Day 1 - Thursday, August 18, 2022
Athens, Greece

The Greek capital city is located on the edge of the Saronic gulf, in the east of the country. It bears a plural name in reference to the first villages that surrounded the Acropolis. You’ll be enchanted by the rocky plateau presided by its monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage. In the city below, you can visit some of the liveliest districts in Athens, including The Vacayans’ favorite, Plaka. Le Bougainville will dock in Athen's port city of Piraeus.

Day 2 - Friday, August 19, 2022
Delos, Greece

The legendary Cyclades island of Delos stands just a few miles southwest of Mykonos. The ceremonial solemnity of this ancient holy sanctuary will inspire you. The sheer size and importance of this UNESCO World Heritage site, which covers over half the island, is thrilling in and of itself. From the Stoa of Antigonos and the Terrace of the Lions, to the island’s carved marble animal statues, you’ll make discovery after discovery, against a backdrop of the Aegean stretching to the horizon. The theatre steps on the hillside are a particularly good place from which to enjoy the expansive view.

Day 2 - Friday, August 19, 2022
Mykonos, Greece

Nicknamed “Little Venice,” Mykonos is famous for its Alefkandra district where houses are built right on the water’s edge. Their multi-colored loggias are emblematic of this Cyclades island, as are the pelicans and windmills. Up on the hillside, you can see the windmill sails turning. In the cobbled streets of the pedestrian center, bougainvillea bedeck immaculate facades. As you weave in and out of the little streets, snatches of coastline will undoubtedly call you to the island’s beaches, the quietest of which can be found on the northern coast. Since it’s Friday night, all of Mykonos’ restaurants, bars, and clubs will be hopping! We’ll provide you with a list of our favorites onboard.

Day 3 - Saturday, August 20, 2022
Santorini, Greece

Sailing in the waters of Santorini caldera is breathtaking, with the island considered one of THE most beautiful places on earth. The gigantic scale of the unique setting, with the island’s majestic high cliffs surrounding this ancient crater that was flooded 2,000 years before Christ, is one of the highlights of our cruise. We’ll get to enjoy a perfect sunset and an action-filled Saturday night here. The colorful whites, greys, reds of the volcanic rocks, blue of the Aegean Sea, and the immaculate perched villages form a unique and marvelous spectacle that will stay with you for all time.

Day 4 - Sunday, August 21, 2022
Amorgos, Greece

It’s no accident the island of Amorgos was chosen as a shooting location for Luc Besson’s film, The Big Blue. You too will fall under the charm of this island as our ship edges closer. Amorgos is the most easterly island in the Cyclades and stands out for its rocky inlets with crystal-clear water and its small, picturesque villages. Since it’s Sunday, it’s the PERFECT beach day! This port of call is also your chance to visit one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades, Chora, and discover its cobbled streets and whitewashed houses overlooked by a castle. Byzantine churches, windmills, and courtyards brimming with flowers complete this gorgeous tableau of timeless Greece.

Day 5 - Monday, August 22, 2022
Symi, Greece

A simply ravishing gem in the Dodecanese, Symi is located northwest of Rhodes. This island of cypress forests, vineyards, and olive orchards possesses a capital city of the same name that is as colorful as the surrounding countryside. The charm of the port district of Gialos is not to be missed: its quaysides are lined with picturesque houses with multi-colored facades. You can get to the upper town by car or climb the 500 steps up the Kali Strata ramp. Kali Strata offers superb viewing points of the coast and gorgeous turquoise waters.

Day 6 - Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Patmos, Greece

Patmos is one of the legendary must-see islands in the Dodecanese. This is where Saint John (presumed author of the last book in the Bible) resided. The cave of the Apocalypse and the Saint John Monastery are dedicated to him. These must-see attractions, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, are located at the top of a hillside planted with vines and orchards. On the shore, the crystalline coves of Kambos and Lampi offer picture-perfect swimming areas.

Day 7 - Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Hydra, Greece

This unusual gem belongs to the Saronic islands and is located to the east of the Peloponnese. There are no cars here. Named after the island, the harbor town is layered up the slopes of a mountainous bay. You may be surprised to see beautiful stone mansions. These are traditional here, as are the multi-colored caïques along the quays. Further along the shore, you’ll discover the Historical Archives Museum. Collections from Athens National History Museum are exhibited in the elegant Villa Koundouriotis.

