| Tour | Bike+Boat |
|---|---|
| Type | Guided |
| Skill | Moderate |
| Length | 8 days |
| From | €1390 Rates |
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Tour Dates
September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23, 2017
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Day-To-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Athens (Piraeus)
Day 2: Kythnos Island, 12.5 mi. (20 km)
Day 3: Seriphos Island, 18.75 mi. (30 km)
Day 4: Siphnos Island, 12 mi. (20 km)
Day 5: Syros and Mykonos Island, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 6: Delos Island and Tinos Island, 15 mi. (25 km)
Day 7: Kea Island, 15 mi. (25 km)
Day 8: Departure
*All distances are approximate. The above-planned itinerary is subject to change due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, etc.
Day 1: Arrival in Athens (Piraeus).
Individual journey to Athens airport and collective transfer to Marina Zeas, the yacht harbor of Piraeus close to Athens and only 25 km (15 mi.) from Athens airport. Check-in from 2 p.m. on the Panagiota. Dinner on board. Overnight stay in Piraeus.
Day 2: Kythnos Island, 12.5 mi. (20 km)
Kythnos Island has been famous for its cheese and honey since ancient times. The first cycling tour, which will start in the harbor of Merichas will first lead to the capital Chora and offers beautiful views of the coastline. Chora is an appealing village, situated on a high plateau. Its angular alleys are decorated with painted flowers and geometric patterns. Then the cycle route leads to Driopida, a picturesque village. In the afternoon the motor yacht will take us to Siphnos for a relaxing time at the beach. Afterwards, you return to Merichas and can spend the evening hours in one of the quaint taverns.
Day 3: Seriphos Island (aprx. 18.75 mi./30 km)
Seriphos is a small island far from the tourist track, with deep valleys, countless bays and coves and lots of beautiful sandy beaches. From the harbor town of Livadi, you will cycle Greece along a serpentine road to the main town of Seriphos, whose cube form houses nestle along a mountain ridge high above the sea. Continuing on through untouched landscape to the Byzantine monastery of the Archangel Michael, you will return to Livadi along a panoramic road on the East coast. In the afternoon, the ship will arrive at Siphnos, which has a lovely beach. Overnight stay in Kamares.
Day 4: Siphnos Island, 12 mi. (20 km)
The island of Siphnos, which is famous for its ceramic artwork, is only inhabited in land as its coast drops steeply into the sea. The cycling tour begins in the harbour of Kamares. The route leads through a green, hilly terraced landscape to the central highlands with the island’s capital Kastro, which is a defensive settlement built on a steep cliff face and has been a listed as a protected town since 1975. In the afternoon, board the ship and sail to Syros, where you can round off the day in one of the numerous cafes on the spacious harbor promenade.
Day 5: Syros and Mykonos Island, 19 mi. (30 km)
Ermoupolisis the capital town of the Cyclades and offers visitors an unforgettable view upon arrival. The town which is built on two hills is different from the other Cycladic towns. Pastel-colored houses, many of which have classical facades dominate the townscape. You will bike along the coast of Syros, full of bays and coves along the entire southern half of the island, to the beautiful beach of Galissas. Continuing on, passing the convent of Saint Barbara, the route leads back to Ermoupolis. In the afternoon, it is off by boat to Mykonos. This picturesque town, with its famous windmills and its white cube form houses, is ideal for a stroll. With a bit of luck you may even see the mascot of Mykonos in the maze of alleyways, the pelican Petros.
Day 6: Delos Island and Tinos Island, 15 mi. (25 km)
In the morning you have the opportunity to visit the important ancient sites on the island of Delos, where, according to Greek mythology, the god Apollo and his twin sister Artemis were born. After lunch, back on board to crossover to Tinos to first visit the famous Evangelistria church in Tinos town. Today’s bike tour leads along a high road to the mountain village of Tarambados, a village full of walled dove towers with their filigree architecture, which represents remnants from Venetian times.After today's bike tour, the boat sets off to Kea.
Day 7: Kea Island, 15 mi. (25 km)
The starting point of today's bike tour is the lovely harbor of Korissia. From here, begin you cycle tour to the picturesque main town of Ioulis which is situated in the mountains and from there continue your bike tour to the white beach of Otzias, where the Mediterranean will tempt you to a refreshing swim before returning to Korissia. In the afternoon last sail to Piraeus and overnight stay in Piraeus.
Day 8: Departure from Piraeus/Athens.
End of tour after breakfast.
*Please note: the Cyclades are relatively susceptible to wind. Normally this results in only a minor modification of the route. The alternative route leads into the Argosaronic Gulf, one of the most historic regions of Greece. You will cross between the Greek mainland and the Peloponnesian to discover the islands of Egina, Poros, Hydra, Spetses and the Methana peninsula. A highlight of this journey is a visit to the ancient Epidauros with the best preserved Greek theater.
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Travel Details
Travel
Fly to Athens
Local Travel
An organized transfer can be arranged to/from the Athens airport to the boat for an additional fee. Please see pricing for details.
Climate
Check local conditions prior to departure. Average high/low temperature in °F for the Athens area: May 74/60º, and September 83/67º.
Recommended
Extra time in Athens!
Remarks
Minimum number of participants: 14
Please be aware that you will be part of an international group of people.
Tour Operator
This tour is operated by Island Hopping. We do not run these tours ourselves, we never have. We work on commission from our local partners plus a small administration fee of €20. We pride ourselves on the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
Cyclades Islands Boats + Barges
Panagiota Greece Comfort Class Boat The Panagiota, our latest finding in Greece, is an affectionately restored two-masted motor yacht, 19 ft. wide and 75 ft. long. It was built in 1990 and modernized in 2001 in conformity with the requirements of cruises.
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