Where to go on a cruise in October?

After the heavy tourist influx during the summer holidays, the month of October sees greater tranquility return to many destinations such as Greece or Croatia. At the same time, temperatures throughout the northern hemisphere begin to drop as winter approaches. Thus, cruises during this month often manage to combine tranquility and mild temperatures, but you still need to know where to go in October!

In this article, I present my selection of the most suitable destinations for an October cruise: Egypt, the Greek Saronic Gulf, the Seychelles, the Dalmatian Islands in Croatia, the Spanish Balearic Islands and Polynesia.

Egypt: sail on the Nile in search of buried secrets

Why choose Egypt?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose Egypt for your trip.

• a great cultural wealth with the Pyramids of Gizeh or the Temples of Abu Simbel
• beach resorts such as Hurghada for swimming enthusiasts
• Very good value for money (in 2023, a couple could stay in Egypt for 7 nights in a 5-star hotel, including round-trip airfare from a major French city, for a budget under €1,339)

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a cruise in Egypt on the Nile:

• a cooling of temperatures (26°C in October, on average, versus 32°C in July)
• less dust than in summer 
• more calm 

What price should I expect?

• Here is a summary table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in Egypt, based on the 3 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental with crew, cabin cruise, and river cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 5 boat rental offers and 144 verified cruises. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/egypt & https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Egypt.html. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 04/08/2025)

Greece: discover the islands of the Saronic Gulf

Why choose the Saronic Gulf?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose the Saronic Gulf, this sailing area south of Athens, for your yacht charter in Greece.

• easy accessibility from Europe, especially for departures from Athens
• a region at the heart of Greek history, which borders the Peloponnese of Sparta
• a lively destination with attractive nightlife (particularly in Spetses and Aegina)

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a cruise in the Saronic Gulf:

• the disappearance of the Mediterranean Meltemi which can complicate navigation (according to Sea-Seek.com)
• milder temperatures (24°C maximum versus 33°C in August in Athens)
• one of the country's national holidays on October 28 and its festive parades

What price should I expect?

Here is an analytical table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in the Saronic Gulf, based on the 4 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental without skipper, with skipper, with crew and cabin cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 1,057 boat rental offers and 2 verified cruises. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Greece.html & https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/greece. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 05/08/2025)

The Seychelles: tropical beaches and relaxation await you

Why choose the Seychelles?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose the Seychelles, this archipelago in Southeast Africa, for your trip.

• unique "inner islands" made of granite
• a destination preserved from mass tourism due to their high floor prices (see table below)
• varied tropical landscapes, between white beaches, lush forests, turquoise coves, and nature reserves

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a catamaran cruise in the Seychelles:

• a month of transition between the cool season and the wet season, with calm wind and still rare showers
• still pleasant temperatures (28°C on average, same for water temperature)
• activities from both the dry season (surfing, sailing) and the wet season (diving) mixed together

What price should I expect?

Here is a summary table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in the Seychelles, based on the 4 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental without skipper, with skipper, with crew and cabin cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 159 boat rental offers and 16 verified cruises. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Seychelles.html & https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/seychelles. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 05/08/2025)

Croatia: enjoy the calm of Southern Dalmatian villages

Why choose Southern Dalmatia?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose the Southern Dalmatian Islands for your boat rental in Croatia.

• great ease of access (flights from Dubrovnik last just over 2 hours according to Google Flights)
• relatively easy navigation, with wind under 12 knots, and islands less than 2 hours apart
• charming points of interest, such as Dubrovnik and its merchant citadel, or the national park of Mlijet

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a cruise in the Southern Dalmatian Islands:

• landscapes and national parks in amber colors, and celebrations of Croatian local products (chestnuts, truffles, wine)
• tourist decongestion compared to summer 
• higher temperatures than in the north of the country which cools down (20°C on average)

What price should I expect?

Here is a summary table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in Dalmatia, based on the 4 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental without skipper, with skipper, with crew and cabin cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 1,940 boat rental offers and 28 verified cruises. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Croatia.html & https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/croatia. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 05/08/2025)

Spain: the autumn charm of the Balearic Islands

Why choose the Balearic Islands?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose Mallorca, Menorca or Ibiza, for boat holidays in Spain.

• numerous monuments from Spanish history such as the Cathedral of Palma de Mallorca, or the famous fortified center of Dalt Vila in Ibiza
• varied maritime landscapes  with fine sandy beaches, and deserted coves especially in Menorca
• a renowned gastronomy, with the famous fish soup, the delicious ensaimada, or the fruity wines of the Balearic Islands

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a cruise in the Balearic Islands:

• low tourist attendance compared to the overcrowded summer 
• a water temperature between 23 and 26°C if you want to swim 
• the Spanish national holiday, on October 12, with numerous concerts and local festivities, and other festivals such as the Inca Fair

What price should I expect?

Here is a summary table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in the Balearic Islands, based on the 4 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental without skipper, with skipper, with crew and cabin cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 633 boat rental offers and 1 verified cruise. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Spain__Balearic_Islands.html & https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/spain. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 05/08/2025)

Polynesia: discover the Pacific islands

Why choose Polynesia?

Here are my 3 reasons to choose Polynesia for your trip.

• colorful and diverse islands, with the waterfalls of Tahiti, the calm of Moorea, and the azure lagoons of Bora Bora
• a region with a unique culture, between tattoos, dances and flower necklaces
• a certain sweetness of life, with a population famous for its hospitality

And why in October?

Here are 3 advantages of October for a cruise to Bora Bora:

• the last month of the dry season, for an average temperature of 25°C
• lower prices than during the austral summer 
• the most suitable season for nautical discoveries and especially whale watching

What price should I expect?

Here is an analytical table of minimum, median and maximum prices for a cruise in Polynesia, based on the 4 types of services we offer for this destination, namely boat rental without skipper, with skipper, with crew and cabin cruise:

Source: Filovent - Official data from our website for a Saturday October 4 departure for one week, and from our October 2025 cruise catalog. Real prices extracted from our official database containing 134 boat rental offers and 15 verified cruises. Complete catalog available at: https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/French_Polynesia.html & https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/french_Polynesia. All prices mentioned are verifiable online (last updated: 05/08/2025)

Sources used for writing this article:

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• [2] https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Egypt.html
• [3] https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Greece.html
• [4] https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/greece
• [5] https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Seychelles.html
• [6] https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/seychelles
• [7] https://www.filovent.com/uk/boat-hire/Croatia.html
• [8] https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/croatia
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• [10] https://www.filovent.com/uk/cruise/spain
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• [13] https://www.sea-seek.com/en/Golfe-Saronique-Golfe-de-Salamine-Grece-
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