8 days cruises from Athens (Piraeus) On board the 40 passenger twin motorsailers H&B I and H&B II
The H & B I + II are sister ship motor sailers that accommodate up to 40
guests each in 20 double cabins. On the Middle deck there is one master
cabin and ten cabins with two lower beds and all with private baths en
suite. The Lower deck has four cabins with a double bed each and another
five cabins with two lower beds. All cabins on this deck have private
facilities as well. The yachts are fully air conditioned throughout. In
the comfortable salon there is a TV and stereo system.
CRUISE ITINERARY
Day 01
Friday Embarkation 13.00 – 15.00
Departure from Piraeus at approx. 16:00 and sail to Santorini.
Welcome drink on board and safety drill. Dinner on board
Day 02 Santorini – Ios
Saturday
Breakfast on board.
Arrival in Santorini at approx. 09:00
Optional excursion.
It has been said that the sunsets in Santorini are the best in the world. From
the Caldera, breathtaking views of the volcano & neighbouring islands.
Thanks to its extraordinary beauty, Santorini is one of the major tourist
attractions of Europe.
With its marvellous climate and perfect observation
conditions, its prominent caldera it is also an eldorado for volcanologists.
Santorini, a wild beauty created from a cosmogony by a volcano that lies in the
middle of the bay. On top of it, in the edge of the rock is the reconciliation
of the wild and the weird.
Departure from Santorini at approx. 13:00 and sail to Ios. Arrival in Ios,
approx. 16:00.
Ios island in Greece is a famous tourist destination, attracting visitors with
its golden beaches and the characteristic Aegean architecture. Ios is well known
as the party island with the lively atmosphere and the endless fun. The capital
of Ios is built at the point where the ancient city was. Ios white houses unfold
as far as the top of the hill and its windmills and narrow small roads
accomplish to maintain her picturesque scenery.
Optional excursion.
Day 03 Ios - Paros
Sunday Departure from Ios at approx. 06:00 and sail to Paros. Breakfast on
board.
Arrival at Paros, at approx. 10:00
The first thing you notice when you arrive in Paros is a blue transparent sky
floating inside dazzling white sunlight.
That light along with the white Cycladic houses built next to the deep blue
Aegean Sea form a fine example of the characteristic fascination we find at the
Aegean islands. Paros continues to preserve many of the old two storey houses
with their graphic balconies crowded with potted carnations, basil and
geraniums.
The two large natural bays of the island -of Parikia and Naoussa- have, however,
beautiful, protected sandy beaches. Whether you looking for a crowded
cosmopolitan sandy beach with bars, music, and water sports, or you prefer a
quite little harbour where you can swim privately in crystal waters and enjoy
the beauty of the landscape, Paros is the island for you.
Life continues with the same intense long after sun sinks into the blue sea.
Here in Paros you will make a promise to yourself that one day you will return.
Optional excursion.
Day 04 Paros - Mykonos
Monday Departure from Paros at 08:00 and sail to Mykonos. Breakfast on board.
Arrival at Mykonos, at approx. 11:00
Mykonos island is world famous. It is no coincidence that this, the most
cosmopolitan of all Greek islands, attracts so many visitors from the entire
globe, including large numbers of artists and intellectuals.
Here the steep mountains to be encountered in most of the Cyclades islands give
way to low, rocky hills which combine with superb beaches to make up the
landscape of the island.
The capital Hora, with its colourful harbour in which
little fishing boats nest happily side by side with luxury yachts, presents
quite a different picture from that of the majority of Aegean island towns.
While it is usual for island villages to be built on naturally amphitheatrically
sites, Mykonos is spread out over a flat area and conveys an impression of solid
aesthetic cohesion. Along the whitewashed streets stand brilliant white cubic
houses with stepped walls for sitting on wooden doors and windows and brightly
coloured balconies.
Optional excursion.
Day 05 Mykonos - Syros
Tuesday Departure from Mykonos approx. at 07:00 and sail to Syros. Breakfast on
board.
Arrival at Syros at approx. 11:00
Syros is the administrative center of the Cyclades Prefecture. Despite the fact
that is the capital of Cyclades from the point of view of the architecture has
nothing to do with Cyclades! This "strange" fact taken together with its
excellent landscapes and beaches and the proximity to Athens, transformed the
island into a very popular tourist center.
Optional excursion.
Day 06 Syros - Kea
Wednesday Departure from Syros approx. at 06:00 and sail to Kea. Breakfast on
board.
Arrival at Kea, approx. at 11:00
Kea, stands lofty in front of the large sea current Cavo Doro and is considered
the natural bridge of communication of the mainland of Greece with the Cyclades,
delimiting at the same time the Archipelago from the Southern Eubean gulf. Its
capital, Ioulis, is inland at a high altitude (like most ancient Cycladic
settlements, for the fear of pirates) and is considered quite picturesque. Other
major villages of Kea are Korissia (the port) and Vourkari (a fishing village).
Kea is a unique presence in the passage of centuries and constitutes a crossroad
of cultures in the Aegean. Visitors are impressed with the traditional
architecture and the natural landscape, the rare monuments of all eras and the
combination of the mountainous bas-relief, with the spotless coasts, the full of
trees mountainsides in the inner island and the abundant water sources.
Captain’s Dinner. The last dinner on board, accompanied by the presence of our
Captain. After dinner, enjoy Greek dances.
