What to do · Corinth
Boat Crossing of the Corinth Canal from Isthmia
Information
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- Spring to autumn; ask dates by phone
- Who it's for
- All ages
What it is
Seeing the canal from the bridge is one thing; going inside is another. The boat enters at the Isthmia mouth, with the submerged bridge under the hull, and covers the 6 km between vertical rock walls, with the Isthmus bridge passing overhead at 80 metres. The operator is Corinth Canal Cruises, with the ANNA II, a 31-metre boat built in 1991 with an indoor lounge, outdoor deck, bar and toilets, for 195 passengers.
How to book
The company's website does not publish a timetable or price: call their mobiles or write to the email they give to ask about the day's departure and book. Departures depend on the season and on groups. In summer the same company runs a day trip from Isthmia to Aegina and Agistri: two hours by boat to Aegina, two and a half free hours on the island, another two at Agistri for swimming and back to Isthmia in the afternoon.
Getting there
Isthmia harbour is at the east mouth of the canal, 5 km from the Isthmus bridge. There is room to park next to the quay.
Tips
- Confirm the day before Departures depend on demand; do not go without speaking to the company first.
- Bring something warm Inside the canal the sun does not reach for a good part of the day and there is a breeze.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to cross the Corinth Canal by boat?
Corinth Canal Cruises does not publish the price on its website; they tell you when you book by phone.
Can you cross the canal in winter?
Ask the company: regular departures are seasonal.
As a familyWith teenagers
Who runs it
- Corinth Canal CruisesCorinth Canal Crossing on the ANNA II Visit their website
