Volos

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Greece

β€œWhere the Argonauts set sail for Colchis”

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Avg. Ships / Day

9.5h

Avg. Time in Port

Peak Season

Not really a peak season

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35 sailings over the next 12 months

Based on cruises available on Cruisello

About Volos

Nestled at the northern end of the Pagasitikos Gulf, Volos is a vibrant city where Greek mythology and modern life intertwine. As you step ashore, the bustling waterfront welcomes you with a lively atmosphere, framed by the towering peaks of Mount Pelion in the distance. This is a place where ancient legends come aliveβ€”it’s said that Jason and the Argonauts set sail from this very port in search of the Golden Fleece. The city’s charm lies in its blend of history and contemporary energy, with neoclassical buildings lining the harbour and the scent of fresh seafood drifting from tavernas along the promenade.

Port Location

Things to do in Volos

Top-rated shore excursions that fit a typical ~10h port call

East Pelion Mini Boat Tour

East Pelion Mini Boat Tour

5.0(429)3h10:00–13:00, 13:00–16:00, 16:00–19:00
Fits your port day
From $70per person
Viator
Pelion Boat Trip to "Poseidon's Caves"

Pelion Boat Trip to "Poseidon's Caves"

5.0(177)4h09:00–13:00, 13:00–17:00
Fits your port day
From $93per person
Viator
Boat Tour "Sea Caves of Thetis"

Boat Tour "Sea Caves of Thetis"

5.0(128)4h10:00–14:00
Fits your port day
From $103per person
Viator
Volos transfer to Athens, Athens airport and Thessaloniki airport

Volos transfer to Athens, Athens airport and Thessaloniki airport

5.0(78)4h
Fits your port day
From $464per person
Viator
Pelion Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave"

Pelion Sea Kayak Tour "The Secret Cave"

5.0(39)4h10:00–14:00
Fits your port day
From $81per person
Viator
Make a dog's day and taste Greece in Skiathos

Make a dog's day and taste Greece in Skiathos

4.9(28)5h10:00–15:00
Fits your port day
From $82per person
Viator
Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline

Kayaking Adventure around Pelion Coastline

5.0(4)2h 30m09:00–11:30, 10:00–12:30
Fits your port day
From $35per person
Viator
Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece

Cook like a local Greek Cooking lesson in Mt Pelion Greece

5.0(4)3h 30m11:00–14:30
Fits your port day
From $116per person
Viator
Private Tour to Meteora Rocks from Volos

Private Tour to Meteora Rocks from Volos

5.0(8)8h07:30–15:30
From $726per person
Viator
Meteora Monasteries from Volos - Shore Excursion with Port Pickup

Meteora Monasteries from Volos - Shore Excursion with Port Pickup

4.7(6)8h07:00–15:00, 08:00–16:00, 08:30–16:30 +9
From $103per person
Viator
Pelion Private Experience: Farm-to-Table Cooking

Pelion Private Experience: Farm-to-Table Cooking

5.0(1)4h08:00–12:00, 08:30–12:30, 09:00–13:00 +11
Fits your port day
From $592per person
Viator
Private Transfer from Volos to Igoumenitsa Port

Private Transfer from Volos to Igoumenitsa Port

5.0(1)4h 15m
Fits your port day
From $1,189per person
Viator

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Quick Facts

CurrencyEuro (EUR)
$10 β‰ˆ €9
LanguageGreek
Tipping5-10% at restaurants

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