Day 8 - Thursday, August 25, 2022
Athens (Piraeus)

If you’re extending your holiday here in Athens, we highly recommend visits to Athens’ National Archaeological Museum and the Cycladic Art Museum, which bring Greece’s rich cultural past roaring to life. If you’re joining us for our optional post-cruise Santorini extension, our journey is really just beginning! And of course if you’re flying home today or heading on to other European destinations, we wish you only safe travels and fabulous adventures!

Santorini - Optional Pos-Cruise Add-On

There are only a few places on earth equal in beauty to Santorini. And although we’ll have a great afternoon and evening in this magical place as part of our cruise, we already know… that won’t be enough for you. So we’ve partnered with Santorini’s newest luxury resort, Santorini Sky, as well as her nearby and equally gorgeous sister Voreina Gallery Suites to bring you the ultimate post-cruise experience in Europe’s hottest new must-see LGBT+ destination!

Both Santorini Sky and Voreina boast a level of luxury as high as their location, up to 2,000 feet above the Aegean Sea. From the unique design of each resort’s villas to the unparalleled amenities and service, we’ve carefully considered every element of your stay to help make it perfect. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a travel experience like no other in the world.

From the unique design of every private villa to the unparalleled amenities and service, we’ve carefully considered every element of your stay to help make it perfect. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a travel experience like no other in this bucket-list paradise.

While you’ll feel on top of the world, Santorini Sky is just a 5-minute drive to Voreina Gallery Suites, which is a short walk to the winding streets, local shops, and famous tavernas of Pyrgos. Situated an easy 15-minute drive from the airport, they’re also only 15 minutes from the most beautiful beaches on the island, and 30 minutes from the picture-perfect town of Oia. These exclusive villas are located in the center of it all and each has an amazing view.

Both boutique properties are a full take over, and will have an open door policy to VACAYA guests – allowing you to freely move between these two gems. Each villa will have its own 2-person ATV quad bike (which is the preferred transport on the island) to easily go from one property to the other or anywhere on Santorini your heart desires!

Sky
Every villa is designed to maximize the incredible views and bathe in beautiful Mediterranean sunshine from morning to night. Your private terrace is the perfect spot to take advantage of those incredible Aegean skies and magnificent sunsets.

Design
All of villas have been designed, built, and finished to the absolute highest standards. While each villa is unique, you’ll find spectacular Greek details; pillow-top beds with soft, luxurious bedding; and indulgent and sustainable Greek bathroom amenities. Every detail is exquisite and has been chosen to awaken your senses.

Tech
If you want to have time to switch off, no problem. This is a perfect getaway. But if you want to stay connected, all villas have high-speed internet – complimentary, of course.

Service
The hotels’ dedicated teams are available to help with anything you might need throughout your stay – from customizing your fresh breakfast, additional tour reservations, restaurant bookings, massages, yoga, personal training, and much more. Nothing is too much trouble.

Our Optional Post-Cruise package includes all of the following:

Thursday, August 25, 2022
• Transfer from Le Bougainville to Athens Airport (ATH)
• Short 30-minute Economy Flight from ATH to Santorini Airport (JTR)*
• Transfer from JTR to our hotels
• 3-Night Private Villa Stay with Welcome Amenity
• Daily Breakfast
• Your own ATV Quad Bike Throughout Your Stay (one 2-person ATV per Villa)
• Welcome Reception

Friday, August 26, 2022
• Beach Club Day

Saturday, August 27, 2022
• Spectacular Helicopter Tour of Santorini
• Farewell Dinner

Sunday, August 28, 2022
• Transfer from our hotels to JTR
• Economy Flight from JTR to ATH*
• All Gratuities

*Since luggage varies from person to person, please note that any and all luggage transport costs are the responsibility of each guest.

With only 17 villas between Santorini Sky and Voreina Gallery Suites, this exclusive luxury add-on is available to a maximum of 34 lucky VACAYA guests and is being sold on a first come, first served basis.