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Greek Mini Cruise Ships

All- Inclusive
Ionian
Odyssey
(from Corfu Town)
Vessel
Technical Specifications:
Rebuilt: 2003
Length overall: 35 m (115 ft)
Crew: 9
Cruising speed: 12 knots
Engines: 2 x ICE 250BHP
1 G.M 854 BHP
Flag: Greek
Guest Cabins: 24
Saturday |
CORFU
Embarkation between 4-6pm. Welcome Cocktail and Dinner |
| Sunday |
Depart
in the morning and sail south to anchor in scenic Sivota bay
for swimming and relaxing. Get Ready for our delicious Beach
Barbeque on a beautiful beach. Continue in the afternoon to
Paxi, a charming little island. Overnight in Paxi. |
| Monday |
Morning
arrival in Antipaxi with its turquoise bay for a swim stop.
In the afternoon arrival in Nydri-Lefkas, time at leisure.
Time to have a fun night and show us your dancing skills during
our famous Greek Night. Overnight in Lefkas |
| Tuesday |
Sail
around Scorpios (Onassis Private Island) in the early morning
and after a relaxing swim on the beautiful beaches of Kefalonia,
arrive at Sami-Kefalonia in the afternoon. Optional Excursion
around the Island visiting the Caves and traditional villages.
Overnight in Kefalonia. |
| Wednesday |
Today
we drop anchor at a fascinating bay of Ithaka were you will
once again enjoy our unique Beach Barbeque but this time you
will experience the delicacies offered by the Greek seas.
In the afternoon arrive at Odysseus mythical island of Vathi-Ithaka.
Time at leisure to visit the tranquil island with its unhurried
life. Optional excursion around the island, to Kioni and traditional
villages. Overnight in Ithaka. |
| Thursday |
Enjoy
a swim stop on the breathtaking beaches of Zakynthos. Arrive
at noon in Zakynthos to spend the rest of the day exploring
this beautiful green island, its mountain villages, the white
sand beaches and its famous caves. Optional excursion to the
Blue Caves. Set sail late at night for Parga. |
| Friday |
Arrive
in Parga at noon and stay on anchor all day enjoying the wonderful
crystal waters and view. Our tender will be taking you into
town to wonder around the amazing village of Parga. Tonight
is our special evening in honour of your Captain & Crew,
the “Captains Dinner”. Overnight in Parga. |
| Saturday |
CORFU
- Disembarkation in the morning after breakfast. |
Swim stops are weather permitting
*Itinerary
is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted
in force 6 beaufort winds.*
The
Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.
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SAILING
DATES, RATES & SERVICES |
Sailing
Dates From Corfu |
Sailing Dates
From Zakynthos |
May 10, 17, 24,
31 |
May 15, 22, 29 |
June 7, 14, 21, 28 |
June 5, 12, 19, 26 |
July 5, 12, 19, 26 |
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 |
Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 |
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 |
Oct. 4,
11 |
Oct. 2,
9 |
10% discount for all departures marked
in red
IONIAN
ODYSSEY CRUISE |
Cabin
Category |
Description
of Cabins |
Rates
inUS $ Dollars |
C |
Lower Deck – twin (upper/lower berths) |
1100 |
B |
Lower Deck – 2 lower beds or double
|
1300 |
A |
Main – 2 lower beds or double |
1400 |
S |
Supplement for Single use |
30% |
3rd & 4th Person |
Reduction for 3rd & 4th Person in Cat.
C |
30% |
Port Charges |
|
100 |
The above prices are Per Person and Week and include:
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Accommodation for 7 nights
in small comfortable cabins with private facilities and air-conditioning.
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Full-board: American buffet
breakfast one light lunch and one dinner daily including Captain’s
Dinner, Greek Night and two fun Beach Barbeques (weather permitting)
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Free Drinks from 11:00 am till
11:00 pm (local wine, beer, still mineral water, soft drinks).
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Regular Filter coffee and Tea
free all day. Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to
availability).
