Discover the Cyclades and Crete in 8 days
Explore the heart of the Aegean Sea
Cruise on the Variety Voyager
Departure Zea Marina (Greece)Half board
8 days, 7 nights
You will love:
- • The festive island of Mykonos
- • Historic Rethymnon
- • The village of Fira overlooking the Caldera
from
2 850 €2 565 €per person
Sail worry free for 8 days on a sublime yacht in the Aegean Sea. Thanks to your professional and attentive crew your cruise will be dedicated to discovering the wonders of ancient Greece and the Cyclades. Plan your time ashore to your liking due to the half-board package. The amenities on board will make you wish the cruise never ends!
Your Boat
All aboard the Variety Voyager, a modern and refined yacht (68 metres) equipped with stabilisers, making cruising a pleasure. Inside, everything has been designed to make you feel at home, with elegant decoration and comfortable lounge chairs, we invite you to relax between two stops. The bar will allow you to meet other travellers and talk about the islands you visited. The sun deck is the ideal place to admire the landscape while relaxing on the deckchairs. A swimming platform located at the back of the boat will allow you to go swimming in complete safety. If you wish to take some time for yourself, go to the spa for treatments or massages (at an extra cost).
Important: Please note that from May 2024 you will sail on the MY Harmony V or the MY Harmony G.
Important: Please note that from May 2024 you will sail on the MY Harmony V or the MY Harmony G.
Specifications
| Boat Model: | Variety Voyager |
| Type: | Luxury Yacht |
| Number of Cabins: | 36 |
| Maximum Capacity: | 72 |
| Crew Members: | 32 |
| Comfort onboard: Restaurant Lounge-bar Mini library Board games Snorkelling equipment Fitness equipment Mini Spa Kayak Swimming platform Wifi connection (extra charge) | |
The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance
Your Cabin
The ship can accommodate 71 passengers in its 36 sea view cabins (7 P-category, 11 A-category, 11 B-category and 6 C-category).
All cabins are air-conditioned (individually controlled) and equipped with TV (local channels only), audio system with CD player, telephone (internal use only), mini safe, mini fridge, bathroom with shower, hair dryer and private toilet.
All cabins are air-conditioned (individually controlled) and equipped with TV (local channels only), audio system with CD player, telephone (internal use only), mini safe, mini fridge, bathroom with shower, hair dryer and private toilet.
Double Cabin - Category C
These cabins are located on the lower deck. They have one double or two twin beds and portholes.
Double Cabin - Category B
These cabins are located on the lower and main decks. They have a double bed or two twin beds as well as portholes (lower deck) or small windows (main deck).
Double Cabin - Category A
These cabins are located on the main deck. They have a double bed or two twin beds and windows.
Double Cabin - Category P
These cabins are located on the upper deck. They have a double bed and large windows.
Please note: Some Category B and P cabins can be converted into triple cabins and thus accommodate up to 3 adults (2 twin beds and 1 bunk bed).
Itinerary
Sail through the most beautiful Greek islands aboard this splendid yacht. The captain’s decision to add night sailing, allows you more time to enjoy your cruise as much as possible on land and on board.
Day 1: Marina Zea (Athens) - Kea
Scheduled boarding between 2pm and 3pm. While meeting other passengers, crew and safety rules will be presented along with a meeting drink. Cast off to Kea Island. After dinner, go ashore and explore the port of Kea. You leave a little later in the evening headed for the sacred island of Apollo, Delos. You spend the night at sea.
Day 2 : Delays - Mykonos
You wake up in Delos, the island where light was born. An optional guide will be offered to discover its UNESCO classified archaeological site. Back on the boat, the crew weighs anchor and takes you a few miles further for a well-deserved swim break. After lunch, you head to the popular island of Mykonos. You will have free time until nightfall to explore and enjoy the island.
Day 3 : Mykonos - Santorini
Breakfast is in the outdoor dining room giving way to a beautiful view of Mykonos. You will anchor in Fira, capital of Santorini, around noon. On the west coast, this village is perched on a cliff overlooking the caldera offering a breathtaking panoramic view. For those who wish, an optional visit to archaeological sites and typical villages will be offered. Tonight, you have dinner and spend the night at sea.
Day 4 : Rethymnon (Crete)
You arrive early in the morning at the famous port Rethymnon, where you have the entire day to yourself. You will have an optional visit to the archaeological site of King Minos’ palace in Knossos near Heraklion. You will leave at the end of the evening an dine on the water during your journey to Kythira.
Day 5: Rethymnon (Crete) - Kythira
Get up at dawn to enjoy the first glimmers of daylight reflected on the Aegean Sea. Before noon you will stop for a swim break. Dawn snorkels or scuba gear to explore the seabed. You arrive in Kythira, cradle of the goddess Aphrodite in the afternoon. You will have the evening to wonder the streets of the small island.
