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We just got back from our biking trip and it was simply fantastic. The rides were perfect and our guides were outstanding. We lucked out on the weather too:) We met wonderful people on our trip from all over the world.
Food on board was delicious and the crew couldn’t have been better! Highly recommend this trip!

The scenery was excellent. We swam every day at lovely beaches in crystal clear water. Our guides, Ester and Dimitri were excellent.

Biking was great.
Negative was the extremely wavy waters the last two nights. Many people got sick.

The dynamics of the trip were significantly impacted by the inclusion of a family with 5 children and high winds which necessitated the change in our itinerary. Although the family was nice and friendly, 3 teenagers and 2 near teenagers who were familiar with each other were a force on the boat and during our rides. I was mindful of having them riding behind me which was uncomfortable when they rode too close and were jamming on their brakes for fun behind me. Their young sensibilities gave them no awareness that this was not appropriate. Their parents did their best to monitor their riding of course. My remedy was to ride at the back of the group. A boring trip to a cultural centre was not a satisfactory substitution for a bike ride. I am not sure why we did not have a ride around the area of the port on the days we were back in Athens early. I had already visited Athens so the bike ride in busy tourist area in Athens was not welcomed. One of our party had a fall from her bike when she encountered a large group of walkers near the Olympic arena. Bottom line we wanted to go on a bike ride not sight seeing. The food was delicious. The staff were lovely. Our guide was a delight. The captain made us feel like we were in good hands in light of the high winds.

Bike guides were great and experience overall was great. There was some issues with the service. The Bar was not stocked with the advertised liquor. There was no Vodka, Rum, Gin or Jameson. We had to personally go out and purchase for the boat and then pay a corking fee. Not a huge deal but everyone had there own bottles so getting a drink made took a long time as the bartender dug thru all the bottles. Ice was always in short supply as well. Several meals were missing the main course and was brought out midway thru the meal. The sides were often cold as well. We made it thru and still had a great time as we are easy going group.

Impossible to choose a favorite part...it was all so great !!

The biking! Also touring some of the historical places and swimming off the boat in the Aegean Sea.

The crew and the group of bikers were wonderful. Our food was delicious.

Beautiful islands, boat, people, food…. Couldn’t ask for any more!

The guides were fantastic. They really helped us to experience the culture away from the regular tourist areas.

Time on the beautiful Thalassa was wonderful. Some of the rides were quite challenging, both in the elevation gain, length of elevation gain and traffic. However, others were amazing, especially when we were in areas with very little traffic. I would not rate this, an easy ride by any means. Each day started with an uphill climb because that’s the topography however, there were plenty of undulating hills, delightful, switchbacks, great views, and the smell of pine and thyme. I liked the swim stops and liked the combination of eating on the boat and eating at local restaurants. I appreciated hearing about the Greek gods that “inhabited” these islands. It would have been great to have access to a cappuccino machine, a luxury some boats provide.

The two guides emma and august were charming and helpful. All the staff were attentive. The food was delicious. The rooms small and well organized. I enjoyed sailing on the beautiful boat. It was hotter than usual for cycling but the scenery was spectacular.

The other passengers, fellow riders were skilled annd pleasant. August and head server high quality. . Boat clean. Crew AOK. Boat doesn't use sails. Mainsail boom bolted in place and inoperative

The trip was great! The itinerary was slightly changed due to weather. However, we were able to cycle everyday except one. The food on the boat was excellent and several traditional dishes were served. The cycling guides were friendly and took time to learn about each of the passenger.

Tour guide and boat crew were fantastic! Particularly Chef Stavros

Exceptional in every way—the boat, the bike rides, the islands, the history, the food, the people, our guides and crew.

The tactile tourism that a small group bike tour allows - we had experiences with locals/natives in small villages that were authentic and provided insight into the Greek and Saronic Island culture.

The Thalassa is a beautiful ship with a very hardworking crew. I found the cabin sufficient, although, not perfect. Fit and finish in both the water closet and the stateroom was not perfect. Toilet had a non-functioning bidet feature and insufficient hot water supply in the showers.

I had paid the dietary surcharge for my egg intolerance and shell fish allergy. The tour company and the ship's crew were not prepared for this. I am not sure what I paid extra for, as it doesn't seem that the supplemental charge actually gets to those doing the work. Once the crew was aware, I was informed what was within my dietary needs. I made the decision to not request all dishes replicated, but rather wanting a main course and a dessert available.

Although food was good and plentiful, it felt somewhat excessive. The cuts of meat were good, but not high grade. Quality was supplemented with quantity. Now, I appreciate that there were 2 very solid meals, but at times we were served a whole fish and felt wasteful. Again, this could be summed up as Greek hospitality.

