The
Aegean Mosaic Cruises- 2016
7
nights / 8 days Athens to Istanbul and reverse programs
On board the 36 Mega Yacht Variety Voyager
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Variety Cruises
Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising
and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery,
unravelling the Treasures of the Aegean Sea and of the Turkey.
Delos, Mykonos, Patmos and Santorini the white pearls of
the Aegean Sea. The Greco Roman cities of Ephessus, Pergamon
and Troy nestled on the Turkish Coast . All waiting to be
discovered. Each day you will discover a new port of call,
a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse
of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity
to intrigue you.
The Mega Yacht Variety Voyager
The 68 meter/36 cabin Voyager was launched in 2012. This
sleek high -tech looking yacht complies with the most stringent
SOLAS safety regulations.
Life on Board
Main Lounge: Located on the Main deck, right off
the reception area, the Main Lounge is gracefully designed
and finished with wood panels. There is ample seating space
for moments of pleasure or relaxation and modern AV equipment
for presentations. The mini library/ Internet suite, just
off the Main Lounge, offers a variety of books and magazines
as well as free Internet.
Dining Room: The glass enclosed dining room seats
75 passengers and allows for spectacular views around you,
while dining in an elegant environment. It extends to the
adjacent open deck, also seating 50 passengers and allowing
for breakfast, lunch or dinner to be taken "al fresco".
Food is served at the table or displayed on the state of
the art hot & cold buffet which also includes an "a
la minute cooking" section.
The Horizons Bar & Lounge: The open Upper Deck
Bar Lounge offers stylish shaded seating and is the ideal
spot for reading, relaxing or dancing under the stars until
the late hours at the sound of our resident DJ/entertainer.
The Spa & Fitness Suite: Located at the Marina
Deck, it offers Massage, Sauna and some fitness equipment.
Our Balinese Spa Supervisor provides also hair, face and
nails treatments.
The Sun Deck: Sun loungers are available to sunbathe
in total comfort while enjoying drinks served from the Sun
Deck Horizons bar.
The Cabins
The 68m Variety Voyager accomodates up to 72 guests in 36
cabins. 28 cabins are located at the Marina and Riviera
Decks and 8 staterooms at the Horizons Deck. Cabins and
staterooms sizes range from 16 to 20 m2 /170 to 216 sq.ft.
Cabins at the Marina deck feature two oversized portholes
and cabins at the Riviera and Horizons deck feauture large
windows. All cabins have individually controlled A/C and
ventilation, minibars, flat screen TV's, DVD players and
all the amenities of a luxury ship. Bathrooms are finished
with warm marble and Corian materials.
2016
Aegean Mosaic- Cruise Itinerary
8 day cruises from Athens - Marina Zea
on board the Sailing Yacht Panorama II
Aegean
Mosaic - Athens to Istanbul Journey
Day 1 Athens -
Marina Zeas Embarkation 3- 4 pm - Sailing at 4.30 pm to
Cape Sounio
Cape Sounio Arrival at Cape Sounio late afternoon. Time for
a refreshing evening swim before our welcome cocktail and dinner
under the Temple of Poseidon. Late evening sailing. Overnight
at sea
Day 2 Ios - Manganari Beach We arrive early morning at
Manganari , one of the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean.
Swimming and snorkeling. We leave Manganari at lunch time. BBQ
on deck.
