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The 7-Day Jewels of the Cyclades

The best of the Aegean Islands 8 day cruises
from Athens – Marina Zea on board the 49 passenger m/s GALILEO


m/s Galileo
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The Cruise Experience
Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising
and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery,
unraveling 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 Motor Sailer GALILEO
The 51 meter M/S Galileo is a classic steel hull motor sailer, with spacious and well appointed interiors renovated in 2007.
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 26 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.
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Itinerary in Brief

Day 1 - FRIDAY
MARINA ZEA - POROS
Embarkation 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, a very small island known for its amazing beaches. 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 dine at one of the traditional Greek tavernas.

Day 3 - SUNDAY
SANTORINI
Morning arrival at Santorini (occasionally at anchor) to explore its unique capital Fira. Optional Excursion to a typical Winery and a tour of the villages including the small beautiful village of Oia know 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. Visit Parikia 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 (anchorage) 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 walk through town and enjoy the unique architecture of the buildings. 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. Overnight in Marina Zea.

Day 8 - FRIDAY
MARINA ZEA- DISEMBARKATION
Disembarkation after breakfast.

Swim Stops & Beach Barbeques are weather permitting | Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7 Beaufort winds | The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.


Included


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 snorkeling 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.

Rate

2013 $ USD, Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning.

CABIN CATEGORIES

OFFICIAL $ USD RATES

Cat C Lower Deck, Twin or double beds

$1,890

Cat B Lower Deck, Twin beds

$ 2,290

Cat A Upper Deck, Twin or double beds

$ 3,050

Reduction for 3rd person in Cat A

30%

Single Supplement

50%

Port Charges

$ 225

Departures


2013
April 26                                                 
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31                         
June 7, 14, 21, 28                      
July 5, 12, 19, 26                       
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30                     
September 6, 13, 20, 27                
October 4, 11, 18, 25

2014 & 2015
every Friday, from the end of April until the end of October

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Upper Deck- 1 Double or 2 Lower Beds. The Category A cabins are located
on the Upper Deck and have windows. The cabins are air-conditioned and
fitted with central music, internal telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer
& en suite bathroom with shower.
The Category B cabins are located on the Lower Deck and have portholes.
The cabins are air-conditioned and fitted with central music, internal
telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer & en suite bathroom with shower.
Category C: Lower Deck- 1 Double or 2 Lower Beds.
The Category C cabins are located on the Lower Deck and have portholes.
The cabins are air-conditioned and fitted with central music, internal
telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer & en suite bathroom with shower.

 

Guests on Galileo enjoy the most the shaded outdoor deck area with and outdoor bar were they can just
relax enjoying the most breathtaking sea views. The Lounge area is located on the main deck and has large
windows providing for magnificent views. The lounge is a spacious, warm and cosy area with an American bar

Remarks



In case the wind power reaches 7 on the Beaufort scale, the yacht is not permitted to sail by the Coast Guard,
for safety reasons. Omitting port (s)-of-call will not entitle the passenger for any claims or refunds.


• Swim Stops & Beach Barbeques are weather permitting
• Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7 Beaufort winds
• The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.

 
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