Cruise in a boutique yacht around the Cyclades islands of the Aegean Sea

Enjoy an eight-day yacht cruise around beautiful Greek islands - the Cyclades archipelago - visiting secluded beaches, and mooring at bustling seaports and tranquil, uninhabited islands

Dazzling white villages, golden beaches and clear azure water… the Cyclades form a circle-shaped archipelago of around 220 pristine islands in the Aegean Sea. According to Ancient Greek legend, they were the rocks left over after a fierce battle between mythical giants. In reality, though, they formed as a result of prehistoric earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Nowadays, they offer a glorious mixture of whitewashed villas and pretty fishing villages overlooking sandy beaches, rocky coves and the glittering azure waters of the eastern Mediterranean. Some of the Cyclades - Santorini, Mykonos and Paros - you'll already have heard of, while others will be less familiar.

You'll be cruising in the yacht Galileo, offered a personalised service you just can't get with larger cruise ships, and access to smaller ports and secluded coves and beaches. The yacht features a spacious lounge, dining-room, outdoor bar and ample deck space for sunbathing and cocktails at sunset. You'll dock in a marina overnight, giving you the freedom to take a stroll or enjoy an after-dinner drink.

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Reasons to book

Santorini

With its stunning sunsets, whitewashed houses and circular volcanic shape, this island has formed the backdrop to many beautiful photos

Mykonos

She’s known as the queen of the Aegean. Nearby is Delos, Apollo's sacred island, a breath-taking open-air museum, and UNESCO World Heritage

Folegandros

A truly authentic, off-the-beaten-track island, with high cliffs and beaches that can only be reached by boat

Syros

The largest town on Syros is Ermoupoli, the capital of the Cyclades and a bustling seaport with neo-classical colourful buildings

Paros

A fairy-tale island with charming fishing ports and buildings constructed of locally sourced marble

MS Galileo

Your captain and hand-picked crew will ensure you receive outstanding service, heartfelt hospitality and personal touches

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Price includes

Eight-day yacht cruise.
Return flights from London Gatwick to Athens.
Private transfers.
Free drinks package with meals on board**.
Half-board accommodation in a double or twin cabin with en suite shower, WC, and air conditioning, flatscreen TV, mini fridge and safe deposit box.
Breakfast and lunch or dinner daily, including a welcome cocktail, a themed evening, BBQ and Captain's dinner.
Coffee, tea and drinking water free all day.
Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability).
English-speaking cruise escort.

Availability

From

Fri, Fri, May 26, 2023

To

Fri, Fri, Oct 20, 2023

Duration

8 days

Price per person

£2,899*

* Please note, from price is per person, based on two sharing and inclusive of flights. Cruise-only price £2499pp. Price based on May 26 2023 departure. Deposit 30%. Single supplement: £1157. Departures available in 2023: April 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 23; July 7, 14, 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18, 25; September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20. Price includes private transfers for flight-inclusive bookings. A two-night pre-cruise stay in Athens can be arranged, please call for details. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. **Price includes exclusive offer of free drinks package (beer and wine, served with meals only). Please note the itinerary can change due to for example local regulations or weather conditions. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Variety Cruises and TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

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Itinerary

Day
1

Athens to Poros

Athens, Greece

Embarkation after lunch at Marina Zea in Athens. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your crew and fellow passengers. Sail to Poros for a short visit before an overnight sailing to Poliegos.

Meals - Dinner
Day
2

Poliegos to Folegandros

Folegandros, Greece

Morning arrival in Poliegos, an uninhabited island with amazing beaches and turquoise waters. Morning swim, BBQ on deck, and afternoon sailing to Folegandros. Here you can visit the clifftop capital and taste delicacies at traditional Greek taverns. Overnight in Folegandros.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
3

Santorini

Santorini , Greece

Early morning departure for Santorini where you'll explore its capital Fira. Optional excursion to Akrotiri excavations and a tour of the village of Oia with views over the volcanic caldera. Overnight in Santorini.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
4

Antiparos to Paros

Paros, Greece

Morning swim stop in an enchanting bay on Antiparos. Early afternoon arrival in Paros with a visit to Parikia and the quaint village of Naousa. In the evening there's dancing and drinking on board, part of the Greek night party. Overnight in Paros.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
5

Delos to Mykonos

Mykonos, Greece

Optional morning tour to the sacred archaeological site of Delos. Later there's swimming at one of Mykonos's beautiful bays before sailing into the port of Mykonos. The island is yours to explore, and the night is young. Overnight in Mykonos.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
6

Syros

Syros (Syra), Greece

After a morning swim you arrive in Ermoupoli, the capital of Syros and the Cyclades. Swim at a beautiful sandy beach or walk-through town and enjoy the amazing architecture. Overnight in Syros.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
7

Kythnos to Cape Sounion to Athens

Kythnos, Greece

In the morning you sail to Kythnos and enjoy a swim at Kolona beach before setting sail for Marina Zea via Cape Sounion, the temple of Poseidon. Captain's farewell dinner and overnight stay in Marina Zea.

Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day
8

Athens

Athens, Greece

Disembark today after breakfast.

Meals - Breakfast

Accommodation

MS Galileo

Cruise ship

One of 49 guests on board MS Galileo, your captain and hand-picked crew will ensure you receive outstanding service, heartfelt hospitality and personal touches

The Galileo's 24 outside guest cabins are located on Upper and Lower Decks, all with large portholes. Elegantly decorated, they have either twin or double sized beds and bathrooms with showers en suite. All the cabins are comfortably arranged and beautifully furnished with wooden furniture and light fabrics. Cabins have individually controlled A/C, offer storage space, and are fitted with flat-screen TV, mini fridge, telephone (for internal use), hairdryer, central music, public address system and safe boxes.

During the day, life on board centers around the indoor lounge area and dining room, as well as the outdoor areas at the Main, Upper and Sun decks. The Captain will drop anchor at secluded bays in beautiful uninhabited islands where weather permitting guests can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking.

Renovated in 2020, the main deck lounge area with an American bar leads into a warm and elegant dining room finished with wood and carpet flooring, and beautiful soft fabrics. The spacious dining room seats all passengers in a single, unassigned seating and allows for spectacular views around you, while dining in an elegant environment. Food is served at the table or displayed on the state of the art hot & cold buffet which also includes an "a la minute cooking" section.

Guests on Galileo very much enjoy the shaded outdoor area with an outdoor bar where they can relax enjoying the most breathtaking sea views.

The vessel features a Sun Deck with a sitting area to relax and enjoy unobstructed views and with ample Sun loungers' space to sunbathe under the Mediterranean sun. In the evening you can watch the sunset, enjoy a drink overlooking the stars. Guests on the Galileo enjoy the shaded outdoor Bar area at the Upper Deck as well as the Sun Deck.

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TS Tours as agent for Variety Cruises

This tour is operated solely by Variety Cruises

Variety Cruises is the number one fleet of small ships, hosting no more than 71 guests.

Variety Cruises offer yachts with a professional crew and cuisine with a local flavour. All their small ships feature ocean view cabins and 360° unobstructed views of the destinations visited. Vessels are deployed in destinations worldwide, including Greece, the Adriatic Sea, the West Mediterranean, Cuba, the Seychelles, Costa Rica & Panama, West Africa and Cape Verde and more. Designed and handcrafted by an experienced family of ship-builders with a history spanning over 50 years, the company has established itself as the industry expert in yacht cruise experiences.

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Availability

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