In the heart of the Cyclades From Athènes to Palermo

Day 1: Athens

Departure at 22.00

The Greek capital opens the pages of its age-old history. In the heart of modernity, the Acropolis and the narrow streets of the Plaka district reveal their splendour and charm. Ship docked. Passengers may board and disembark here.

Day 2: Tinos

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

Day 3: Delos & Mykonos

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 23.59

Morning in Delos at anchor. The birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, with an archaeological site that is one of the most important in Greece. Short voyage to Mykonos in the middle of the day. The smallest island in the Cyclades owes its popularity to its row of windmills, its immaculate monasteries and its secret beaches. Late port of call. Ship at anchor, no water sports.

Day 4: Naxos

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

This land of ancient legends boasts imposing hills and beaches. Dominated by a Venitian castle, there are plenty of beautiful walks in and around the picturesque mediaeval town of Chora. Ship at anchor. Water sports.

Day 5: Amorgos

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

This long island intersected by a mountain range is the most easterly of the Cyclades, made famous by the film The Big Blue by Luc Besson, with spectacular landscapes. Ship at anchor, water sports available.

Day 6: Syros

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, has a gorgeous port. The city, with its blend of neo-classical architecture, typical Cyclades-style streets, marble-paved squares and private villas, has a charming bourgeois feel. Ship at anchor. Water sports.

Day 7: Paros

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

The sweetness of its orchards and its still authentic villages captivate the senses. Its white marble quarries have given life to remarkable statues dating back to antiquity and ensured its prosperity. Ship at anchor. Water sports.

Day 8: Santorini

Arrival at 07.00 Departure at 13.00

A tragic eruption resulted in the formation of a deep blue bay, and white houses are dotted over the jagged rocky surface of this island that inspired the legend of Atlantis. Devastatingly beautiful. Ship docked, no water sports and no direct access to a beach.

Day 9: Sailing on the open sea

A restorative day at sea and hoose from the range of inviting possibilities on our remarkable sailing ship.

Day 10: Taormine

Arrival at 08.00 Departure at 18.00

Perched on Mount Tauro, the town seems to gaze out over the magnificent bays and the majestic Mount Etna. It boasts a fascinating historical heritage including the ancient Greco-Roman theatre. Boats at anchor, water sports.

Day 11: Palerme

Arrival at 07.00

The historic centre holds an irresistible fascination for visitors. The civilisations that helped weave its history have left their mark on the sun-scorched stones and the shady little streets. Boat docked, no water sports and no direct access to a beach. Passengers boarding and disembarking at this port of call.