Santorini We reach Santorini after lunch and disembark for an
optional afternoon excursion which will include the Akrotiri
excavations, the Museum and the Villages. The tour will end
in Oia on time to enjoy Oia's world famous sunset. Dinner on
board. Late night sailing to Delos/Mykonos - Overnight at sea
Day 3 Delos Early morning arrival in Delos, once the
capital of Greece and the mythical birthplace of Apollo and
Artemis. On our optional guided Delos walking tour, you will
visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage
Site, unearthed here in the 19th century. Delos is a true open-air
museum with many ancient monuments and buildings that are remarkably
intact. After our 2 hour walking tour we rejoin the ship for
a swim before our deck BBQ lunch. After lunch we sail to Mykonos
Mykonos Arrival in Mykonos early afternoon- Time for
visiting Mykonos town, reaching one of its famous beaches. After
dinner there will be more time to enjoy Mykonos nightlife. Late
night sailing to Lipsous or Arkous Islands
Day 4 Arki or Lipsi Islands Early morning arrival at
a secluded beach in Arkous or Lipsous Islands- depending on
weather - for a relaxing morning swim . After lunch we sail
to nearby Patmos
Patmos Early afternoon arrival in Patmos . Your optional Patmos
excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto
and Monastery of St. John and the historic centre of the medieval
town of Chora. Afternoon at leisure to discover Scala, the capital
or swim at a nearby beach. Late afternoon sailing to Samos
Samos We reach the quaint port of Pythagorion. Overnight in
port
Day 5 Samos Early morning sailing to Kusadasi Turkey
Kusadasi Today our explorations of ancient civilizations continue
with an optional tour to Ephesus, one of the greatest archaeological
site in the Aegean region. As you tour this remarkably preserved
Greek and Roman city, you may feel as if you're about to encounter
a toga-garbed resident, or hear a chariot clattering down the
main avenue, the same avenue down which Cleopatra and Mark Anthony
rode in procession more than 2,000 years ago! Free time in the
afternoon for shopping in the bazaar. Evening sailing to Dikili
. Overnight at sea.
Day 6 Dikili Morning arrival in Dikili. From there your
optional excursion will take you the Greco-Roman city of Pergamon,
which is famous for its Asclepion, the Acropolis, the Altar
of Zeus, and the Temples of Athena, Trojan, and Dionysos and
the 10,000 seat Ancient Theatre. Late evening sailing to Canakkale.
Overnight at sea.
Day 7 Canakkale Optional full day excursion to Troy and
Assos. In the morning you will be exploring the remains of legendary
city of Troy founded 1300 BC where Achilles fought Hector as
celebrated by Homer in the Iliade. Excavations started in 19th
century by Heinrich Schliemann. In the afternoon we will visit
the old settlements of Alexandria Troa and of Assos. Late afternoon
return to ship and overnight sailing to Istanbul.
Day 8 ISTANBUL Arrival in port early morning- Disembarkation
8 to 9.30 am
Aegean
Mosaic - Istanbul to Athens Journey
Day 1 ISTANBUL
Embarkation 3- 4 pm - Sailing at 4.30 pm to Canakkale - Overnight
at sea
Day 2 Canakkale Optional full day excursion to Troy and
Assos. In the morning you will be exploring the remains of legendary
city of Troy founded 1300 BC where Achilles fought Hector as
celebrated by Homer in the Iliade. Excavations started in 19th
century by Heinrich Schliemann. In the afternoon we will visit
the old settlements of Alexandria Troa and of Assos. Late afternoon
return to ship and overnight sailing to Dikili
Day 3 Dikili Morning arrival in Dikili. From there your
optional excursion will take you the Greco-Roman city of Pergamon,
which is famous for its Asclepion, the Acropolis, the Altar
of Zeus, and the Temples of Athena, Trojan, and Dionysu and
the 10,000 seat Ancient Theatre. Late evening sailing to Kusadasi.
Overnight at sea.
Day 4 Kusadasi Today our explorations of ancient civilizations
continue with an optional tour to Ephesus, one of the greatest
archaeological site in the Aegean region. As you tour this remarkably
preserved Greek and Roman city, you may feel as if you are about
to encounter a toga-garbed resident, or hear a chariot clattering
down the main avenue, the same avenue down which Cleopatra and
Mark Anthony rode in procession more than 2,000 years ago! Free
time in the afternoon for shopping in the bazaar. Afternoon
sailing to Samos
Samos We reach the quaint port of Pythagorion. Opportunity for
a late afternoon swim. Overnight in port
Day 5 Samos Morning sailing to a secluded beach - Arkous
or Lispous Island
Arki or Lipsi Islands Arrival at breakfast time for a relaxing
morning swim. After lunch we sail to nearby Patmos
Patmos Early afternoon arrival in Patmos . Your optional Patmos
excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto
and Monastery of St. John and the historic centre of the medieval
town of Chora. Afternoon at leisure to discover Scala, the capital
or swim at a nearby beach. Late evening sailing to Delos Mykonos
- Overnight at sea
Day 6 Delos Early morning arrival in Delos, once the
capital of Greece and the mythical birthplace of Apollo and
Artemis. On an optional guided Delos walking tour, you will
visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage
Site, unearthed here in the 19th century. Delos is a true open-air
museum with many ancient monuments and buildings that are remarkably
intact. After our 2 hour walking tour we rejoin the ship for
a swim before our deck BBQ lunch. After lunch we sail to Mykonos
Mykonos Arrival in Mykonos early afternoon- Time for visiting
Mykonos town, reaching one of its famous beaches. After dinner
there will be more time to enjoy Mykonos nightlife. Late night
sailing to Ios - Manganari Beach - Overnight at sea
Day 7 Ios - Manganari Beach We arrive early morning
at Manganari , one of the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean.
