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JEWELS
OF THE CYCLADES-2024
ABOARD THE 25-CABIN MOTOR SAILER GALILEO
APRIL -OCTOBER | 8-day cruises
Fridays - From Athens to Athens, Greece
Cyclades: Dazzling white villages, golden beaches and clear azure water are just the start of what these islands have to offer. Ancient Greek geographers gave this unique cluster of islands the name Cyclades because they saw that they formed a circle ('kyklos" in Greek) of sorts around the sacred island of Delos. According to myth, the islands were the debris that remained after a battle between giants. In reality, they resulted from colossal geological events like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Their colours are blue and white like the Greek flag. The islands come in all sizes and, though the ingredients are the same – incomparable light, translucent water, heavenly beaches, lustrous white buildings and bare rock, each one has its own distinct character..
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The best of the Aegean Islands
8 days cruises from Athens - Marina Zea
on board the 49 passenger MotorSailer GALILEO
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We
are back from our wonderful adventure. We were gone a total
of 15 days and the last week was on the boat. It could not
have been better!! We had such a great time. The crew and
staff were friendly and helpful and the room was excellent.
We got very lucky and the rest of the guests were fun and
easy to get to know. We highly recommend it.
The Greek Isles are breathtakingly beautiful!!
A big thanks to you for helping us. ...Terri...6/15/09 |
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Cruise
Highlights include:
· Santorini with her famous sunsets, sugarcube
villages and the historical site of Akrotiri
· Mykonos, the queen of the Aegean and nearby
Delos, Apollo's sacred island, a breath-taking
open air museum and UNESCO World Heritage site.
· Folegandros, a truly authentic, off-the-beaten
track island, with her famous Venetian castle.
· Syros, the classy capital of the Cyclades.
· Paros, a fairytale with charming fishing
ports
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The Variety
Cruises Experience
Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising
and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery,
unravelling the wonders of the Aegean Islands. 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.
The MotorSailer
GALILEO
The 51 meter M/S Galileo is a classic steel hull motor sailer,
with spacious and well appointed interiors renovated in 2007.
The Galileo is always sailing under motors. Sails are occasionally
used when weather and route allow.
Life on Board
At the main deck, a lounge area with an American bar leads
into a warm and elegant dining room finished with wood and
leather. Guests on Galileo enjoy the most, a shaded outdoor
deck area with an outdoor bar and the ship's sun deck equipped
with sun beds and deckchairs.
The Cabins
The M/S Galileo's 25 outside guest cabins are located on the
Lower and the Upper Deck all with large windows or portholes.
Elegantly decorated, they have either twin or queen sized
beds and bathrooms with showers en suite. All cabins are fully
air-conditioned and offer storage space and radio music controls.
2022
JEWELS OF THE CYCLADES
Cruise Itinerary
April-October
8 day cruises- Fridays-from Athens - Marina Zea
on board the 49 passenger Motorsailer Galileo
Day 1 - FRIDAY
ATHENS - POROS
Embarkation at Marina Zea in Athens, between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your crew and fellow passengers. Sail for Poros for a short 3 hours visit, before set sail to Poliegos. Overnight at sea.
Day 2 - SATURDAY
POLIEGOS - FOLEGANDROS
Morning arrival in Poliegos, an uninhabited island known for its amazing beaches and turquoise waters. Morning swim stop followed by a BBQ on deck. Afternoon sailing to Folegandros, one of the most amazing and less known islands in the Aegean Sea. Walk the amazing Upper city and have the possibility to taste delicacies at traditional Greek taverns. Overnight in Folegandros.
Day 3 - SUNDAY
SANTORINI
Early in the morning depart for Santorini. Morning arrival at Santorini (occasionally at anchor) to explore its unique capital Fira. Optional Excursion to Akrotiri excavations and a tour of the villages including the small, beautiful village of Oia known for its breathtaking view over the caldera. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 4 - MONDAY
ANTIPAROS-PAROS
In the morning you will enjoy a swim stop in an enchanting bay of Antiparos. Early noon arrival in Paros. Optional visits to Ekatontapiliani church in Parikia, the folklore museum in Marpissa, and the quaint village of Naoussa. Time to have a fun night and show us your dancing skills during our famous Greek Night. Overnight in Paros.
Day 5 - TUESDAY
DELOS-MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of Delos, antiquity’s most sacred island. Later on, we stop at one of Mykonos beautiful bays for swimming off the ship before sailing into the port of Mykonos. The island of the jet setters is yours to explore, and the night is young. Overnight in Mykonos.