Day 6: Kythira - Monemvasia - Nafplion
The yacht departs early leaving for Monemvasia, a medieval city built on a rocky peninsula. Visit the Sainte-Sophie church located in the upper town. You leave early in the afternoon and stop to refresh yourself in the crystal-clear water. You dock at Nafplion in the evening. The charm of the old town and will enchant anyone who visits. Have a drink in on of the taverns on Staikopoulo Street to end the night.
Day 7: Nafplion - Hydra - Marina Zea
In the morning, we offer an optional visit to Mycenae. Your guide will teach you more about the history of this ancient city and the treasure of Atrée (Agamemnon's tomb). After lunch, you resume your cruise to Hydra. Experience the island in it’s full glory by horseback since no cars are allowed. Arrival at Marina Zea after midnight.
Day 8: Marina Zea (Athens)
Disembarkment is scheduled after breakfast.
Scheduled boarding between 2pm and 3pm. While meeting other passengers, crew and safety rules will be presented along with a meeting drink. Cast off to Kea Island. After dinner, go ashore and explore the port of Kea. You leave a little later in the evening headed for the sacred island of Apollo, Delos. You spend the night at sea.
Day 2 : Delays - Mykonos
You wake up in Delos, the island where light was born. An optional guide will be offered to discover its UNESCO classified archaeological site. Back on the boat, the crew weighs anchor and takes you a few miles further for a well-deserved swim break. After lunch, you head to the popular island of Mykonos. You will have free time until nightfall to explore and enjoy the island.
Day 3 : Mykonos - Santorini
Breakfast is in the outdoor dining room giving way to a beautiful view of Mykonos. You will anchor in Fira, capital of Santorini, around noon. On the west coast, this village is perched on a cliff overlooking the caldera offering a breathtaking panoramic view. For those who wish, an optional visit to archaeological sites and typical villages will be offered. Tonight, you have dinner and spend the night at sea.
Day 4 : Rethymnon (Crete)
You arrive early in the morning at the famous port Rethymnon, where you have the entire day to yourself. You will have an optional visit to the archaeological site of King Minos’ palace in Knossos near Heraklion. You will leave at the end of the evening an dine on the water during your journey to Kythira.
Day 5: Rethymnon (Crete) - Kythira
Get up at dawn to enjoy the first glimmers of daylight reflected on the Aegean Sea. Before noon you will stop for a swim break. Dawn snorkels or scuba gear to explore the seabed. You arrive in Kythira, cradle of the goddess Aphrodite in the afternoon. You will have the evening to wonder the streets of the small island.
Day 6: Kythira - Monemvasia - Nafplion
The yacht departs early leaving for Monemvasia, a medieval city built on a rocky peninsula. Visit the Sainte-Sophie church located in the upper town. You leave early in the afternoon and stop to refresh yourself in the crystal-clear water. You dock at Nafplion in the evening. The charm of the old town and will enchant anyone who visits. Have a drink in on of the taverns on Staikopoulo Street to end the night.
Day 7: Nafplion - Hydra - Marina Zea
In the morning, we offer an optional visit to Mycenae. Your guide will teach you more about the history of this ancient city and the treasure of Atrée (Agamemnon's tomb). After lunch, you resume your cruise to Hydra. Experience the island in it’s full glory by horseback since no cars are allowed. Arrival at Marina Zea after midnight.
Day 8: Marina Zea (Athens)
Disembarkment is scheduled after breakfast.
Your stops:
Marina Zea (Athènes) > Kea > Délos > Mykonos > Santorin > Rethymnon (Crète) > Kythira > Monemvasia > Nafplion > Hydra > Marina Zea (Athènes)
NEW: FLIGHT + STAY IN GREECE
Discover our fully customisable services to help you organise your holiday.
Serenity Service: Booking of your flight tickets.
Extension Service: Booking of accommodation and/or excursions before or after your cruise.
For more information, please contact your advisor or consult our FAQ section at the bottom of the page.
NEW: FLIGHT + STAY IN GREECE
Discover our fully customisable services to help you organise your holiday.
Serenity Service: Booking of your flight tickets.
Extension Service: Booking of accommodation and/or excursions before or after your cruise.
For more information, please contact your advisor or consult our FAQ section at the bottom of the page.
