Ferry from Ancona to Patras

[peter21]

At the moment you can book a motorhome onto a Minoan Lines ferry from Ancona, for this autumn, with accommodation described as “deck space“. Does anybody know if this includes a seat or recliner? Is it possible to sleep overnight on the deck? We are booking through Direct Ferries and it is proving very difficult to get an answer out of them as to whether cabins are available or not in September/October. It seems that sleeping in the motorhome is not an option now for September /October (perhaps all the deck space slots have been taken) but again we cannot get Direct Ferries to respond to our queries on this.
Thanks in advance
Peter

 

[nicholsong]

At the moment you can book a motorhome onto a Minoan Lines ferry from Ancona, for this autumn, with accommodation described as “deck space“. Does anybody know if this includes a seat or recliner? Is it possible to sleep overnight on the deck? We are booking through Direct Ferries and it is proving very difficult to get an answer out of them as to whether cabins are available or not in September/October. It seems that sleeping in the motorhome is not an option now for September /October (perhaps all the deck space slots have been taken) but again we cannot get Direct Ferries to respond to our queries on this.
Thanks in advance
Peter

Switch to ViaMare as agent. Excellent service and they really know the Adriatic ferries.

 

[Lenny HB]

Minoan lines stopped camping on deck quite a few years ago. What they do now for Motorhomes & caravans is a camping package which includes an inside 2 berth cabin, effectively you get a cabin for free.

As said Viamare are the people to book through & they will make sure you get the best price.

 

[The Dudess]

Call Dale at Viamare - he knows everything.

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[Soycd]

We have 'camped on board' quite a few times. If it's not available then deck really does mean deck. As far as I know the reclining chairs you have to pay for and are not comfortable for sleeping. As previous comments have said try Viamare. They really are good, I first used them in mid 80s, they know what they are talking about and you deal with a person. I've usually dealt with Dale of Dorina. Very understanding when I had to cancel (twice) due to Covid.

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[Sapper520]

At the moment you can book a motorhome onto a Minoan Lines ferry from Ancona, for this autumn, with accommodation described as “deck space“. Does anybody know if this includes a seat or recliner? Is it possible to sleep overnight on the deck? We are booking through Direct Ferries and it is proving very difficult to get an answer out of them as to whether cabins are available or not in September/October. It seems that sleeping in the motorhome is not an option now for September /October (perhaps all the deck space slots have been taken) but again we cannot get Direct Ferries to respond to our queries on this.
Thanks in advance
Peter

Any help?

Crete

See out routes from/to Crete and learn about the offers, the on board services and how to organise your trip!

www.minoan.gr

 

[pjay]

Minoan have a 'camping all inclusive' option which includes an inside cabin and electricity for your van on deck (no access during the crossing) and 30% reduction on meals ...

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Pete

 

[pjay]

If you do specifically want to sleep in your motorhome on deck then only Anek and Superfast have this option, they share the route and its only available between April and October...

CAMPING ON BOARD ON ADRIATIC ROUTES - ANEK LINES

Adriyatik rotalarında gemide kamp, 01.04.18-31.10.18 tarihleri arasında mümkündür. (Gemide kamp, İtalya Korfu vb. mevcut değildir)

www.anek.gr

Camping on board

Camping on board - SUPERFAST FERRIES

www.superfast.com

Outside of these times you'll need to check but I think they have a similar offer to Minoan's 'all inclusive' option with a cabin.

Pete

 

[peter21]

Thanks to all for your very helpful comments. I have now spoken to Dale at Viamare; he was efficient and knowledgeable, and we have found crossing times that work for us, sleeping in the motorhomes (we are going with friends). It is very tightly booked for Autumn 2022 now, not a lot of choice left.