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English Speaking Cruise Coordinator
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Beverages (except those mentioned
above)
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Shore excursions on the islands
or other land arrangements
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Crew tips
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Passenger personal expenses
Classical
Greece
(Summer 2008)
The Variety Cruises Experience
Enjoy a harmonious balance between
conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage
of discovery, unraveling the wonders of Classical Greece. 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.
Safety on the sister Megayachts Harmony V &
Harmony G
These two sister yachts are sleek high-tech looking yachts complying
with the stringent SOLAS regulations.
ISPS (International Ships Port Safety Code)
ISM (International Safety Management)
Life on Board
Life on board centers around the indoor/outdoor Lounge and its American
Bar.
The classy Dining Room is surrounded by large windows providing beautiful
views of the ports of call. It accommodates all guests in one single
seating and provides a high standard of cuisine, always with some local
flavor.
The spacious Sun Deck is the ideal place to bask under the sun, read
a good book or just gaze at the scenery. Service on board is provided
by your Captain and his experienced Marine and Hotel crew members. It
will be attentive or unobtrusive according to your requirements and
priority is always given to the safety and comfort of passengers.
The Cabins on Harmony V
& Harmony G
Harmony V
The 24 cabins of the HARMONY V are located on Seagull Deck (15 cabins),
and on Swan Deck (9 cabins).
Harmony G
The 22 cabins of the HARMONY G are located on Seagull Deck (4 cabins),
on Swan Deck (12 cabins) and on Sirenes Deck (6 cabins).
Harmony V & Harmony G Cabins
They are upscale and intimate, decorated with soft color furnishings.
The cabins are equipped with twin or queen size beds with two of the
cabins being triples and having large windows (portholes on the cabins
of the Sirenes Deck). All cabins offer en suite bathrooms with shower,
TV/VCR units, music channels, mini fridges, hairdryers, individually
controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes.
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2008 Classical Greece Cruise Itinerary
7-day Cruises from Marina Zea-Athens & Crete
Friday |
MARINA
ZEA, PIRAEUS - KEA
2:00-3:00 pm embarkation in Marina Zea, Depart via Cape
Sounion to Kea. Time at leisure to explore Kea’s tiny
port Korrisia after dinner. Departure in the early hours
for Delos.
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| Saturday |
DELOS
(anchorage) - MYKONOS
Optional morning tour to the unique archaeological site of
Delos, antiquity’s most sacred
island. On to the port of Tourlos in Mykonos, with a swim
stop on the way. Free afternoon and evening to enjoy the island’s
cosmopolita lifestyle. Overnight in Mykonos. |
| Sunday |
SANTORINI
Noon arrival in Santorini (anchorage at Fira). Experience
the stunning natural drama of the
volcanic caldera. Optional tour to archaeological sites and
typical villages with unique views over the Aegean Sea. Night
departure for the island of Crete. |
| Monday |
HERAKLION,
CRETE
Arrive early Noon in the Main Town of Crete. Time to wonder
around the bustling city of
Heraklion or for our Optional excursion to the magnificent
ancient city of Knossos. |
| Tuesday |
RETHYMNON,
CRETE
Early Noon arrival at Crete’s famous and lively town
of Rethymnon. Optional tour to the
medieval old town and the small Venetian harbor or to Villages
and Monasteries nearby. Late departure and sail through the
night for Monemvassia. |
| Wednesday |
MONEMVASSIA
- NAFPLION
Morning arrival at the remarkable medieval fortified town
of Monemvassia, with time at leisure to explore the uniquely
preserved Byzantine and Venetian architecture and experience
the beauty of the natural setting. Depart for Nafplion in
the early afternoon, with a swim stop on the way. Evening
arrival at Nafplion and overnight in port. The old quarter
is charming, with narrow streets and characteristic period
architecture. Also, impressive medieval fortifications can
be seen in the port and crowning the hills above. Overnight
in port. |
| Thursday |
NAFPLION
- SPETSES
Optional tour to Mycenae, the powerful walled palace of Agamemnon,
the Homeric Achaean king. Early afternoon departure for the
island of Spetses. Time at leisure to explore this remarkably
preserved traditional town, with no cars to disrupt the singular
atmosphere created by this paradoxical blend of aristocratic
town houses, genuine island culture and countless trendy shops,
restaurants, cafés and cosmopolitan nightspots. |
| Friday |
MARINA
ZEA, PIRAEUS
Departure in the early hours to Marina Zea, Piraeus.
