Welcome on board. Meet your fellow explorers, and enjoy a welcome drink together before we sail back in time, into Greece's fascinating past. First we're heading for Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece. Known for forts, fortresses and castles, it's also one of the most beautiful cities in the Peloponnese. Dinner on board and overnight in port.
History lovers, rejoice. The past is your oyster today. We'll spend a full day in Nafplion with various optional tours. Visit the famous healing sanctuary and theatre at Ancient Epidaurus, the Lion's Gate and Agamemnon Tomb in the mythical kingdom of Mycenae, or meander through colourful Argolis with its neoclassical houses. Greece is our specialty, so tell us your interests and let our experts recommend tailored excursions. Dinner and overnight sail to Gythion.
Welcome to Monemvasia, a castle town nicknamed 'Gibraltar of the East'. One look and you'll understand why. Today, our on board archaeologist will reveal the secrets and history of the mediaeval fortified town, birthplace to Greek poet Giannis Ritsos. Explore the Byzantine and Venetian architecture in a setting flowing with natural beauty. Afternoon departure to Isthmia. Dinner on board and overnight at sea.
Spend the day in Gythion, the ancient base of Spartans. Feed your imagination by visiting the abandoned fortifications and underground lakes at Mani Peninsula - once a stomping ground for the native warriors. Or explore the Dirou Caves, dripping in stalactites and hidden for more than 4000 years until its discovery in the 60s. As evening arrives we'll come together to share tales from the day and enjoy dinner on board. Overnight at sea.
Morning arrival in Plyos, a picture-perfect seaside town. It's the site of many modern history naval battles, one of which - the battle of Navarino in 1827 - led to Greek independence two years later. In the afternoon, join us on an optional tour to the Palace of Nestor, a spectacularly well-preserved Mycenaean Palace: it even houses a bathtub supposedly used by King Nestor himself. Nearby Chora is home to an archeological museum housing 3000 years of history. Dinner on board and an overnight sail to Katakolon.
Katakolon is the perfect jumping point for an optional trip to one of the most important sites in ancient Greek history - Olympia. This is the site where the Olympic Games were born. Back then, they were pan-hellenic and a way to worship Zeus. The most thrilling site here is of course the ancient Olympic stadium, which stands much the same as it has done for 2000 years. But you'll also discover the Temple of Zeus, The Temple of Hera, the palaestra - an ancient Greek wrestling stadium, and a wonderfully informative museum. Dinner on board.
Breakfast on board before we head to land, more specifically to Isthmia. This was the home of the Isthmian Games held in antiquity to honour God of the sea, Poseidon. Athletic and musical competitions were held, including wrestling and pentathlon, equestrian and chariot, poetry and rhetoric. From Isthmia join our optional tour to Delhpi to learn about one of the most important oracles in the classical world. Oracles aside, Delphi is well worth the trip for the views - it's carved into a mountain with panoramic views. Enjoy lunch at leisure before a bus ride to Marina Zea, where we rejoin the ship for our Signature Captain's Farewell Dinner. Overnight in Marina Zea.
Breakfast and goodbyes. We hope to sea you again soon!
Imagine 157 feet of comfort, old style beauty, and safety classified by the latest International "Safety of Life at Sea" (SOLAS) standards. Imagine your floating home on board the sleek, classic design Mega Yacht as she spreads her white sails through the seas under the name GALILEO, waving her Greek flag through the wind.
Discover the world by sea at 11 knots per hour, in her un-rushed pace, one island or seashore at a time. Galileo loves to seduce her select 49 guests with her classic lines and wood paneled lounges redefining what yachting was meant to be.
A spacious lounge with ample space, dining areas decorated with warm colors, rich library and two decks for sunbathing, shaded areas and outdoor bar and loungers are just some of the elements that define her essence. 360° views of unobstructed ocean are your eyes' canvas painted with ocean blue and deep green mountains.
Embrace freedom as the Galileo sets her white sails seduced by the clear winds of the sea. Mingle with likeminded travelers in our public areas, enjoy a moment to yourself in our ample deck space, or retreat to one of our 24 ocean view cabin-sanctuaries all offering portholes connecting you with mother nature’s wonders.
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