Cruising the Best 3 Greek Island: Santorini - Rhodes - Mykonos
- Filed under: US Weekend Getaways, More Cruises, Cruises, Europan Destinations
- Date: Jun 3,2008
If you’re looking for the best place for cruising along the Greek Islands, then you’ll soon find 3 islands: Santorini, Rhodes and Mykonos. Each island has its own uniqueness and gives something for everyone. Greek Island Cruises are best visited on late springs, early summer or autumn.
Santorini – a small but Wonderful and spectacular island located in southern Aegean Sea. It’s an ancient volcanic caldera formed at 1500 B.C., made it a spectacular physical beauty island. Archeological sites from Minoan era like Fira, Oia, Pyrgos and Therasia are other main attractions of this island.
Rhodes – is another island with wonderful beaches and extremely popular among European tourists along with many its historical sites. Well known as the home of the Knights of St.John who fled Jerusalem in 13th Century. Get 45-minutes bus rides to go to ancient village of Lindos to witness spectacular acropolis overlook the old city and sea horizons.
Mykonos – Different with 2 previous islands of Santorini and Rhodes, Mykonos more well known as the party island, especially in July and August. You could not find any ancient city or archeological sites in this island, but this Island has charming streets lined with artist’s shop and cafes.
You might ask what cruise ships sail to the wonderful Greek isles? Well, there’re many large cruise lines that sailing to Greek including Carnival Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Princes and Celebrity Cruise Line. Or if you prefer the mid-to-small sized cruise lines, you could also consider Holland America, Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, Seabourn, etc. With so many alternatives, it’s a good idea to start booking and packing for your wonderful Greek Island Cruises now.
