The Pagasitic Bay is a relatively closed-off and shallow sea formed between the Greek mainland and the Pilio peninsula. Volos, built in the innermost point of the Pagasitic Bay and a hair’s breadth from the mountain of Pilio combines all of the sea’s charm with the mysterious beauty of the mountain of Centaurs. The homely city is connected to the infamous Argonauts, one of the most important epic poems of Greek mythology. Our trip highlights are visitation to the breathtaking and deeply blue “Tzasteni'' beach where it’s now time for you to explore its waters before continuing to Trikeri island, the monastery of Zoodochou Pigis, and the monastery Iera Monitis Panagias before setting off to enjoy Greek food with a seaview at the local traditional taverns.
Pagasetic Gulf Cruise Schedule
10:00: Departure from the scenic ports of Amaliapoli or Achilleio.
Cruise along the coast, enjoying views of the beautiful mountain of Pilio (the mythical summer residence of the Gods and home of the Centaurs).
11:00: First stop for a swim at the breathtaking, quiet, and deeply blue “Tzasteni” beach.
Enjoy swimming, diving, and games.
Lunch preparation begins, with grilling of souvlakia served with Greek salad and tzatziki (food may also be at local taverns).
13:30: Departure from the beach.
Sail towards the old, scenic Trikeri island (only accessible by boat).
Before reaching Trikeri, see the islet of “Prasouda” and the 11th-century monastery of Zoodochou Pigis.
Explore one of the caves of Pagasitic Bay.
Visit the monastery Iera Monitis Panagias Euaggelistrias in the center of the island and walk the pathways among the olive trees.
At the traditional harbor, enjoy Greek food at local taverns with a sea view.
14:00: Departure from the port.
Inside the Pagasitic bay, discern southeast Pilio, with the famous village of Trikeri and the fishing village Agia Kuriaki.
15:30: Departure from the Isle of Trikeri.
Begin the return voyage.
Quick detour for free diving off the ship’s deck.
18:00: Arrival at Achilleio and end of the cruise.
Return trip filled with celebration and dance, and many different surprises.
Additional Information:
A bar/food hall is available on the fleet to purchase drinks (coffee, soft drinks, water) and food during the voyage.
Please kindly note that times of arrival and departure are only indicative and liable to half-hour deviations either way due to passenger delays, traffic in ports, and weather conditions.
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