Swimming and snorkeling.We leave Manganari at lunch time. BBQ
on deck.
Santorini We reach Santorini after lunch and disembark for an
optional afternoon excursion which will include the Akrotiri
excavations, the Museum and the Villages. The tour will end
in Oia on time to enjoy Oia's world famous sunset. Dinner on
board. Late evening sailing to Athens - Overnight at sea
Day 8 Athens - Marina Zeas Arrival in port early morning-
Disembarkation 8 to 9.30 am
Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises
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 Variety
Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised
port of disembarkation on time for their flights.
Aegean
Mosaic Cruise - 2015 & 2016
FRIDAY DEPARTURES FROM ATHENS-MARINA ZEA
OFFICIAL
RATES - USD
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ATHENS
TO ISTANBUL SAILINGS
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2016
July 2, 16, 30
August 13, 27
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ISTANBUL
TO ATHENS SAILINGS
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2016
July 9, 23
August 6,20
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Season
A
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CABIN
CATEGORIES
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IN
DOUBLE/TWIN
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3rd
PERSON RATES
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Cat
C
Lower Deck, Twin or double bedded Cabins
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$3190
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N/A
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Cat
B
Lower & Main Deck, Twin or Double bedded Cabins
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$3790
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$2653
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Cat
A
Main or Upper Deck, Twin or Double bedded Cabins
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$4190
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N/A
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Cat
P
Upper Deck, Twin or Double bedded Cabins
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$5190
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$3633
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Owner's
Suite
Main or Upper Deck, Twin or Double bedded Cabins
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$6490
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N/A
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Single
Supplement
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50%
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Children
7-10 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat B |
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$1895
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Children
7-10 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat B
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$2595
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Children
10-16 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat
A |
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$2463.50
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Children
10-16 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat
A
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$3373.50
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Port
Charges $250
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$380
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A/
Cruise fares are per person and week and include
Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC &
air conditioning.
Full-board: Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including
a Welcome Cocktail, Local Theme Evening and Captain's Dinner.
Regular (filter) coffee, tea and drinking water free all day.
Multilingual 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 a charge)
HONEYMOON
PACKAGE - DESCRIPTION, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
1/The
Honeymooners Package features:
25
% reduction for the bride
Cabins with Double or King bed
Welcome Honeymooners treatment including a Complimentary bottle
of Champagne and a Fruit Basket;
A Candle Lit Dinner at our Special Honeymooners location on
board our ships or at a preferred restaurant;
10% discount for any wedding anniversary on board our ships;
Automatic access to our Variety Club membership;
" Our Memories" gift at disembarkation;
A free 1/2 hour massage for 2, if on board our Harmony V, Variety
Voyager and Seychelles program vessel.
NOTES
1.
Please ask the details for our "Wedding and Cruise with
friends and family" private charter for 40 to 72 guests.
2. This package is also available to clients wishing to renew
their vows. The Vows renewal ceremony is performed by our Ship
Captains.
2/
Honeymoon offers : General conditions and restrictions
a/ The Honeymoon offer is valid only provided that the couple
is traveling within 6 months from their wedding date (copy of
marriage certificate required);
b/ The Package cannot be combined with any existing or future
SPECIAL OFFERS.
B/
Conditions and restrictions
PAYMENT
25% deposit is required upon confirmation. Balance of payment
is due no less than 60 days prior to day of embarkation.
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
10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount.
Port taxes are not discounted
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CANCELLATIONS
Up to 120 days from embarkation € 100-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 VARIETY CRUISES in writing
in all cases.
AMENDMENTS
There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or decreasing
guest numbers received less than 60 days prior to sailing. Amendments
must be confirmed by VARIETY CRUISES in writing.
NOT
INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE
Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the
rate), laundry 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 13-15 p/p p/day
for distribution among crew members) medical expenses, port
taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged
on board by the tour leaders), Wi-Fi available at a charge,
expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in
cruise program.