The Adriatic Sea and Greece




















June & August 2022... aboard the 17 cabin mega yacht Callisto
July 2022... aboard the 24 cabin m/s Panorama
8-day cruises | Fridays – From Athens, Greece to Dubrovnik, Croatia, or reverse
Athens - Dubrovnik:
ATHENS - CORINTH CANAL CROSSING – KEFALONIA – ITHACA – ANTIPAXI - PAXI – CORFU – SARANDA/BUTRINT – BUDVA – KOTOR – DUBROVNIK
Dubrovnik - Athens:
DUBROVNIK - KOTOR - BUDVA - SARANDA / BUTRINT - CORFU - PAXI - ITHACA - KEFALONIA - CORINTH CANAL - AEGINA - ATHENS
Embark on a voyage discovering the Adriatic and Ionian Seas from Athens to Dubrovnik, or in reverse. Budva and world-famous Kotor in Montenegro. Saranda and the UNESCO Site of Butrint in Albania. Corfu, Ithaca, Kefalonia and Paxi: Greece`s Ionian Islands. 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.
Highlights
Butrint: UNESCO World Heritage Site
Transit the amazing engineering feat that is the Corinth Canal, cut though solid rock in the 1880’s to join the Gulf of Corinth with the Aegean Sea. Under Periander in the 6th century BC, the ancients cut out a slipway that allowed ships to be dragged overland. The canal finally opened in 1893 after 11 years of digging.
Taste local delicacies at a remote family vineyard estate, Corfu
From the charming town of Saranda, boasting the most attractive waterfront on the Albanian Riviera, join the optional excursion to the nearby UNESCO Site of Butrint. Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony, a Roman city and a bishopric.
Corinth Canal Crossing, Greece
In Corfu, you will have the option to tour the impressive historic centre declared UNESCO World Heritage site, or to take a scenic tour through the lush countryside and old high hill villages and visit a remote family vineyard estate with local delicacies tasting!
FROM ATHENS GREECE to DUBROVNIK, CROATIA (ONE WAY CRUISE)
2022 Sailing dates:
3 June (m/y Callisto)
1 July (m/s Panorama)
19 August (m/y Callisto)
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Day 1 ~ Friday Athens, marina Zea - Corinth Canal Crossing |
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Day 2 ~ Saturday Kefalonia - Ithaca |
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Day 3 ~ Sunday Anti-Paxi - Paxi |
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Day 4 ~ Monday Corfu Island |
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Day 5 ~ Tuesday Saranda, Albania |
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Day 6 ~ Wednesday Budva - Kotor, Montenegro |
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Day 7 ~ Thursday Kotor, Montenegro - Dubrovnik, Croatia |
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Day 8 ~ Sunday Dubrovnik, Croatia Disembarkation after breakfast, 9 a.m. |
FROM DUBROVNIK, CROATIA to ATHENS GREECE (ONE WAY CRUISE)
2022 Sailing dates:
8 July (m/s Panorama)
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Day 1 ~ Friday Dubrovnik, Croatia - Kotor, Montenegro |
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Day 2 ~ Saturday Kotor - Budva, Montenegro |
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Day 3 ~ Sunday Saranda, Albania - Corfu, Greece |
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Day 4 ~ Monday Corfu - Paxi, Greece |
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Day 5 ~ Tuesday Paxi - Kefalonia, Greece |
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Day 6 ~ Wednesday Kefalonia - Ithaca, Greece |
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Day 7 ~ Thursday Corinth Canal crossing - Aegina, Greece |
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Day 8 ~ Sunday Marina Zea, Athens |
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m/y CallistoThe Callisto is a 50 m / 164 ft mega yacht which complies with the latest SOLAS regulations for international cruises. Her state of the art twin stabilizers allow for safe and comfortable cruising. Launched in 2000, she was fully refitted in 2016. She accommodates up to 34 passengers in 17 twin or double cabins and is maintained and serviced by 17 professional crew members. m/y Callisto is of the "boutique" category of cruiser, and offers the highest standard of accommodation, comfort and safety. |
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m/s PanoramaThe M/S PANORAMA is a 54 meter elegant motor sailer accommodating just 49 passengers in 24 outside cabins. She was launched in 1993 and was last renovated in summer 2019. This state of the art sail cruiser has performed several Atlantic Ocean crossings: she has sailed from the Seychelles to Monte Carlo and from the Black Sea to Cuba, and offers the highest standards of accommodation, comfort and safety. The vessel complies with the most stringent SOLAS safety regulations. Service on board is provided by your Captain, the Cruise Coordinator and your experienced Marine and Hotel crew members. Service will be attentive or unobtrusive according to your preference and priority is always given to the safety and comfort of passengers. Organized excursions are available for most ports of call and can be pre-booked or reserved 24 hours in advance. |
2022 CRUISE FARES PER PERSON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
CAT | Cabins | Euro | USD |
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C Lower deck (Callisto & Panorama) | Twin bed cabins (Callisto) Twin or Double cabins (Panorama) |
€2100 | $2490 |
B Lower deck (Callisto & Panorama) | Twin bed cabins (Callisto) Twin or Double cabins (Panorama) |
€2250 €2600 |
$2690 $3090 |
A Main deck (Callisto) A Main or Upper deck (Panorama) |
Twin or Double bed cabins (Callisto & Panorama) |
€3150 |
$3790 $3990 |
P Main deck (Callisto only) | Twin or Double bed cabins | €3350 | $3990 |
Single Supplement | CAT C & B cabins CAT A & P cabins |
+50% +75% |
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3rd Person in shared cabin |
Valid for Category C & B (Callisto) |
- 30% | |
Port charges | Per person | €350 | $420 |
*USD prices for USA, MEXICO & JAPAN countries. Euro prices for rest of the world.