I enjoyed the trip, and especially our guides. Their youthful and fun disposition was welcomed. Our rides were so fun and fabulously guided. Despoina was a energic understudy to Chryssa, an expert guide. A highlight was Despoina's ability to connect authentically and passionately with passengers and locals alike. Chryssa provided a personable experience for me, as a gay man, offering suggestions for bars.

Lastly, a point of challenge for our group was gratuities. This trip was much more expensive than the barge trips other group members have been on. I tipped the full 10% for the trip. Others were closer to 5%. I think what was unclear is if this higher expense trip and their crew expected and required the full 10% tip... and how to divide that between ships crew and the guides.

Carla did an amazing job organizing our trip. The transfers were smooth, we had a group of eight couples and she communicated beautifully with everyone. We loved the ship we loved our guides Esther and Jack. The itinerary was excellent.

The great guides we had. both very knowledgeable of the area. The food was also very good. Chef excellent.

This is such a unique package -- traveling on a gorgeous three-masted wooden sailing ship
AND biking on amazingly beautiful Greek islands. Sometimes you see a majestic ship like the Thalassa, and think "that's so amazing," but on this trip you actually get to LIVE on it. Maria's meals were delicious and plentiful. Chrysa and Dispoina were fantastic guides -- seemingly thinking of everything, even before we thought of it. The crew and the guides worked together to make a seamless and special experience for each guest. I think the island of Hydra was my favorite -- with Spetses as a close second. Swimming in the cave in Spetses is something I will always remember. This was the trip of a lifetime. I loved every minute of it.

This ship is beautiful and the crew and guides were wonderful. The cabins and bathrooms are spacious. It was clear in advance that we wouldn't sail much, but it would really add to the experience if we could have sailed at least a little bit. The e-bike climbs at the islands gave us great views and interesting visits and stories along the way.

The guides Crysta and Jack were excellent Along with the boat crew They made the trip an excellent adventure

From the moment we boarded we were treated like royalty. Everyone was friendly, professional, helpful, welcoming and they remained wonderful for our entire trip. The captain made sure our trip exceeded our expectations. Our tour leaders Chrysa and Jack made us feel like family. They were both good story tellers and made all our adventure interesting and fun. Answered our questions, met our requests with a smile and action. The food was exceptional and plentiful. All members of the ship’s team - Soritis, Georg, Alex, Dimitris, Katerina and Maria were stellar. We will always treasure this wonderful experience

The wonderful Greek people and the excellent guidance made our trip special. We've been on many guided cycling trips but none as accommodating as this. Our guide Demitris and his assistant Marias were very knowledgable and always cheerful.

So many memorable parts of the trip. Nomad's Path, the local guide partner, did such a great job creating the trip. We enjoy each day. Beautiful countryside, off the beaten path stops, great food and hotels. Guides were wonderful and knowledgeable. Ebikes were a joy.

Our ship, Running on Waves could not have been better. The ship was immaculately clean. Our cabin’s, although small, were very comfortable. I would have to say the staff met our every need. The food was amazing, every meal was a variety and extremely well prepared. Due to the closing of the Corinth Canal, our tour had to be modified. I felt that the captain did the best he could to see that we had a great trip. Lena, the cruise Director was sometimes over the top, making sure all of our needs were met. Alex, our bike guide also did a great job.
I would highly recommend this bike tour.

I can’t stop thinking about this trip — it was just incredible! The crew was amazing, always ready to help and make everything easy and fun. The boat felt cozy, cabins super comfy, and everything was spotless.

We biked every day — anywhere from 20 to 60 km — and the scenery blew me away. Endless olive groves, sparkling blue sea, quiet roads, and secret beaches you couldn’t reach without a bike. Morning yoga on deck was such a nice way to wake up and stretch before hitting the pedals.

And the food… wow! Every meal was different, with plenty of choices between fish and meat, plus fresh fruits, berries, and local treats. I’ll never forget the lamb and langoustines. October was perfect — great weather, beautiful nature, and peaceful towns with almost no tourists. I’d go back in a heartbeat and try more routes! This tour is perfect if you love cycling, exploring, and just enjoying life by the sea.

This was our second experience doing something like this. My wife had an e-bike and I had a regular bike. The rides were not long, but the climbs were challenging. Some amazing views. We really enjoyed the boat, the crew, and the guides. I didn't have a bad meal. I got up every morning to enjoy our sail at dawn. Our guides were great. The crew was great and took excellent care of us and the boat. I think my highlight might have been the volcano at Nisyros or the day ending at Knidos.

Great holiday, boat was a good size, crew friendly. A few suggestions for improvements. It bit of hassle with helmets on that no one had the booking for it ?. A lot of smoking by the crew in view of guests. Change of port departure which cost money for guests as pre booked departures were further away.

August, Emma and the crew at the admiral were so professional, I requested vegan meals and they delivered excellent vegan meals!!! Plus their attention to details when it comes to bikes, thank you once again for all you did in our Sept 2025 trip