Greek Island Cruise

This seven-night holiday by Explore Worldwide travels around Evia, Greece’s second-largest island but one rarely seen by visitors. Starting in Karystos, your base is a traditional wooden caique owned by the captain and his family, offering a quiet pace and plenty of chances to swim in warm, clear waters. Days typically begin slowly with breakfast on board before setting off to find quiet coves for snorkelling and swimming.

The itinerary highlights include Panagia, a small fishing village where the 1960s feel lingers in the air, with its promenade, local fishermen and a nearby church with frescoes and ancient olive trees. You'll also visit the Archipelago of Petali, once a summer retreat for the Greek Royal family. Karystos itself is a working harbour town framed by Mount Ohi, where you can explore the narrow streets or walk to a Venetian fortress offering wide views over the sea.

The group travels mostly by foot or boat, with opportunities to stroll through olive groves and along sandy beaches. Evenings typically end in waterfront tavernas, sampling local dishes and dessert wines. The itinerary moves at the speed of sea and sun, with enough structure to settle in but time to relax and take things as they come.

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These are the places the trip visits, in order. Explore Worldwide publishes the day-by-day itinerary on its own site.