Cabin Cruises

The best of the Aegean Islands and Continental Greece
7 days cruises from Athens - Marina Zea on the Megayachts
HARMONY V & Harmony G

7 Day Classical Greece

The Variety Cruises Experience
Enjoy a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the wonders of the Classical Greece. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.

Safety on the Harmony V
The latest addition to the Variety Cruises fleet, the HARMONY V, is a 183 ½ foot-wide Megayacht was launched in July 2009. The HARMONY V complies with EUROSOLAS safety regulations, ISPS (International Ships Port Safety Code) ISM, (International Safety Management), while its powerful engines, generators and state of the art twin stabilizers will allow for safe and comfortable cruising.

Life on Board
The HARMONY V is a modern Megayacht with a sleek high-tech look very similar to the private yachts to be found in the famous ports of the world.
Life on board will center around the Bar Lounge and Dining Room at the Main Deck and at the Sun Deck Bar where meals are served "al fresco" depending on the weather and the ship location. The classy dining room and the adjoining cosy bar lounge are surrounded by large windows providing beautiful views of the ports of call It accommodates all guests in one single seating and provides a high standard of cuisine, always with some local flavour. The Sun Deck is the ideal place to bask under the sun, read a good book or just gaze at the scenery. The swimming platform on Harmony V stern will allow for easy access to the ship and for a wide range of sea related activities. Service on board is provided by your Captain, the Cruise Coordinator and your experienced Marine and Hotel crew members. Service will be attentive or unobtrusive according to your requirements and priority is always given to the safety and comfort of passengers. Organised excursions are available for most ports of call and can be pre-booked or reserved 24 hours in advance.

The Cabins on Harmony V
The 25 cabins of the HARMONY V are located on the Main deck (9 cabins) and on the Upper Deck (16 cabins). All cabins are premium and contemporary, decorated with soft colour furnishings. Cabins are comfortable and average size is 135 sq feet. All 16 cabins on the Upper Deck offer flexible bedding configuration, which can be set to offer either two twin beds or a double bed. The 9 cabins at the Main Deck consist of 6 double bedded cabins and of 3 twin bedded cabins (no flexible bedding arrangement).
All cabins offer large windows and en suite bathrooms with shower and elegant Corian finishing on walls and floors. The cabins are equipped with flat screen TV sets, DVD players, music channels, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.

Note: Variety Cruises may substitute for some of the sailings the Harmony V with the sister ship Harmony G.

Friday

MARINA ZEA-PIREAUS-KEA.
2-3pm embarkation in Marina Zea. Depart via Cape Sounion to Kea. Time at leisure to explore Kea's tiny port Korrisia after dinner. Departure in the early hours for Delos

Saturday

DELOS(anchorage)-MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity's most sacred island. On to the port of Mykonos, with a swim stop on the way. Free afternoon and evening to enjoy the island's cosmopolitan lifestyle. Overnight in Mykonos.

Sunday

SANTORINI
Noon arrival in Santorini(anchorage at Fira). Experience the stunning natural drama of the volcanic caldera. Optional tour to the archaeological sites and typical villages with unique views over the Aegean Sea. Overnight sailing to the island of Crete..

Monday

RETHYMNON, CRETE
Morning arrival at Crete's famous and lively port of Rethymnon. Optional tour to the ancient city of Knossos near Heraklion. Late departure for Kythira. Overnight at sea.

Tuesday

KYTHIRA
Late morning swim stop and afternoon arrival to Kythira, a less known island gem now fast becoming a favourite among visitors to Greece. Evening at leisure to visit the picturesque main town of Chora and experience the subdued charms of this peaceful island. Overnight in Kythyra.

Wednsesday

MONEMVASSIA-NAPFLION
Early morning sailing to Monemvassia. Discover a remarkable medieval fortified town, with time at leisure to explore the uniquely preserved Byzantine and Ventian architecture and experience the beauty of the natural setting. Depart for Nafplion in the early afternoon, with a swim stop on the way. Evening arrival at Nafplion. The old quarter is charming, with narrow streets and characteristic period architecture. Also, impressive medieval fortifications can be seen in the port and crowning the hills above. Overnight in Nafplion.

Thursday

NAFPLION-HYDRA
Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of Agamemnon, the Homeric Achaean king. Early afternoon departure for the island of Hydra. Time at leisure to explore this picturesque port town. Overnight in port.

Friday

MARINA ZEA
Departure in the early hours to Marina Zea, Pireaus. Morning arrival in Marina Zea disembarkation after Breakfast.

Note: The cruise itinerary is subject to weather conditions

Sailing Dates From Marina Zea-Athens
Harmony V
From Marina Zea- Athens

May 6, 13, 20, 27
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 1, 8, 15, 23, 29
August 5, 12, 19, 26
September 2, 9, 16, 23
October 7, 14, 21, 28

Low season: 10% discounts for all Red Dates

 

Vessel Technical Specifications:
Coming soon...

Cabin Category Description of Cabins US Dollars

C

Main Deck -Smaller Double beded Cabin 2590

B

Main Deck - Twin or Double beded Cabin 2990

A

Upper Deck - Twin or Double beded Cabin 3290

S

Cabins for single use - Supplement 50%

3rd Person

Valid for Category A only- Reduction 30%
 

Port Charges

210
Dining and Lounge on Main Deck

Cruise fares are per person and week and include:
Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning
Half - board: American buffet breakfast and one main meal daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a Greek Night , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain's Dinner.
Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral water free all day.
Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability).
Multilingual Cruise Escort.
Not included:
Beverages (except those mentioned above)
Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
Crew tips
Passenger personal expenses

· 20% Early Booking Discount
For all bookings made until February 1st 2011
Offer available for limited number of cabins and for the following sailings:
July 8, 15, 22, 29
August 5,12,19,26
October 28* (the low season discount of 10% applies for the 28 Oct date)

· 10% Early Booking Discount
For all bookings made until February 1st 2011
Offer available for limited number of cabins and for the following sailings:
May 6,13,20,27
June 3,10,17,24
July 1
September 2,9,16,23,30
October 7,14,21

Restrictions

· Special offer is valid provided that a booking was made and paid for by February 1st , 2011
· Special offer must be mentioned at the time of booking and is not valid for already confirmed bookings.

· All reservations are on request and on first come first served basis.
· The offer is available for a limited number of cabins.
· Offer cannot be combined with any existing or new offer

Conditions and restrictions

PAYMENT 25% deposit is required upon confirmation. Balance of payment is due no less than 60 days prior to day of embarkation.
CHILD REDUCTION Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
CANCELLATIONS 25% of the cruise for any written cancellation received between 60 to 31 days prior to sailing; 50% up to 16 days prior to sailing; full cruise fare for written cancellations received less than the 16th day prior to sailing or for "no shows" even if cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances beyond passenger's control. Cancellations must be confirmed by VARIETY CRUISES in writing in all cases.
AMENDMENTS There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing guest numbers received less than 60 days prior to sailing. Amendments must be confirmed by VARIETY CRUISES in writing.
NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate), laundry and gratuities, (gratuities are optional but as a rule, satisfied clients are expected to give to the captain, at the end of the cruise approximately 7% of the cruise fare for distribution among crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders) expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program.



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