The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions
Prices
| Departure / Return | Double Cabin - Category CPrice incl. VAT per person | Double Cabin - Category BPrice incl. VAT per person | Double Cabin - Category APrice incl. VAT per person | Double Cabin - Category PPrice incl. VAT per person |
| May 2024 | |||||
Friday 24 May / Friday 31 May | -10%2 565 € | -10%3 141 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 31 May / Friday 07 Jun | -10%2 565 € | -10%3 141 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
| June 2024 | |||||
Friday 07 Jun / Friday 14 Jun | 2 850 € | 3 490 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 14 Jun / Friday 21 Jun | 2 950 € | 3 500 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 21 Jun / Friday 28 Jun | 2 950 € | 3 500 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 28 Jun / Friday 05 Jul | 2 950 € | 3 500 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
| July 2024 | |||||
Friday 05 Jul / Friday 12 Jul | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 12 Jul / Friday 19 Jul | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 19 Jul / Friday 26 Jul | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 26 Jul / Friday 02 Aug | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
| August 2024 | |||||
Friday 02 Aug / Friday 09 Aug | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 09 Aug / Friday 16 Aug | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 16 Aug / Friday 23 Aug | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 23 Aug / Friday 30 Aug | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
Friday 30 Aug / Friday 06 Sep | -10%2 655 € | -10%3 150 € | -10%3 681 € | -10%3 960 € | |
| September 2024 | |||||
Friday 06 Sep / Friday 13 Sep | 2 850 € | 3 490 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 13 Sep / Friday 20 Sep | 2 850 € | 3 490 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 20 Sep / Friday 27 Sep | 2 850 € | 3 490 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
Friday 27 Sep / Friday 04 Oct | 2 850 € | 3 490 € | 4 090 € | 4 400 € | |
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Price includes• Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private bathroom and toilets (in category P, A, B or C according to selection)
• English Crew Services
• Half board
• Welcome cocktail
• Barbecue (depending on weather conditions)
• Captain's Dinner
• Greek evening
• Beverages: water, tea and filter coffee
• Snorkeling and fishing equipment (subject to availability)
• Guaranteed departure from 12 participants
• English Crew Services
• Half board
• Welcome cocktail
• Barbecue (depending on weather conditions)
• Captain's Dinner
• Greek evening
• Beverages: water, tea and filter coffee
• Snorkeling and fishing equipment (subject to availability)
• Guaranteed departure from 12 participants
Price does not include• Flights
• Transfers to and from the airport to the yacht
• Drinks: juice and alcohol
• Tips to the crew (approx. 14 € /day/person)
• Services offered in the SPA
• Personal expenses
• Wifi connection (extra charge)
• Optional tours and excursions (to be booked and paid for on site)
• Port taxes: 330 € /person *
• *320€ from 2024
• Transfers to and from the airport to the yacht
• Drinks: juice and alcohol
• Tips to the crew (approx. 14 € /day/person)
• Services offered in the SPA
• Personal expenses
• Wifi connection (extra charge)
• Optional tours and excursions (to be booked and paid for on site)
• Port taxes: 330 € /person *
• *320€ from 2024
FAQ
YES!
Our services are available to all clients who embark on our cruise. Our tailor-made offers are adapted to your needs and your budget.
We have created two fully customisable offers:
- Serenity Service: Booking of your flight tickets.
- Extension Service: Booking of your accommodation (hotel, house, villa, etc.) and/or complementary activities such as excursions, guided tours, car rental, etc.
Our dedicated advisors will be happy to assist you in your holiday planning.
Our services are available to all clients who embark on our cruise. Our tailor-made offers are adapted to your needs and your budget.
We have created two fully customisable offers:
- Serenity Service: Booking of your flight tickets.
- Extension Service: Booking of your accommodation (hotel, house, villa, etc.) and/or complementary activities such as excursions, guided tours, car rental, etc.
Our dedicated advisors will be happy to assist you in your holiday planning.
For EU residents, a valid passport or Id card is needed. Nationals of other countries should check with the consulate of their country of origin for information on formalities.
The departure of your cruise is subject to a minimum number of 12 passengers. In the event that this minimum is not reached, your Globe Sailor advisor will contact you no later than 60 days before your departure date, in order to propose an extension of the date.
Your flight tickets can be booked by the GlobeSailor team. All you have to do is specify it to your advisor when you book your cruise.
Your transfers are not included in your cruise package, however they can be arranged by your Globe Sailor advisor and the base manager by taxi or minibus. Payment for this service is generally to be made to GlobeSailor at the time of payment of the balance or directly on site in cash. Don't forget to forward your arrival times to your advisor.
This cruise includes half board: breakfast and one meal (lunch or dinner) per day. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are not inlcuded. Per request, your advisor can send you the proposed menu.
Please inform us as soon as possible if you are allergic to certain foods or diet.
Please inform us as soon as possible if you are allergic to certain foods or diet.
