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Island hopping in Greece is one of the best summer experiences in Europe - until you're dragging a 23kg suitcase onto a ferry at 6 AM, sweating through the port in 35°C heat. The good news? LUGGit operates in Athens, Mykonos, Crete (Chania and Heraklion), and Rhodes, which means you can store your bags at one island and pick them up at another. Here's how to plan a luggage-free island hopping trip.
The luggage problem with island hopping
Greek ferries don't have luggage storage. You bring your bags on board, stack them in a pile on the deck or in the luggage area, and hope nobody takes the wrong one. At the port, there are no lockers and no left luggage facilities. If you want to explore a town during a short stop, you're stuck with your suitcase on cobblestones under the Mediterranean sun.
That's where LUGGit changes things. Instead of carrying everything from island to island, you can have a Keeper (Driver) pick up your bags at one port, store them, and deliver them to your hotel on the next island - or ship them ahead to your last stop.
LUGGit cities in the Greek islands
LUGGit currently operates in 5 locations across Greece, covering the most popular island hopping routes:
City
Airport
LUGGit Coverage
Best for
Athens
ATH
City center + Piraeus port
Starting/ending your trip
Mykonos
JMK
Town + port + airport
Cyclades hub
Chania (Crete)
CHQ
Old town + port + airport
Western Crete
Heraklion (Crete)
HER
City + port + airport
Eastern Crete
Rhodes
RHO
Old town + port + airport
Dodecanese
Price: From €2/bag at each location. Every bag insured up to €1,200. Use code BLOG10 for 10% off.
Use code BLOG10 for 10% off your booking
Popular ferry routes and times
Most island hopping routes start from Piraeus port (30 minutes from Athens city center by metro). Here are the main connections between LUGGit cities:
Route
Ferry Time
Frequency
Price (approx.)
Athens (Piraeus) → Mykonos
2.5 - 5h
Multiple daily
€35 - 65
Athens (Piraeus) → Crete (Heraklion)
6 - 9h
Daily
€30 - 55
Athens (Piraeus) → Crete (Chania)
6 - 9h
Daily overnight
€25 - 50
Athens (Piraeus) → Rhodes
12 - 18h
Daily
€45 - 70
Mykonos → Crete (Heraklion)
4 - 5h
Several weekly
€45 - 70
Crete (Heraklion) → Rhodes
8 - 12h
Several weekly
€30 - 55
Prices vary by season and speed (high-speed vs conventional ferry). Book ferries on Ferryhopper or Direct Ferries - both let you compare schedules and prices.
Sample itinerary: Athens → Mykonos → Crete (7 days)
This route hits the highlights without rushing. Here's how to do it luggage-free:
- Day 1 - Athens: Arrive at ATH airport. LUGGit picks up your main suitcase and stores it. Explore the Acropolis, Plaka, and Monastiraki with just a daypack. Sleep in Athens
- Day 2 - Athens → Mykonos: Morning ferry from Piraeus (2.5h high-speed). Arrive in Mykonos with just your daypack. LUGGit delivers a fresh bag to your Mykonos hotel if needed
- Days 3-4 - Mykonos: Explore Mykonos Town, Little Venice, Delos island day trip. No suitcase dragging through narrow streets
- Day 5 - Mykonos → Crete: Ferry to Heraklion (4-5h). Check into hotel in Heraklion or drive to Chania
- Days 6-7 - Crete: Visit Knossos, Chania old harbor, Elafonisi beach. On your last day, LUGGit picks up from your hotel and delivers to Heraklion or Chania airport
- Departure: LUGGit delivers your stored suitcase to whichever airport you fly from - no hauling bags between islands
The key insight: leave your big suitcase with LUGGit in Athens on day 1. Travel between islands with just a small backpack. When it's time to fly home, LUGGit delivers your stored bag to your departure airport.
Crete: Chania and Heraklion
Crete is Greece's largest island and deserves at least 2-3 days. The two main hubs are Chania (western Crete, with a stunning Venetian harbor) and Heraklion (eastern Crete, near Knossos palace). LUGGit operates at both airports and in both towns.
