Athens and Classical Greece Yacht Cruise (Small Ship Cruises)

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Classical Greece shows Greece at its bes. The beautiful whitewashed Cycladic Islands of Santorini and Mykonos, Crete the largest and southern- most Greek Island and the Peloponnese with Monemvassia and Nafplion and their historical treasures. Add to these destinations the less know and quaint islands of Kythira -will probably see turtles swim inside the port of Kythira where we will be docking for the night -and Hydra, a summer destination for the Athenians

FROM MAY TO END SEPTEMBER
PACΚAGE STARTS ON WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS (THE CRUISE DEPARTS FRIDAYS  ON SELECTED DATES ONLY)

Cruise Sailing dates in 2024 from Athens, Marina Zea

CLASSICAL GREECE, ON  BOARD THE M/Y HARMONY G
On Board the M/Y Harmony G:
May: 24, 31
June: 07
Sep: 06, 13, 20, 27

CLASSICAL GREECE,  ON  BOARD THE M/Y HARMONY V
On Board the M/Y Harmony V:
June: 14, 21, 28
July: 05, 12, 19, 26
Aug: 02, 09, 16, 23, 30


PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Athens
• Half day Athens sightseeing tour
• 7 night yacht cruise on board the M/Y Harmony G or Harmony V. Includes American buffet breakfast and one main meal daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a Greek Night , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner. Regular (filter) coffee, tea and drinking water free all day. Use of fishing and snorkeling equipment (subject to availability) and English speaking Cruise escort.
• Entrance fees, during guided sightseeing
• Daily breakfast
• All transfers as mentioned
• 24 hour assistance phone number
• All taxes

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:

• Travel insurance
• International flights
• Personal expenses
• In Cruise :Beverages in cruise (except those mentioned above)- Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements. Crew tips – Personal expenses – WI-FI available at extra charge.
• Gratuities

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WEDNESDAY: ATHENS
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
THURSDAY: ATHENS GUIDED CITY TOUR
Morning sightseeing tour of Athens. The striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Tomb of the unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library. In contrast, conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis museum, a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens. Afternoon at leisure.
FRIDAY: ATHENS / MARINA ZEA / KEA ISLAND
Embarkation at Marina Zea in Athens, between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your crew and fellow passengers. 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.
SATURDAY: DELOS  - MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity’s most sacred island. On to the port of Mykonos, with a swim stop on the way. Free afternoon and evening to enjoy the island’s cosmopolitan lifestyle. Overnight in Mykonos.
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.  
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.
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.
WEDNESDAY: MONEMVASIA - 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.
THURSDAY: HYDRA / MARINA ZEA
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. Captain’s Farewell Dinner. After midnight arrival at Marina Zea, Athens.  
FRIDAY: MARINA ZEA, PIRAEUS
After breakfast on board, disembarkation at 8:30 - 9:00 am and transfer to the airport for your departure flight home.

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Driving along the coastal road past the wonderful beaches of GLYFADA, VOULIAGMENI, VARKIZA and countless coves, one has a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf. A crowning feature of the tour Cape SOUNION, dominated by the spectacular Temple of POSSEIDON overlooking the Aegean sea.(Oct 1 to Mar 31 - ½ hour earlier)

  Starting our evening tour with a pleasant panoramic drive through illuminated city center and we will approach the slope of the sacred hill to admire the illuminated Acropolis.
Then we will visit the museum of Ancient Greek musical instruments and discover the music history of Greece. Explore the greatest and only collection with 60 reconstructed Ancient Greek Musical instruments.
Next we will walk through the narrow pedestrian street of Plaka, the old city of Athens, to dine in a Greek typical restaurant with floor folklore show with live music, ballet with dancers in traditional costumes
N.B. Drinks at the taverna are not included.

 

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