GREEK ISLAND CRUISE ABOARD A CHARTERED YACHT
Friday 10 - Wednesday 15 April

Experience the Greek Islands in a way that many only dream of - a unique cruise, on exclusive charter to Gemmaway Travel.

The traditionally styled M/S GALILEO is a 25 cabin motor sailor, combining something of the romance and adventure of a private yacht with all the comfort and service of a larger cruise ship.

The itinerary boasts a wealth of historic sites, from ancient to medieval, and a unique timeless atmosphere. The highlights include visits to the wonderful islands of POROS, HYDRA, SPETSES and AEGINA, plus the historic ports of MONEMBASIA and NAUPLION on the Peloponnese coast. Our cruise finishes in ATHENS followed by an included city tour, and time to explore and shop on your own before flying back to the UK. You also have the option of extending your time in Athens either before or after the cruise.

  Itinerary

Friday 10: Fly London to Athens and transfer to Marina Zeal for embarkation on the Galileo. Sail for Poros Island.. Dinner on board. On arrival in Poros, there is time for an evening out in this pretty harbour, lined with taverns and bars, all with a very traditional Greek feel and laid back atmosphere.

Saturday 11 : Early morning departure for Monemvasia. We stop on the way for a spot of swimming or fishing in a secluded bay with crystal clear waters. We arrive in Monemvasia in time for lunch (not included). This island is known as the Gibraltar of the Aegean for the rock which dominates the peninsula and shadows the medieval walled town, founded during the Byzantine period. Dinner on board.

Sunday 12 : We sail in the morning for the stylish island of Spetses, favoured by wealthy Athenians, For a 3 hour visit. Why not take a horse drawn carriage around the delightful harbour and town, where the motor car is banned. Explore the narrow lanes with their 19th century architecture and scores of arty curiosity shops to tempt you. We then sail for Nauplion, with lunch on board and arrive late afternoon. Nauplion boasts a wealth of Venetian, Ottoman and Neo Classical architecture, crowned by a majestic Venetian castle. Explore the fascinating old town, before choosing one of the many traditional Greek Restaurants for dinner (not included).

Monday 13 : This morning there is free time to explore the castle, or take the optional excursion to the magnificent ancient amphitheatre of Epidauros, famed for its unique acoustics and beautiful setting. The theatre is still in use to this day. We later sail for the island of Hydra, with lunch on board. Hydra is one of the most photographed and painted harbour towns in Greece, if not the entire Mediterranean. Transport is by donkey or on foot, giving you the perfect way to explore Hydra’s uniquely preserved 18th Century architecture and winding alleys . The evening is again free for you to have dinner (not included) in one of the lovely restaurants.

Tuesday 14 : Sail for the Island of Aegina, which was briefly the first capital of modern Greece, and is now a bustling and lively little town characterised by the colourful floating shops, selling wonderful fresh fruit, vegetables and pottery. Lunch ashore (not included). Optional excursion to the 5th Century temple of Aphea, one of the best preserved ancient temples to be found in Greece. We then sail for Piraeus, the port of Athens, with evening arrival. Farewell dinner on board.

Wednesday 15 : Morning disembarkation and departure for half day tour of Athens, including a visit to the world renowned Parthenon on the rock of the Acropolis, which crowns the city. Time for shopping in the old ‘flea market’ district, as well as the downtown shopping area. Later we transfer to the airport for our return flight to London.

Want to explore Athens some more?  You can book extra days in our hotel in Athens and arrange your return flights accordingly.

PRICES: (per person)

DEPARTS: Friday 10 April (flight times to be confirmed)

RETURNS: Wednesday 15 April (Late afternoon departure from Athens)

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED

We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary if necessary.

NOTE: AS THIS CRUISE IS CHARTERED EXCLUSIVELY BY GEMMAWAY TRAVEL, A MINIMUM OF 36 PASSENGERS ARE NEEDED TO ENABLE THIS CRUISE TO OPERATE

FOR THIS TOUR GEMMAWAY IS ACTING AS AGENT FOR SEAFARER CRUISES (ATOL 4658)

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