Cyclade Islands and Saronic Gulf DELUXE by Bike + Boat

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Tour profile / Level 2-3

Exclusive e-bike tours for island hoppers with a good level of fitness. The tours, including the altitude difference, can be easily mastered by e-bike (23-35 km with 400 - 700 m elevation gain per day). All bike tours require participants to have a certain basic level of fitness and to be able to control the bike safely. There is always enough time to complete the tours. Our tour guides will inform you in detail each day about the level of difficulty of the planned daily tour.

The tours are designed as guided e-bike tours. In principle, nothing stands in the way of individual e-bike tours after prior consultation with our tour guides and the selection of a suitable route.

Day 1: Athens

Individual arrival in Athens (Marina Zeas/Piraeus for Thalassa or Marina Alimos/Palaia Faliro for Erato). Check-in from 2 pm. Dinner on board and overnight stay in Athens.

  • Extension module Athen- PRE- or POST tour available

    Extension Module Athens (pre- or post tour available)

    Included Services:

    • 2 nights in a 3 or 4 star hotel
    • Entrance to the Archeological parc Athens including Akropolis
    • 1 evening meal in the Tavern "To Kafeneion" excl. drinks
    • 1 guided city tour Athens: either e-bike tour, delicacies tour or mystical walk
    • Transfers airport - Hotel + Hotel - boat

    Prices see under "Dates and Prices"

  • Extension module Santorini: PRE- or POST tour

    Extension Module Santorini (bookable pre- and post tour)

    Inclusive services:

    • 3 overnight stays in a 3-star boutique hotel
    • Breakfast
    • Including transfers between the airport or ferry port of Santorini and the hotel
    • Choice of a guided kayak tour, an E-Bike tour or culinaric Caldera-hiking
    • Brochure with recommended activities in Santorini

    Prices see under "dates and prices"

Day 2: Kythnos Island, approx. 25 km

Early in the morning the boat takes you to Kythnos Island, which was famous for its cheese and honey since ancient times. The first cycling tour, which starts in the harbour of Merichas and first leads us to the capital Chora, offers lots of scenic views to the coastline. Chora is an appealing village, situated on a high plateau. Its angular alleys are decorated with painted flowers and geometric patterns. From there today’s cycle tour leads us to Driopida, a picturesque village. Afterwards we return to Merichas, where we can spend the evening in one of the cosy tavernas.

Day 3: Seriphos Island – Syros island, approx. 28 km

In the morning, your boat will take you to Seriphos, a small, off-the-beaten-track island with deep valleys, numerous bays and many beautiful sandy beaches. From the port town of Livadi, you cycle along a serpentine road to the main town of Seriphos, whose cube-shaped houses climb up a mountain ridge high above the sea. Continue through untouched countryside to the monastery of St. Michael the Archangel, which dates back to Byzantine times. You return to Livadi on a panoramic road along the east coast and cross over to the nearby island of Syros.

Day 4: Syros Island, approx. 34 km

The town of Ermoupolis on Syros is the capital of the Cyclades and offers an unforgettable sight from the moment you arrive. Built on two hills, the town’s distinctly urban character sets it apart from the other Cycladic towns. Pastel-colored houses, many with neoclassical facades, characterize the cityscape. Cycle along the bay-rich coast through the entire south of the island and finally past the monastery of St. Barbara back to Ermoupolis. Continue to Kea in the afternoon.

Day 5: Kea Island, approx. 25 km

Our starting point for exploring the northwestern-most inhabited Cycladic island is the beautiful natural harbor of Korissia. From here we cycle uphill to the capital of the island, Ioulis before continuing on to the white sand beach, Otzias where we can take a refreshing swim stop. Afterwards we return by bike to Korissia. In the afternoon we take a boats crossing to Poros in the Saronic Gulf. The harbor city of Poros is truly spectacular, its iconic clock tower juts out above the rest of the town, and provides a true Greek island atmosphere for a relaxing evening.

Day 6: Poros Island, approx. 23 km

Today we start with a bike tour from Poros City to the Zoodochos Pigis monastery from the 18th century. Afterwards we ride almost once around the island which once Poseidon himself possessed. Shortly before the end of the tour we arrive at Russian Bay, a sandy beach with turquoise blue water which we cannot resist but to swim in. Back in Poros City the boat waits on us with a delicious midday meal during the cruise to Aegina.

Day 7: Ägina Island, approx. 35 km

The Island of Aegina is known far beyond the Greek borders for its incredible pistachio nuts! Today’s bike tour takes us up to the sanctuary of Aphaia. The incredibly well preserved temple towers high above the blue of the sea in the single point of Aegina where the Aegean Sea can be seen on both sides. On our way back we cycle across the middle of the island past the monastery of Nektarios all the way to Aegina City where we board the boat for our last cruise back to Piraeus. We enjoy a last evening meal on board together in the company of friends, guides and crew and reflect on the wonderful experiences of the week.

Day 8: Athens

You disembark after breakfast on board followed by individual departure or you may extend your stay in Athens.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Cyclades are relatively susceptible to wind. Normally this results in only a minor modification of the tour route. However by strong wind conditions the travel route may markedly differ from the planned route. Our substitute tour leads you for the entire week into the Saronic Gulf, one of the most historic regions of Greece: We cross between the Greek mainland and the Peloponnesian and discover the islands of Aegina, Poros, Hydra, Spetses and the Methana peninsula. A highlight of this journey is a visit to the ancient Epidauros with the best preserved theatre in Greece.

