Greek Islands Bike & Boat

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

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Greek Islands Bike & Boat

8 Days Starting and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Athens, Kythnos Island, Seriphos, Syros, Poros, Aegina

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

GIB

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

14 - 18

Physical rating:

moderate

Age range:

10-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Sailing

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Cycling, Snorkeling, Swimming

From: $3687

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Greek Islands Bike & Boat" tour, where you will cycle through the stunning Cyclade and Saronic islands, taking in dramatic scenery and exploring charming small towns and villages. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the azure waters of Kea and Poros islands, and soak up the warm hospitality onboard a comfortable gulet. This tour includes 7 nights of accommodation in a double cabin with private bathroom, guided cycling tours on different islands, and delicious meals prepared by the onboard cook. With e-bike or trekking bike rentals available, this tour is perfect for both seasoned cyclists and fit beginners.

Highlights

  • Cycling in the Cyclade and Saronic islands with dramatic scenery

  • Exploring the small towns and villages en route

  • Swimming and snorkeling in the azure waters of Kea and Poros islands

  • Exploring Kythnos Island, famous for its cheese and honey

  • Cycling to the Byzantine monastery on Seriphos

  • Strolling through the breathtaking old town of Syros

  • Cycling to the white sand Otzias beach on Kea

  • Visiting the Sanctuary of Aphaia on Aegina island

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Board Boat At The Port In Athens

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Dinner

Make your own way to the embarkation port in Athens (an optional group transfer from airport or Athens town is available - supplement applies).
Check in from 2 pm. Dinner will be on board and the night will be spent at the port.
An optional extension in Athens is available before or after the boat trip - see below for details of the itinerary and inclusions.

Day 2 : Explore Kythnos Island (25Km/15Mi)

Location: Kythnos Island

Accommodation Name: boat

Early this morning we cruise to Kythnos Island, famous for its cheese and honey since ancient times. The first cycling tour starts in the harbour of Merichas and leads to the capital Chora, offering scenic views to the coastline. Chora is an appealing village situated on a high plateau, with alleys decorated with painted flowers and geometric
patterns. From here we cycle to the picturesque village of Driopida before returning to Merichas, where you can spend the evening in one its cosy tavernas.

Day 3 : Cruise To Seriphos, Round Cycle To The Byzantine Monastery, Cruise To Syros (28Km/17Mi)

Location: Seriphos

Accommodation Name: boat

This morning we cruise to Seriphos, a small island far from the tourist track, with deep valleys, countless bays and coves and lots of beautiful sandy beaches. From the harbour town of Livadi we cycle along a serpentine road to the main town of Seriphos, whose cube-shaped houses nestle along a mountain ridge high above the sea. We continue through an untouched landscape to the Byzantine monastery of the Archangel Michael, before returning to Livadi along a panoramic road on the east coast. In the afternoon we cruise to Syros, where you can stroll through the breathtaking old town and round off the day in one of the numerous cafes on the spacious harbour promenade.

Day 4 : Explore Syros By Bike Then Cruise To Kea (34Km/21Mi)

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Location: Syros

Accommodation Name: boat

The town of Ermoupolis on Syros is the capital of the Cyclades and offers an unforgettable view upon arrival, it is built on two hills and different from the other Cycladic towns. Pastel coloured houses, many of which have classical facades dominate the townscape. We cycle along the coast of Syros which is full of bays and coves along the entire southern half of the island to the beautiful beach of Galissas and then past the convent of Saint Barbara back to Ermoupolis. In the afternoon we continue by boat to the island of Kea.

Day 5 : Cycle To The White Sand Otzias Beach And Return To Korissia, Cruise To Poros (25Km/15Mi)

Location: Poros

Accommodation Name: boat

Our starting point to explore Kea is the beautiful natural harbour of Korissia. From here we cycle uphill to the capital of the island, Loulis, before continuing on to the white sand beach of Otzias, where we can stop for a refreshing swim. Afterwards we cycle back to Korissia. In the afternoon we cruise to Poros in the Saronic Gulf. The harbour city of Poros is truly spectacular and has an authentic Greek island atmosphere for a relaxing evening.

Day 6 : Explore Poros Island By Bike Before Returning To The Boat (23Km/14Mi)

Location: Poros

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Lunch

Today we almost completely circle the entire island, which in ancient times was dedicated to the sea god, Poseidon. We arrive at Russian Bay, a sandy beach with turquoise water - perfect for a swim. Back in Poros town, the boat awaits our arrival and we enjoy a delicious lunch while cruising to Aegina.

