7 Night Itinerary Around the Greek Islands of the Cyclades

Saturday: After getting settled in on the boat, having a refreshing aperitif and getting acquainted with the captain, you will be our guest when we take the tram from Alimos marina and if you like, we’ll direct you to one of the best places to shop for unique items, and then dinner is on us at an authentic taverna in the Plaka quarter.

Sunday: We start on the island of Kea, once a haven for pirates. Kea is still relatively undiscovered, which means you get to experience an “authentic” Greek island, unspoiled, rugged and full of ancient temples, ruins and beautiful, uncrowded beaches.

Must see: Giant stone lion who smiles as he looks down on the hills he has guarded since before the days of Socrates...

Monday/Tuesday: Next we sail to Mykonos for 2 days of glitz and glamour, which is why so many celebrities own second homes and spend their vacations here. The south side of Mykonos offers miles of white sandy beaches (including nude and gay beaches) and is a mecca for shopping and fine international dining, and you can dance till dawn in your choice of clubs. Mykonos also offers some of the most spectacular diving spots in the Med.

Must see: The Aegean Maritime Museum and the Archaeological Museum (which has on permanent exhibit a 7th-century BC storage jar, decorated with scenes of the Trojan war, and a trip to the neighboring island of Delos, to the archaeological site (covered in white marble) which rivals Olympia and Delphi on the mainland.

Wednesday: Then it’s on to Syros which is a living museum waiting to be explored. The city of Hermoupolis (named after the Greek God Hermes - the God of commerce) is the capital of the Cyclades islands and is an authentic 19th century city that offers Neoclassical buildings, rock walls that have been battered by the waves for centuries, and a fascinating section of the city known as Vaporia (the ‘Sea Captain’s quarter’), where you’ll discover elegant white mansions that seem to rise up out of the sea.

Don’t miss: eating freshly grilled octopus with a drink of Ouzo in an authentic Greek taverna.

Thursday: Our next port of call is Kythnos, a volcanic island that is both barren and rugged and offers more than 70 beaches - many of which are inaccessible except by boat… Chora is the capital and it’s worth a visit to see this medieval village and its Church of the Trinity.

Must See: The Village of Loutra (which is about 4.5 km from the capital city of Chora), famous for its hot springs where people have come to bathe in the healing waters and be cured of what ailed them for centuries.

Friday: And finally, we sail to Cape Sounion and the breathtaking Temple of Poseidon, one of the most visited and photographed ancient wonders in Greece… The temple, which sits 60 meters above the headland and surrounded by water on three sides. The temple was dedicated to the Greek God Poseidon. A little further down you can discover the ruins of another ancient temple, this one dedicated to the Goddess Athena.

Don’t miss: It’s not an exaggeration to say that some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world
are seen here.

Saturday: Disembarkation at 10:00 a.m. Where we’ll be sorry to see you go, but look forward to your return.

A little information about the Cyclades Islands:

The Cyclades islands are the central group of islands in the Aegean Sea, and there are 21 large islands and 20 small islands, all forming a kind of ring around the rocky island of Delos (the word ‘cycle’ means ring in Greek).

In addition to being some of the most beautiful and most-visited islands in Greece, the Cyclades have a rich and fascinating historical significance as well, dating back to the times of antiquity. Thanks to archaeological excavations we know that several of the islands have been inhabited since the early Cycladic period, and the ruins, relics and riches left behind are the source of endless speculation and discussion about the lifestyle, culture and art of the people who first lived, loved and worked here.

During your cruise with Seapaths, (especially if you choose the 14 night cruise) you will have the opportunity to explore the art, culture and living history of ancient Cyclades that few others ever get to… You’ll also enjoy the beautiful beaches (the black sand beaches at Santorini are extraordinary), the white-washed houses and mansions, typical windmills, small taverns featuring delicious authentic Greek food and wines, the narrow stepped streets, museums, water sports, and fabulous shopping.