Travel from Corfu to Athens aboard Running on Waves on an eight-day journey combining cycling, sailing, watersports and cultural exploration.
The route connects the green Ionian Islands with the western and southern coasts of the Peloponnese. Guests travel through Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Katakolo, Pylos, Gytheio and Nafplion, discovering underground lakes, limestone caves, protected bays, archaeological sites and historic harbour towns before completing the voyage in Athens.
Cycling expeditions lead through karst valleys, olive groves, mountain landscapes and coastal roads. The routes connect the ship with destinations such as Melissani Cave, Ancient Olympia, Polylimnio Waterfalls, Voidokilia Beach, the Diros Caves and Ancient Mycenae. Some stages can also be completed by bus as an optional alternative.
The programme extends beyond cycling. Guests can join a step-by-step mast-climbing lesson, swim directly from the ship, use the slide and watersports equipment, take a private boat to the Blue Caves of Zakynthos or spend time exploring local towns independently. Optional experiences include a private vintage-car collection and a tasting of Kefalonia’s Robola wine.
Full-board dining, spacious outdoor decks and a limited number of guests make Running on Waves a comfortable base throughout the journey. This cruise is designed for active travellers who want to combine days on two wheels with Mediterranean landscapes, ancient history and life aboard a tall ship.
Cruise highlights
Sea adventure - History - Cycling
* Please note the quoted timing (arrival /departure time to/from the islands) is indicative and may slightly change due to weather conditions and especially for the sake of better provisioning of all the activities and benefits of the cruise.
30% off the cabin fare if booked more than 9 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise;
20% off the cabin fare if booked 9 to 6 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise;
10% off the cabin fare if booked 6 to 3 months prior to departure date of your chosen cruise.
Please note that the above discounts do not have direct force. They can be revoked or renewed again depending on bokking situation. Please refer to your booking confirmation to see if a discount applies.
Full board
Coffee/ tea and still water, crackers free during the day at the bar counter
Road bike
Guided or individual cycling tours as described in the itinerary
English and German speaking tour guide (Greek)
Kayaks, windsurf boards, fins and masks for snorkeling
Entertainments on board: show and animation programs, sails practices, karaoke (activities are indicative and may differ from cruise to cruise, depending on weather, cruise schedule, cruise program, cruise itinerary, guests' preferences, etc)
SAT TV in the cabins
Jacuzzi
Road bikes Cannondale Disk 5
E-Bikes rental cost: approx. 315 euro / week Cannondale Tesoro X 2 StepThru; approx. 525 euro / week Specialized TURBO TERO 4.0
Itinerary changes:
* Please note that the quoted timing (arrival /departure time to/from the islands, as well as some ports) is indicative and may slightly change due to weather conditions and especially for the sake of better provisioning of all the activities and benefits of the cruise.
Notice: For safety reasons children are allowed on board starting from the age of 8. Children under 8 may be allowed on board by special permission of the Company.
Reserve a cabin / 1 May 2027 - 8 May 2027