Your Greek Journey Begins July 13–July 21, 2028

I’m delighted to invite you on a journey through Greece that brings together ancient history, iconic islands, hidden corners of the Cyclades, intimate cruising, and time to simply enjoy being at sea. We’ll begin with a night in Athens before boarding the Elysium for a voyage through some of the Aegean’s most memorable islands.

Our adventure begins in Athens, where we’ll settle in at the Divani Palace Acropolis before traveling to Lavrion the following day to embark aboard the 25-cabin Elysium. After a welcome aboard and dinner, we’ll set sail for Delos, beginning our island journey beneath the Greek sky.

Our first full day brings us to sacred Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there, we’ll continue to Mykonos, where the afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy—whether that means a sunset drink in Little Venice, photographs by the famous windmills, or a leisurely wander through the whitewashed lanes of Chora. We’ll overnight in Mykonos before sailing onward in the early morning.

Next comes Naxos. We’ll begin the day with a refreshing swim in a secluded cove before reaching the island’s main port. The afternoon offers time to explore Naxos Town and its landmark Portara, or venture farther inland to discover traditional villages and some of the island’s local culinary traditions.

From Naxos, we’ll sail toward Ios for a morning swim at beautiful Manganari Beach before continuing to Santorini. The afternoon and evening are yours to experience the island at your own pace, culminating in one of Greece’s most celebrated sunsets before we return to the Elysium and sail overnight toward Milos.

We’ll wake in volcanic Milos, where striking geology and the brilliant white landscape of Sarakiniko Beach reveal an entirely different side of the Cyclades. Later, we’ll sail to nearby Kimolos, a quieter island with an inviting Chora made for an evening stroll after dinner aboard.

Our journey then carries us past the uninhabited island of Polyaigos for a refreshing swim before arriving in Sifnos. Known for whitewashed villages, scenic walking trails, and a rich culinary tradition, Sifnos invites you to choose your own pace—perhaps exploring medieval Kastro and the Church of the Seven Martyrs, wandering through Apollonia, or joining a hands-on local cooking experience.

Our final island stop is Serifos, a beautifully unspoiled destination of windmills, whitewashed chapels, beaches, and authentic Cycladic character. Spend the day exploring or simply enjoying the sea before we gather aboard the Elysium for a farewell cocktail and dinner. Later that evening, we’ll sail back to Lavrion, where we’ll disembark the following morning for the transfer to Athens Airport.

Throughout the voyage, there is a natural balance between discovery and ease: ancient ruins and island villages, refreshing swims and leisurely meals, lively ports and quieter shores. It is a journey designed to unfold at an unhurried pace, with each island revealing another expression of the Cyclades.

Let’s walk through our journey, day by day.