Back to newsFerry ticket prices across Greek islands have risen sharply in 2026, making island-hopping increasingly expensive for families. Round-trip fares now exceed 400 euros per family, according to reports from Greek travel industry sources. This affects travelers planning to combine a Crete visit with trips to other Aegean or Ionian islands, such as Santorini, Mykonos, or Rhodes. Tourists budgeting for multi-island itineraries should factor in these higher ferry costs when planning their trip. Booking tickets well in advance through official ferry operators like Minoan Lines, ANEK, or SeaJets may help secure lower fares. Travelers on tighter budgets may want to focus their stay on Crete alone rather than combining multiple islands, or consider flying between destinations as a potentially cheaper alternative.
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Greek Ferry Prices Surge Past 400 Euros Per Family
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