Best Cruises in Greece: “Sparkling Cyclades” onboard the M/Y Gemaya
Set sail to the Greeks Islands
A great way to discover the amazing Greek Islands of the Cyclades with their hidden treasures.
Explore Greece and its magnificent islands on board the M/Y Gemaya. Visit Lavrion, Kythnos, Milos, Sifnos, Depsotiko, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Syros, Yiaros, Kea.
With your booking you’ll get a complimentary tour and you can choose between:
- A private 2-hours walking Athens Photo Shoot Tour with a professional photographer with knowledge of scenic spots. Explore the small alleys of Plaka, the old city in Athens, places with great views of the Acropolis hill and Anafiotika a neighborhood at the foothill of Acropolis and capture those photos that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Or - A Full Day Tour to Delphi by motor-coach and professional English-speaking guide and visit the Pan-Hellenic Sanctuary of Delphi, which had the most famous oracle of ancient Greece. You will visit the archaeological site and the museum. Departure in the morning and return in the afternoon. Lunch included.
NB.
– The complimentary tour(s) offered cannot be combined with any existing or future other complimentary tour(s) in packages or other special offers.
– Complimentary tour(s) are on request and are confirmed by Vikings Navita upon booking request and confirmation. Vikings Navita reserves the right to withdraw offers with no prior notice.
– Complimentary tours will not be reimbursed in case of no use of them from the client(s).
Yacht Cruise Itinerary in brief:
Day 1 Lavrion – Kythnos
DAY 2 Milos
DAY 3 Sifnos
DAY 4 Despotiko – Paros
DAY 5 Delos – Mykonos
DAY 6 Syros
DAY 7 Yiaros – Kea
DAY 8 Lavrion
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 beautiful island of Kythnos, known also as Thermia, due to the famous thermal baths located in the area of Loutra. Dinner onboard. Overnight at Kythnos.
DAY 2
Enjoy a morning swim stop before arriving at the dreamy island of Sifnos, with its traditional, white-washed architecture, its famous hiking trails and a sizzling food scene. Lunch onboard. 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. Opt for a cooking experience with locals or enjoy lunch at one of the many tavernas. Overnight at port.
DAY 3
Wake up at a beautiful and uninhabited Aegean island, Polyaigos, an exotic paradise, home to a dwindling population of Mediterranean seals, often hunting for fish near the sea coves. Swim in the amazing green waters and walk the beautiful beaches, which make this island truly unique. Lunch on board. In the afternoon we set sail to Kimolos island, a true hidden gem. Evening at leisure to explore the fairy-tale like chora of Kimolos. Overnight at port.
DAY 4
Morning arrival at the iconic Sarakiniko beach, its milky blue waters and spectacular white rock lunar landscape. Lunch on board. In the afternoon we set sail to Folegandros, a deeply authentic and romantic island in the Cyclades. Explore the charming Chora village with its whitewashed buildings and vibrant streets or visit the iconic Church of Panagia, perched high above the sea and Kastro, the most picturesque part of Chora. Overnight at port.
DAY 5
Sail to Sikinos in the morning, the hidden treasure of Cyclades. The main attraction, besides the serenity of Chora and the beautiful landscapes, is the beautiful Zoodochos Monastery. Moreover, it is worth visiting the Episkopi Monastery and the archaeological site of Agia Marina. The island has a handful of beaches with crystal clean waters and usually very few people. 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. Overnight at Santorini.
DAY 6
Set sail to Ios island early morning and enjoy a morning swim stop at Magganari Beach, one of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Greece. Lunch onboard. Afternoon arrival at calm and romantic Antiparos, where Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson have their summer home. Visit the small-town local boutiques and the castle of Antiparos. Enjoy a dinner under the stars. Overnight at Antiparos.
DAY 7
Morning arrival in Serifos, a lesser-known island of distinct Cycladic flair, dotted with windmills, white-washed chapels, pristine beaches and many sites of cultural interest. There will be plenty of time to discover the island before our afternoon sailing to Sounion, with cocktails along the way. As the sun sets, enjoy your farewell dinner under the stars and the mesmerising view of the Temple of Poseidon. Late night we set sail for our return to Athens.
DAY 8
Disembarkation at Lavrion port after breakfast, before 10:00.
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More information about your Sparkling Cyclades cruise.
Departures:
2025: Friday sailings, Athens (Lavrion)
May 2,16
June 6, 27
July 11
Aug 1, 22
Sep 5, 26
Oct 17, 31
Price:
Rates per person in double occupancy (7 nights in dbl/twin), port taxes included.
AURA – Owner’s suite: € 6450
ALMA – Master suite: € 5850
BLISS – Executive cabin A: € 5550
PURE – Executive Cabin B: € 5150
LUNA – Executive Cabin C: € 4550
Check for special offers.