If you're arriving by ferry and leaving by plane (or vice versa), LUGGit can pick up at the port and deliver to the airport - so you don't need to take your bags on the bus between Chania and Heraklion (a 2.5 hour ride you don't want to do with suitcases).
Rhodes: the medieval island
Rhodes is further south and takes longer to reach from Athens (13-18h by ferry, or a short flight). The UNESCO-listed Old Town is a maze of medieval streets - beautiful but brutal with a suitcase. LUGGit picks up at the airport, the cruise port, or anywhere in the Old Town.
If you're island hopping from Crete to Rhodes, the ferry from Heraklion takes 8-12 hours (often overnight). Have LUGGit deliver your bags to Rhodes Airport on your last day so you can explore the Old Town hands-free before your flight.
👉 Read more: Luggage storage in Rhodes · Rhodes Airport to city center
Practical tips for luggage-free island hopping
- Pack a daypack separately: Keep 2-3 days of clothes, toiletries, and chargers in a small backpack. Leave everything else with LUGGit
- Book ferries early in summer: July and August ferries sell out, especially high-speed routes to Mykonos. Book 2-4 weeks ahead
- Ferry luggage has no insurance: Bags sit in open deck areas. Valuables should stay with you, not in checked luggage on a ferry
- Airports are easier than ports: If you can fly one leg and ferry another, fly the leg where you'd have the most luggage
- Overnight ferries save a hotel night: The Athens → Chania overnight ferry has cabins and arrives at 6 AM. That's one less night to pay for
- LUGGit across islands: Book separate pickups in each city. LUGGit Keeper (Driver)s are local to each island
Luggage storage options at Greek ports
Greek ports have almost no luggage storage infrastructure. Here's the reality:
- Piraeus (Athens): No official lockers at the port. Bounce has a few spots nearby (€3-5/day). LUGGit picks up at the port from €2/bag
- Mykonos port: No lockers. Some hotels near the port will hold bags for non-guests for a fee. LUGGit picks up at the port
- Heraklion port: No lockers. There are a few storage shops in the city center 10-15 min walk. LUGGit picks up at the port
- Chania port (Souda): No lockers. The port is 7km from the Old Town. LUGGit picks up at either location
- Rhodes port: No lockers. The Old Town is a 5-minute walk. LUGGit picks up at the port or Old Town
More Greek island guides
Luggage storage at Athens Airport - All storage options at ATH with verified prices
Luggage storage in Athens - City center, Piraeus, Monastiraki options
Luggage storage at Piraeus Port - Storage for ferry passengers
Luggage storage in Mykonos - Options at the port, airport, and town
Things to do in Crete - Best sights, beaches, and day trips
Luggage storage in Rhodes - Old Town, airport, and cruise port options
Frequently asked questions
Can I store luggage while island hopping in Greece?
Greek ports have no luggage lockers. LUGGit operates in Athens, Mykonos, Crete (Chania + Heraklion), and Rhodes - a Keeper (Driver) picks up your bags at any port, hotel, or airport from €2/bag. Leave your suitcase at one island and collect it at another.
What's the best island hopping route from Athens?
The most popular route is Athens → Mykonos → another Cycladic island → back to Athens. If you have more time, Athens → Mykonos → Crete → Rhodes covers the major highlights. All four have LUGGit coverage so you can travel light between islands.
How do I get my luggage between Greek islands?
You have three options: carry it on the ferry (no insurance, bags sit in open deck areas), ship it via ELTA courier (slow, 2-3 days), or use LUGGit to pick up at one island and deliver to your hotel on the next. LUGGit is the only same-day door-to-door option.
Is there luggage storage at Piraeus port?
No official lockers at Piraeus. There are a few storage app spots nearby (Bounce from €3/day), but the closest are a 10-15 minute walk from the ferry gates. LUGGit picks up directly at the port from €2/bag and can deliver to your Athens hotel or the airport.
How much does it cost to island hop in Greece?
Ferry tickets between islands range from €25-70 per person depending on the route and speed. High-speed ferries (2.5h Athens to Mykonos) cost more than conventional ones (5h). Luggage storage with LUGGit starts at €2/bag per pickup. A 7-day Athens → Mykonos → Crete trip costs roughly €100-150 in ferry tickets.