Day 7 : Cycle On Aegina Island To The Sanctuary Of Aphaia, Return To Athens (35Km/22Mi)

Location: Aegina

Accommodation Name: boat

Meals Included: Dinner

The island of Aegina is known for its pistachio nuts - delicious! Today's bike tour takes us up to the Sanctuary of Aphaia. Its well preserved temple towers rise high above the blue sea at the single point of Aegina where the Aegean Sea can be seen on both sides. On our way back to the boat we cycle across the middle of the island, past the monastery of Nektarios and all the way to Aegina town, where we board the boat for our last cruise back to Athens. We enjoy an evening meal together and reflect on the wonderful experiences of the week.

Day 8 : Trip Concludes

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Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

Disembark after breakfast on board around 9am and individual departure, or option to add an extension in Athens (see itinerary below).

What's Included

  • Meals

    7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners are included. Drinks are not included.

  • Accommodation

    7 nights accommodation in a double cabin below deck with a private bathroom.

  • Bike Rental

    E-Bikes rental or 21-speed trekking bike with pannier.

  • Guided Tours

    6 guided cycling tours on different islands.

  • Experienced Crew

    Experienced crew including an English-speaking tour guide.

  • Bed Linen and Towels

    Bed linen and towels are provided.

  • Entry Fees

    Entries to museums and archaeological sites for group visits.

  • Maps

    Overview maps for daily cycle tours.

  • WiFi

    Free WiFi on board.

  • Emergency Hotline

    Emergency hotline available.

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What's Not Included

  • Transfers

    A transfer from the airport or your hotel to the ship in Piraeus (Marina Zeas) on embarkation and disembarkation days is available for an additional supplement.

  • Drinks

    Drinks including mineral water on board are not included.

    Bottled water for the week costs EUR25 per adult and EUR15 per child up to age 16, paid locally.

  • Single Cabin Supplement

    A supplement applies for single use of a double cabin.

  • WiFi on the Boat

    You should take your own portable electronic device with you each day if you wish to connect.

    Free WiFi is available almost everywhere on the islands on purchase of food or a drink.

  • Meals Not Listed

    Meals not listed as included and drinks (except bottled water onboard) are not included.

  • Personal Items

    Items of a personal nature are not included.

  • Tips

    Tips for the guide and crew are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is mandatory.

    Cruise cover may be required; check with your insurer.

  • Helmets

    Helmets are mandatory on all bike tours.

    You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet.

    A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), but their suitability cannot be guaranteed.

  • Optional Bicycle Insurance

    Optional bicycle insurance is payable in cash locally.

    EUR10 per person for a trekking bike, EUR20 per person for an electric bike.

  • Beach Towel

    A beach towel for shore use is not included.

  • Athens 3 Day Extension

    An Athens 3 day extension is available for an additional cost.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Grading

This is an e-bike tour. For cyclists using hybrid bikes we recommend that you are fit and comfortably able to cycle around 20kmph on the flat and 10kmph on the ascents. There are some longer climbs; however, you are welcome to take breaks or push your bike if necessary. If you are unsure we recommend an e-bike.
Even for e-bikers, the trip requires a good level of fitness from participants to fully participate in the cycling, which you should have acquired from steady cycling. The tours are approx. 23-35 km / 14.3-21.7 mi and 350-700m / 1148-2296ft elevation per day. The riding pace is determined by the cyclists on e-bikes. Guests who are taking part on a regular bicycle should have the necessary physical condition to keep up with this pace.
The route traverses mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled on outside of the holiday seasons.
You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike-tour. Each day you can either decide to bike alone, using the information and maps provided, or join the tour guides. It is considered suitable for fit beginners and active children (minimum 10years, minimum height 1.5m/5ft for e-bike). *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes cruising between islands on a gulet and guided cycling tours on various islands. Transfers from the airport or hotel in Athens to the boat are available upon request.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in a double cabin below deck with a private bathroom on a comfortable gulet. Single use of a double cabin is available for a supplement.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of bike is provided for the tour?

    You can choose between an E-Bike or a 21-speed trekking bike with a pannier. If you prefer a hybrid bike, you should advise at the time of booking.

  • Are helmets provided for the bike tours?

    Helmets are mandatory for all bike tours. You are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board, but reservation is essential, and we cannot guarantee their suitability.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners. Note that the included lunches and dinners are not clearly labeled on the daily itinerary as they depend on sailing conditions.

  • Is there Wi-Fi available on the boat?

    Yes, free Wi-Fi is available on board the boat.

  • What should I carry during the cycling tours?

    During the cycle day, you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone, and water. A small daypack that can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

  • What level of fitness is required for this tour?

