Enjoy a sightseeing cruise to the Mount Athos Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire 8 monasteries during the course of the tour, and learn more about the history and monastic traditions of this sacred area of the Eastern Orthodox faith.

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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Greek, English, German, French, Italian, Serbian, Romanian, Russian, Czech, Bulgarian
Audio guide included: Greek, English, Czech, Bulgarian, German, Italian, French, Romanian, Russian, Serbian
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Marvel at the monasteries of Mount Athos from the boat
See the west side of Mount Athos - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Enjoy the view of the Aegean Sea and on some days you might see dolphins swimming next to the boat
Enjoy drinks and snacks on board

Full description

Board a sightseeing boat cruise and explore the southwest side of the Mount Athos peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and important center of Eastern Orthodox monasticism. Marvel at the rugged landscape and be amazed by the legacy of those who, over a thousand years ago, managed to construct these spectacular buildings. During the cruise, see 8 monasteries from a close distance from the boat, including the Holy Monastery of Dochiariou, the Holy Monastery of Xiropotamou and the Holy Monastery of Panteleimonos, amongst several others. Learn about the history of these religious sites from the onboard commentary. Discover more about the restrictions on entering this sacred area, as well as more information about the monastic lives of its inhabitants If you are lucky, you may also spot some dolphins throughout the cruise. Enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the coastline and the Aegean Sea throughout the journey.

Includes

Boat cruise
Audio guide in Greek, English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Romanian, Bulgarian, Serbian or Czech languages
Bar on the boat
Safety equipment
Fuel cost, port fees and taxes

Food & drinks
Hotel transfer
Stop on the land

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

At the port of Ouranoupolis, at the Athos Sea Cruises checkpoint.

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Important information

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In case of bad weather, or a very low number of participants the cruise might be cancelled with a full refund

Ouranoupoli: Mount Athos Peninsula Sightseeing Cruise

Ouranoupoli: Mount Athos Peninsula Sightseeing Cruise

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