Unexplored Greece: Aegean Islands

MS Panorama / MY Variety Voyager | Greece

The Unexplored Greece: Aegean Islands itinerary is the perfect way to discover Greece’s hidden gems and explore this incredible country, off the beaten path on board your wonderful small cruise ship. Become acquainted with lesser known and unspoilt islands of the Cyclades and Dodecanese. Here, deep culture, classic Greek customs and hospitality are still at the heart of these islands. Each day of this itinerary is a highlight of natural beauty and discovery and will leave anyone truly fulfilled.

Itinerary Highlights:

  • Ten stunning island destinations
  • Explore Chora, the Castle & Monastery on picturesque Patmos
  • Walking tour of Amorgos
  • Hike to discover Serifos' hidden villages
  • Optional winery visits with wine and meze tasting
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  • Duration:

  • 8 Days, 7 Nights

  • Board Basis:

  • Half Board | Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner (see details below)

  • Departures:

  • 2024
    May: 31
    June: 07, 21, 28
    July: 05, 12, 26
    Aug: 02, 16, 23, 30*

    *dates marked with single asterisk sail onboard MY Variety Voyager; all other dates sail onboard MS Panorama

What's Included:

  • Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC and air conditioning
  • Buffet breakfast plus 1 or 2 meals daily: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 2 Dinners
  • Complimentary Filter Coffee, Tea and Mineral Water all day.
  • Complimentary Wine, Beer and Soft Drinks with lunch and dinner on board
  • Special Activities on board: Welcome Reception, Greek Theme Evening with traditional music and dancers, fun BBQ lunches (weather permitting), Captain's Dinner
  • Use of Fishing and Snorkelling Equipment (subject to availability)
  • Kayaks, Water Toys and Stand-Up paddle Boards (subject to availability)
  • English-speaking Cruise Escort

What's Not Included:

  • Beverages (except those stated as included)
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land excursions
  • Crew tips or gratuities for drivers and guides
  • WiFi (additional charge)
  • Medical expenses
  • Port charges
  • Personal expenses such as drinks, other than those stated as included.
  • Expenditures incurred ashore
  • Passenger personal expenses

Full Itinerary

Athens (Marina Zea) - Cape Sounion

Day 1 | Friday

Embark MY Callisto between 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. to meet your fellow guests and crew. Set sail for Cape Sounion with sunset cocktails an al fresco dinner under the ancient temple of Poseidon. Overnight at sea towards Ikaria.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Ikaria

Day 2 | Saturday

Start with a swim in the blue waters of Ikaria's Seychelles beach before a BBQ lunch on board. Join our tour of the authentic villages, wild landscapes and natural thermal springs or join a cooking class and learn the secret to the inhabitants’ famed longevity! Afternoon at leisure, or at one of the traditional village fairs.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Patmos - Lipsi

Day 3 | Sunday

Discover Patmos' UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St. John, as well as medieval Chora. Sail to Lipsi with lunch and swim stop en route. Sample Lipsi's famed Aposperitis red wine on board. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Lipsi.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Kalymnos

Day 4 | Monday

Kalymnos is a hidden gem, home to the famous sponge divers, ideal for modern day adventurers with 1,300 marked hiking routes. Our tour engages with the locals harvesting sponges. Hike or visit the beautiful Esperidon fjord. Overnight in Kalymnos' quaint port.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Levitha - Amorgos

Day 5 | Tuesday

The islanders of Levitha (a family of four) invite you to enjoy their freshly grilled-to-perfection fish and meat. Explore the island before sailing to Amorgos; learn to make the famous liquor Psimeni Raki. Enjoy the breathtaking medieval capital. Overnight in the port of Katapola.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Amorgos - Koufonisia - Iraklia

Day 6 | Wednesday

Visit Chozoviotissa monastery, built high in the mountains in 1088. Enjoy a glass of Psimeni Raki, a local sweet and the magnificent views. Swim in Koufonisia, or kayak or paddle-board the sea caves. Cruise around nearby Schinoussa before Iraklia, a tiny island gem in the midst of the Aegean. Evening at leisure to enjoy true laid-back Greek island life. Overnight in port.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Serifos

Day 7 | Thursday

Enjoy a swim at a remote beach in Serifos with BBQ lunch on board. Explore the picture-perfect castle-village of Hora. Join optional tours of a local winery or the island's ceramic studio to get creative and make some souvenirs! Farewell dinner before overnight sailing to Athens.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Athens

Day 8 | Friday

Following breakfast, you will disembark at 9 a.m. to return to the airport or to extend your trip.

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Note: Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises and of the vessel’s Captain in case of adverse weather conditions; or on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not automatically entitle passengers to any refunds, but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.

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