Explore the real Greece of dazzling white cliff-top villages, ancient olive groves and secluded turquoise bays on this unique megayacht cruise. The comfortable small yachts are able to visit islands well off the usual tourist trail, anchor in tranquil bays for relaxing swim stops, and moor in picturesque harbours near traditional bars and tavernas.
Discover the immaculate twin bays of Kythira, the traditional Greek fishing town of Hydra and the captivating ancient walled town of Monemvasia, as well as glamorous Mykonos and stunning Santorini. Optional excursions explore the classical sites of Knossos, Delos, Mycenae and Akrotiri on Santorini.
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Classical Greece Itinerary
Day 1 - Athens (Greece) - Marina Zea - Kea
Join us - and your fellow explorers - at Marina Zea in Athens for a welcome drink. Today we start our adventure. First stop: Cape Sounion to visit the Temple of Poseidon. Next up, the short sail across to Kea for dinner and exploration before we set sail again, this time to Delos. Overnight at sea.
Day 2 - Delos - Mykonos
A day of contrasts: wake up in sacred Delos, the mythological birthplace of revered ancient Greek God, Apollo. The entire island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one that we are proud to have pioneered the road to tourism to. Then onto cosmopolitan Mykonos - stopping en route for your first chance to dive from boat to sea. In Mykonos, the afternoon, evening and night are yours. Overnight in Mykonos: join us back on board after a night of partying with the jetset.
Day 3 - Santorini
Relax with coffee and breakfast on deck this morning as we sail from Mykonos to Santorini. We know you’ll fall in love with this picturesque, volcanic island. Yes, the famous blue-domes overlooking the caldera are here, but so are archaeological sites, traditional villages, and more. Let us show you Santorini’s secrets on an optional tour.. Overnight sail to Crete.
Day 4 - Rethymnon
The day is yours in Crete. We’ll arrive early and leave late - how you spend the time in between is up to you. Perhaps you’ll take a wine tour, an archaeological excursion, learn about Cretean mythology? Tell us what you want to see and do and we’ll make it happen. Overnight at sea.
Day 5 - Kythira
Ready. Steady. Jump! This morning is another chance to dive into those famous Aegean waters as we drop anchor on our way to Kythira. This lesser-known island is quickly gaining popularity; now is your chance for laid-back exploration. Ask our crew for restaurant recommendations in the main town of Chora. Overnight in Kythira.
Day 6 - Monemvasia - Nafplion
We’ll depart early for the medieval, fortified town of Monemvasia. The stories here are endless, and come to life via the uniquely preserved Byzantine and Venetian architecture. In the early afternoon we’ll depart for Nafplion, with a swim stop on the way. Here, explore the narrow streets of the old quarter at leisure. Overnight in Nafplion.
Day 7 - Hydra - Marina Zea
A short drive inland from Nafplion is Mycenae: a cradle of Greek civilization and home to the mythological kingdom of Agamemnon. Join us for an optional tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Come afternoon, we set sail for small yet historical Hydra; an island that enchanted the likes of Chagall and Picasso. End the day with our signature Captain’s Farewell Dinner as we sail back to Marina Zea.
Day 8 - Marina Zea
Breakfast on board before disembarkation. Though this adventure has come to an end, we hope to sea you on another soon!
Swimstops are weather permitting. Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in winds of force 7 on the Beaufort scale or above. The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.