CLASSICAL
GREECE Day 1–Friday
MARINA ZEA, PIRAEUS - KEA
Embarkation 2-3 pm in Marina Zea, Depart via Cape Sounion to Kea. Time at leisure to explore Kea’s tiny port, Korrisia after dinner. Departure in the early hours for Delos. Overnight at sea. Day 2–Saturday
DELOS (anchorage) - MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity’s most sacred island. On to the port of Tourlos in Mykonos, with a swim stop on the way. Free afternoon and evening to enjoy the island’s cosmopolitan lifestyle. Overnight in Mykonos. Day 3-Sunday
SANTORINI
Noon arrival in Santorini (anchorage at Fira). Experience the stunning natural drama of the volcanic caldera. Optional tour to archaeological sites and typical villages with unique views over the Aegean Sea. Overnight sailing to Crete. Day 4-Monday
RETHYMNON, CRETE
Morning arrival at Crete’s famous and lively port of Rethymnon. Optional tour to the ancient city of Knossos near Heraklion. Late departure for Kythira. Over night at sea. Day 5–Tuesday
KYTHIRA
Late morning swim stop and afternoon arrival to Kythira, a less known island gem now fast becoming a favourite among visitors to Greece. Evening at leisure to visit the picturesque main town of Chora and experience the subdued charms of this peaceful island. Overnight in Kithyra. Day 6-Wednesday
MONEMVASSIA - NAFPLION
Early morning sailing to Monemvassia. Discover a remarkable medieval fortified town, with time at leisure to explore the uniquely preserved Byzantine and Venetian architecture and experience the beauty of the natural setting. Depart for Nafplion in the early afternoon, with a swim stop on the way. Evening arrival at Nafplion. The old quarter is charming, with narrow streets and characteristic period architecture. Also, impressive medieval fortifications can be seen in the port and crowning the hills above. Overnight in Nafplion. Day 7–Thursday
NAFPLION - HYDRA
Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of Agamemnon, the Homeric Achaean king. Early afternoon departure for the island of Hydra. Time at leisure to explore this picturesque port town. Overnight in port. Day 8–Friday
MARINA ZEA, PIRAEUS
Departure in the early hours for Marina Zea, Piraeus. Arrival and disembarkation after breakfast.
- Note: The cruise itinerary is subject to weather conditions.
Sailing Dates: From Marina Zeas April 29, May 06, 13, 20, 27, June 03, 10, 17, 24, July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, August 05, 12, 19, 26, September 02, 09, 16, 23, 30, October 07, 14, 21, 28 |
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JEWELS OF THE CYCLADES Day 1-Friday
MARINA ZEA- POROS
Embarkation between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your crew and fellow passengers. Sail for Poros for a short 3 hours visit, before set sail to Kimolos. Overnight at sea. Day 2-Saturday
POLIEGOS - FOLEGANDROS
Morning arrival in Poliegos or Kimolos, two very small islands known for their amazing beaches. Morning swim stop followed by a BBQ on deck. Afternoon sailing to Folegandros, one of the most amazing and less known islands in the Aegean Sea. Walk the amazing Upper city and dine at one of the traditional Greek tavernas. Day 3-Sunday
SANTORINI
Morning arrival at Santorini (occasionally at anchor) to explore its unique capital Fira. Optional Excursion to a typical Winery and a tour of the villages including the small beautiful village of Oia known for it’s breathtaking view over the caldera. Overnight in Santorini. Day 4-Monday
ANTIPAROS-PAROS
In the morning you will enjoy a swim stop in an enchanting bay of Antiparos . Early noon arrival in Paros. Visit Parikia and the quaint village of Naoussa. Time to have a fun night and show us your dancing skills during our famous Greek Night. Overnight in Paros. Day 5-Tuesday
DELOS (anchorage) MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity’s most sacred island. Later on we stop at one of Mykonos beautiful bays for swimming off the ship before sailing into Tourlos port in Mykonos. The island of the jet setters is yours to explore and the night is young. Overnight in Mykonos. Day 6-Wednesday
SYROS
After a morning swim we will arrive in Syros, the capital of the Cycladic islands where you can enjoy one of its beautiful sandy beaches or walk through town and enjoy the unique architecture of the buildings. Overnight in Syros. Day 7-Thursday
Kythnos-Marina Zea, Athens
In the morning we will arrive in Kythnos where you will enjoy a swim in Kolones bay and will then set sail for Marina Zea where we will arrive in the late afternoon via Cape Sounion, the temple of Poseidon. Overnight in Marina Zea. Day 8-Friday
MARINA ZEA- DISEMBARKATION
Disembarkation after breakfast.
