Panagia Speedboat: Connecting Ierissos to Morfonou
Embark on a unique journey with the Panagia Speedboat, the only transport servicing the eastern side of Mount Athos. Managed by Agioreitikes Grammes, this vessel offers daily outbound and return trips, connecting Ierissos to Morfonou Pier with stops at several significant monasteries along the way. Travelers must ensure proper planning as this route requires mentioning the Panagia Speedboat when booking the diamonitirion, which is issued at the Ierissos pier before embarkation.
Route and Schedule
Daily Departure Times
The Panagia Speedboat operates one daily outbound and one return trip. The outbound trip departs from Ierissos at 08:35 and arrives at Morfonou Pier at 10:30. The return trip departs from Morfonou at 10:40 and arrives at Ierissos at 13:00. Each journey takes approximately 2 hours, depending on the number of stops.
Onboard Amenities
- The Panagia Speedboat is equipped with essential amenities to ensure a comfortable journey for all passengers:
- Toilets: Available onboard for passenger convenience.
- Seating Areas: A total of 93 seats are available, providing a comfortable experience throughout the journey.
Travel Conditions
The eastern side of Mount Athos is more prone to storms, making weather conditions a significant factor in the operation of the Panagia Speedboat. Travelers are advised to check for updates on weather-related cancellations and to plan accordingly.
Booking and Price
Ticket booking is mandatory for the Panagia Speedboat, as it only stops at locations where bookings have been made. Tickets cost approximately €15 for the longest journey between Ierissos and Morfonou. Reservations can be made by phone: +30 23770 71149 or +30 23770 21041. Travelers must also ensure their diamonitirion is issued at the Ierissos pier before embarkation.Timelines for Each Trip
Entry Trip: Ierissos to Morfonou (08:35 departure)
- Ierissos - 08:35
Ierissos
Tickets: Available at the office
The ship will stop here by default.
- Hilandar Monastery - 09:05
Hilandar Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Vatopedi Monastery - 09:20
Vatopedi Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Pantokrator Monastery - 09:35
Pantokrator Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Stavronikita Monastery - 09:45
Stavronikita Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Iviron Monastery - 09:55
Iviron Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Philotheou Monastery - 10:10
Philotheou Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Karakallou Monastery - 10:20
Karakallou Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Morfonou - 10:30
Morfonou
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
Exit Trip: Morfonou to Ierissos (10:40 departure)
- Morfonou - 10:40
Morfonou
Tickets: Available at the office
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Karakallou Monastery - 10:50
Karakallou Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Philotheou Monastery - 11:00
Philotheou Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Iviron Monastery - 11:15
Iviron Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Stavronikita Monastery - 11:30
Stavronikita Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Pantokrator Monastery - 11:45
Pantokrator Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Vatopedi Monastery - 12:00
Vatopedi Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Hilandar Monastery - 12:20
Hilandar Monastery
Tickets: Available onboard
The ship stops here only if a ticket is booked.
- Ierissos - 13:00
Ierissos
The ship will stop here by default.