, rich history, and delicious seafood on this unforgettable Aegean adventure.
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