    The tour requires a good level of fitness, especially for those using hybrid bikes. Cyclists should be able to comfortably cycle around 20kmph on flat terrain and 10kmph on ascents. There are some longer climbs, but breaks or pushing the bike are allowed. E-bikers should also have a good level of fitness to fully participate. The tours are approximately 23-35 km per day with 350-700m elevation.

  • Can I opt out of a cycling tour for a day?

    Yes, you are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat instead of taking a planned bike tour.

  • Is there an emergency contact available during the tour?

    Yes, there is an emergency hotline available during the tour.

  • Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?

    Yes, additional costs include meals not listed as included, drinks (except bottled water onboard), items of a personal nature, tips for the guide and crew, travel insurance, and optional bicycle insurance. A supplement applies for single cabin use and transfers from the airport or your hotel to the boat.

  • What is the accommodation like on the boat?

    The accommodation includes 7 nights in a double cabin below deck with a private bathroom. A supplement applies for single use of a double cabin. If you are traveling by yourself, you can pay the single supplement or share a cabin with another traveler of the same gender.

  • How fit do I have to be?

    Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.

  • What happens if something goes wrong?

    On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.

  • I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

    Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

M. Flanagans(Lismore Heights, Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

17 Oct 2023

Great facilities, great boat, good bikes, wonderful islands, and moorings. Plenty of swim times - all staff very helpful and inclusive. Like minded fellow travellers, incredible chef and his food was way too wonderful.

S. English(Hatfield, United Kingdom)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

6 Jun 2024

We had a marvellous time and our guides, Dionysis and MaryLou, made the trip - the crew worked really hard too. Great relaxed cycling, fabulous bikes (and batteries and great support when needed from the guides ref maintenance). A stunning new area for us to experience and explore! Thanks to our guides for their enthusiasm, knowledge and sheer energy to pull our lovely group together and all their efforts to entertain us. It's been a wonderful opportunity to see the Greek Islands and we thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the extra excursion to make up for missing our last day's cycling due to high winds when we returned to Athens not Porous! I loved the Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Nafplio - an extra bonus! Would highly recommend!

V. Chambers(Beachport, South Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

10 Oct 2017

A fantastic bike and boat tour. I would recommend this, great guides, wonderful meals and friendly crew. So much fun and the ebikes are great.

Kathy Heffron(Cincinnati, Ohio, United States)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

20 Jun 2024

This trip was amazing. The entire crew was very welcoming and fun to be with. Our guides, Chryssa and Deonithis were delightful and so knowledgeable. They made everything exciting. And the food was amazing! Thanks for a great trip!

J. Bahramis(Hampton, Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

9 Jun 2023

Beautiful boat with amazing, friendly, efficient crew. Great cook serving delicious Greek breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Excellent bikes. Enthusiastic, friendly knowledgeable young guides. Great selection of lesser known islands.

J. Martin(Adelaide, South Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

19 Oct 2017

Giannis and Tina were exceptional leaders. Giannis was very knowledgeable on Greek culture history politics and even development of the Greek language and its underpinning of Latin. Both leaders were entertaining with their stories and sharing of Greek myths and legends. They also very effectively varied and replanned our trip when the weather became problematic. I find it difficult to fault their performance and thought they were both very professional but friendly and fun at the same time. I have travelled a great deal in my life so my opinion comes from wide experience. The whole trip, bikes, the boat captain, crew, chef, food and facilities were excellent. I had a great time.

C. Schultz(Maiden Gully, Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

30 Jun 2023

Great way to see the Cyclades, get some exercise, eat delicious food and enjoy the company of people who share a passion for experiencing new places.

P. Batterham(Port Macquarie, NSW)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

15 Jun 2018

Narelle and I thoroughly enjoyed our cycling adventure. The crew of eight were great. The chef provided delicious authentic Greek meals. The boat was comfortable and the captain very experience. The daily rides on the various Islands were very stimulating with great scenery and beach swims. The as new hybrid bikes where very comfortable to ride and perfectly maintained. The head guide Tina was exceptional. You couldn't have asked for a more professional and capable tour leader. This was our first guided cycling tour with UTracks and it definitely won't be our last. Peter

Michele McCarthy(Loveland, Ohio, United States)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

25 Jun 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure aboard the Thalassa. The crew was stellar, the food was amazing and fresh, the seas were smooth so we had no issues with motion sickness. The ship was beautiful and clean. The only issue we encountered was the fumes from the engine room, since our cabin was adjacent to it. It was the strongest on the first night after being in port.

J. Larking(Noosa Heads, Australia)  

Greek Islands Bike & Boat

11 Jun 2024

Great boat, excellent staff, wonderful food, very good cycling opportunities but these were not realised to the extent advertised.

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