Divine Cyclades Cruise
Cruise the Greeks Islands
A great way to discover the amazing Greek Islands and its hidden treasures.
Explore Greece and its magnificent islands on board the Elysium. Visit Lavrion, Delos, Mykonos, Naxos, Ios, Santorini, Milos, Kimolos, Sifnos, Serifos.
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..
DAY 2
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.
DAY 3
Wake up at 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.
DAY 4
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.
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 on board. Evening at leisure to explore the fairy-tale like chora of Kimolos. Overnight at port.
DAY 6
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.
DAY 7
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.
DAY 8
Disembarkation at Lavrion port after breakfast, before 10:00.
Departures
2025: Saturday sailings, Athens (Lavrion)
May: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
June: 6, 13, 20, 27
July: 11
Aug: 1, 8, 22, 29
Sep: 5, 12, 19,26
Oct: 3, 10, 17
Included
- Accommodation in twin or double cabins with private bath, individually controlled A/C, snuggly all-season duvet, flat screen tv, minibar, personal safe, free wi-fi access, hair dryer, telephone for internal use, lavish bath products, spa robes and slippers, beach towels.
- Buffet breakfast, half-board and on some days full-board, welcome cocktail, BBQ, still water and unlimited filter coffee, tea, cookies station.
- Room service offered without surcharge.
- All group wellness sessions with our qualified onboard Wellness Coach.
- Occasional themed seminars by visiting masters.
- Access to mini gym.
- Use of sanitized snorkeling equipment and water sports equipment.
- Free Wi-fi.
- All advice by our multilingual Cruise Concierge & our Wellness Coach.
Not included
Price
Rates per person in double occupancy (dbl/twin).
Starting from € 2800
plus port taxes € 320 (for Cyclades)
– Single Supplement: 50%
Cabin categories:
- Cat C, Lower Deck, Twin or Double beds
- Single Cabin Cat C, Lower Deck
- Cat B, Lower Deck, Twin or Double beds
- Cat B+, Lower Deck, Twin or Double beds
- Cat A, Upper Deck, Twin or Double beds
- Cat A+, Upper Deck, Twin or Double beds
The yacht
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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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.
Activities
Relaxing & Fun: Swimming, water toys, BBQ, leisurely discovery walks, board games.
Wellness: Complimentary group wellness sessions, spa treatments.
Active: Volcano trekking, hiking trails, water sports.
Experiential: Local farm visit with cooking class, wine tasting tour, Greek dancing.
Cultural: Ancient ruins, churches and monasteries, excavation site, museums.
Educational: Photography walk.
Nature & Architecture: Pristine beaches, world-famous Santorini sunset, volcanic islands, sea caves, Cycladic architecture.
*Please note activities may vary.
Your gift awaits
Your booking includes a complimentary tour for each passenger that you can choose from the options below!
- Athens Ultimate Food Tasting Tour
- Athens Sightseeing Tour
- Cape Sounion Tour
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).
Convenient packages
Consists of the above cruise + 1, 2 or 3 days pre and/or post cruise stay.
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 (shared double/twin room).
– Transfer by private taxi from Athens Intl. Airport to your hotel in Athens.
– Transfer by private taxi from your hotel to Piraeus port.
Price per person starting from: € 325 + 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 (shared double/twin room).
– 1 night after the end of the cruise in a 3* Hotel (shared double/twin room).
– Transfer by private taxi from Athens Intl. Airport to your hotel in Athens.
– Transfer by private taxi from your hotel to Piraeus port.
– Transfer by private taxi from Piraeus port to your Hotel.
– Transfer by private taxi from your Hotel to Athens Intl. Airport for your back home flight.
– Afternoon Cape Sounion tour (by motor-coach and English guide).
Price per person starting from: € 485 + 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 (shared double/tween room).
– Transfer by private taxi from Athens Intl. Airport to your hotel in Athens.
– Transfer by private taxi from your hotel to Piraeus port.
– Transfer by private taxi from Piraeus port to your Hotel.
– 1 night after the end of the cruise in a 3* Hotel (shared double/twin room).
– Transfer by private taxi from your Hotel to Athens Intl. Airport for your back home flight.
– Afternoon Athens’s sightseeing tour (after the end of the cruise, by motor-coach and English guide).
Price per person starting from: € 595 + 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.
– Final prices of packages may change due to fluctuations in service costs (e.g., hotels), which may vary by provider and availability at the time of booking. Estimate prices are calculated based on current rates.
Honeymoon package
A unique offer to newlyweds to experience a small ship cruise with a special Honeymooners Package, including:
– 10% reduction on the cruise fare for the honeymoon couple for all cruises.
– A Bubbly Welcome in your cabin
- Sparkling wine.
- Sweet delights as per local wedding customs.
- Fresh flowers.
- Room decoration.
– A Romantic Gesture
A Candle Lit Dinner at our special honeymooner’s location on board.
– Upgrade your love by upgrading cabin
Get a free cabin upgrade during on board check-in upon availability.
– Our Memories gift
Being a surprise!
Make the trip extra-long!
Extend your honeymoon holidays by booking a back to back cruise and double your offer! Same offer will be valid by choosing another pre/post cruise with the same cruise company.
Conditions and restrictions apply.
General conditions and restrictions:
- The Honeymoon offer is available to couples traveling within 10 months from their wedding date.
- Valid marriage certificate must be presented.
- The Package offers cannot be combined with any existing or future early bird discounts or special offers including Club offers.
- Offers are on request and are confirmed by Variety Cruises upon booking request and confirmation. Variety Cruises reserves the right to withdraw offers with no prior notice. Black-out dates may apply.
- Valid only for the 7 night / 8 day cruises.
- Port taxes are additional in all offers.
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