Classical Greece aboard Variety Voyager

Description

Enjoy a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unraveling the wonders of Classical Greece. The beautiful Cyclades, Kea, Santorini, Mykonos and the neighboring UNESCO-protected archaeological isle of Delos. Crete, the largest and southern most Greek island. The crystal blue waters of the island of Kythira, a hidden gem of the Aegean sea. The Peloponnese with Monemvassia and Nafplion historical treasures. Hydra, an off-the-beaten track island with her picturesque harbor. 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.

Trip Name

Classical Greece aboard Variety Voyager

Days

Overview

Vessel Type: Motor Yacht Length: 68 metres Passenger Capacity: 72 Built: 2012 The new build 68m - 223ft state of the art Mega Yacht will accommodate just 72 passengers in 36 cabins. Built under the latest International “Safety of Life At Sea” (SOLAS 2010) regulations and classified by the American Bureau of Shipping (A.B.S.), the Variety Voyager guarantees guests safety with incomparable comfort and elegance. The Variety Voyager will seduce her passengers with her sleek lines and ample deck space, very much what one expects from a millionaire’s super yacht. Inside, cabins and public areas are finished with warm fabrics, rich marbles, axminster carpeting and soft tones wood panelling. Everywhere, unobstructed views of the ocean and of the ports visited. And above all, the professional service of a crew of 28, always with a smile and a true desire to satisfy. Ship Categories & locations may vary on some trips, please check for details.

Itinerary

Day 1 - DAY 1 ATHENS KEA GREECE

Embarkation at Marina Zea in Athens, between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet yourcrew and fellow passengers. Depart via Cape Sounion to Kea. Time at leisure to explore Kea’stiny port, Korrisia after dinner. Departure in the early hours for Delos. Overnight at sea.

Day 2 - DAY 2 DELOS MYKONOS GREECE

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 enjoythe island’s cosmopolitan lifestyle. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 3 - DAY 3 SANTORINI GREECE

Noon arrival in Santorini (anchorage at Fira). Experience the stunning natural drama of thevolcanic caldera. Optional tour to archaeological sites and typical villages with unique views overthe Aegean Sea. Overnight sailing to Crete.

Day 4 - DAY 4 RETHYMNON CRETE GREECE

Morning arrival at Crete’s famous and lively port of Rethymnon. Optional tour to the ancient cityof Knossos near Heraklion. Late departure for Kythira. Overnight at sea.

Day 5 - DAY 5 KYTHIRA GREECE

Late morning swim stop and afternoon arrival to Kythira, a less known island gem now fastbecoming a favourite among visitors to Greece. Evening at leisure to visit the picturesque maintown of Chora and experience the subdued charms of this peaceful island. Overnight in Kythira.

Day 6 - DAY 6 MONEMVASSIA NAFPLION, GREECE

Early morning sailing to Monemvassia. Discover a remarkable medieval fortified town, with timeat leisure to explore the uniquely preserved Byzantine and Venetian architecture and experiencethe beauty of the natural setting. Depart for Nafplion in the early afternoon, with a swim stop onthe way. Evening arrival at Nafplion. The old quarter is charming, with narrow streets andcharacteristic period architecture. Also, impressive medieval fortifications can be seen in the portand crowning the hills above. Overnight in Nafplion.

Day 7 - DAY 7 HYDRA, GREECE

Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of Agamemnon, the Homeric Achaeanking. Early afternoon departure for the islands of Hydra. Time at leisure to explore thispicturesque port town. Overnight in port.

Day 8 - DAY 8 MARINA ZEA ATHENS GREECE

Departure in the early hours for Marina Zea, Piraeus. Arrival and disembarkation after breakfast.

Day 9 - Please Note:

Itineraries are subject to change.

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Inclusions

Santorini with her famous sunsets, sugar cube villages and the historical site of Akrotiri
Mykonos, the queen of the Aegean and nearby Delos, Apollo's sacred island, a breath-taking open air museum and UNESCO World Heritage site.
Hydra, a truly authentic, unknown island.
Crete, the largest island in Greece.
Monemvassia, a “stone about to set sail”