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8 days - Greek cruise - to Epidaurus-Nafplion-Mycenae-Gythion-Pylos-Olympia-Delphi on board a 25 cabin sail cruiser

A spectacular Circumnavigation of the historic Peloponnese continental Greece on board a 49 passenger Sail Cruiser

Alpha Cruises

Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the wonders of Antiquity and Byzantium around the coast of the Peloponnese. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a leap back into ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Sailing Cruiser

The 48 meter sailing cruiser is a classic steel hull motor sailer, with spacious and well appointed interiors renovated in 2007. The ship is always sailing under motors. Sails are occasionally used when weather and route allow.

Life on Board

At the main deck, a lounge area with an American bar leads into a warm and elegant dining room finished with wood and leather. Guests enjoy the most a shaded outdoor deck area with an outdoor bar and the ship’s sun deck equipped with sun beds and deckchairs.

The Cabins

The 25 outside guest cabins are located on the Lower and the Upper Deck all with large windows or portholes. Elegantly decorated, they have either twin or queen sized beds and bathrooms with showers en suite. All cabins are fully air-conditioned and offer storage space and radio music controls.

CRUISE SCHEDULE

ALPHA-4 GREECE CRUISE ITINERARY

8 day cruises from Athens – Marina Zea

Day 1: Friday - Marina Zea
Embarkation between 2-3 pm. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your crew and fellow passengers. Sail for Palaia (old) Epidaurus. Evening arrival and dinner on board.

Day 2: Saturday - Palaia Epidaurus (Optional excursion)
We leave our ship early in the morning to drive to Ancient Epidaurus for our optional excursion. Epidaurus was known throughout the Greek world as a healing sanctuary. It was reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo’s son Asclepius - and for its theater, which is once again in use today. The sanctuary was looted by the Roman general Sulla by pirates and later by Goths in 395 A.D. and very little remains of it today. The prosperity brought by the Asclepieion enabled the residents of Epidaurus to construct civic monuments, including a huge theater (approximately 300 B.C.) renowned for its symmetry and beauty. Lunch on ship and afternoon sailing to Nafplion. Overnight at port.

Day 3: Sunday - Nafplion/Mycenae (Optional Excursion)
After a short walking tour of Nafplion, drive through the colorful city and the beautiful countryside of Argolis towards Mycenae for an optional excursion. The importance of the city, which Homer calls “rich in gold” begins in 1650 B.C and ceases around 1100 B.C with the fall of the civilization to which it gives name. Visit the remains of the ancient glorious city including the Lion’s Gate, the Palace, the so called Agamemnon Tomb and the museum. Lunch on ship and afternoon sailing to Monemvassia. Overnight sailing to Gythion.

Day 4: Monday - Gythion (Optional excursion)
Early morning arrival to Gythion. Optional Excursion to Mani peninsula and Cape Tenaro plus the spectacular Dirou Caves with their stalactites and stalagmites. Ancient Gythion was inhabited during prehistoric times and later the Spartans used as a port, enlarging the natural harbor they made Gythion their naval base. Leaving Gythion we will cross the scenic Mani Peninsula to reach Diros and visit the spectacular caves, discovered around the 60s, which are perhaps among the most important natural sites of Greece. After visiting the cave we will drive to nearby Areopolis for a short stroll through the town. Mani is at the tip of the Peloponnese, a distinctive area unlike any other area in Greece. A desolate region of underground lakes and rivers, windswept landscapes and towers who is strangely beautiful. Overnight at sea to Pylos.

Day 5: Tuesday - Pylos (Optional excursion)Pylos is a picture-perfect seaside town on the southwest corner of the Peloponnese. In 1827 a fleet of Venetians and other city states defeated an Ottoman fleet in one of the most important naval battles in history. This defeat led to the independence of Greece, which occurred in 1829. During our optional excursion and after stopping to admire the scenery, we will continue up the road to Nestor’s Palace. The remains of the prehistoric Palace occupy a scenic hilltop setting north of Pylos. The palace at Pylos belonged to Nestor and was discovered in 1939 by the American archaeologist Carl Blegen. Highlights include the well-preserved royal apartments and a bathtub that archaeologists have speculated belonged to the old king himself. The palace, with its central courtyard, was originally two stories high and richly decorated with frescoes. Following our visit to the remains of the palace, we will make the short trip to the town of Hora where a superb archaeological museum holds thousands of artifacts recovered from the site. Overnight sailing to Katakolon.

Day 6: Wednesday - Katakolon/Olympia (Optional excursion)
Early morning arrival in Katakolon. We will disembark the ship around 7:00 a.m. in the port town of Katakolo and an optional excursion takes us by bus to Olympia, one of the most famous and important sites in the ancient world. Olympia is revered as the birthplace of the Olympic Games. In the ancient Greek world, it was also the greatest Pan-Hellenic sanctuary for the worship of Zeus. Olympia persisted well into Roman times until its demise in the 3rd century A.D. when fires, earthquakes and invading tribes from the north left the ancient site in ruins. From 1875 onward excavation work, spearheaded primarily by the German government, revealed the fantastic treasures from antiquity that sit today in the marvelous archaeological museum. The most thrilling site at Olympia is the stadium, which looks much like it did more than 2,000 years ago. You will also explore the Temple of Hera, the magnificent temple of Zeus the Philippeion – lodging place for the athletes who participated in the games. We later visit the Olympia Museum, one of the most beautiful museums in the world. Following lunch in the town of Olympia, we’ll visit the museum of the History of the Olympic Games of Antiquity. Unlike the main archaeological museum, this building houses statuary and a host of artifacts specifically related to the ancient Olympic Games. After having time at leisure we will travel overland to Patras on the north coast of the peninsula, where we will re-board our ship and depart for Itea in the Gulf of Corinth. Overnight at Itea.