- Swim Stops & Beach Barbeques are weather permitting
- Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7 Beaufort winds
- The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.
Sailing Dates: From MARINA ZEAS April 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, May 06, 13, 20, 27, June 03, 10, 17, July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, August 05, 12, 26, September 02, 09, 16, 23, 30, October 07, 14, 21, 28, November 04, 11, 18 |
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AEGEAN
ODYSSEY Day 1-Friday
ATHENS – MARINA ZEAS
Embarkation 2-3 pm. Welcome cocktail party. Sail in the evening to Delos, passing Cape Sounion in the distance, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand on a high promontory and are illuminated at night. Day 2-Saturday
DELOS – MYKONOS
Enjoy a morning optional visit to Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. On a guided tour, you’ll visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, unearthed here in the 19th century. Next, we sail to one of Mykonos beautiful bays for a nice swim stop and lunch, weather permitting. Later in the afternoon we will sail into Mykonos main port. We’ll explore the archaeological museum or maritime museum, and stop to visit a bakery that has been turning out bread since the 15th century. At the conclusion of the tour, we will enjoy a glass of ouzo and traditional "mezedes" appetizers or enjoy Mykonos world famous night life. Day 3-Sunday
Samos, Greece
At daybreak we leave Mykonos to reach the island of Lipsi for a revitalising swim stop and a barbeque on deck. In the afternoon, we set sail for Samos. Overnight in Samos. Day 4-Monday
Kusadasi, Turkey (Ephesus)- Patmos, Greece
Today our explorations of ancient civilizations continue with an optional tour to Ephesus, the greatest archaeological site in the Aegean region. After lunch, free time at the Kusadasi’s bustling market before we sail for Patmos the spectacular island featuring whitewashed houses with colourfully painted shutters and doors and stone-paved streets.Overnight in Patmos. Day 5-Tuesday
Patmos- Amorgos, Greece
Your optional Patmos excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St. John and the historic center of the medieval town of Chora. After lunch we will sail to the picturesque island of Amorgos which we reach in the evening. Overnight in Amorgos. Day 6-Wednesday
Santorini, Greece
Santorini, formed by the half-submerged crescent of a volcanic caldera. You will go ashore and take a cable car to the town of Fira, a stunning cluster of white buildings atop a cliff. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided optional walking tour among Fira’s streets. You’ll also visit the Prehistoric Museum, which houses fascinating artifacts from Akrotiri, a city buried in the eruption that created the caldera in 1600 B.C. In the evening free time for a visit to Oia, famous for its sunset. Overnight in Santorini. Day 7-Thursday
Kythnos- Marina Zea, Athens
In the morning arrive in Kythnos Island where you will enjoy a swim in Kolones Bay. In the afternoon we sail for Marina Zea where we will arrive in the late afternoon. Overnight in port. Day 8-Friday
Marina Zea, Athens
After breakfast, it is time for you to bid farewell to your fellow passengers and to your crew and disembark.
- Note: The cruise itinerary is subject to weather conditions.
Sailing Dates: From MARINA ZEAS April 08, 15, 22, 29, May 13, 20, 27, June 03, 10, 17, 24, July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, August 05, 12, 19, 26, September 02, 09, 23, October 07, 14, 21, 28 |