Jewels of the Cyclades The best of the Aegean Islands 8 day cruises from Athens Marina Zea on board the 49 passenger MotorSailer GALILEO SPECIAL OFFER Reserve your cabin by Feb 1, 2010 & receive discounts and free land packages
The Variety Cruise 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. 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, deckchairs and a Jacuzzi. 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, radio music controls and telephones.
2010 Jewels of the Cyclades- Cruise Itinerary 8 day cruises from Athens Marina Zea on board the 49 passenger Motorsailer Galileo 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 setting sail to Kimolos. Overnight at sea. Day 2 - Saturday POLIEGOS - FOLEGANDROS Morning arrival in Poliegos or Kimolos, two very small islands known for their 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 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 it s 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 Tourlos port in 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. Notes: Swim Stops & 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.
Departure Calendar - Marina Zea, Athens April 02*, 09*, 16*, 23*, 30* May 14,21,28 June 4,11,18,25 July 2,9,16,23,30 August 6,13,20,27 September 10,17,24 October 1,8,15, 22*, 29* 2010 Cruise Fares In USD per Person on Double Occupancy Cabin Categories Description of Cabins USD C Lower Deck, Twin or double beds $1.700 B Lower Deck, Twin or double beds $2.100 A Upper Deck, Twin or double beds $2.700 3rd Person Reduction for 3rd Person in Cat. A Cabins 30% Single Supplement 50% Port Charges $180 Low season: 10% Discount for all Red Star marked departures For April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30- October 22, 29 - Sailings A $400 discount per person + a free Athens land program with 2 nights at a deluxe hotel in Athens + a ½ day Athens sightseeing. This is valid for reservations for Cat B and Cat A cabins. For all remaining Sailings: A $300 discount per person + a free Athens land program with 2 nights at a deluxe hotel in Athens + a ½ day Athens sightseeing. This is valid for reservations for Cat B and Cat A cabins. Cannot be combined with any existing or new offer. Valid for a limited number of cabins and on requests basis. Must be booked and paid for by Feb 1, 2010. 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 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
MotorSailer Galileo Launch year/rebuilt: 1992/ 2007 Classification Hellenic Register Flag Greek Power 2 x 855 BHP Caterpillar Length/Bearth/Draught in ft. 157 X 32,8 X9,2 ft. Cruising speed 11 nautical miles Stabilizers 350 Sq. meters Sails Crew 16-18 members Insurance coverage LLOYD S Fire/ Safety SOLAS Category A Category B Category C
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