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The Aegean Mosaic Cruises –2016
7 nights / 8 days From Athens to Istanbul, or reverse
On board the 36-cabin Mega Yacht Variety Voyager
The Cruise
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/ just off the Main Lounge, offers a
variety of books and magazines.
Dining Room: Located on the Horizons deck, 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 dining room, 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 a “a la minute cooking” section.
The Oceans Bar & Lounge”: Located on the Sun Deck, the open Bar and 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 also provides 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 Oceans 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 feature 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.
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Aegean Mosaic - Athens to Istanbul Journey
Day
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PLACE
Athens Marina Zeas
Cape Sounio
Ios Manganari
Beach
Santorini
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
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.
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
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
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
Samos
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
We reach the quaint port of Pythagorion. Overnight in port
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.
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.
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Dikili
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Canakkale
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PROGRAM
Embarkation 3- 4 pm - Sailing at 4.30 pm to Cape Sounio
ISTANBUL
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.
Arrival in port early morning- Disembarkation 8 to 9.30 am
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Aegean Mosaic - Istanbul to Athens Journey
Day
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PLACE
ISTANBUL
PROGRAM
Embarkation 3- 4 pm - Sailing at 4.30 pm to Canakkale - Overnight at sea
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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
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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 Kusadasi. Overnight at sea.
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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. Afternoon sailing
to Samos.
Samos
We reach the quaint port of Pythagorion. Opportunity for a late afternoon swim. Overnight
in port.
Morning sailing to a secluded beach in Arki or Lipsi Islands
Arrival at breakfast time for a relaxing morning swim. After lunch we sail to nearby
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
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
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
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.
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Samos
Arki or Lipsi
Islands
Patmos
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Delos
Mykonos
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Ios Manganari
Beach
Santorini
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Athens Marina Zeas
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
Arrival in port early morning- Disembarkation 8 to 9.30 am
Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of the Cruise Company 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 the Cruise Company guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for
their flights.
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AEGEAN MOSAIC CRUISE 2016
On the M/Y VARIETY VOYAGER
SAILINGS DATES & OFFICIAL GROSS US $ RATES PER
PERSON
ISTANBUL TO ATHENS
SAILINGS
2016
June 25
ATHENS TO ISTANBUL
SAILINGS
2016
July 16
August 27
CABIN CATEGORIES
IN DBL/TWIN
Cat C
Lower Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
Cat B
Lower & Main Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
Cat A
Main Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
Cat P
Upper Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
Owner's Suite
Upper Deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
$3,190
Single Supplement
50%
3rd person in Cat B.
$ 2,653
$ 1.895
$ 2,463.5
$ 3,633
$ 2,595
$ 3,373.5
$ 380
Children 7-10 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat B.
Children 10-16 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat. B.
3rd person in Cat P.
Children 7-10 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat. P.
Children 10-16 years old in triple cabin w/2 adults in Cat. P.
Port Charges
A/ Cruise fares are per person and week and include
$3,790
$4,190
$5,190
$6,490
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.
 English-Speaking Cruise Escort.
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Not included:
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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)
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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 one of the company’s ships provided passengers have
spent their honeymoon on board a Company Cruise ship.
 Automatic access to the Company 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/ 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.
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.