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Cruise the Classical Greek
Islands aboard luxury yachts.
Enjoy a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and
private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery,
unraveling the wonders of the Classical Greece. Each day you
will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal
blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze
you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you!
Greece
and the Greek island cruises is our expertise, since we know and
show this destination better than anyone else! Showcasing 4,500
islands, amazing coastlines and quaint ports, cruises in Greece
are perfect on small ships rather than on ships carrying
hundreds of passengers. If you are interested in a Greek island
cruise, in 2012 we run five eight-day cruises which explore
world famous destinations, such as Mykonos and Santorini, as
well as out of the ordinary places. Experience the best Greece
and Greek islands cruise you’ve ever had with Variety Cruises!
Day 1 (Friday): Marina Zeas (Piraeus) - Kea
2:00-3:00 pm embarkation from Marina Zea. Depart via Cape
Sounion to Kea. Leisure time 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. Overnight 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 Kythira.
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 or Spetses
Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of
Agamemnon, the Homeric Achaean king. Early afternoon departure
for the islands of Hydra or Spetses. Time at leisure to explore
this picturesque port town. Overnight in port.
Day 8 (Friday): Marina Zeas (Athens)
Departure in the early hours for Marina Zea, Piraeus. Arrival
and disembarkation after breakfast.
For special group arrangements
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