You can pre-book your chosen excursion(s) when booking your cruise. You also can book once you are on-site, subject to availability.
During your stopovers, you can participate in visits or excursions (optional) accompanied by local guides. These are not included in the price of your cruise. They must be booked and paid for on site. These are subject to a minimum number of 14 participants.
Below are the possible excursions:
Délos :
Visit of this tiny island, now uninhabited, which shelters one of Greece's major archaeological sites, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Excursion duration: about 3 hours
Price: about 65 € /person (including a local English-speaking guide, transport to the island, entrance to the site and taxes)
Santorin:
Guided tour of Fira, the island's capital, followed by an exploration of the archaeological site of Akrotiri and a visit to the village of Oia.
Excursion duration: about 4h30
Price: about 75 € /person (including a cable car ride, a local English-speaking guide, transport on the island, entrance fees and taxes)
Crete - Rethymonon :
Guided tour of Knossos Palace and then the capital, Heraklion, and a small tasting of Cretan specialities.
Excursion duration: about 6 hours
Price: about 95 € /person (including an English-speaking guide from Knossos, transport on the island, entrance fees, small tasting and taxes)
Nauplion:
Visit of the archaeological site of Mycenae, one of the major centres of Greek civilization between 1600 and 1100 B.C. and a UNESO World Heritage Site.
Excursion duration: about 6 hours
Price: about 60 € /person (including an English-speaking guide from Knossos, transport on the island, entrance fees, small tasting and taxes)
Important:
The above-mentioned rates are strictly indicative. They can be modified without notice. Each excursion will be confirmed with a minimum of 14 participants. > All visits are English-speaking. Private French-speaking excursions may be organized (on request), subject to the availability of a French-speaking guide and a minimum number of participants (the crew will inform clients of the rate). The excursions may be modified according to local requirements (renovation, weather, traffic....) >The rhythm of the visits being sustained we advise the participants to be in good physical condition and to wear comfortable shoes adapted to terrains that can be slippery or rough. Don't forget to bring sunscreen, a hat and water to avoid dehydration. For the visit of places of worship, a covering clothing is required.
Below are the possible excursions:
Délos :
Visit of this tiny island, now uninhabited, which shelters one of Greece's major archaeological sites, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Excursion duration: about 3 hours
Price: about 65 € /person (including a local English-speaking guide, transport to the island, entrance to the site and taxes)
Santorin:
Guided tour of Fira, the island's capital, followed by an exploration of the archaeological site of Akrotiri and a visit to the village of Oia.
Excursion duration: about 4h30
Price: about 75 € /person (including a cable car ride, a local English-speaking guide, transport on the island, entrance fees and taxes)
Crete - Rethymonon :
Guided tour of Knossos Palace and then the capital, Heraklion, and a small tasting of Cretan specialities.
Excursion duration: about 6 hours
Price: about 95 € /person (including an English-speaking guide from Knossos, transport on the island, entrance fees, small tasting and taxes)
Nauplion:
Visit of the archaeological site of Mycenae, one of the major centres of Greek civilization between 1600 and 1100 B.C. and a UNESO World Heritage Site.
Excursion duration: about 6 hours
Price: about 60 € /person (including an English-speaking guide from Knossos, transport on the island, entrance fees, small tasting and taxes)
Important:
Excursions may be cancelled due to a lack of participants or changes to the itinerary. In this case, any excursion prepayment will be converted into on-board credits. These credits can then be used for alternative excursions or expenses on board (bar or laundry). These credits have no monetary value and cannot be refunded or saved for future cruises or transferred to other passengers.
If you wish to make a cancellation, you should contact your GlobeSailor advisor as soon as possible. Whatever the circumstances, you will be charged the following cancellation fees, depending on when the cancellation is made: up to 90 days before departure = 30%; 89 to 60 days before departure = 50%; 59 to 30 days before departure = 75%; 29 days or less before departure = 100% of the total cost of your booking. We recommend that you sign up for cancellation insurance with your personal insurance provider.
To confirm your reservation, you must inform your GlobeSailor advisor who will make an option for you until you receive your deposit. The reservation will only be considered final once your deposit has been received (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card) from 30 to 50% of the amount of the reservation. A 100% deposit will be required for any reservation less than one month before departure. The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the boarding.
Client Reviews: (4.5/5)
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Small and friendly
- reviewed on 08 july 2022
Excellent friendly staff that go that bit further to make your trip one to remember..
The islands we visited were excellent,the ships coordinator Isobel is extremely knowledge about the islands we visited.
Good choice of food drink. We stayed in one of the premium cabins which had lots of space. The housekeeping staff did an excellent job keeping the boat spotlessly clean.
- reviewed on 19 september 2023
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