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Life Aboard Itineraries & Dates Meals Basic Provisioning Our Yachts Pricing Inquiries Form 2) ITINERARY #2 Paros, Sifnos, Kimolos, Serifos, Kythnos, Hydra, Poros – Aegina, Athens. Available Dates 2006 for Itinerary #2 JUNE 3 till JUNE 10 SEP 9 till SEP 16 JUNE 24 till JULY 1 SEP 23 till SEP 30 JULY 15 till JULY 24 OCT 7 till OCT 14 PAROS Traditional settlements with cycladic architecture, intended coastline with sandy beaches, endless vineyards and age-old monasteries decorating the mountains with the famous Parian marble. An Island with rich history and dazzling natural beauty, which will win your heart from the first sight. From the imposing church of Ekatontapyliani and the ancient monuments to the valley of the butterflies and the dazzling beaches. The coastline is indented, with numerous small inlets and two large bays, those of Naoussa in the north and Parikia in the west. Paros has been inhabited since very ancient times , and was one of the centres of the Cycladic civilisation. Parikia (or Paros), the island's capital and port, stands on the site of an ancient city. There is a picturesque and ruinous Venetian castle, and the courtyards of the houses of the town – all of them painted white – are full of pots of basil and hung with jasmine and honeysuckle. A broad paved avenue leads to the church of Ekatondapiliani or Katapoliani, one of the most important Byzantine monuments in the whole of Greece and a place that figures largely in legend. It is dedicated to the Dormition of Our Lady, and on her feast day (15 August) there is a great celebration on the sea-front with fireworks and songs of the sea. Night Life In most of the holiday resorts you can find clubs, pubs and bars. In Paroikia you can find buzukia and in Ambela there are taverns with traditional music. SIFNOS A monotonous grey landscape of rock, broken up here and there by a gleaming white chapel, is the first impression made on visitors as the boat draws into the harbour. But this gives them no idea of the beauty-spots waiting to be discovered inland, which together with the island's superb architecture, rank it among the jewels of the Aegean. The local traditional music and poetry are still alive in Sifnos. Tourist facilities on Sifnos are of a good standard and it is possible for the visitor to combine a lively night life with a peaceful island existence close to nature. An attractive drive from the port of` Kamares, a modern town with pottery workshops, brings us to the island's capital, Apolonia. Standing on three hillsides, with its typical Cycladic style of architecture, it is breathtakingly beautiful. It has an interesting folklore museum, while the churches of the greatest interest are those of Our Lady "Ouranofora" and St Sozon. Night Life In Apollonia you can find clubs, bars and taverns with live greek music. KIMOLOS Kimolos is the only one of the three islets off Milos that is inhabited. In fact it is the smallest of the inhabited islands in the Cyclades with a surface area of only 36 square kilometres. The Chora is an uphill 15 minute walk. Here you will find a couple of tavernas, shops, an OTE, a post office and an archaeological museum. Near the town there is a kastro and the 16th century church of Chryssostomos. The remains of the ancient city of Kimolos and the medieval town with its defence walls stand on the summit of the island. Further away, the remains of a Venetian fortress, now called Paleokastro, can be visited. Those in search of a quiet beach should visit Alyki. Prassa in the north of the island is where the chalk is mined. There are also medicinal springs with sulphurous waters. In general the island has superb beaches and would be an ideal spot for those who are fond of quiet and solitude in an idyllic setting. SERIFOS The curious rock formations resemble human figures which call to mind the myth of Danae, Perseus and Medusa, as if these prehistoric inhabitants of the island had been turned to stone. Bare, undulating hills interspersed with small, fertile valleys cover this picturesque island. The rocky coastline is deeply indented with a succession of coves and bays. The most interesting site of the island, the monastery of Taxiarhes is located on the main mountain, which looks like a castle. If you're looking for a quiet place, with wonderful beaches, Serifos is the place. Night Life Livadi gathers the night life with clubs, bars and summer cinema. KYTHNOS The small gulfs which keep the sea peaceful, the white houses, the streets and the old windmills, are some of the attractions of the island. Although Kythnos is not far from Piraeus and Kea, one can find there unexpected peacefulness. Here, too, the terrain is mainly mountainous, but the harshness of the bare earth is relieved here and there by vines or fig-trees like brushstrokes on it, while pretty little bays form indentations in its coastline. There are steep cliffs on the northern side of the island. The small gulfs which keep the sea peaceful, the white houses, the streets and the old windmills, are some of the attractions of the island. Night Life You can find taverns, pubs, clubs and bars at Mericha. HYDRA A rare combination of simplicity and sophistication. Hydra, maintains its own peace and rhythm, not to mention architectural style. It is probably the only place where not only cars, but motorbikes and bicycles are prohibited. Hydra, with its fresh ocean air and sparkling blue waters is the ideal place for vacation, for it combiness the beauty and peace of a unique scenery, with a great selection of night-life for those who so please. With its unique character, the narrow paths and the houses it has a certain charm which attracts many artists. Hydra is famous for its traditional picturesque architecture, where the visitor can enjoy old stone mansions still standing strong. Some are used as public service bureau. Night Life Hydra offers a wide variety of pubs, bars, restaurans and taverns. POROS Beautiful beaches, nice little houses and mountains with pine-trees. The white cuboid houses with jasmin trailing over the trellises and courtyards, mount the slopes of the promontory towards a blue painted belltower; from the top there is a view of the town, the roadstead and the hills of Troizen (Trizinia). In the typical fishermen's district the cafes and tavernas serving fish dishes are decorated with naive paintings. Night Life Bars, tavernas and restaurants can be found at the beach of Poros. AEGINA The narrow paths, the cute little houses and the small shops, give Aegina its special character. The closet island as you depart from Kalamaki marina (Athens) and is usually the first or last stop of your trip. The Temple o Aphia is well worth a visit. The temple is one of the best developed classical temple in Greece. Don’t forget to stock up on pistachios as they are produced on the island of Aegina and are probably the best in Greece. Aegina Town The low pink and white houses of the town cluster round the little harbour of coastal and fishing vessels protected by a charming chapel dedicated to St Nicholas, the patron of sailors. The shops along the waterfront sell the local specialities: pottery, pistachio nuts and marzipan; some of the boats act as floating shops dealing in fish, fruit and vegetables. Night Life Restaurants, taverns and night clubs can be found in the city of Aegina and in many other beautiful locations.