Known for its fascinating mythology, Greece is also very popular with holidaymakers for its heavenly side. Clear waters, pleasant climate and breathtaking scenery, we can only fall under the spell of the charming islands that compose it. What better way than to sail according to our desires, and even better, on caiques, these traditional wooden boats from the long Greek maritime tradition to discover them? Heliades travel agency offers 3 types of cruises to visit Greece like you've never had the opportunity.

  • Cruise Pearl Cyclades Caique from Paros or Santorini:

For you, the holidays rhyme with calm and voluptuousness, with some visits envisaged in the program? We have what you need. We begin with the discovery of the beautiful and no less famous island of Santorini, the only Cycladic island of volcanic origin with that of Milos, to discover its volcano and its black sand beaches. We then continue our visit by the districts of Fira and Oia, main tourist centers of the island.

Then we take the opportunity to sail in the Small Cyclades, otherwise known as Minor Islands, an archipelago made up of six islands: Iraklia, Schinoussa, Donoussa, Kato and Pano Koufonissia, and finally Keros. Finally, we go to the discovery of Delos, sacred island of Apollo and certainly one of the most beautiful ancient sites of Greece. What alternating relaxation and discovery: the perfect holiday program in short.

Budget:

Around 1299 € for 8d / 7n from Saturday 26/08/2017

Around 1399 € for 8d / 7n from Saturday 02/09/2017

Around 1279 € for 8d / 7n from saturday 30/09/2017

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  • Cruise in the archipelago of the Ionian Islands in Caicos from Corfu

For all those looking to discover the shores of the Ionian Sea, we opt for a cruise that combines nature, relaxation and art, between Corfu and Kefalonia. We take the opportunity to fall in love with the island of Skorpios, an oasis of greenery, known to be the former stronghold of Onassis and we go swimming on the small island of Atokos, sublime with its white cliffs completely covered with vegetation.

The island of Ithaca, kingdom of Ulysses in Greek mythology, is also a must, if only to discover its waters, certainly the clearest in all Greece. We also attack the largest of the Ionian Islands: Kefalonia, famous for its abysses and incredible reliefs. The ride continues with the visit of the island of Lefkada, known for its mountainous terrain and lush vegetation, and that of Antipaxos, a small island with an area of ​​5 km² virtually uninhabited. We end the visit by the island of Corfu, both Italian and Greek, a real highlight of the show with its exceptional landscape, inexplicable charm.

Budget:

Around 1179 € for 8d / 7n from 10/09/2017

Around 1199 € for 8d / 7n from 17/09/2017

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  • Active sailing cruise from Santorini

In search of adventures? It is time to take the sails to discover the exceptional Cyclades, this archipelago which includes nearly 250 islands and islets. The opportunity to discover Greece while sailing, for holidays both fun and sports. We sail in the Caldera, the famous submerged crater of Santorini, then we go to the discovery of Folegandros and the small port of Karavostasi. To cool off, enjoy the secret coves and their crystal clear waters and end our visit by the island of Amorgos, the easternmost of the Cyclades Islands, famous for its monastery on the mountainside. A perfectly balanced program, between discovery and physical activity.

Budget:

Around 1149 € for 8d / 7n from 27/08/2017

Around 1069 € for 8d / 7n from 01/10/2017

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