Towering 2,000m above sea level, the steep slopes of Mount Athos make for a boat trip destination with a difference. Halkidiki's easternmost peninsula is the world's only monastic republic, ruled over by the black-robed monks of its medieval monasteries. Access to it is restricted, with all women forbidden to set foot on its shores, which makes this cruise the best – and only – way to see it.

Schlecht organisiert einschiffung keiner weis zu welchem Schiff der gehen soll.

Pas de guide en français. Vision un peu décevante. Météo mauvaise.

Enjoyed the trip but after we booked we felt a lot of anxiety as there was no clarity of pick up times and location of pick up . I think the receipt of the trip voucher should be printed out too

Why you’ll love this…

Cruise along the shores of Mt Athos
See the oldest surviving monastic complex in the world
Admire eight monasteries
On-board commentary

Important to know

Please be at Ouranoupolis port no later than 09:30, for a 09:45 boarding time
The name of the boat is Captain Fotis
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Food and drinks not included
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Boat cruise

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA

What people say about this experience

4/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 4 reviews

Review categories

Value for money

4.1/5

Service

3.9/5

Safety

3.9/5

Staff

3.9/5

All ratings (4)

5 stars (1)

25%

4 stars (2)

50%

3 stars (1)

25%

2 stars (0)

1 star (0)

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Alexander Reichert
Travelled as a couple
24 September 2025
3.4
Germany
Schlecht organisiert einschiffung keiner weis zu welchem Schiff der gehen soll.
A
Andre68
Solo traveller
28 May 2025
3.8
France
Pas de guide en français. Vision un peu décevante. Météo mauvaise.
D
Digna
Travelled as a couple
23 May 2024
4.2
United Kingdom
Enjoyed the trip but after we booked we felt a lot of anxiety as there was no clarity of pick up times and location of pick up . I think the receipt of the trip voucher should be printed out too
H
Hans
Travelled as a couple
11 September 2024
4.6
Germany