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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.


 

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:

  • 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
Not included:
  • Beverages (except those mentioned above)
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
  • Crew tips
  • 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.

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.

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.


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:

  • Accommodation in cabins with private facilities & air condintioning
  • Half-board: American buffet breakfast and one main meal daily
  • Including Welcome Cocktail, a Greek Night , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner.
  • Free Drinks (local wine, beer, still mineral water, soft drinks) DURING MEALS ONLY
  • Regular (filter) coffee free all day
  • Multilingual Cruise Escort and V.A.T.
Not included:
  • Beverages (except those mentioned above)
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
  • Crew tips
  • 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

Facilities on Harmony V:

  • Sundeck: Public area with chaises longues and sitting area
  • Upper Deck: Exterior shaded Lounge; Interior Lounge; 15 Cat. A Cabins
  • Main Deck: Dining Room & Interior Lounge; 7 Cat. B Cabins (2 of which can be for triple occupancy); 2 Cat. C Cabins
  • Classification: SOLAS 97-Hellenic Register of Shipping
  • Flag: Greek
  • Power: 2 x 540 Kva Caterpillar
  • Length: Overall 57 m
  • Beam: 8.20m
  • Draught: 3.50m
  • Speed: 11 Knots Cruising / 13 Knots Max
  • Stabilizers: YES
  • Crew: 17 members

Facilities on Harmony G:

  • Sundeck: Public area with chaises longues and sitting area
  • Upper Deck: Exterior shaded Lounge; Interior Lounge; 4 Cat. A Cabins
  • Main Deck: Dining Room; 12 Cat. B Cabins
  • Lower Deck: 6 Cat. C Cabins
  • Classification: SOLAS 97-Hellenic Register of Shipping
  • Flag: Greek
  • Power: 2 x 680 Kva Cummins
  • Length: Overall 53.94 m
  • Beam: 7.10m
  • Draught: 3.65m
  • Speed: 11 Knots Cruising / 13 Knots Max
  • Stabilizers: YES
  • 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

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.
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.
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.
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.


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
Not included:
  • 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.


 

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
Not included:
  • Beverages (except those mentioned above)
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
  • Crew tips
  • Passenger personal expenses