Ferry from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra
1h 55m ยท 1 operator
Ierissos to Megisti Lavra at a glance
Ferries from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. Departures in that window are at 08:35. The crossing takes 1h 55m. The route is served by 1 operator: Agioreitikes Grammes. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 December 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Ierissos to Megisti Lavra is a small-boat service down the eastern side of the Athos peninsula, run by Agioreitikes Grammes and taking a little under two hours. It is a pilgrim service rather than a tourist ferry, and it hugs a coastline that is otherwise almost impossible to reach. The vessels are modest, so the sailing is weather-dependent.
Megisti Lavra is the landing for Great Lavra, the oldest and largest of the twenty ruling monasteries on Mount Athos, founded in 963. Access to the monastic republic is restricted to men holding a diamonitirion permit, arranged in advance through the Athos pilgrims' bureau. There is nothing touristic at the landing; this is a working religious community.
Sailings are roughly daily in season, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Confirm your permit before you plan any travel, because you will not be allowed to land without one. Ierissos itself is a quiet Halkidiki beach town and an easy base on the secular side of the border.
Ierissos to Megisti Lavra Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Ierissos to Megisti Lavra Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agioreitikes Grammes | To be announced | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | now to 2026-12-31 | Book the scheduled sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 08:35 | 10:30 | 1h 55m | To be announced | Agioreitikes Grammes |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra?
Ferries from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra today. Departure time: 08:35.
How many ferries run from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra this week?
7 sailings from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra?
Scheduled departures from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra leave at 08:35.
How long is the ferry from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra?
The crossing from Ierissos to Megisti Lavra takes 1h 55m.
Which ferry companies operate the Ierissos to Megisti Lavra route?
The Ierissos to Megisti Lavra route is served by Agioreitikes Grammes.
Tips for the Ierissos to Megisti Lavra ferry
- Many short-hop vessels do not have toilet facilities; use facilities at the port before boarding.
- The eastern coast of islands (lee side) provides shelter from the meltemi; ports on the eastern shore of Mykonos, Naxos, and Paros are usually calmer.
- The meltemi is a reliable, predictable wind – sailors and ferry operators know its pattern well. It blows hard in the afternoon but often eases overnight.
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