Arrival and disembarkation after breakfast. |
| *Itinerary
is subject to weather conditions
The
Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.
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SAILING
DATES, RATES & SERVICES |
Sailing
Dates |
From
Marina Zea - Athens |
From
Heraklion - Crete |
From
Rethymnon - Crete |
April |
25* |
28* |
29* |
May |
02, 09, 16, 23, 30 |
05, 12, 19, 26 |
06, 13, 20, 27 |
June |
06, 13, 20, 27 |
02, 09, 16, 23, 30 |
03, 10, 17, 24 |
July |
04,11,18,25 |
07,14,21,28 |
01,08,15,22,29 |
August |
01,08,15,22,29 |
04,11,18,25 |
05,12,19,26 |
September |
05,12,19,26 |
01,08,15,22,29 |
02,09,16,23,30 |
October |
03,10,17,24,31* |
06,13,20,27 |
07,14,21,28 |
Cruise
Fares In Usd per Person Double Occupancy |
Cabin
Category |
Description
of Cabins |
Rates
inUS $ Dollars |
C |
Main Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins |
2250 |
B |
Main Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins |
2750 |
A |
Upper Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins |
3050 |
Single |
Single Supplement |
30% |
3rd Person |
Reduction for 3rd Person in Cat. C |
30% |
Port Charges |
Payable by the Tour Operator
to Variety |
$190 |
Low season: 20% discount
for all Red Star marked departures |
The above rates are Per Person Per Week and include:
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Accommodation in cabins with
private facilities & air condintioning
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Half-board: American buffet
breakfast and one main meal daily
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Including Welcome Cocktail,
a Greek Night , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner.
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Free Drinks (local wine, beer,
still mineral water, soft drinks) DURING MEALS ONLY
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Regular (filter) coffee free
all day
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Multilingual Cruise Escort and
V.A.T.
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Beverages (except those mentioned
above)
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Shore excursions on the islands
or other land arrangements
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Crew tips
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Passenger personal expenses
The Company reserves the right to substitute vessel with one of equal
or better quality. Swimstops are weather permitting. Itinerary is subject
to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7-8 Beaufort
winds.Please visit our website for full list of terms and conditions
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Sundeck:
Public area with chaises longues and sitting area
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Upper Deck:
Exterior shaded Lounge; Interior Lounge; 15 Cat. A Cabins
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Main Deck:
Dining Room & Interior Lounge; 7 Cat. B Cabins (2 of which can
be for triple occupancy); 2 Cat. C Cabins
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Classification:
SOLAS 97-Hellenic Register of Shipping
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Flag: Greek
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Power: 2 x
540 Kva Caterpillar
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Length: Overall
57 m
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Beam: 8.20m
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Draught:
3.50m
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Speed: 11 Knots
Cruising / 13 Knots Max
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Stabilizers:
YES
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Crew: 17
members
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Sundeck:
Public area with chaises longues and sitting area
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Upper Deck:
Exterior shaded Lounge; Interior Lounge; 4 Cat. A Cabins
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Main Deck:
Dining Room; 12 Cat. B Cabins
- Lower Deck: 6 Cat. C Cabins
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Classification:
SOLAS 97-Hellenic Register of Shipping
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Flag:
Greek
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Power: 2
x 680 Kva Cummins
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Length: Overall
53.94 m
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Beam:
7.10m
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Draught:
3.65m
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Speed: 11
Knots Cruising / 13 Knots Max
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Stabilizers:
YES
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Crew:
17 members
Cycladic
Cruise
(from Piraeus (Marina Zeas))

Vessel
Technical Specifications:
Length overall: 44 m
Launch Year: 2000
Crew: 14
Cruising speed: 10 knots
Engines: 2 x 740 Caterpillar
Flag: Greek
Guest Cabins: 25
Friday |
MARINA
ZEA - SANTORINI
Embarkation between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet
your crew and fellow passengers. Late afternoon departure
for Santorini
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| Saturday |
SANTORINI
– IOS
Morning arrival at Santorini (occasionally at anchor) to
explore its unique capital Fira. Optional Excursion to a
typical Winery with a breathtaking view, a tour of the villages
and the small beautiful village of Oia. Late afternoon departure
for Ios. Arrival at the bustling island of Ios were you
will have time to wander in the streets. Overnight in Ios. |
| Sunday |
PAROS
In the morning you will enjoy a swim stop in an enchanting
bay of Paros island. 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.
