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eet the newest member of our sailing family, the Greek Sailing! Explorers seeking new territory will love this trip to the Saronic coast hotspots, visiting little known gems like Hydra, Nafplio & Aegina. Sun seekers will love life on board our boat, where swim stops & sunshine are endless. All aboard!
concept GREEK SAILING
Itinerary & Sightseeing
How much & when
hydra
Summer 2014 Code: CCGS Start Athens
Finish Athens
Trip A$ pp*
Food Fund A$ pp*
Port Taxes A$ pp*
Total Cost A$ pp*
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1299 1325 1325 1325 1415 1425 1425 1415 1415 1349 1349
60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60
40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40
1399 1425 1425 1425 1515 1525 1525 1515 1515 1449 1449
8 days
backstage pass
2014 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
24 7 21 5 12 19 26 23 30 6 13
31 14 28 12 19 26 2 30 6 13 20
Your Backstage Pass includes all this & more in your trip price: 7 nights two berth accommodation on a sailing yacht - exclusive to Contiki 7 meals: 7 breakfasts A dedicated on-board skipper Port & visitors taxes
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
Day 1: Athens to Perdika It all begins in Athens! First you’ll meet your Skipper & Contiki team, then board the yacht & set sail to the stunning Perdika. This little fishing village is a great way to start the trip & indulge in traditional Greek food as you get to know your sailing buddies. Day 2: Perdika to Hydra Next up: Hydra, an island renowned for its beauty & is bound to impress. En route we will pass some small islands & have some swim stops to cool off in the heat. On arrival, discover as much as you can on foot or donkey, as this little paradise is vehicle free. Wander the cathedrals & monasteries found here, eat some seafood by the water, take a dip in the ocean & get social! (B) Day 3 Hydra to Plaka, Leonidion Leave Hydra early in the morning and set sail to Cape Korakas (Crow) for a lunch/ swim stop off the Argolis coast. Then sail south towards the Peloponessus coast, where Plaka of Leonidion is found. A quiet little village with hospitable residents is our next stop. (B)
Day 5: Nafplio to Spetses Today, stop for a swim at Zogeria Bay. With a population of just over 4,000 people, this littleisland offers relaxation the way the Greeks do it best! Enjoy some chill-out time on the beach or indulge in an icy Frappuccino to cool off as you wander through the quite streets, maybe by ahorse-drawn carriage. With boutiques &loads to explore, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Next on the list, Spetes. (B) Day 6 Spetses to Poros Swim at Kounoupi islet and Dhokos to let the basking continue as you stop for a few swimming sessions before docking up in Poros - with its pine, lemon & olive trees dotting the landscape. Pick up some olive oil to take home, or just roll out your towel at Kanali beach & pop into a local tavern for
lunch, or head to Askeli for some beachside volleyball. Enjoy every second until the sunsets, then make the most of the night. (B)
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of A$1299 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 2:30pm in Athens & ends approx. 9:00am in Athens. You will need to bring your own towel. Luggage is limited to a small backpack. For earlybird deals go to contiki.com.au/earlybirds & for more ways to save see p.27. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.171. For travel insurance see p.173.
EXPERIENCE SAILING IN greece • Stay on a modern sailing yacht - exclusive to Contiki • Breakfast daily • Two-person berths with bathrooms on-board • Use of on-board gear like snorkels & goggles
Day 7: Poros to Aegina Today we will be heading to another beauty…Aegina! Sail past the uninhabited Moni island on the way, its crystal light blue water & beautiful beaches are utter perfection! Once we’ve dropped anchor in Aegina, make the most of your last night out. (B) Day 8: Aegina to Athens We pull up the anchor one last time as we head back to Athens. This means it’s time to start saying farewell to the crew, swap contact details & reflect on the trip. (B) Please note: You will help in preparing breakfast, keeping the boat clean & assist in sailing.
Day 4: Plaka to Nafplio Get the cameras ready for photo ops in Nafplio, and try delicious local food on its beautiful cobbled streets. Find the local markets & sample some food or hit the shops. If historical fortresses or amazing views are your thing, check out the Palamidi Fortress citadel & Akronafplia fortress… worth the walk! (B)
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