Day 7: Thursday - Itea/Delphi (Optional excursion)
Morning optional excursion to Delphi, one of the most revered sites from the ancient world. We will disembark the ship early this morning and proceed to the ruins complex. Unlike other archaeological sites in Greece, Delphi is built on the side of a mountain. First time visitors are awed as much for the stunning natural beauty that surround the ruins as for the ancient buildings themselves. In its prime, Delphi was revered for its wealth and reputation, attributes which grew from the site’s location as hosting the most important oracle in the classical world. Indeed, because everything in Greece is connected to mythology, Delphi became the premier site for the worship of the god Apollo. The oracle had the ability to prophecy the future and give advice. Visitors from across the Greek world traveled here to consult with the oracle, and responded by offering thanks to Apollo in the form of treasure. We will have a half day to walk around the ruins complex and visit the adjoining museum. Return to the ship and cross the Corinth Canal. Later in the evening Captain’s Farewell Dinner and sail to Marina Zea. Overnight in Marina Zea.

Day 8: Friday - Marina Zea (disembarkation)
Disembarkation after breakfast.

Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Alpha Yachting and of the Vessel's Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any refunds but Alpha Yachting guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.

ALPHA-4 GREECE CRUISE
SAILING DATES & CRUISE RATES PER PERSON                                                                                     
CABIN CATEGORIES SAILING DATES  - Athens-Marina Zeas Friday Sailings
 

24 March
10, 17 November

31 March
07, 14 April
27 October

  LOW SEASON HIGH SEASON
Cat C - Lower Deck, Twin or Double bedded cabins €1,550 $1,850 €2.150 $2,550
Cat B - Lower Deck, Flex cabins €2,100 $2,490 €2.790 $3,290
Cat A - Upper Deck, Double or Twin bedded cabins €2,750 $3,250 €3.300 $3,890
Reduction for 3rd person in Cat A 30% 30% 30% 30%
Single Supplement 50% 50% 50% 50%
Children 7- 10 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat A 50% 50% 50% 50%
Children 11-16 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat A 35% 35% 35% 35%
Port Charges €310 $370 €310 $370

EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT

  • -10% TO ALL reservations confirmed until October 10, 2022 for March & April sailings and
  • -10% TO ALL reservations confirmed until January 15, 2023 for  November sailings

EBD Conditions & Restrictions:

  • Bookings must be secured by paying upon confirmation 25% deposit on cruise fares per passenger
  • Balance - max 60 days before departure
  • All reservations are on request and on first-come-first-served basis
  • THEY DO NOT APPLY FOR ANY EXISTING BOOKINGS!!
  • Port charges are excluded from these discounts
  • Please mention “EBD SUMMER 2024” at the moment of your booking. Otherwise, Full Rates will apply
  • Offers cannot be combined with any existing or future offers
  • EBD is subject to occupancy levels and may be withdrawn at any time
  • The EBD -10% is valid for all reservations made until October 10, for March & April 2023 sailings and until January 15, for October and November sailings (excluding the October 27, sailing)
  • For FIT bookings the regular cancellation policy will apply

A/ What’s INCLUDED:

  • Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning
  • Full-board onboard M/S GALILEO: Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a Greek night Evening, and Captain’s Dinner | Half-board onboard M/Y CALLISTO: Buffet breakfast and one meal daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a Greek night Evening, and Captain’s Dinner
  • Regular (filter) coffee, tea and  drinking water free all day
  • Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability)
  • English-Speaking Cruise Escort

Not included:

  • Beverages (except those mentioned above)
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
  • Crew tips
  • Passenger personal expenses
  • Wi-Fi (available at charge)

* Children policy/Family offer

  • SINGLE parent with 1 or max. 2 children in same cabin: The parent pays Single cruise fare & children cruise for FREE
  • COUPLE with 1 child sharing the same cabin:
  • No charge for the child up to 10 years old
  • 50% reduction for the child 11-17 years old
  • COUPLE with 2 or 3 (regardless of age) children: Both cabins will be charged at Single rate (single adult rate)
  • Discounts which only apply for the children (5-17 years old): 25% reduction on all optional excursions

PAYMENT

25% deposit is required 7 days from confirmation.
75% Balance of payment no less than 60 days prior to day of embarkation.

CANCELLATIONS

240 to 120 days from embarkation € 120/ $140—cancellation fees
119 to 90 days from embarkation 15% of the cruise fare
  89 to 60 days from embarkation 25% of the cruise fare
  59 to 30 days from embarkation 50% of the cruise fare
  29 to 00 days from embarkation 100% of the cruise fare
Cancellations must be confirmed by ALPHA in writing in all cases.

AMENDMENTS

There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing pax number received less than 60 days prior to sailing. Amendments must be confirmed by ALPHA in writing.

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 11-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.

NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE

Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate), laundry, spa-where applicable-, boutique items 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 Euro 13.00-15.00 p/p p/day for distribution among all crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders), use of the on board Wi-Fi (available at a charge), expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program.

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