Mikres Kyklades, also known as Small Cyclades Lines, is a Greek family-run ferry company established in 1956 by Captain Dimitris Skopelitis from Donoussa. The company operates a single year-round vessel, F/B Express Skopelitis, which is the lifeline for the small Cyclades islands of Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia and Donoussa. The ship sails six times a week between Naxos and Amorgos via the small Cyclades, and once a week extends the route to Ios and Santorini.
Mikres Kyklades operates a single vessel: F/B Express Skopelitis, a 45-metre conventional ferry that has been sailing through the Cyclades since 1956. The ship can carry up to 340 passengers and 11 to 12 vehicles. It received Lloyd's List "Seaways of the Year" recognition for its decades of consistent service in some of the most challenging Aegean weather conditions, often running when high-speed and larger conventional ships cannot. The ship operates year-round, six days a week, and is the primary lifeline for the few hundred residents of Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia and Donoussa. On board, the Skopelitis offers cosy indoor lounges and outdoor open-deck seating with views of the small Cyclades coastline, plus a small café-bar selling cold drinks, snacks and refreshments. There are no cabins or numbered seats; passengers move freely around the ship and bring luggage with them. Online vehicle reservations are not supported because vehicle space is allocated at the port; passengers wishing to take a car or motorbike must purchase the vehicle ticket directly at the port office on the day of travel.
On SimpleFerry, Mikres Kyklades passenger tickets are bookable up to one hour before departure. Vehicle bookings cannot be completed online and must be arranged in person at a port office or partner agency.
Pets travel for free on F/B Express Skopelitis and are welcome in designated indoor and outdoor public areas. Pets must be on a leash and wearing a muzzle. Owners are responsible for the pet's safety, feeding and hygiene throughout the voyage, and must carry a valid EU Pet Passport for travel.
Just one. F/B Express Skopelitis is the company's only vessel and has been running the same Cyclades line since its maiden voyage in 1956.
Six times a week between Naxos and Amorgos via the small Cyclades, plus a weekly seasonal extension to Santorini and Ios.
No. Online vehicle reservations are not available. Vehicle tickets must be purchased directly at the port office on the day of travel; space is limited to 11–12 vehicles per sailing.
Yes, free of charge. Pets travel in designated indoor and outdoor areas, on a leash with a muzzle, accompanied by their owner. A valid EU Pet Passport is required.
Infants up to 4 years travel free. Children from 4 to 10 years receive a 50% discount.
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