Greek Island Hopping by Small Ship Cruise

Small Ship Cruises in the Greek Islands

A Greek Island small ship cruise is one of the best ways to explore the Mediterranean. Our island-hopping holidays take you to iconic destinations such as Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos and Paros, as well as beautiful lesser-known islands. Enjoy sunshine from spring to autumn, delicious Greek food, stunning scenery and plenty of time to relax on the beach or explore ancient sites. Sailing from Athens, our cruises offer excellent service, great cuisine and expert tour guides who plan each day for you. With around 25 cabins, small ships provide a more intimate and comfortable experience than large cruise liners.

Why Choose a Small Ship Cruise?

Flexible itineraries with access to smaller ports
Personalised service and a relaxed atmosphere
Privacy without crowds
Authentic cultural experiences with local guides
Eco-friendly travel with a lighter footprint

Diamond Star Experience offers a superb collection of Greek Island small ship and gulet cruises, perfect for island-hopping holidays.

Cruise and Stay in Athens / Greek Islands

We can tailor any Athens and Greek Islands cruise-and-stay holiday, with hotel nights before or after your cruise to suit your plans.

MS HARMONY V

Classical Greece Small Ship Cruise
 

Operation Periods: 1 Apr - 31 Oct

Number of Cabins: 36 cabins 

Max Capacity: 42 pax

Operating by Ship:  Harmony V &  Harmony G

Crew: 21

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices from: £2,478

Offers: Early booking discounts up to 25% 

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M/S  Elysium - Boutique Cruise

Divine Cyclades   -  Cruise Athens to Athens

Operation Periods: 1 Apr - 31 Oct

Number of Cabins: 25

Max Capacity: 54 pax

Operating by: M/S  Elysium 

Crew: 24-28

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices From: £2,398

Offers:  Early Booking Discount: up to 40% discount for bookings made before 15 January   

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NEW- M/Y Gemaya - Boutique greek island cruise experiences

M/Y Gemaya - Cabin Charter or Private Charter

Operation Periods: 6 Apr - 26 Oct

Number of Cabins: 5

Max Capacity: 12 pax

Operating by: M/Y Gemaya

Crew: 6

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices from: £3,798

Offers:  Early Booking Discount: up to 40% discount for bookings made before 15 January   

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M/S GALILEO / PANORAMA

Jewels of the Cyclades Cruise
Athens to Athens

Operation Periods: 23 Apr – 29 Oct

Number of Cabins: 24 cabins

Max Capacity: 49 pax

Operating by: MS Galileo & MS Panorama
Length: 48 m (157 ft)

Crew: 16 - 18

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices From: £2,252

Offers Early booking discounts up to 25%

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M/S  Elysium - Boutique Cruise

Mythic Adventure
Greece & Turkiye Experience Cruise 

Operation Periods: Apr 3, 17, Jul 3,  Aug 28
 

Max Capacity: 48-58 pax

Operating by: M/S  Elysium 

Crew: 24-28

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands & Turkiye (Ephesus)

Weekly Prices From: £2,398

Offers: Early Booking Discount up to 40%   valid for booking made before 15 January

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M/S PANORAMA

Unexplored Greece: Aegean Islands Cruise
Athens to Athens

Operation Periods: 16 May - 29 Aug

Number of Cabins: 24 cabins

Max Capacity: 49 pax

Operating by: MS Panorama

Crew: 16 - 18

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices From: £2,298

Offers:Early booking discounts up to 25%

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MS HARMONY G

Ionian Odyssey -  Ionian Islands Cruise 

Operation Periods: Jun, Jul, Aug

Number of Cabins: 21 cabins (Seaview) 

Max Capacity: 42 pax

Operating by: Ship: Harmony G

Crew: 18

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices from: £2,298

Offers: Early booking discounts up to 25%

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M/S GALILEO

Antiquity to Byzantium Cruise

Operation Periods: Winter Period (incl. Apr, Oct)

Number of Cabins: 25

Max Capacity: 49 pax

Operating by: M/S Galileo

Crew: 16 – 18

Meal Basis: HB

Operating in: Athens to Greek Islands

Weekly Prices From: £1,478

Offers: Early booking discounts up to 25%

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Akin has been to all these places and experienced all these holidays.

Give him a ring to discuss your holiday in detail on 0330 390 0999 or send an email.

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