Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private
yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the
wonders of the Aegean Islands and of Turkey. 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 Megayacht HARMONY G
The 53 meter/22 cabin HARMONY G was launched in 2001. This sleek high -tech
looking yacht complies with the most stringent SOLAS safety regulations.
Life on Board
Life on board centrers around the indoor/outdoor Lounge and its American Bar
on Upper Deck. The classy Dinning Room located on Main Deck is surrounded by
large windows providing beautiful views of the ports of call. It
accommodates all guests at one single seating and provides a high standard
of cuisine, always with some local flavour. 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
The 22 cabins of the HARMONY G are located on Upper Deck (4 cabins), on Main
Deck (12 cabins) and on Lower Deck (6 cabins). They are upscale and
intimate, decorated with soft colour furnishing. The cabins are equipped
with twin or queen size beds with two of the cabins being triples and have
large windows (two portholes on the 6 cabins of the Lower 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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2010
AEGEAN ODYSSEY CRUISE
The best of the Greek Islands and Turkey 7 days Greek cruises from Athens Marina Zea on the Megayacht Harmony G
CRUISE ITINERARY
Day 1:
Friday, Athens-Marina Zea
2:00 – 3:00 pm embarkation. After you board, you’ll enjoy a Welcome Aboard cocktail. Your ship sets sail for Delos that evening, passing Cape Sounion in the distance, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand on a high promontory and are illuminated at night. Overnight at sea.
Day 2:
Saturday, Delos (anchorage)- Mykonos
The ship sails into white and blue Cyclades. Enjoy an optional visit to tiny Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. On an optional guided tour, you’ll visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, unearthed here in the 19th century. Delos is a true open-air museum with many ancient monuments and buildings that are remarkably intact. Next, we sail to one of Mykonos beautiful bays for a nice swim stop and lunch, weather permitting. Later in the afternoon we will sail into Mykonos to allow you to discover its brilliant white houses and stroll in the narrow streets. While exploring the town you can visit the archaeological museum or the maritime museum, and don’t forget to visit a bakery that has been turning out bread in wood-fired ovens since the 15th century. We suggest ending your evening as the Mykonians do and enjoy a glass of ouzo and traditional “mezedes “appetizers or enjoy Mykonos world famous night life.
Day 3:
Sunday, Samos Greece
At daybreak we leave Mykonos to reach the island of Lipsi for a revitalising swim stop and a barbeque on deck. In the afternoon, we set sail for Samos. Overnight in Samos.
Day 4:
Monday, Kusadasi (Ephesus)- Patmos Greece
Today our explorations of ancient civilizations continue with an optional tour to Ephesus, the greatest archaeological site in the Aegean region. As you tour this remarkably preserved Greek and Roman city, you may feel as if you’re about to encounter a toga-garbed resident, or hear a chariot clattering down the main avenue — the same avenue down which Cleopatra and Mark Anthony rode in procession more than 2,000 years ago!
After lunch, you will have some free time at the Kusadasi’s bustling market before we sail for Patmos the tiny yet spectacular island featuring whitewashed houses with colourfully painted shutters and doors, stone-paved streets, and narrow alley. Overnight in Patmos.
Day 5:
Tuesday, Patmos- Amorgos Greece
Your optional Patmos excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St. John and the historic center of the medieval town of Chora. After lunch we will set sail for the picturesque island of Amorgos which we reach in the evening. Overnight in Amorgos.
Day 6:
Wednesday, Santorini
In the morning, we stop at Manganari Beach / Ios, one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Later at noon, we reach Santorini, formed by the half-submerged crescent of a volcanic caldera. You will go ashore and take a cable car to the town of Fira, a stunning cluster of white buildings atop a cliff. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided optional walking tour among Fira’s narrow, picturesque streets. You’ll also visit the Prehistoric Museum, which houses fascinating artifacts from Akrotiri, a city buried in the eruption that created the caldera in 1600 B.C. In the evening there is time for a visit to Oia, famous for its sun set. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 7:
Thursday, Kythnos- Athens Marina Zeas
In the morning we will arrive in Kythnos Island where you will enjoy a swim in Kolones Bay. In the afternoon we sail for Marina Zea where we will arrive in the late afternoon. Overnight in port.
Day 8:
Friday, Marina Zeas
After breakfast, it is time for you to bid farewell to your fellow passengers and to your crew and disembark.
Swimstops are weather permitting. Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7-8 Beaufort winds.
2010 SAILING DATES
APRIL9, 16, 23,30
MAY 7,14, 21, 28
JUNE 4,11
JULY 30
AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27
SEPTEMBER 3, 10, 17 ,24
OCTOBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
NOTE: DATES MARKED IN RED HAVE 10% DISCOUNT
2010 CRUISE FARES
Cabin Category
U.S.D
EUROS
C Lower Deck, Twin or Double
bedded Cabins
$ 2,150
€ 1,430
B Main Deck, Twin bedded Cabins
$ 2,750
€ 1,830
A Main Deck, Twin bedded Cabins
$ 2,950
€ 1,930
P Upper Deck, Double bedded
Cabins
$ 3,350
€ 2,230
Single supplement
50%
50%
3rd person reduction (in cat.C only)
30%
30%
Port charges
$230
€ 145
NOTE: RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
CRUISE SPECIALS
50 % reduction for the second person based on double occupancy No single supplement applies for single travellers The offer also includes a choice of either a free 2 night stay at a deluxe Athens Hotel or a $130 shipboard credit per person Offer available for selected sailings in October 15 th, 22nd and 29th Conditions & Restrictions
1) Offer available for a limited number of cabins and does not apply for group bookings.
2) Port charges are excluded from these discounts.
3) It is understood that the travel partner will pass the entire benefit of this special offer to the clients
4) JUNE 9 SPECIAL OFFER must be mentioned at the time of booking and is not valid for already confirmed bookings.
5) All reservations are on request and on first come first served basis. 6) Offer cannot be combined with any existing or future offers.
2 for 1 - One passenger goes free No single supplement for single occupancy Offer available for selected sailings in July 23rd and August 13th Conditions & Restrictions 1) Offer available for a limited number of cabins and does not apply for group bookings.
2) Port charges are excluded from these discounts.
3) It is understood that the travel partner will pass the entire benefit of this special offer to the clients.
4) JUNE 9 SPECIAL OFFER must be mentioned at the time of booking and is not valid for already confirmed bookings.
5) All reservations are on request and on first come first served basis. 6) Offer cannot be combined with any existing or future offers.
SERVICES AND CONDITIONS
Cruise fares are per person and week and include
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 snorkelling 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
Conditions and restrictions CHILD REDUCTION Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
CANCELLATIONS 25% of the cruise for any written cancellation received between 60 to 31 days prior to sailing; 50% up to 16 days prior to sailing; full cruise fare for written cancellations received less than the 16th day prior to sailing or for “no shows” even if cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances beyond passenger’s control. Cancellations must be confirmed by ALPHA CRUISES in writing in all cases.
AMENDMENTS There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing guest numbers received less than 60 days prior to sailing. Amendments must be confirmed by ALPHA CRUISES in writing.
NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate), laundry and gratuities, (gratuities are optional but as a rule, satisfied clients are
expected to give to the captain, at the end of the cruise approximately 7% of the cruise fare for distribution among crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders) expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program.
Facilities on Harmony G
Sundeck
Public area with chaises longues and sitting area
Upper Deck
Exterior shaded Lounge
Interior Lounge
4 Cat. A Cabins