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| Monday |
MYKONOS
Morning arrival in Mykonos. Enjoy visiting cosmopolitan
Mykonos famous for its night life and the most attractive
sandy beaches. Optional Excursion to visit Delos archaeological
site. Overnight in Mykonos.
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| Tuesday |
SYROS
In the morning enjoy a swim stop around the sandy beaches
of Syros. Arrival early noon at the capital city of the Cycladic
islands. Be amazed by the beauty of Ermoupoli and its local
architecture. |
| Wednesday |
KEA
Early noon enjoy a swim stop and relax under sun. In the
afternoon arrive in Kea, visit picturesque Ioulis, the capital
of Kea. Tonight is our special evening in honour of your
Captain & Crew, the “Captains Dinner”. Overnight
in Kea.
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| Thursay |
SOUNION-
MARINA ZEA
Early noon arrival in Sounion for a relaxing swim under the
temple of Poseidon. In the evening arrival in Marina Zea.
Overnight in Marina Zea. |
| Friday |
MARINA
ZEA
Disembarkation after Breakfast . |
Swim stops are weather permitting
*Itinerary
is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted
in force 6 beaufort winds.*
The
Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel with
one of similar quality.
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SAILING
DATES FROM ATHENS |
Sailing
Dates Month |
Friday |
April |
04, 11, 18, 25 |
May |
2, 09, 16, 23, 30 |
June |
06, 13, 20, 27 |
July |
04, 11, 18, 25 |
August |
01, 08, 15, 22, 29 |
September |
05, 12, 19, 26 |
October |
03, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
CYCLADIC
CRUISE |
Cabin
Category |
Description
of Cabins |
Rates
inUS $ Dollars |
C |
Lower Deck – twins inside cabins |
1100 |
B |
Lower Deck – one lower beds or double |
1500 |
A |
Main – 2 lower beds or double |
1750 |
S |
Supplement for Single use |
30% |
3rd person |
Person Reduction for 3rd person in Cat. C
|
30% |
Port Charges |
|
130 |
10% discount for all departures marked in red
The above rates are Per Person and Week and include:
-
Accommodation for 7 nights
in small comfortable cabins with private facilities & air condintioning
-
Half-board: American buffet
breakfast and one main meal daily including Captain’s Dinner,
Greek Night and a fun Barbeque (weather permitting)
-
Free Drinks (local wine, beer,
ouzo, refreshments) DURING MEALS ONLY
-
Regular filter coffee and Tea
free all day
-
English Speaking Cruise Coordinator
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Beverages (except those mentioned
above)
-
Shore excursions on the islands
or other land arrangements
-
Crew tips
-
Passenger personal expenses
All-
Inclusive Grecian Delights Cruise
Vessel
Technical Specifications:
Rebuilt: 2001
Length overall: 32.2 m (106 ft)
Crew: 11
Cruising speed: 9 knots
Ship type: Sailing Cruiser-Schooner
Passengers: 50
Total Cabins: 24
Thursday |
RHODES
- NISSIROS Embarkation between 4-6pm. Welcome Cocktail
and Dinner. For passengers mbarking / disembarking in Lindos,
time to walk in the breathtaking medieval town of Rhodes
or go to one of its beautiful beaches. Late evening departure
for Nissiros |
| Friday |
Swim
stop in the small beautiful island of Giali. In the afternoon
arrival at Nissiros. Time to relax and walk in the quiet
village. Time to have a fun night and show us your dancing
skills during our famous Greek Night. Optional excursion
to the volcano a tour of the island and the picturesque
mountain village of Nikia. Overnight in Nissiros. |
| Saturday |
Depart
early in the morning and sail north to anchor in a scenic
bay for swimming and relaxing. Get ready for our delicious
Beach Barbeque on a beautiful beach. In the afternoon arrive
in the beautiful island of Kalymnos famous for its sponge-divers.