Day 6 - WEDNESDAY
SYROS
After a morning swim we will arrive in Syros, the capital of the Cycladic islands where you can enjoy one of its beautiful sandy beaches or have optional tour through town and enjoy the unique architecture of the buildings before having the chance for a culinary experience to taste authentic recipes of the Cycladic cuisine at our small family taverna. Overnight in Syros.
Day 7 - THURSDAY
KYTHNOS-MARINA ZEA, ATHENS
In the morning we will arrive in Kythnos where you will enjoy a swim in Kolones bay and will then set sail for Marina Zea where we will arrive in the late afternoon via Cape Sounion, the temple of Poseidon. Captain’s Farewell Dinner and overnight in Marina Zea.
Day 8 - FRIDAY
ATHENS- DISEMBARKATION
Disembarkation at 9:00 am after breakfast.
Itineraries can
be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises and of the Vessel's
Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort
or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing
a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions.
Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers
to any refunds but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers
are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time
for their flights.
Jewels
of the Cyclades Cruise
On board the MotorSailer GALILEO
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SATURDAY DEPARTURES FROM ATHENS-MARINA ZEA
OFFICIAL
RATES - USD
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From
Marina Zea- Athens
2024
April 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 23
July 14, 21, 28
August 4, 18, 25
September 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20
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OFFICIAL
US$ RATES
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CABIN
CATEGORIES |
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Rates per person in DBL/TWIN |
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Cat
C
Lower Deck, Twin or double beds |
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$2990 |
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Cat
B
Lower Deck, Twin beds |
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$3690 |
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Cat
A
Upper Deck, Twin or double beds |
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$4490 |
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Single Supplement |
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60% for Cat C and B Cabins and 75% for Cat A Cabins |
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3rd Person discount
in Act A |
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30% |
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Port
Charges $370 |
Children policy/Family offer
✓ SINGLE parent with 1 or max. 2 children in same cabin:
The parent pays Single cruise fare & children cruise for FREE
✓ COUPLE with 1 child sharing the same cabin: ▪ No charge for the child up to 10 years old ▪ 50% reduction for the child 11-17 years old
✓ COUPLE with 2 or 3 (regardless of age) children: Both cabins will be charged at Single rate (single adult rate)
✓ Discounts which only apply for the children (5-17 years old):
25% reduction on all optional excursions
Conditions & Restrictions for the Family offers:
• They apply for children 5-17 years old
• They are valid for new bookings only
• They are on request and on first come-first served basis
• “Special Family offer” to be mentioned at the time of booking so that the discounted rates will apply for the reservation. Otherwise, Full rates will apply
• No reduction offered on port taxes which are additional for all participants
• They cannot be combined with any existing or future early bird discounts or special offers including Club exclusive offers
• Standard payment and cancellation policies apply
A/ Cruise fares are per person and week and include
-- Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private
SH/WC & air conditioning.
-- Half-board: Buffet breakfast and 1 meal daily,
including a Welcome Cocktail, a Greek night Evening, fun
BBQ, weather permitting) and Captain's Dinner.
-- Regular (filter) coffee, tea and drinking water
free all day.
-- Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject
to availability).
-- English-Speaking Cruise Escort.
Not included:
-- Beverages (except those mentioned above).
-- Shore excursions on the islands or other land
arrangements.
-- Crew tips.
-- Passenger personal expenses
-- Wi-Fi (available at charge)
B/ Conditions
and restrictions
PAYMENT
25% deposit is required 7 days from confirmation.
75% Balance of payment no less than 60 days prior to day of embarkation.
CANCELLATIONS
240 days to 120 days from embarkation: €120 / US$140 Administration fee (per booking)*
119 to 90 days from embarkation 15% of the cruise fare
89 to 60 days from embarkation 25% of the cruise fare
59 to 30 days from embarkation 50% of the cruise fare
29 to 00 days from embarkation 100% of the cruise fare
Cancellations must be confirmed by VARIETY CRUISES in writing in all cases.
*In case of cancellation the administration fee per booking will be converted to a future cruise credit redeemable on bookings made up to 12 months after cancellation, valid for any cruise and date of cruise.
AMENDMENTS
There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing pax number 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, spa-where applicable-, boutique items 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 Euro 13-15 per person per day for distribution among all crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders), use of the on board Wi-Fi (available at a charge), expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program.
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