This relaxing yacht cruise from Athens to the historic city of Dubrovnik explores Montenegro, Albania and the Greek Islands.
Enjoy an exciting transit of the Corinth Canal then head to Kefalonia, known as the setting for Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop en-route to Ithaca with its charming Ionian architecture. Relax on the tranquil islands of Antipaxi and Paxi, then discover the imperial past of Corfu. Explore the Albanian Riviera with a stop at Saranda and perhaps join the optional excursion to the archaeological site of Butrint. Continue on to the medieval town of Budva with its Venetian architecture then navigate the Bay of Kotor, the deepest natural fjord in the Mediterranean. See the sights of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic
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Adriatic Sea and Greece Athens - Dubrovnik Itinerary
Day 1 - Athens (Greece) - Corinth Canal
Embark ship in Marina Zea for a late afternoon crossing of the Corinth Canal. Welcome Reception and Dinner on board. Overnight cruising towards Kefalonia.
Day 2 - Kefalonia - Ithaca
Early morning arrival in Sami, the port for Kefalonia, where there is an optional excursion this morning to explore the island that is not only known for Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, but also because of its sheer beauty, its National Park and its stately towns. Early this afternoon sail towards Ithaca. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop and a BBQ lunch on board. Afternoon arrival on Ithaca at the port of Vathy. Built within this deep-water, fjord-like bay, the capital of the island maintains its charm and its traditional Ionian architecture. This island is the homeland of Homer’s Odysseus. Overnight in port.
Day 3 - Antipaxi - Paxi
Early morning sailing to Antipaxi, the smallest of the Ionian Islands, for a refreshing swim stop. The island is home to dense forest interspersed with grapevines. Midday arrival, swim stop and a BBQ lunch on board. Late afternoon arrival in nearby Paxi, an off-the-beaten-track island with olive groves and fjord-shaped beaches. Afternoon at leisure and overnight in port
Day 4 - Corfu
Early morning sailing to Corfu where there is an optional excursion to explore the impressive UNESCO-listed centre and Byzantine churches, or an optional scenic tour through the lush Corfiot countryside and old high hill villages. Overnight in port
Day 5 - Saranda (Albania)
Early morning sailing to the picturesque town of Saranda, boasting the most attractive waterfront on the Albanian Riviera. Perhaps join the optional excursion to the nearby archaeological site of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the ship for lunch on board and a swim-stop on the way. Overnight at sea to Budva.
Day 6 - Budva (Montenegro) - Kotor
Arrive this morning at the well-preserved medieval town of Budva where there is an optional sightseeing excursion to Old Budva to explore Budva’s vast cultural heritage and Venetian architecture. Late afternoon departure to Kotor, Montenegro. Navigate the Bay of Kotor, the deepest natural fjord in the Mediterranean. Overnight in port.
Day 7 - Kotor - Dubrovnik (Croatia)
Sail to the exquisite medieval town of Kotor, its dramatic city walls enclosing a maze of winding streets leading to enchanting squares, charming boutiques and a wide choice of bars and restaurants. Enjoy a refreshing swim or join the optional tour to the Old Town. Afternoon sailing and evening arrival to Dubrovnik, Croatia. Overnight in port.
Day 8 - Dubrovnik
Disembark in Dubrovnik.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.
Adriatic Sea and Greece Dubrovnik - Athens Itinerary
Day 1 - Dubrovnik (Croatia) - Kotor (Montenegro)
Embark your ship in Dubrovnik for an afternoon departure towards Kotor. Welcome Reception and Dinner on board. Navigate the Bay of Kotor then overnight in port.
Day 2 - Kotor
Today an optional excursion explores the exquisite medieval town of Kotor, its dramatic city walls enclosing a maze of winding streets leading to enchanting squares, charming boutiques and a wide choice of bars and restaurants. Lunch on board and sailing towards Budva. Afternoon arrival at the well-preserved medieval town of Budva. Enjoy an optional sightseeing excursion to Old Budva. Explore Budva’s vast cultural heritage and Venetian architecture. Dinner and sailing to Saranda, Albania. Overnight at sea.
Day 3 - Saranda (Albania) - Corfu (Greece)
Early afternoon arrival at the picturesque town of Saranda, boasting the most attractive waterfront on the Albanian Riviera. Perhaps join the optional excursion to the nearby archaeological site of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the ship for dinner on board and sail towards Corfu for a late evening arrival. Overnight in port.
Day 4 - Corfu - Paxi
Explore Corfu where there is an optional excursion to explore the impressive UNESCO-listed centre and Byzantine churches. Lunch on board then sail to Paxi Island with a swim stop en-route. Evening arrival at Paxi, an off-the-beaten-track island with olive groves and fjord-shaped beaches, where there is time at leisure. Overnight in port
Day 5 - Kefalonia
Midday arrival in Sami, the port for Kefalonia. Lunch on board then perhaps join the optional excursion to explore the island that is not only known for Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, but also because of its sheer beauty, its National Park and its stately towns. Overnight in port.
Day 6 - Kefalonia - Ithaca
Morning sailing towards Ithaca. Enjoy a refreshing swim stop and a BBQ lunch on board. Early afternoon arrival on Ithaca at the port of Vathy. Built within this deep-water, fjord-like bay, the capital of the island maintains its charm and its traditional Ionian architecture. This island is the homeland of Homer’s Odysseus. Afternoon at leisure to explore the island’s quaint port and cobblestone streets. Return on board for dinner and sail towards the Corinthian Gulf. Overnight at sea.
Day 7 - Corinth Canal - Aegina
Cross the Corinth Canal, one of the most important projects of modern Greece, which played an important role for Mediterranean trade. Enjoy a BBQ lunch and swim-stop on the way to Aegina island. Early afternoon arrival at Aegina, a charming island in the Saronic Gulf. Afternoon at leisure to explore the well-preserved columns of the Temple of Aphaia, an ancient temple predating the Parthenon, or to stroll through medieval Aegina. Late evening sailing to Athens. After midnight, we arrive at Marina Zea, Athens.
Day 8 - Athens
Disembark in Marina Zea.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.