Overnight in Kalymnos |
| Sunday |
Swim
stop in the morning on the beaches of Kos Island. Arrival
in Kos at noon. Time to walk through the bustling city of
Kos, or to the beautiful beaches it has to offer. Optional
excursion in Kos Town and the Asclepieion. Overnight in
Kos. |
| Monday |
Early
morning departure from Kos. Arrival at noon at the beautiful
islands around Halki, for a swim stop were you will once
again enjoy our unique Beach Barbeque but this time you
will experience the delicacies offered by the Greek seas.
In the afternoon arrival at Halki, were you will have time
to just relax on this peaceful island. Overnight in Halki. |
| Tuesday |
Morning
swim stop on one of Symi’s unique small bays. Arrive
in the early afternoon in Symi’s picturesque harbor.
Visit Symi town at leisure and enjoy a true Greek lively
port. Tonight is our special evening in honour of your Captain
& Crew, the “Captains Dinner”. Overnight
in Symi. |
| Wednesday |
Arrive
in Lindos at noon and stay on anchor all day enjoying the
wonderful crystal waters and view. Our tender will be taking
you into town to wonder around the amazing village of Lindos.
Optional excursion around the famous village of Lindos and
to the Acropolis. |
| Thursday |
Rhodes
- Disembarkation in the morning after breakfast. |
Swim stops are weather permitting
*Itinerary
is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted
in force 6 beaufort winds.*
The
Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel.
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SAILING
DATES, RATES & SERVICES |
Sailing
Dates From Rhodes |
Sailing Dates
From Lindos |
May 8, 15, 22,
29 |
May 14, 21, 28 |
June 5, 12, 19, 26 |
June 4, 11, 18, 25 |
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 |
Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 |
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 |
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 |
Oct. 2,
9, 16, 23 |
Oct. 1, 8,
15, 22 |
10% discount for all departures marked
in red
IONIAN
ODYSSEY CRUISE |
Cabin
Category |
Description
of Cabins |
Rates
inUS $ Dollars |
C |
Lower Deck – twin (upper/lower berths) |
1100 |
B |
Lower Deck – 2 lower beds or double
|
1300 |
A |
Main – 2 lower beds or double |
1400 |
S |
Supplement for Single use |
30% |
3rd & 4th Person |
Reduction for 3rd & 4th Person in Cat.
C |
30% |
Port Charges |
|
100 |
The above prices are Per Person and Week and include:
-
Accommodation for 7 nights
in small comfortable cabins with private facilities and air-conditioning.
-
Full-board: American buffet
breakfast one light lunch and one dinner daily including Captain’s
Dinner, Greek Night and two fun Beach Barbeques (weather permitting)
-
Free Drinks from 11:00 am till
11:00 pm (local wine, beer, still mineral water, soft drinks).
-
Regular Filter coffee and Tea
free all day. Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to
availability).
-
English Speaking Cruise Coordinator
-
Beverages (except those mentioned
above)
-
Shore excursions on the islands
or other land arrangements
-
Crew tips
-
Passenger personal expenses
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