Classical Greece by Yacht, Itinerary
Day 1Sunday: Heraklion, Crete |
Arrive at Athens Airport and connect to your flight to Heraklion, Crete. Meeting and transfer to your hotel in Heraklion. |
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Day 2Monday: Heraklion, Crete – Cruise |
This morning time to wonder around the bustling city of Heraklion or take an optional excursion to the magnificent ancient city of Knossos. Early afternoon transfer to the pier (2:00-3:00PM) to embark on Variety Cruises Mega-yacht, the “Harmony V” for your 7-night cruise. Overnight in Heraklion. (B) |
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Day 3Tuesday: Rethymnon, Crete – Cruise |
Morning arrival at Crete’s famous and lively town of Rethymnon. Optional tour to the medieval old town and the small Venetian harbor or to Villages and Monasteries nearby. Sail through the night to Monemvassia. (B. L or D) |
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Day 4Wednesday: Monemvassia & Nafplion , Peloponnese – Cruise |
Morning arrival at the remarkable medieval fortified town of Monemvassia, 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 unique architecture. Overnight in Nafplion. (B. L or D) |
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Day 5Thursday: Spetses, Saronic Island – Cruise |
Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of Agamemnon, the Homeric Achaean king. Early afternoon departure for the island of Spetses. Time at leisure to explore this well preserved traditional town, with no cars to disrupt the atmosphere created by the aristocratic town houses, genuine island culture and countless trendy shops, restaurants & cafés. Overnight in Spetses. (B. L or D) |
Day 6Friday: Athens, Marina Zea – Cruise |
Morning arrival at the Marina Zea Port. Leisure time or join the optional tour to the Acropolis and walk in the Plaka district. The cruise departs early afternoon via Cape Sounion to Kea. Time at leisure to explore Kea’s tiny port Korrisia after dinner. Departure in the early morning hours for Delos. (B.D) |
Day 7Saturday: Delos & Mykonos, Cyclades – Cruise |
Morning optional 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. (B.L or D) |
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Day 8Sunday: Santorini, Cyclades – Cruise |
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. Night departure for the island of Crete. (B. L or D) |
Day 9Monday: Heraklion, Crete |
Morning arrival at Heraklion. Disembarkation after breakfast and transfer to the Heraklion Airport for your flight to Athens. Arrival and overnight at Athens Sofitel Airport Hotel. (B) |
Day 10Tuesday: En Route |
Depart on your flight home. (B)
Note: Itinerary is subject to weather and operating conditions. The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel. |
First Class Hotel & Yacht Cruise |
City |
Nights |
Hotel / Cruise |
Heraklion |
1 night |
Lato Boutique Hotel ( Junior Suite ) |
On cruise |
7 nights |
Esperia Hotel |
Athens Airport |
1 night |
Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel |
LAND & CRUISE PRICES PER PERSON |
Friday Arrivals ( Apr – Oct ’09 ) |
Twin |
Single |
Apr 26 |
3280 |
4640 |
May 3 thru Oct 11 |
3775 |
5385 |
Oct 18 & Oct 25 |
3280 |
4640 |
* Add Port Taxes per Person |
190 |
190 |
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