Services

  • 8-day-trip on a three-masted motor yacht with a crew

  • 7 nights in cabin  with shower/WC

  • 5x half-board and 2x full-board on the ship

  • Drinking water

  • English speaking tour guide

  • Guided cycling tours on the different islands as described in itinerary

  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites 

  • Overview-maps for the daily tours on board

  • Bed linen and towels

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

    Season / Period
    Type
    S1   02.05. - 09.05.25
    MV ERATO
    S2   09.05. - 16.05.25
    MV ERATO
    S2   16.05. - 23.05.25
    MV ERATO
    S3   23.05. - 30.05.25
    MV ERATO
    S3   30.05. - 06.06.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   06.06. - 13.06.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   13.06. - 20.06.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   29.08. - 05.09.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   05.09. - 12.09.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   12.09. - 19.09.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   19.09. - 26.09.25
    MV ERATO
    S4   26.09. - 03.10.25
    MV ERATO
    S3   03.10. - 10.10.25
    MV ERATO

    Extras

    Discounts
    Kids up to 16,99 years in double cabin -200
       
    Bikes and equipment
    E-Bike 245
    Insurance E-Bike 30
    Rental helmet (to be reserved!) free
       
    Additional nights/ additional programs*
    Additional night Athens on request
    Module 3 days Athens  
          3* (dbl/sgl) 550/770
          4* (dbl/sgl) 650/870
    Module 4 days Santorini  
          3* Standard S1 (dbl/sgl) 670/1090
          3* Standard S2 (dbl/sgl) 790/1230
          3* Deluxe S1 (dbl/sgl) 750/1190
          3* Deluxe S2 (dbl/sgl) 870/1320
       
    Transfers
    Transfer Airport Athens - Ship on request
    Transfer Athens Hotel - Ship on request
       
    Other extras
    Special diet (vegan, lactose or gluten free) to be reserved, payable on spot 70

     

    *Seasons for additional programs
    S1: April-June + October, S2: July-September


    Best - Price - Guarantee

    If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
    All prices per person in EUR

    Ship

    Welcome on board!

    On this tour you will be accommodated in our premium ships Thalassa or Erato. Enjoy the ride!


    THALASSA

    The Thalassa is a three-mast motor yacht built as traditional Turkish gullet. A ship with best equipment, which combines pure elegance with greatest comfort. With its towering masts, this proud ship is a real eye-catcher in any harbour. The saloon and guest cabins are spacious. >>more


    ERATO

    The elegant motor sailer Erato offers all the comfort and luxury for unique and unforgettable adventures by bike and boat in Greece. Named after the ancient muse of poetry, the yacht painted in Bordeaux red magically attracts the eyes. You will immediately feel at home in the cabins clad in fine teak wood and the cozy salon. >>more

    Bicycle

    Rental E-bikes incl. Panniers

    Our e-bikes are high-quality pedelecs, which are characterized by a relatively low weight and good equipment. With an e-bike, even steep inclines can be climbed almost effortlessly. So now cyclists with different fitness levels can go on tours together! 

    Please note that we can only provide hire bikes for people over 1.50 metres tall. If you don’t want to go without your own saddle or clipless pedals, you are welcome to bring them with you and have them fitted to your hire bike by your tour guide on site.


    Additional insurance

    Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike (not covered: intentional damage). See price list for details, to be payed in advance!

    Useful

    Arrival - Parking - Departure

    Arrival by plane

    Airport: Athens (ATH)
    Travelling by plane is the fastest, cheapest and most comfortable way to get to Greece. All flights are non-smoking flights. There is a time difference of 1 hour (Greece is an hour ahead of Central Europe).

    Transfer

    See via "Dates and Prices". Reservation necessary.


    Participants

    Minimum: 14
    Maximum: 18


    Additional information

    Helmets
    It is mandatory to wear a helmet when on a bike on all tours.Please take care of that and bring your own, fitting helmet with you!

    Bringing Children
    We believe that only children in a good physical condition and of a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the bike tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bike is 1,30m and for an e-bike 1,50m

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    Both the Cyclades Island tour as well as the Athens extension tour was excellent. We had two tour guides with us at all times. They were knowledgeable with the history and culture....B.A. 09/21
    5,9 29.12.2021 | Brent A. Cyclade Islands and Saronic Gulf by Bike + Boat

    Cyclade Islands - Greece

    Everything went well. The Island Hopping ship crew were great company
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 6
    • Per-Tour information 6
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
    • Route-character 6
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
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    5,7 24.09.2021 | Brent A. Cyclade Islands and Saronic Gulf by Bike + Boat

    Athens extension and Cyclades Tour

    Both the Cyclades Island tour as well as the Athens extension tour was excellent. We had two tour guides with us at all times. They were knowledgeable with the history and culture.
    • Overall satisfaction 6
    • Booking handling 5
    • Travel documents 6
    • Per-Tour information 5
    • Accomodation 6
    • Board 6
    • Route description 6
    • On-site assistance 6
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    5,2 01.06.2018 | Arlette V. Cyclade Islands by Bike + Boat

    An overview of Greek islands with people from different countries.

    This first experience to travel with a little boat was very pleasant but we had some difficulties during the cycling part of the trip with people using Ebike (They do not understand the way to cycle together, they change their speed in the middle of the ...
    • Overall satisfaction 5
    • Booking handling 6
    • Travel documents 5
    • Per-Tour information 5
    • Accomodation 5
    • Board 5
    • Route description 5
    • On-site assistance 5
    • Route-character 5
    • Bicycle + equipment 6
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