Greece is the southernmost country in Europe and its main characteristic is its geographical conformation, consisting of one fifth of its surface in islands, islets and reefs, of which only 167 are inhabited.
🏺 It is a magical country where you can combine a pleasant beach holiday, in the midst of beautiful beaches and relaxation, with a cultural journey among wonderful archaeological sites and picturesque cities.
🏝️ Greece has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations, often at the top of the top half of the choices for summer holidays. A true paradise of beaches, bays, white houses and history to spare.
A holiday in Greece is also perfect for a romantic getaway, a trip with friends if you're in the mood for fun, or if you're passionate about Greek history and culture.
You can visit beautiful islands such as Kefalonia, whose port plays a key role in the economy of Greek cities. It is one of the largest islands in Greece and certainly has the most beautiful and picturesque beaches. There is no shortage of fun and entertainment. A unique experience is Lake Mellissani, an underground lake that can only be visited on a guided tour in a small boat.
Igoumenitsa awaits you, considered the gateway to northern Greece. Its port is the most important on the Adriatic and has many maritime connections with Italy, with cities such as Ancona, Venezia, Brindisi and Bari.
☀️ If you take the ferry to Igoumenitsa, you can visit Kefalonia and Zakynthos. Don't miss the islands of Mykonos and Santorini if you're dreaming of picture-postcard Greece! Here you will find beautiful sunsets over the sea and breathtaking scenery.
Known as a transit city, Patras is one of Greece's largest cities with a famous harbor known for its fortifications, including Patras Fortress. You can take a ferry from Italy to Patras to conveniently reach other Greek destinations like Piraeus and the capital Athens.
If you are a nightlife lover, we recommend a visit to the island of Corfù, famous for its paradisiacal white beaches and crystal clear blue sea, but also for its nightlife of fun, festivals, music, and drinks!
Very close to the Apulian coast, thanks to its geographical position, it is very convenient to reach Greece by ferry.
🚢 There are 6 ferry companies operating ferries to and from Greece:
· Anek Superfast
· Minoan Lines
· Grimaldi Lines
· Blue Star Ferries
· A-Ships Management
· Ventouris Ferries
· Levante Ferries
Thanks to the ferry companies, there are daily connections all year round between the main Italian ports on the Adriatic coast and the main tourist and commercial ports in Western Greece and the Ionian Islands. Ferry crossings to Greece include Patras, Igoumenitsa, Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Paxos and Ithaca.
If your idea is to visit this wonderful country, especially by car or camper van, the best solution is to book a ferry. Discover all the offers on Mr Ferry!