The Cyclades in a private cabin

Your Boat

• M/S GALILEO
• 24 total cabins
• 49 people max
• 18 crew members

Welcome aboard your 48m gulet with 24 cabins offering spacious and friendly living spaces (renovated in 2020!). Navigation is mainly using the engines; but the sails may also be used (depending on weather and route). On board, 16 to 18 crew members; sailors and hostesses, are present to take care of you and the navigation.

Important: this cruise can also be operated on board the M/S Panorama (24 cabins; 49 passengers) on certain dates.

• Snorkeling equipment
• Fishing equipment
• Flat screen TV
• Annex

The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

Your Cabin

This boat is composed of 24 warm and elegant cabins. All cabins are air-conditioned and equipped with storage space, TV, telephone (internal use only), mini-fridge, bathroom with shower, hairdryer and private toilet.

Itinerary of your cruise

This itinerary has something sure to suit everyone: partiers, nature lovers or archaeology enthusiasts... Each anchorage will uncover a new corner of paradise!

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• Can I book my flights, accommodation and activities in addition to my cruise?

  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.

• What documents do I need in order to travel to Greece?

  For european passport holders, a visa is not required for stays of less than 3 months. You should make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the departure date.

• Is everyone on board English-speaking?

  Please note that this cruise is not exclusive to English travelers. It is quite common to meet people of various nationalities on board as we offer cruises to international clientele - encouraging curious and enriching exchanges for both passengers and crew.
  Crew members are multilingual and qualified to offer multilingual service.

• How can I arrange my transfer from the airport to the boat?

  Your transfers are not included in your package. However, they can be arranged by your GlobeSailor advisor and the base chief, 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.

• What does a skipper do? And what about a hostess?

  All the skippers which we offer are qualified, have the necessary professional licenses and speak fluent English. If you have any particular demands regarding a skipper make sure to let us know.
  The skipper is in charge of navigation and your safety on board. Feel free to try out some of the manoeuvres with him; he will be happy to teach you the basics of sailing.
  Regarding sleeping arrangements, the skipper will sleep on board, either in a cabin or in the common area (saloon).
  The skipper is not in charge of cooking or washing up. A hostess (or cook) will prepare your meals, clean the saloon area and the cabins and make sure the boat is kept tidy.

• How do we organise meals on board the boat?

  Most of our cabin cruises include full board and the services of a hostess, a cook. Alcoholic drinks are sometimes at an extra cost. Please check the terms and conditions of your quote. Your adviser will be able to send you the menus proposed on board. They are often prepared with fresh and local products. Please inform us as soon as possible if you have any specific dietary requirements!

• How do I book an optional excursion?

  You can pre-book your chosen excursion(s) when booking your cruise. You also can book on-site, subject to availability.

• What happens if the excursion I have booked cannot take place?

  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.

• What payments must I make in order to confirm my booking?

  In order to confirm your booking, you have to inform your GlobeSailor advisor who will put an option (hold) on the cabin for a certain time until we receive your down payment. The booking will only be considered final once we have received your down payment (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card) which is 50% of the total amount. A 100% down payment is required for any booking made less than one month before departure. The balance should be paid no later than one month before boarding, either to the base or to GlobeSailor. Mandatory extras and options will be payable locally. Be sure to check this with your advisor or the base prior to departure.

• What happens if I need to cancel my cruise?

  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.