Named after a mythical king, it's no wonder that Kynthos feels like a fairy tale. With its rolling golden hills, charming stone huts, and absolute serenity, you couldn’t wish for a better escape in the Cyclades. The port of Merichas welcomes you in with its relaxing buzz and bright waterside cafes. Visit villages and caves and wander the colorful close-knit streets of Hora with their painted walls, local frescoes, and windmills. On the northern side, charter guests can seek steaming hot springs in Loutra, and with more than a hundred beaches to choose from, when it comes to sun and sand, you will be spoilt for choice.
Mykonos is one of the most luxurious Greek islands, with countless resorts and many great restaurants and bars. Mykonos is famous for the glamour of its nightlife, the island's main attraction after its plethora of beautiful beaches. Anchor off "Little Venice," the charming seaside neighborhood with its row of waterfront cafes overlooking the sea, and stop at the Folklore Museum and the Archeological Museum. Shop by day or enjoy a sunset cocktail in one of the glamorous Mykonos bars.
Another paradise for lovely, fine-sand beaches is Paros, situated south of Mykonos. The quaint little harbour is full of fishermen's houses and Athenian retreats. Paros, much like Mykonos, is a windsurfing paradise and home to windsurfing championships. Travel inland to The Valley of the Butterflies, where you'll see thousands of Tiger Moth butterflies fluttering their wings in summer. Stay on the sister island of Antiparos for a peaceful anchorage, where there are several beaches and a spectacular Cave of Antiparos with its stalactites and stalagmites dating back 45 million years!
Ios is one of the most popular islands in Greece and known for its wonderfully vibrant nightlife and party scene. This isn't all its known for though, and this charming island will captivate you with its amazing views, whitewashed houses, cobblestone alleys and clifftop villages. The island's beautiful beaches are considered some of the best in Greece. You are spoiled for choice, with quiet, secluded bays or the more lively beaches dotted with trendy bars and watersports activities.
One of the most photographed Greek islands and famed for its sunsets, white cubist architecture, and dazzling blue domes - Santorini is the picture child of a summer yacht charter. Utterly spectacular at every turn, a visit to Santorini showcases rich archeological sites, impressive colored cliffs, tiny fishing villages flanked by gin-clear waters, and even the chance to see The Greek Pompeii. Other must-see sights for charter guests include the rarity of Red Beach with its ochre sands and rust-colored cliffs. Visit the boutiques and beautiful restaurants of the caldera towns of Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Fira, sip and swirl at one of the boutique wineries, and fall in love a thousand times with spellbinding Santorini.
Wedged between two cosmopolitan islands, Folegandros has managed to stay relatively untouched by tourism and keeps its natural charm. Soaring cliffs, photogenic churches perched high, cut caves, and waters teeming with rich anemones, colorful sponges, and baby corals make Folegandros a must-see destination. Charter guests should be sure to see the Church of Penagia with its zigzag path climbing the mountains and offering iconic views across the blue. The clifftop village of Hora is rich with character, and the beaches are pristine with clear waters and fine pebbles and sands.
Serifos Island boasts typical Cycladic architecture is dotted with little whitewashed houses and churches that contrast with the wild natural landscape of the island. This off-the-beaten-track island is ideal for relaxing holidays as it has not been affected by overdevelopment. The capital, Serifos Chora, is undoubtedly one of the Cyclades' most beautiful capitals! Travelers fill the paved narrow alleys of Chora to stroll and have a drink at the island's bars after spending their day on the idyllic Serifos beaches.
Pretty Poros is a must-see delight in the Sardonic Gulf. With its delectable seafood offerings, fragrant lemon and pine forests, and ancient temple for Poseidon, you get the perfect fill of culture, food, and scenery to feed all your Greek dreams. The picturesque Poros town is a must-see, with its neoclassical buildings perched on the Poros Strait. Charter guests should be sure to see the iconic clock tower for incredible harbor views, along with the Folk Museum for a fascinating glance into the domestic past of Greece. Churches, monasteries, and temples are all ripe for picking when it comes to how to spend your afternoons.
Athens is all beauty and grit, history and the here and now - an eclectic combo that makes for a fascinating city stay. Under the shadow of the imposing Acropolis, Athens takes its place in the history books seriously. Home to temples and tales, the capital has been around since the 5th century, and unraveling its onion-like skin serves up ancient mythology, byzantine delights, ottoman edges, and an urban modern appeal that gives it its modern buzz. The Acropolis is a must for charter guests wanting to marvel at one of the best examples of Greek antiquity. Art lovers can swoon at the National Museum of Contemporary Art, and antique hunters will get their fill at the ancient neighborhood of Monastiraki with its rooftop bars and sprawling market scenes.