Authentic Cretan recipes, carefully crafted Mediterranean flavors, favorite street food options and quality meals on board at affordable prices.
Every journey with MINOAN LINES is far more than a comfortable, high-quality transfer. It's a complete hospitality experience in which gastronomy is an integral part of the voyage. From the first coffee and fresh snacks at the ships' bars to favorite street food options, dishes from the self-service restaurant, and meals at the à la carte restaurant, passengers have choices for every moment of the day and every taste preference.
The wide variety combines with affordable prices, offering quality food for every budget. At the à la carte restaurants of Festos Palace and Knossos Palace, on the Piraeus–Milos–Heraklion route and vice versa, beyond Mediterranean flavors, authentic Cretan recipes take center stage through the certified Cretan Menu of MINOAN LINES. At the same time, the ships' bars serve delicious coffee, fresh snacks, and popular street food options such as Neapolitan pizza, souvlaki, and hot dogs. Students can take advantage of specially designed Student Combo Menus, with favorite flavors at preferential prices, offering even greater value to their journey.
All options are prepared with carefully selected ingredients from trusted producers and suppliers. The menu also includes vegetarian and vegan dishes, catering to modern dietary preferences.
With carefully selected culinary options, quality ingredients, and above all prices that are affordable and tailored to the modern traveler's needs, MINOAN LINES affirms that gastronomy is a key element of the hospitality it offers on board. Because every detail is designed to make the journey as enjoyable as the destination itself.
MINOAN LINES: A journey worth as much as the destination
The ultra-modern Cruise Ferries Festos Palace and Knossos Palace turn the journey into an unforgettable experience. Passengers can enjoy well-equipped public areas, such as spacious lounges, comfortable VIP seats, restaurants and bars, pool bars, and functional cabins of various categories – even pet friendly.
The ships' shops await you for great-value shopping on board. Summer's favorite fragrances, sunscreens, and skincare products sit alongside stylish clothing options for women, men, and children. Trendy sunglasses, jewelry, and watches complete the summer look, while book lovers can choose from a large collection of books for young and old alike.
Young travelers will be thrilled with the toys and children's books, making their journey even more enjoyable, while those looking for a lovely memento will find small gifts and souvenirs that keep summer memories alive.
With more than 50 years of presence in Greek coastal shipping, MINOAN LINES continues to invest in its relationship of trust with the traveling public, with consistency, reliability, and genuine care for the traveler.