Divine Greek Islands Cruise - Cyclades Round-trip on MS Elysium 7nts (Fridays)

Itinerary and Inclusions:

Open-age cruise, most suited for active couples and small groups 40-70yrs. Double/twin cabins on Main and Lower Deck. Solo travellers must book the whole cabin for solo use.

For this trip all you will need is a few T-shirts and a swimming costume to spend seven unforgettable days motor-sailing from one gorgeous island to another. Relax and let the Captain and his crew take care of you. During the day you can swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and explore. The evenings you have free to find a good restaurant or discover historical monuments.

SHIP INFO:
Deluxe Superior Ship: MS Elysium

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DAILY ITINERARY AT A GLANCE; CRUISE ITINERARY SUMMARY:
DAY 1 Lavrion port.
DAY 2 Delos - Mykonos.
DAY 3 Naxos.
DAY 4 Ios ( Maganari) - Santorini
DAY 5 Milos - Kimolos.
DAY 6 Sifnos.
DAY 7 Serifos.
DAY 8 Lavrion port

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INCLUDED:

Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Half-Board Meal Plan, Snacks, Special Dinner, Fishing, Kayaks, Snorkel Gear, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet, Yoga.

NOT INCLUDED:
Required Extras: Port Fees (320 EUR/pp/per trip - to be pre-paid with cruise).

# Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer (70-100 EUR), Hotel Transfer, Local Transfers, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Land Excursions, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage, Spa.

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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1
Embarkation at Lavrion port between 14:00-15:00. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink during your smooth check-in. We set sail for the nearby Cape Sounion, home to the “Temple of Poseidon” for your first dip in the Aegean waters. Perched at the edge of the cliff, the ancient sanctuary is one of the most important monuments of the golden age of Athens. Dinner onboard. Overnight at sea to Delos island.
# Included: Welcome Drink onboard
# Included: Welcome Dinner onboard

DAY 2: to Delos, then to MYKONOS, then overnight sail to Naxos (B, L)
Morning arrival at the island of Delos, the mythical birthplace of God Apollo, a Unesco World Heritage Site of unique energy. Mid-day sailing to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. Lunch onboard. Afternoon at leisure to explore the island. Enjoy a sunset drink at Little Venice, photograph the iconic windmills or simply explore the swirling pathways of the white-washed Chora with its many elegant boutiques, cafes, restaurants and clubs. We set sail to Naxos in the early morning hours.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard

DAY 3: to NAXOS (B, L)
Wake up at a beautiful cove in Naxos for a swim-stop before we sail towards the main port. Lunch onboard. Afternoon arrival for a leisurely exploration of Naxos town and its famous “Portara”or join an optional excursion to the Olive Press Museum, a local liquor distillery and the traditional village of Apeiranthos. Overnight at port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard

DAY 4: to Ios, then to SANTORINI, then overnight sail to Milos (B, L)
Sail to Ios island and enjoy a morning swim stop at Maganari Beach, one of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Greece. Lunch onboard. Early afternoon arrival in Santorini for an excursion to Akrotiri pre-hestoric excavation site and mesmerizing Oia village. Find your perfect dinner spot and experience the world famous Santorini sunset before returning aboard for our overnight sail to Milos island.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard

DAY 5: to Milos, then to KIMOLOS (B, D)
Morning arrival in the volcanic island of Milos, consistently voted best island in the world. Visit the Geological Mining Museum and the iconic Sarakiniko beach with it milky blue waters and spectacular white rock lunar landscape. In the afternoon we set sail to Kimolos island, a true hidden gem. Dinner onboard. Evening at leisure to explore the fairy-tale like chora of Kimolos. Overnight at port.
# Included: Breakfast and dinner onboard

DAY 6: to Sifnos, then to APOLLONIA (B, L)
Early afternoon arrival at Sifnos, after a swim-stop along the way. Lunch onboard. Sifnos is famous for its traditional white-washed architecture, its hiking trails and a sizzling food scene. Hike one of the many “Sifnos trails” or choose an optional excursion to the medieval ancient castle and the most photographed spot of Sifnos, the church of Seven Martyrs. Explore Apollonia, the picturesque capital, named after the God of light Apollo. In the evening enjoy a mouth-watering dinner at one of the many restaurants. Overnight at port.
# Included: Breakfast and lunch onboard

DAY 7: to Serifos, then to LAVRION (B, D)
Morning arrival at Serifos, a lesser-known island of distinct Cycladic flair, dotted with windmills, white-washed chapels, pristine beaches and many sites of cultural interest. Optional excursion to discover the island. Late afternoon, it’s time for our farewell cocktail & dinner onboard the Elysium as we sail towards Lavrion port.
# Included: Breakfast onboard
# Included: Farewell Dinner onboard

DAY 8: LAVRION - Disembarkation by 10.00am
Disembarkation at Lavrion port after breakfast, before 10:00.
# Included: Breakfast onboard

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Sample itineraries and maps are for illustrative purposes only. The exact route and sites visited are subject to change based on local regulations, guest experience, weather, and logistics and are at the Captain's discretion.
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