Day 07 Kea – Sounion - Piraeus
Thursday Departure from Kea 05:00, and sail to Piraeus. Breakfast on board.
Stop at Sounion.
The sanctuary at Sounion is one of the most important sanctuaries in Attica.
Sporadic finds point to the conclusion that the site was inhabited in the
prehistoric period but there is no evidence of religious practice in such an
early date. "Sounion Hiron" (sanctuary of Sounion) is first mentioned in the
Odyssey, as the place where Menelaos stopped during his return from Troy to bury
his helmsman,
The finds of the 7th century B.C. are numerous and prove the existence of
organized cult on two points of the promontory: at the southern edge where the
temenos of Poseidon was situated, and about 500 m. to the NE of it, where the
sanctuary of Athena was established.
Departure from Sounio and arrival to Piraeus at approx. 16:00
Piraeus was known in medieval times as Porto Leone, a name due to the enormous
stone lion, which guarded the port's entrance. So, its life had been joined to
the sea since its creation.
Piraeus is not only a harbor. This city is full of surprises and unexpected
sights worth to explore.
Day 08 Friday
Breakfast on board. Disembarkation.
Yachts
M/S H&B I or M/S H&B II or Similar, Length: 44m, 20 cabins / 40 guests - private facilities- A/C throughout
Dates: 09/04/2010 (Friday) – & 15/10/2010 (Friday)
Embarkation
every Friday afternoon at Piraeus
Disembarkation
every Friday morning (09:00) at Piraeus
ITINERARY
ALTERNATIVE ITINERARY
Day 01:
Piraeus – Santorini
Piraeus – Poros
Day 02:
Santorini – Ios
Poros – Dokos – Hydra
Day 03:
Ios –Paros
Hydra – Monemvasia
Day 04:
Paros – Mykonos
Monemvasia – Leondion
Day 05:
Mykonos – Syros
Leonidion – Nafplion
Day 06:
Syros – Kea
Nafplion – Ermioni
Day 07:
Kea – Piraeus
Ermioni – Aegina – Piraeus
Day 08:
Piraeus
Piraeus
Rates include
American breakfast on board
lunch or dinner on board
captains’ dinner
welcome cocktail
tour leader (English speaking)
Minimum Participation
20 clients / 10 cabins on each departure
1. CHILDREN REDUCTION: Infants under the age of 2 free of charge. Children 2-8, 50% reduction, 9-12, 25% reduction. Reductions are valid only if child occupies a bed in parent’s cabin.
2. CANCELLATIONS: Fees apply only where cancelled bookings have not been replaced by either Tour Operator or the company. Up to 31 days prior to departure 25%, 30-16 days prior departure 50%, 15 days or later or ‘non-shows’ even due to unforeseen circumstances beyond clients control: 100%.
3. SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR ALL CRUISES: Although cruise itinerary is almost always followed as indicated, on occasion due to unforeseen circumstances such as exceptionally bad weather, the captain upon whom full responsibility is placed for the safety and comfort of the passengers may make required changes at his discretion. Times of arrival and departure at the various ports of call are given as a guide, and we cannot guarantee that they will strictly adhered to. Omitting a port of call or making required changes in itinerary does not entitle passengers for any claims or refunds.
4. THE COMPANY reserves the right to cancel any cruise, in which case the full fare will be refunded. If necessary itinerary may be changed and vessel substituted, before or after commencement of cruise. Fares are established in accordance with the exchange rate and fuel prices at the time of printing, and they are liable to change without notice. After commencement of the cruise, should the vessel sustain any break down in machinery or be disabled by fire, grounding or collision for more than 48 hours, disrupting the cruise itinerary, and if no acceptable alternate arrangements or substitute vessel of similar quality is offered, then the passenger will be given a proportional per diem or paid cruise fare. No further claims will be accepted. It is further recognized that the company is Greek Registry, and it accordingly is agreed between the passengers/Tour Operators and the Company that the interpretation of the terms and conditions as well as the determination of issues concerning the conduct of the cruise will be resolved solely according to Greek laws in Greek courts.
5. PASSENGERS are advised to purchase a ‘trip cancellation’ policy for expected contingencies. Passengers are covered by insurance while cruising with Company Yachts in case accident or death for the maximum amount of 7350 Euro. As this amount is the maximum liability of Company/owner or vessels, passengers/Tour Operators, are advised to also purchase an individual/ Accident insurance Policy. The above conditions shall constitute the sole contract between the company/owner of vessel and passengers/ Tour Operators, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
6. SAILING IS NOT PERMITTED if the wind has power of over 6 Beaufort.
7. PASSENGER’S ACCOMMODATION is in double air-conditioned cabins with private facilities.
8. LUNCH or DINNER will be offered in accordance with the cruise itinerary and excursions.
9. VALUABLES and Jewelry may be left with the captain for safekeeping. No liability whatsoever exists for valuables not deposited in this way.
10. TIPS – GRATUITIES: While tipping is a personal matter, passengers wishing to express their appreciation may be guided by the Greek Seamen’s Union agreement. Tips are given directly to the captain in order to be distributed equally to the crew.
11. LINEN is changed twice a week and TOWELS are changed every day, during the trip.
12. BAR: An organized bar can satisfy the needs of the clients, offering them a variety of drinks and refreshments. Clients are not permitted to bring their own drinks on board.
13. MINIMUM PARTICIPATION of 20 guests / 10 cabins on each departure
