Samos Ferry Services
Samos, also known as the island of Samos, is one of the closest Greek islands to Turkey. It can be clearly seen with the naked eye from Kuşadası, Gümüldür, and many other coastal towns along the Aegean Sea. In fact, its distance to Kuşadası Dilek Peninsula Büyük Menderes Delta National Park can be as little as 1.7 kilometers at some points. Consequently, Samos has become a frequently visited destination for Turkish tourists. There are various ports in Turkey from which you can purchase a ferry ticket to Samos. Despite being a small island, Samos hosts three international ports. The most important of these is the Vathi Port, which is also the island's center, followed by Pythagorion Port in the south, and the lesser-known Karlovasi Port. Before the pandemic, ferries operated to all three ports from Turkey, but post-pandemic, services have continued only to Vathi and Pythagorion ports.
Kuşadası - Samos Ferry Services
Ferry services to Samos Island operate from two main Turkish ports on the Aegean Sea. One of these, and perhaps the oldest, is the Kuşadası-Samos route, which has been running continuously for decades. Kuşadası Port is a popular port in Aydın province. Ferries from Kuşadası to Samos run daily during the high season and less frequently in winter, facilitating travel between these two destinations. You can check the Kuşadası-Samos ferry schedules on our website and plan your holiday accordingly. When purchasing your Kuşadası-Samos ferry ticket, make sure to check which port you are going to, Vathi or Pythagorion. It is also important to note that only pedestrian passengers are transported to these two ports. Therefore, it is not possible to travel to Samos with your car or caravan.
Seferihisar - Samos Ferry Services
The second port we mentioned is the Sığacık Teos Marina in the Seferihisar district of Izmir. Although Seferihisar is farther from Samos Island than Kuşadası, this does not significantly affect the travel time. Seferihisar-Samos ferry tickets are also sold only for pedestrian passengers, and motor vehicles are not transported by ferries. You can check the Seferihisar-Samos ferry schedules on our website according to the season and date you plan to travel.
How to Obtain a Samos Visa on Arrival
In April 2024, Greece reintroduced the visa on arrival for ten Greek islands, including Samos. Therefore, you can also enter Samos with a visa on arrival. It is beneficial to plan knowing that the visa on arrival is approved for only 10 days and for single entry.
Places to Visit in Samos
Samos is famous for its history, natural beauty, and cultural richness. Despite being a small island, it might be beneficial to rent a car. This way, you can visit the charming mountain village of Vourliotes, Karlovasi, the second-largest city on Samos, known for its crystal waters and home to Megalo Seitani and Mikro Seitani beaches, and the Heraion, the Temple of Hera listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Additionally, Pythagorion, known as the birthplace of the mathematician Pythagoras, and the 2,600-year-old engineering marvel, the Eupalinos Tunnel, located 2 km from Pythagorion, are must-see places. Samos also satisfies those looking for a sea-sand-sun holiday with its more than thirty beaches. Among the most beautiful beaches of the island are Gagou Beach, located very close to Vathi, Livadaki Beach, about 7-8 km from Vathi, and Tsamadou Beach, which also has a well-equipped beach club. If you are wondering what to eat in Samos, familiar names but distinctly different flavors await you here. Among these are moussaka, dolmades, and orange-flavored kadaifi. Samos, filled with pine and orange trees, is also famous for its pine and orange honey.
