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Chios Ferry

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Chios is an island that belongs to the Eastern Aegean group of islands, in Greece. It is an authentic island characterized by its traditional villages and it is famous for its production of Mastic.
You will find below information about how to get to Chios by ferry, where to buy your tickets and information about Chios and its ports, with many photos.


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POPULAR FERRY ITINERARIES

Ferries to Chios depart from Piraeus and Lavrio ports in Athens. The ferry trip from Athens to Chios lasts for 6.5-12 hours. The cost of a ferry ticket from Athens to Chios is '26' 'EUR' (26 Euros) - '40' 'EUR' (40 Euros) for a standard seat. Chios island is also directly connected by ferry with Lesvos, Lemnos, and Ikaria and other Aegean islands.

Note that Chios has 2 ports: Chios town and Mesta.

Ferry Schedules to Chios

 

There are daily ferries to Chios from Athens. In the summer, ferry routes are more frequent and there are also many daily ferries to Chios from the northwestern islands of the Aegean.

 

Ferry to Chios from Athens (Piraeus)

Ferries from Athens to Chios depart every day from Piraeus port and once a week from Lavrion port in Athens. The ferry trip from Piraeus to Chios lasts for 7.5-12 hours and the trip from Lavrion to Chios for 6.5 hours. The cost of a ferry ticket from Athens to Chios is '26' 'EUR' (26 Euros) - '40' 'EUR' (40 Euros)
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Ferry to Chios from Lesvos

There are usually 1-2 ferries from Lesvos to Chios every day during the peak season. The ferry trip from Lesvos to Chios lasts for 2.5-3 hours and the cost of the ferry ticket is '20' 'EUR' (20 Euros)
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What types of ferries travel to/from Chios?

 

The types of ferries that sail to/from Chios are conventional ferries and high-speed ferries. The main ferry companies that serve itineraries to Chios are Blue Star Ferries and Seajets.

 

Island hopping from Chios

 

Chios is connected with many islands of the northwestern Aegean as well as with Turkey (Cesme). The most popular island-hopping itineraries are from Chios to Lesvos, from Chios to Ikaria, from Chios to Samos, and from Chios to Lemnos.

Travel tips

 

Travel tips to organize your travel:

  • Chios has 2 ports, Chora port and Mesta port, so make sure you double-check at which port you arrive.
  • The best way to plan your trip from Athens to Chios is to book your ferry tickets in advance, as Greek ferries may be fully booked, especially in July and August. This also applies to ferry tickets from Chios to Athens.
  • Since the ferry trip from Piraeus to Chios can last up to 12 hours, booking a cabin is highly recommended.

 

 

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INFORMATION ABOUT CHIOS

Chios is a place of special beauty that has managed to come out untouched by mass tourism. The traditional villages, picturesque beaches and wild nature of the island attract thousands of visitors every summer.

The history of Chios started in the ancient times and in fact, it is one of the seven places that claim to be the birthplace of Homer. Ancient ruins on the island depict that a rich civilization flourished there. However, the island reached its peak in the Byzantine and Medieval Times, when strong castles were built to protect it from enemies.

In the 15th century, the Turks conquered Chios and kept it under their occupation till the early 20th century. When the Greek War of Independence broke out in 1821, the residents revolted, however the Turks suppressed the revolution, killed almost all inhabitants and sold the survivors as slaves. This massacre touched the Europeans and many artists were inspired by this event, including the French artist Eugene Delacroix who created his famous painting "Le Massacre de Chios", now housed in the Louvre Museum.

Today, the island of Chios owes most of its income on agriculture, fishing and tourism. Tourism facilities have developed a lot over the last years to accommodate visitors with comfort.
Chios Town is the capital of the island. It is famous for its Castle, the lovely waterfront and the paved paths in the Old Town. Villages on Chios are generally famous for their special architecture. Olympi and Pyrgi have been built like a fortress and have black and white geometrical designs on the walls of the houses. The villages on the southern side of the island are known for their mastic production, the most famous local product of Chios.

Apart from picturesque villages, Chios also has nice beaches to swim. The most popular beaches are Karfas and Mavros Gialos, where many hotels can also be found. However, many peaceful beaches are scattered all around the island, if you want to enjoy some privacy. It is worth mentioning that, crowded or isolate, most beaches on Chios have clean and crystal water, ideal for snorkeling.

As Chios is very close to the coasts of Turkey, many daily excursions are organized, mostly to Cesme and Izmir.

Why visit Chios?

 

Hop on a ferry to Chios for stunning natural landscapes, archaeological treasures, delicious gastronomy, and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle!

  • Chios is one of the seven places that claim to be the birthplace of Homer.
  • In the 15th century, the Turks conquered Chios and kept it under their occupation till the early 20th century.
  • The picturesque villages of Chios are generally famous for their special architecture. Olympi and Pyrgi are two of the most beautiful villages in Chios.
  • The most popular beaches in Chios are Karfas and Mavros Gialos.

 

The best season to visit Chios

 

The best season to visit Chios is the summer, as it is the best time of the year to enjoy the beaches, go for sightseeing, and embark on trips to the nearby islands.

Is Chios for you?

 

If you want to escape the crowds on a peaceful island off the beaten tourist trail with virgin nature and secluded beaches, Chios is a great option!

Sightseeing in Chios

 

Some of the best places to visit in Chios are the Windmills, the Medieval Castle, the Castle of Volissos, the Chios Mastic Museum, and the Daskalopetra Homerus Stone.

More about Chios

 

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Chios

Available ports in Chios

Chios has 2 ports:

ABOUT CHIOS PORT

Port description

The port of Chios receives ferries from Piraeus and other islands of Eastern Aegean. This is the central spot of Chios Town.

Connected ports to Chios

Athens, Piraeus - Ag.eystratios - Fourni - Ikaria, Ag.kirikos - Ikaria, Evdilos - Inousses - Kavala - Leros - Lesvos (Mitilini) - Limnos - Mykonos - Patmos - Psara - Samos, Karlovassi - Samos, Vathi - Syros - Thessaloniki - Turkey, Cesme

Directions

There are public buses that connect the port of Chios with the most famous villages and beaches around the island. The bus station is located right next to the arrival pier in the port.

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Map of port

ABOUT MESTA CHIOS PORT

Port description

Mesta is a small port town in the western side of Chios Island. There are ferries between Mesta, Psara island and Lavrion Attica all year round.

Connected ports to Mesta Chios

Athens, Piraeus - Athens, Lavrio - Ag.eystratios - Kavala - Lesvos (Mitilini) - Limnos - Mykonos - Sigri

Directions

There are frequent buses from Chios Town to Mesta in the daytime, passing by many other villages along the way. To find out the bus schedule, contact the KTEL (suburban) bus station in Chios at (0030) 22710 27507. There is also taxi service in Mesta.

Port on Map

Map of port
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