Cabin categories:
- AURA
Owner’s suite, 27 SQM, double bed & built-in sofa, accommodates 1-3 guests. - ALMA
Master suite, 20 SQM, double Bed, accommodates 1-2 guests. - BLISS
Executive Cabin A, 17 SQM, double bed & built-in sofa, accommodates 1-3 guests. - PURE
Executive cabin B, 16 SQM, twin beds, accommodates 1-2 guests. - LUNA
Executive cabin C, 14 SQM, double bed, accommodates 1-2 guests.
Remarks:
Itineraries can be changed in case of adverse weather conditions – above a certain winds’ force, depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port, difficulties at docking, unforeseen circumstances or in case of other extraordinary conditions. This decision will be solely made by the captain based on the safety of the passengers, the crew and the ship. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any refunds.
Included:
- Accommodation in twin or double cabins with private bath, individually controlled A/C, snuggly all-season duvet, flat screen tv with free Netflix access, dimmable lights, personal safe, free wi-fi access, hair dryer, telephone for internal use, lavish bath products, bathrobes and slippers, beach towels & beach bags.
- Buffet breakfast, half-board, open bar, port taxes, airport or hotel transfers.
- Room service offered without surcharge.
- All advice and group yoga, pilates, aquarobics, meditation sessions with our qualified onboard Wellness Coach
- Occasional themed seminars by visiting masters.
- Use of water toys, sea bob, sea scooter, SuP, kayak, sanitized snorkeling equipment and water sports equipment.
- Wi-fi access.
- Two complimentary 12-minute water-ski or wake-board sessions per cabin.
Not-Included:
Packages:
Consists of the above cruise + 1, 2 or 3 days pre and/or post cruise stay + a complimentary tour.
We suggest our clients to be in Athens one night before the cruise departure and one night before their flight departure -or more, if they wish to discover more of Athens and Greece.
Package One: Cruise + 1 night.
- 1 night before the embarkation in a 3* Hotel (price for shared double/twin room).
- Transfer by taxi from Athens International Airport to your hotel in Athens.
- Transfer from your hotel to the port to embark the ship.
- Complimentary:
A private 2-hours walking Athens Photo Shoot Tour with a professional photographer with knowledge of scenic spots. Explore the small alleys of Plaka,
the old city in Athens, places with great views of the Acropolis hill and Anafiotika a neighborhood at the foothill of Acropolis and capture those photos that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Price per person starting from: € 340 + cost of the cruise (depending on type of cabin you select).
Package Two: Cruise + 2 nights.
- 1 night before the embarkation in a 3* Hotel (price for shared double/twin room)
- 1 night after the end of the cruise in a 3* Hotel (price for shared double/twin room).
- Transfer by taxi from Athens International Airport to your hotel in Athens.
- Transfer from your hotel to the port to embark the ship.
- Transfer from the port to your Hotel.
- Transfer from your Hotel to Athens International Airport for your back home flight.
- Complimentary:
(a) A private 2-hours walking Athens Photo Shoot Tour with a professional photographer with knowledge of scenic spots. Explore the small alleys of Plaka,
the old city in Athens, places with great views of the Acropolis hill and Anafiotika a neighborhood at the foothill of Acropolis and capture those photos that you will cherish for a lifetime.
(b) Afternoon Cape Sounion tour (by motor-coach and English guide)
Price per person starting from: € 545 + cost of the cruise (depending on type of cabin you select)
Package Three: Cruise + 3 nights.
- 2 nights before the embarkation in a 3* Hotel (price for shared double/tween room).
- Transfer by taxi from Athens International Airport to your hotel in Athens.
- Transfer from your hotel to the port to embark the ship.
- Transfer from the port to your Hotel
- 1 night after the end of the cruise in a 3* Hotel (price for double/twin room).
- Transfer from your Hotel to Athens International Airport for your back home flight.
- Complimentary:
(a) Choose between option 1: a full day tour to Delphi OR
option 2: a private 2-hours walking Athens Photo Shoot Tour with a professional photographer with knowledge of scenic spots. Explore the small alleys of Plaka,
the old city in Athens, places with great views of the Acropolis hill and Anafiotika a neighborhood at the foothill of Acropolis and capture those photos that you will cherish for a lifetime.
(b) Afternoon Athens’s sightseeing tour (after the end of the cruise, by motor-coach and English guide)
Price per person starting from: € 695 + cost of the cruise (depending on type of cabin you select).
NB.
– Single supplement fees apply.
– The complimentary tour(s) offered in the packages cannot be combined with any existing or future other complimentary or special offers.
– Offers are on request and are confirmed by Vikings Navita upon booking request and confirmation. Vikings Navita reserves the right to withdraw offers with no prior notice.
– Complimentary tours on packages will not be reimbursed in case of no use of them from the client(s).
The M/Y Gemaya
Technical Specifications:
Vessel Type: Boutique Cruise Ship / Yacht
Length Overall: 63.8M
Breadth: 12.5 M
Draft: 3.42 M
Gross Tonnage: 1610 T
Cruising Speed: 11 knots
Lifeboats: 2
Total Pax Cabins: 25
Guests: 48-58
Crew: 24-28
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