Two weeks before Orthodox Easter, the prospect of travel is beginning to feel like an unattainable dream for many Greek citizens. With fuel prices soaring, international airfares are climbing at a relentless pace—raising concerns that similar increases will soon ripple into the domestic market.

For many families, ferry tickets are already out of reach. Depending on the destination, prices have risen by as much as 2.50 euros compared to last year, adding further strain to household budgets.

Rising Ferry Costs
The cost of Easter travel paints a stark picture. A family of four—two parents and two children, one under the age of 10—would need to spend 568.50 euros to travel from Piraeus to the island of Paros with their car on a conventional ferry. Opting for a high-speed vessel pushes the price up to 688 euros.

Travel to other popular destinations is hardly more affordable. A family with one child under 10 would pay 405.50 euros for a trip to Chania, Crete. Meanwhile, the same family traveling from the port of Rafina, Athens to the island of Tinos would face a bill of 309 euros.

Despite a government announcement that 56 million euros will be promptly allocated to ferry companies to cover mandatory discounts, complaints have already surfaced. Reports suggest that on certain routes, the discounts offered to passengers have in fact been reduced, further fueling public frustration.