Children policy/Family offer
- SINGLE parent with 1 or max. 2 children in same cabin: The parent pays Single cruise fare & children cruise for FREE
- COUPLE with 1 child sharing the same cabin: No charge for the child up to 10 years old, 50% reduction for the child 11-17 years old
- COUPLE with 2 or 3 (regardless of age) children: Both cabins will be charged at Single rate (single adult rate)
- Discounts which only apply for the children (5-17 years old): 25% reduction on all optional excursions
Conditions & Restrictions for the Family offers:
- They apply for children 5-17 years old
- They are valid for new bookings only
- They are on request and on first come-first served basis
- “Special Family offer” to be mentioned at the time of booking so that the discounted rates will apply for the reservation. Otherwise, Full rates will apply
- No reduction offered on port taxes which are additional for all participant.
- They cannot be combined with any existing or future early bird discounts or special offers including Club exclusive offers
- Standard payment and cancellation policies apply
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 main meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a Local Themed Night, fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain`s Dinner.
- Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral water free all day.
- Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability).
- English-speaking 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 charge)
Notes:
- Swim Stops & Beach Barbeques are weather permitting.
- Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of the cruise operator and of the Vessel`s Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- or 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 the cruise company guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.
- The Company reserves the right to substitute the vessel due to breakdown or mechanical failure.
The Variety Cruises passion remains unchanged since 1968: an alchemy that blends enriching oneself educationally and exploring the true identity of a destination, while enjoying the comforts and unique benefits of a small ship sailing the seas.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard one of our ships soon and discover the world the Variety Cruises way.
OVERVIEW
Variety Cruises is one of the leading yacht cruise lines worldwide, operating a fleet of 11 fully owned vessels offering travelers the ultimate Boutique Yacht Cruise experience. With capacities ranging from 5 to 36 cabins, Variety Cruises’ upscale yachts and experiential cruise itineraries embrace each destination by visiting much-loved and unfrequented ports of call in a private, intimate and relaxed environment.
THE VARIETY CRUISES DIFFERENCE
- Private Yacht Cruise Experience, with up to 72 fellow passengers
- Boutique-size yachts that dock right in the heart of destinations that large ships cannot reach
- Carefully crafted itineraries focused on the destination
- Ample leisure time in each port including overnights
- Mediterranean fusion cuisine with a strong local influence depending on the destination
- Personalized service on board provided by experienced and finely trained crew
- Small group shore excursions – Immersion in the destination
- Swim platforms allowing guests to enter the crystal clear waters on spot and swim or experience snorkeling, kayaking, SUP and more
- Yacht Deck Barbecues & Private Events on board and ashore
AWARDS & ACCOLADES:
Some of Variety Cruises’ industry nomination highlights:
- Tourism Awards 2019: Gold Award for “Responsible and Sustainable Tourism”
- Cruise Critic Cruisers’ choice 2018: “Best Cruise Line in Eastern Mediterranean”
- Tourism Awards 2017: Gold Award in “Small Ship Cruising in Greece”
- USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards 2016: “World’s Best Boutique Cruise Line”
- CruiseCritic.Com 2015: In the top 15 Small Ship Cruise Lines and “Best in Yacht Cruises”
- CruiseCritic.Com: “Best Small Ship Cruise Line in the Scenic Nature”
With more than 400 bed capacity on board 11 vessels, Variety Cruises is the largest Mega Yachts operator in the Mediterranean and one of the top 3 worldwide in the Small Ship market.
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